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title: 8 Sequence 4%3A Cross Steps & Turn
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date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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## FOCUS 
- This lesson builds on cross-steps for both leaders and followers, focusing on executing cross-steps together with proper connection and body movement, and introduces an inside turn exit.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Leaders keep arms in the same shape and relationship to the body without releasing or pushing.
- Rotate the body a little bit sooner on the last quick for fluid movement.
- Step with feet angled to track your partner, not directly to the side.
- Use body shaping, such as focusing on hips or adding delay to the upper body.
- Generate an inside turn with quick, quick, slow timing after crossing.
- Practice cross-steps in a row with slow, quick, quick timing.

##REMEMBER
- Maintain connection by moving arms with the body as it shifts to the side.
- Early body rotation prepares for direction changes and enhances fluidity.
- Tracking your partner with foot angles ensures better connection and alignment.
- Incorporate body styling to avoid rigid movements and enhance dance expression.
- The cross-step sequence leads into a simple turn for a smooth exit.
- Focus on timing and coordination between partners for synchronized steps.
