One of the most common injuries is eye damage. 1  Never release a Resistance Band while under tension. 2  Begin all exercises slowly to ensure band strength. 3  Avoid jerking the band. 4  Always inspect your resistance band before using it. 5  Make sure the band is secured safely on its anchor when using it.
Welcome to this online resource for dance educators, students, and teaching artists! The Elements of Dance are the foundational concepts and vocabulary that help students develop movement skills and understand dance as an artistic practice. The acronym BASTE helps students remember the elements:
Basic movement is the very basic step that defines the character of a dance. Often it is called just thus: Basic Movement or Basic Step. For some dances it is sufficient to know the basic step performed in different handholds and dance positions to enjoy it socially.