What does “Center point of balance” mean?
Together with the center of gravity (COG), the center point of balance (CPB) helps the dancer to better understand and control their movements. CPB differs from the two other centers [ clarification needed ] in two respects. The exact location of the COG is always well-defined, however it significantly depends on the shape the body assumes. In contrast, the CPB during normal dancing (head up, feet down on the floor) is always at the same place of the dancer's body, although defined in a loose way. [ citation needed ] It is said that the CPB is in the general area of the solar plexus for the gentlemen, and navel for the women.
Definition adapted from Glossary of partner dance terms on Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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