Ukrainian Dancing/Central Ukraine/Steps for Couples or Groups
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Holubchyks
[edit | edit source]| Ukrainian Name | Holubchyks |
|---|---|
| Cyrillic | |
| English Name | Holubchyks |
| Direction of the Step | Turning |
| Music | |
| Opening Position | First or Third position |
Description
[edit | edit source]This step requires two dancers, usually one male and one female.
- The dancers stand side by side, right hip to right hip. Each dancer places his or her right hand on his/her partner's waist, on the partner's left hand side. The left arm is raised in fifth position.
- The dancers perform bihunets, turning in a circle around each other.
The direction of the step may be reversed. Dancers join left sides and raise their right arms into fifth position.