How Do You Do The Scottish Highland Dance Fling?
The highland fling dance was inspired by the ancient custom of a victory dance after battle. Warriors and clansmen used to demonstrate their stamina and agility with its agile steps and technique. The fling is not for the faint hearted and takes much stamina and skill to perform it right. Stretch and warm up your muscles before you begin. Pay special attention to your shoulders and calf muscles as you will exercise these most. Spend several moments to flex your toes and stretch your feet before you put on dancing shoes. Put on some traditional bagpipe music with a lively beat. Stand upright with your feet facing out and your hands on your hips. Raise yourself up on to your tip toes so your stance is like that of a ballerina. Bend one leg inward so your toes meet the inside of your knee on the opposite leg and your leg makes a triangle shape. Hop in this position on the remaining foot to keep in time with the music. Point your toe downwards when you jump to show poise. After 4 counts, s
