21 Groovin' with Group I Rhythms

COURSE: Rhythm Toolkit

FOCUS: This lesson focuses on improvising with Group I rhythms (single time, shuffle, triplets) while exploring different dance positions and maintaining connection, with a goal of practicing individual rhythmic variations without disrupting partner flow.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Start with single time walking to connect before adding rhythms.
• Keep arms and upper body relaxed while improvising with feet.
• Take small steps underneath the body to maintain following ability.
• If disconnected, reset by returning to single time walking.
• Practice to a slow song and build up stages gradually.

REMEMBER:

• Maintain a constant tempo without speeding up or slowing down.
• Rhythmic improvisation should not affect the physical connection with your partner.
• Leaders and followers can dance to different rhythms simultaneously while staying together.
• Focus on relaxed upper body and small steps to preserve lead-follow dynamics.
• Use the grooving exercise to explore positions and improvisation freely.