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title: 7 Fishtail with Triplet Rhythm
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date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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## FOCUS 
- This lesson teaches adding a triplet rhythm to the fishtail dance step, focusing on clapping the rhythm first and then applying it with footwork.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Clap the rhythm 'one and and two and and' to internalize the triplet timing before moving to feet.
- Use a step-ball-change motion with partial weight transfer on the ball of the foot for faster execution.
- Roll through the first step instead of just stepping down to maintain smooth movement.
- Fan the non-weight-bearing leg slightly during the ball change to aid in turning and add styling.
- Practice starting slow and gradually increase speed to match fast blues song rhythms.

##REMEMBER
- The triplet rhythm involves three actions per count, making it faster than previous rhythms.
- Keep weight forward on the ball of the foot during the step-ball-change to prevent rocking back.
- The pivot or turn occurs during the ball change part of the rhythm.
- Styling includes fanning the leg out slightly during weight shifts for a polished look.
- This rhythm is often used in fast blues music, so aim to build speed with practice.
