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title: 8 Fishtails with Hip Bump
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date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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## FOCUS 
- This lesson focuses on adding hip bumps to the fishtail dance step, layering a small, sharp hip swing onto the basic two-count movement to create a cheeky rhythm.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Swing the left hip back slightly while opening it, not directly backwards.
- Keep the hip bump action small and staccato, avoiding large movements.
- Start the action from the hips, not the legs, letting the leg follow naturally.
- Use the left foot as a stabilizer or shift some weight into the heel for balance.
- Practice the rhythm as pop, step, pop, step, adjusting timing based on the music.
- Transition into hip bumps mid-fishtail or start directly with them, adapting counts as needed.

##REMEMBER
- The hip bump adds an extra swing to the hips before stepping in the fishtail.
- There are no strict counts; focus on a cheeky rhythm layered on top of the fishtail.
- The action is hip-driven, with the leg moving passively underneath.
- Balance can be enhanced by distributing weight between both legs as needed.
- Choose the rhythm based on the music and personal comfort, not fixed timing.
- This variation allows for playful adaptation to enhance the dance's musicality.
