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title: 1 Surprise dip
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date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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## FOCUS 
- This lesson teaches the surprise dip, a partner dance move involving an inside turn leading to a side-by-side position and a controlled dip, with emphasis on timing and connection.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Leaders shift weight from left to right to left without reading steps.
- Followers pivot on the left leg during the turn, keeping it mostly stationary.
- For the dip, leaders act as a chair by squatting with a straight back and sliding the left leg for stability.
- Followers maintain connection and balance, optionally crossing the left leg over the right in the dip.
- Exit by stepping onto the right side to return to a closed position.

##REMEMBER
- Adjust timing and speed based on the leader's lead and the music.
- Maintain body connection and personal balance throughout the move.
- Adapt hand placement for height differences between partners.
- The dip should be controlled and not rushed, with both partners keeping a straight back.
