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Turtles

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"Turtles" is a foundational breakdancing power move and freeze in which the dancer balances their entire body weight horizontally on both hands. By keeping the elbows bent and positioned close to the abdomen, the performer shifts their weight between arms to hop or travel in a circular pattern. This technique, which visually resembles a turtle crawling, requires significant core and arm strength and serves as a basis for more complex spinning power moves.

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What are Turtles in breakdancing?

Turtles are a breakdancing power move and freeze in which the dancer balances horizontally on bent arms with the elbows close to the torso. The dancer can shift weight between the hands to hop or travel in a circle.

Are Turtles the same as a turtle freeze?

The terms are often used for closely related positions, but “turtles” commonly describes the traveling or hopping action as well as the freeze. The key feature is supported horizontal balance on the hands and forearms.

What strength is needed for Turtles?

The move requires wrist tolerance, shoulder stability, triceps strength, and strong body tension. The dancer must keep the hips from dropping while transferring weight from one hand to the other.

How are Turtles different from hand hops?

Turtles are performed with the body held low and horizontal, usually with bent elbows and the knees tucked or extended depending on the variation. Hand hops are a broader category, while the turtle position is the defining shape of this move.

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