The woman's left arm rests gently but definitely in contact with the gentleman's deltoid. Keep the fingers on the front side of the gentleman's arm. The woman should slightly press her back against the man's right hand in order to move with his frame. The woman's free hand is raised sideways and the man holds the woman's right hand in his left hand approximately between them at a level just above the woman's shoulder. Both the man and woman should look at each other or over the partner's right shoulder.
Resistance is essential.
Dancers need to understand the difference between tension, which does not allow for easy moving, and relaxation, which cannot respond readily to a change. Discussions on Frame Frame indicates a body position of substance, firmness and presence. Dancers should learn how to assume the closed position as soon as they begin working with a partner. The results will lead to good balance, comfort, confidence in leading, and security in following. Good posture and correct frame are the most important features in dance.