WheelDance® Glossary of Terms

This edition of the FFCLD Wheeldance Glossary includes over 100 instructional entries covering movements, steps, footwork, turns, hand positions, technical fundamentals, and concepts specific to the practice of Wheeldance.

Each sheet includes:

• The official name of the movement or technical concept
• Its meaning or translation when necessary
• A clear and detailed definition
• Examples of execution adapted to Wheeldance
• Technical and instructional tips
• Cross-references to related concepts
• Space for personal notes

This glossary also covers the fundamentals specific to wheelchair dance: alignment, balance, center of gravity, spatial orientation, wheelchair components, hand positions, and movement techniques.

Thanks to its pedagogical organization and modular classification system, it serves as a reference tool for learning, facilitating, and teaching Wheeldance.

Why choose this glossary?

• To improve the technical quality of your practice
• To understand the specific vocabulary of Wheeldance
• To prepare for instructor training and evaluations
• To develop teaching methods adapted to wheelchair dance
• To deepen your knowledge of movement and physical expression

Who is this booklet for?

• Dancers practicing Wheeldance
• Facilitators wishing to develop their skills
• Future instructors preparing for training
• Instructors seeking a reference guide

More than just a glossary, this booklet guides you in your progression from beginner to experienced dancer.