10 Shoulders and Hips%3A Partnered

COURSE: Swinging Triplets

FOCUS: This lesson focuses on integrating independent shoulder and hip variations into partnered dancing, with leaders guiding weight shifts and tempo while both partners add their own body movements.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Start by dancing in open position to practice variations without complex leading.
• Leaders should lead basics, walks, and turns to create a foundation for adding variations.
• Add individual rhythmical variations during simpler moments in the dance, such as open dancing.
• Practice with music immediately to apply variations in a real-time context.

REMEMBER:

• Variations are independent for each partner, not led by the leader.
• Leaders are responsible for leading weight shifts, direction, and tempo.
• Integrating variations with complex figures requires additional practice and training.
• Keep it simple initially by focusing on open dancing and basic leads.