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YANKEE POLKA [1 record]

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Record 1 1988-07-06

English

Subject field(s)
  • Various Proper Names
  • Skating
OBS

Yankee Polka. This is an optional pattern dance. (...) although the Polka is a rather bouncy dance, the basic principles of stroking and of effortless flow should be adhered to, especially considering the many short, precise steps which make up the dance.

OBS

Figure skating term(s)

French

Domaine(s)
  • Appellations diverses
  • Patinage
OBS

Yankee Polka. Danse sur tracé facultatif. (...) bien qu'une Polka soit une danse plutôt sautillante, les principes fondamentaux de l'élan et de la fluidité sans efforts, doivent être suivis, particulièrement si l'on considère les nombreux petits pas précis qui composent cette danse.

OBS

Ces termes appartiennent au patinage artistique.

Spanish

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