5 Outside & Inside Turn Combination

COURSE: Basic Turns

FOCUS: This lesson teaches how to combine an outside turn and an inside turn seamlessly, focusing on transitions and maintaining energy.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Start with four basics on top before transitioning into the turns.
• For the outside turn, do only three basics to combine smoothly with the inside turn.
• Leaders should guide followers lightly without pulling during the inside turn.
• Followers should practice hip swing to maintain energy and ease movement.
• Use momentum from the outside turn to flow into the inside turn without extra force.

REMEMBER:

• The outside and inside turns can be combined seamlessly by overlapping basics.
• Maintaining hip swing energy helps followers turn easily and return smoothly.
• Leaders should focus on guiding rather than pulling to keep movements light.
• Practice the combination from both starting positions for clarity and versatility.