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Footwork

Terms in this set (17)

Advance
Linear footwork that carries the body forward by moving the lead foot first, followed by the rear foot (without crossing them). (also called Fencing Step).
Balestra
A compound piece of linear footwork carrying the body forward by executing a jump and a lunge in quick succession
Cross Step
The moving foot crosses in front of the stationary foot
Demi-Volte
a volte turning the hips 90 degrees in relation to the attack
Grande Volte
a volte turning the hips 180 degrees in relation to the attack
Lunge
The 'extended' leg position used as a method to 'reach' the partner on an attack. The leading leg extends in a long step, while the back leg straightens and the back foot stays in place. (An offensive action)
Pass Step
The placing of the moving foot ahead or to the rear of the stationary foot without crossing the centerline (a walking step)
Patinando
A compound piece of linear footwork carrying the body forward by executing an advance and a lunge in quick succession
Pivot
The adjustment of the hips, feet and body to face a new direction
Retreat
Linear footwork carrying the body backwards by moving the rear foot first, followed by the lead foot (without crossing them)
Recover
carrying the body to an En Garde position from a lunge
Recover Forward
returning to En Garde from a lunge by moving the rear foot
Recover Back
returning to En Garde from a lunge by moving the front foot
Slip Step
The moving foot slips behind the stationary foot
Thwart
The same body action as the lunge, used in conjunction with a defensive action
Traverse
An "advance" or "retreat" in any direction. When moving to the right the right foot leads; when moving to the left the left foot leads
Volte
Circular footwork which removes the body from the line of attack by swinging one foot behind the other, turning the body
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