9 Hesitations Footwork Pattern

COURSE: Exploring Axes

FOCUS: This lesson teaches the Hesitations footwork pattern in a triple rhythm, focusing on shifting axes with an active, stuttering motion while maintaining forward and back movement.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Start with weight on the right for leaders and left for followers.
• Practice the pattern: hesitate, hesitate, step, repeated in different directions.
• Keep the upper body relaxed and maintain a soft embrace when partnering.
• Use the floor and lower body actively to shift weight and axis.
• Mix hesitation triples with simple steps or step touches for improvisation.

REMEMBER:

• The hesitation triple has a stuttering motion, unlike other dance triples.
• Maintain forward and back motion to avoid losing it when partnering.
• Focus on axis shifting through space during the hesitation step.
• Ensure connection between bodies stays during hesitations to prevent bumping.
• Improvise by combining hesitation triples with other steps around the room.