Battle manners and composure
Ready when: Freezes and a short routine (i2) started.
What the coach teaches
The cypher and the battle as question and answer: taking turns, entering and leaving the space, dancing toward the opponent, pausing and watching while they dance, showing respect for their good moves, and handling a loss.
At home, safe only
Watching battles with the child and talking about respect; a question-and-answer game with a sibling, 8 counts each.
Ask the club
How beginners are introduced to battles; who supervises.
What you can see from the side
The child watches the other dancer, shakes hands and stays calm after a round.
Self-check what the coach confirms
The child takes a turn in a friendly cypher without leaving early.
Stop and get a coach when
Distress after a battle that lasts days.
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