5 Cross Steps： Playing in Partnership

COURSE: chicago-triple-vol-ii-improvisation-musicality

FOCUS: This lesson focuses on improvising cross steps in partnership while dancing to music, emphasizing freedom to cross feet on the beat as long as it's on the one.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Step under the body to maintain balance and control.
• Maintain a good groove to enhance the dance flow.
• Keep connection points relaxed for better partnership interaction.
• Explore crossing feet in the same or different directions as you improvise.
• Feel the body's flow, whether in opposition or together, and go with it.

REMEMBER:

• Improvise cross steps freely as long as they are on the one beat.
• Adhere to discussed rules like stepping under the body and maintaining connection.
• Different sensations during improvisation should feel good and natural.
• Use this practice to explore adding cross steps to your dancing style.
• Focus on partnership dynamics while improvising to enhance musicality.