2 Basic Turns

COURSE: Basic Turns

FOCUS: This lesson teaches two versions of an outside turn using a two-count basic, focusing on technique and timing for both leaders and followers.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Leaders should lift their left arm to create a doorway for followers to turn through.
• Followers should keep shoulders relaxed and ensure they can see the inside of their elbow during turns.
• Leaders prepare the turn by opening their body and lifting hands slightly at the end of the fourth basic.
• For the second version, leaders lead with a wider hand position to signal traveling away into an open connection.
• Followers should take four basics (eight counts) for the slow turn and three basics (six counts) for the traveling turn.

REMEMBER:

• The turn speed is controlled by the leader, so followers should not rush and enjoy the moment.
• Maintain a relaxed connection to protect shoulders and follow the leader's signals accurately.
• At the end of the turn, leaders should drop their hands to avoid wrapping up the connection.
• The preparation involves body rotation, which followers feel as a signal for the turn direction.