9 Elements of Style： Footwork

COURSE: texas-shuffle-with-damon-kelsy-stone

FOCUS: This lesson covers basic footwork rhythms and variations in Texas Shuffle, focusing on developing personal style through slow and quick rhythms and using different parts of the foot.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Practice shifting weight between the ball and heel of your feet to control movement.
• Use hip movement to power footwork variations like the James Brown for comfort and style.
• Experiment with placing weight on the inner or outer edges of your feet to create different shapes.
• Try switching weight between the heel of one foot and the ball of the other foot smoothly.
• Incorporate twists and knee rocks into your footwork for variety and musicality.

REMEMBER:

• Footwork rhythms should be mixed based on the music and personal choice for signature style.
• In Texas Shuffle, leaders and followers have independent footwork choices that do not need to match.
• Using the entire foot, including toes, ball, and heel, is essential for footwork vocabulary.
• Hip movement is key to powering footwork and preventing discomfort in the ankles.
• Advanced rhythms like slow and quick combinations build on fundamental skills for style development.