space – where the body is moving
body – what the body is doing
time – how the body moves in relation to time
dynamics – how the body is moving
relationship – with whom or what the body is moving
motif – a distinctive and recurring gesture used to provide a theme
phrasing – the way the parts of a dance are organized
unity –when everything works together in a dance
tempo – the speed or pace of a dance
bound – a manner of using energy that communicates controlled intent
free flowing – a manner of using energy that communicates release and a carefree intent
vibratory – a sharp, quick action created by moving body parts quickly back and forth or side to side
sustained – a manner of using energy that communicates an intent to prolong the movement
percussive – movement having a beating or striking quality
pathways –patterns of movement through space—straight, zigzag, curvy, or wavy
rhythm – a pattern of long and short pauses and movements
movement qualities – the nature and quality of energy expended in a movement
