8 Backwards swing%3A Choo Choo Shuffle

COURSE: Transition and Flow - Solo

FOCUS: This lesson teaches the choo-choo shuffle, a dance move using a backward swing rhythm with hip motion, and how to transition into and out of it from a basic step.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Start the move by swinging the hips back first, then let the feet follow underneath.
• Imagine sitting on a swing to visualize the back-and-forth hip motion.
• You can begin the shuffle on either leg, stepping right-left or left-right as needed.
• To transition out, combine the hip swing forward with a slight sideways motion for a smooth return to the basic step.

REMEMBER:

• The hips are the main driver of the movement, leading the feet in the shuffle.
• Use the existing backswing from the basic step to seamlessly flow into the choo-choo shuffle.
• Practice on both sides to ensure evenness and comfort in the dance.
• Focus on maintaining a smooth, flowing motion in the hips throughout transitions.