4 Dancing With a Partner

COURSE: Introduction to Blues

FOCUS: This lesson introduces partner dancing in blues, focusing on communication techniques between leader and follower roles to build a successful dance conversation.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Followers practice listening and responding to their partner.
• Leaders work on clarity and clear preparation in their movements.
• Try both leader and follower roles to explore preferences.
• Start with finding a shared language for clear communication.

REMEMBER:

• Leader and follower roles are not gendered and can be chosen freely.
• The dance partnership is like a conversation where both inspire and listen.
• Fundamental skills are learned to enable a successful dance interaction.
• As dance progresses, more layers and complexity will be added.