Frame and Stance

Foundation Course Frame and Stance
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Learner Expectation

The effective communication of information and cues is not limited to verbal exchange. The entire body is an instrument of communication. Understanding the basics of Frame and Stance will open up the communicative power behind the physical structure of the body.

Understanding Counterbalance  5min
Counterbalance is a concept word that describes the relationship between the Base and the actions of the torso of the body. Narrow Stances restrict counterbalanced movement, while Wider Stances increase it.
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Understanding Frame and Stance  5min
Frame is a concept word that refers to the physical structure of the body, and Stance is a concept word that describes the width of the Base used to support the Frame. Narrow, Basic, and Wide Stances can be used as a way to soften or amplify physical presence.
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Finding a Ready Position  4min
A simple combination of Counterbalance and availability to gesture create a Ready Position that is easy to depart from and return to.
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Creating a Listening Body  4min
A Listening Body can demonstrate active engagement in response to the verbal content of a communication partner.
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Stance, Symmetry, and Weight  4min
By shifting weight from one side of the Frame to another, a presenter can use Degrees of Symmetry to both soften and amplify physicality as they speak.
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The Base to Gesture Relationship  4min
The width of the Base influences the accessibility of gesture in space. Narrow Stances influence gesture to remain close to the torso, whereas Wider Stances encourage gesture to extend out in proportion to the Counterbalance available in the body.
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Learner Milestones

  • Select a Frame and Stance pattern to serve a communicative goal
  • Develop a practice of selecting a purposeful Stance
  • Practice the Ready Position (standing or seated) before communicating
  • Employ the Ready Position as a physical Point of Influence to recenter and balance
  • Deliberately employ a Ready Position while seated
  • Select and practice a deliberate Listening Body
  • Understand balance and Counterbalance are influenced by Stance
  • Use Counterbalance as a tool for physical stabilization
  • Use Counterbalance as a tool for amplifying or softening physical presence
  • Understand how weight shifts in Stance change the Symmetry of the Frame
  • Employ a Base that will support the type of gesture best suited to your Desired Outcome
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