3 Side By Side Free Turn I

COURSE: Side By Side

FOCUS: This lesson teaches the Side By Side Free Turn I, focusing on executing a coordinated turn while maintaining connection and transitioning smoothly between positions.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Leaders should face the direction they're about to go on step four for clear preparation.
• Followers should step a fraction after leaders to allow reconnection into side-by-side.
• During turns, look for your partner to avoid collisions and reconnect smoothly.
• Leaders should let go of hands by turning their body, not pushing, to lead the turn.
• For a closed position, leaders place hands on the partner's left side earlier in the turn.
• Followers should keep arms at mid-center level to reconnect above the leader's arm.

REMEMBER:

• Maintain an upright posture and look forward or at your partner to stay balanced.
• The body leads the turn, with followers matching the leader's movement naturally.
• Avoid stepping too soon as a follower to give the leader time to reconnect.
• Hands should be kept low and relaxed during the turn for better control.
• Turning tips apply to both leaders and followers for smoother coordination.
• Practice the move with music to build rhythm and fun into the dance.