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title: 3 Contrabody in Close Embrace
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date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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## FOCUS 
- This lesson focuses on practicing contra-body movements with a partner in close embrace, aiming to integrate previous skills while traveling or redirecting in the dance.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Start with weight on the left foot for all participants.
- Keep the arm connected to the body and avoid isolating movements.
- Followers should maintain a relaxed upper body to allow a soft, swinging action.
- Leaders should use a swing in the hip area to signal direction changes.
- Practice traveling forwards and backwards or staying in place with taps.

##REMEMBER
- Contra-body movement should be generated from relaxation, not muscular tension, to avoid blocking your partner.
- Use your whole body, not just isolated legs, to signal changes in direction for better partner connection.
- Maintain a soft and squishy spine and torso to support both close embrace and swinging actions.
- Focus on keeping the embrace close while allowing the contra-body to flow smoothly during practice.
