12 Heel Ball Change%3A Partnered

COURSE: The Blues Shuffle

FOCUS: This lesson teaches the heel ball change variation in partnered closed position, focusing on transitioning from the basic step to the shuffle movement with mirrored actions.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Leaders initiate the move by performing it themselves to lead followers.
• Both partners cross in front and kick out to the side as if looking in a mirror.
• Practice the rhythm: step, kick, step, cross, repeating for counts five through eight.
• Start with four basic steps before transitioning into the heel ball change.

REMEMBER:

• The shuffle movement involves changes in rhythm, body shape, and axis compared to the basic step.
• Followers should feel the difference in movement through the leader's lead.
• This variation is mirrored, meaning both partners perform the same actions simultaneously.