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title: 7 Dancing in Opposition
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date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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## FOCUS 
- This lesson teaches dancing in opposition, focusing on maintaining connection and momentum while adding styling options like hip pushes and free arm movements.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Start in closed position with leaders' weight on the right and followers' on the left.
- Leaders hold for two counts on the right to signal opposition without pulling.
- Use body turns and arm guidance to communicate direction without counterbalance.
- Maintain an imaginary connection between chests to keep facing your partner.
- Add hip pushes in opposition for styling and lower body movement.
- Allow free arms to relax and swing for enhanced body expression.

##REMEMBER
- Opposition should feel the same as the basic step for followers, with no disruption to momentum.
- Keep feet under the body and maintain posture to ensure balance and rhythm.
- Leaders guide by stopping themselves, not by forcing movement, to maintain flow.
- Styling choices like hand swaps or arm movements are optional and don't affect leading.
- Focus on dancing with the whole body, not just legs and hips, for a more expressive style.
