1 The Travelling Fishtail

COURSE: the-fishtail-special

FOCUS: This lesson focuses on the traveling fishtail movement, specifically practicing it while moving sideways, with the goal of building up the pattern and adding variations for musicality.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Start with weight on the left and practice step, together, step, hold before adding the fishtail.
• Substitute the step hold with a fishtail, stepping backward into the movement.
• During the together step, return to a neutral shape to prepare for the next backward step.
• Add texture by making the movement bouncy or smooth as desired.
• Walk sideways for as long as you want before adding the fishtail to improvise and be musical.

REMEMBER:

• Layer the movement gradually, starting with basic steps before incorporating the fishtail.
• The fishtail can be thought of as half and full variations for different effects.
• Use the pattern to change direction and add improvisation for creativity.
• Focus on maintaining a neutral shape during transitions to ensure smooth execution.
• Incorporate musicality by adjusting the timing and style of the fishtail to the music.