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title: 2 Partnered Connection for Struttin
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date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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## FOCUS 
- This lesson focuses on establishing a comfortable and functional partnered connection for strutting, starting with body-to-body connection without arms and then adding arms in a relaxed embrace.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Start with a close embrace and find body-to-body connection by walking into your partner with forward intention.
- Maintain an athletic posture with space between bellies and legs to avoid kicking or treading on each other.
- Leaders should wrap their right arm around the partner's ribcage comfortably, adjusting for height differences by turning slightly left.
- Followers can flop their arms around the leader's shoulders for a comfortable hug-like connection.
- Try moving the connection forward, backward, side-to-side, and rotating left and right to test stability.
- Communicate with your partner to find a comfortable arm position and adjust as needed for both parties.

##REMEMBER
- Ensure forward intention from both partners to prevent floating apart and avoid compensating by grabbing with arms.
- The connection should be solid between bodies wherever they connect, prioritizing comfort over specific hand placements.
- Maintain an athletic close embrace with space for independent footwork to enhance functionality and safety.
- Use the connection as a foundation for dancing, adjusting movements to maintain comfort and stability throughout.
