11 Body Shaping%3A Fishtail, Grind & Mooche

COURSE: Latin Blues Volume 1

FOCUS: This lesson focuses on adapting three solo body styling moves (fishtail, grind, and mooche) to the slow, quick, quick rhythm in Latin blues, aiming to make them more Latin in style.

TIP & TRICKS:

• For the fishtail, think 'rotate, rotate, fishtail' on the quick quick steps.
• On the slow steps, stretch out and imagine dancing through honey to emphasize rotation.
• Keep the slow, quick quick rhythm in your feet while practicing these body shapes.
• Practice these moves solo with music to fit the Latin blues aesthetic.

REMEMBER:

• The mechanics of the moves are not explained; refer to the hip action course if needed.
• Some moves have alternate names, such as mooch also being called grind.
• The timing changes for each move to fit the slow, quick quick rhythm.
• Improvise with these and other body shapes that suit Latin blues.