Starting formation – Two faced line, Parallel lines of four, Inverted Line(s).

As the centers begin to Trade, the ends Cross Fold. Upon completing their Trade, the centers release hands and step straight forward forming an ocean wave or mini-wave with the dancers they are facing. If the Trade leaves the original centers facing no one, they step forward and remain facing out.

STYLING: If starting formation is a two-faced line, center dancers use hands up position for trading action and blend into normal mini wave styling. If starting formation is parallel lines of four that results in centers facing no one, that couple joins hands with a couple handhold.

Timing: 6

ARC Decisions

(April 2002)

Q: Is “Crossfire” a four or eight dancer call?

A: This is a four dancer call everywhere except from back to back lines of four. The definition is quite clear in this regard.

Q: Is it proper to call “Crossfire” from back to back lines of four?

A: Yes.

Q: If so, at what program?

A: Plus.

Q: If so, is the resulting formation a 1/4 Tag or a Double Pass Thru?

A: 1/4 Tag. The definition is self-explanatory in this regard.

(June 2008)

Q: The call Crossfire was given from Facing Diamonds. The Question is: Does this application comply with the written CALLERLAB Plus definition?

A; The committee voted NO, however, it would be proper at A-1 as it complies with “Do your part of” type calls. The ending formation is “T” Bone Boxes.

(September/October 2015)

Q: Is Crossfire proper to call from ocean waves?

A: The committee voted that it is proper to call Crossfire from Waves. The definition allows for this application however, the ending position is extremely unusual and the committee cautions it use.

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