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title: 9 Struttin' Turns
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date: 2026-04-28T07:16:01.792Z
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## FOCUS 
- This lesson teaches turns in Struttin' dance, focusing on adding flashy, showy rotations while maintaining proper technique and connection.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Set up rotation with shuffly steps before releasing into the turn.
- Leaders should pull back with the hand to prevent partners from continuing rotation.
- Followers should maintain rotation in the hips and keep a down pulse in the butt.
- Look into the turn and find your leader to gauge distance for reconnection.
- For height differences, use the 'tulip' technique with elbow facing down.
- Leaders should catch partners around the middle of the forearm, not too close.

##REMEMBER
- The turn originates from post-WWII Memphis dancers adding flashy elements.
- Maintain strut butt throughout the movement for proper energy flow.
- Early connection helps followers understand distance for smooth reconnection.
- The shape involves rotation, turn, and returning to rotation.
- Improvise the turn shape naturally rather than following strict counts.
- Reconnect carefully at faster tempos, especially with the left arm.
