0 Jookin' Blues Introduction

COURSE: Jooking Blues

FOCUS: This lesson introduces the beginner juke joint blues course, focusing on adding attitude and style through stationary solo moves and body rhythms, with the goal of transitioning these into partnership dancing.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Focus on stationary moves rather than traveling steps.
• Emphasize body rhythms and solo movements.
• Practice solo moves before incorporating them into a partnership.
• Keep movements compact and expressive.

REMEMBER:

• Juke joint blues originated in small Mississippi Delta venues.
• The dance style is more about body movement than large steps.
• Solo moves form the foundation for partnership dancing.
• Attitude and style are key elements in this dance.