11 The Hip Wiggle (AKA The Baby Wiggle)

COURSE: Swinging Triplets

FOCUS: This lesson teaches the Hip Wiggle (Baby Wiggle) move, focusing on isolating hip movement forward and back while maintaining body stability.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Move hips forward and back without moving the entire body
• Bend one knee forward while keeping the other leg straight
• Transfer weight slowly from one side to the other
• Stay on the same level and relax your legs
• Practice on the spot before incorporating into dance

REMEMBER:

• Imagine being a happy baby wiggling to connect with the movement's playful essence
• Avoid collapsing or losing posture while executing the wiggle
• This move provides another way to dance to triplets in swing dancing
• Start slowly as an adult version of the childhood wiggle
• Maintain cool confidence while performing the hip isolation