Key Points in Square Form

 Key Points in Square Form

Key points on practicing Square Form:

 

1. To achieve internal movements, the body must have yin(stationary part) and yang (moving part) paired at the right place. Learning to set the yin-yang pair correctly, the first task is to learn how to set the yin part of the body correctly which is what Square Form trains you to do.  That is why Square Form looks robotic-when one part of the body moves the other parts of the body remain completely still. 

Therefore, in practicing Square Form the more robotic you look, the better. If you do not maintain the stillness while other parts of the body are moving, the objective of doing Square Form is compromised. You need to know that these yin-yang pairs practiced in the Square Form are embedded in the Round Form dynamically transforming from one yin-yang pair to another to give the effect of constant motion and continuity.  

 

2. Round Form should be played with continuity; while the Square Form should have a pause between each move. Make sure you make the most of this pause: Examine your body structure and see if everything is in the right place. You should enjoy the sensations of stretching, rooting, and energy. Prepare the next move so that the move is carried out with intent and conviction.

 

3. Be patient, pay attention to every little detail in the Form shown on the DVDs, or the online Teachable.com course and try to play it accordingly. Pay special attention to the footwork. Square form is a golden opportunity to get these choreographic details right.