8 Turn into side dip I

COURSE: dips-tricks

FOCUS: This lesson focuses on combining an inside turn with a side dip, teaching leaders to signal followers to stop rotation and step sideways, and followers to respond with appropriate arm styling.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Leaders: On count four, increase arm tone slightly to signal the follower to stop turning and step sideways.
• Followers: Feel for directional energy sideways and a subtle arm signal to indicate the change from turn to side step.
• Both partners: Open bodies to face the same direction on count four during the transition.
• Followers: Choose arm styling based on height; tall followers can reach over the top, shorter ones can keep arms across the body.
• Practice the sequence with counts: five, six, seven, and one, two, three, four, down, up, and step.

REMEMBER:

• The movement combines two known parts: an inside turn and a side dip, requiring smooth integration.
• Leaders use arm connection to control the follower's rotation and direct weight shift.
• Followers should adapt arm positions for comfort and aesthetics, considering partner height differences.
• Focus on subtle signals in the arm to communicate changes without disrupting flow.