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title: 10 Textures%4A Brushes
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date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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## FOCUS 
- This lesson focuses on the 'brushes' texture, a light and percussive foot movement where the ball of the foot makes contact with the floor during a swing from the knee, aiming to integrate it into dancing as a versatile element.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Start with weight on one leg and lift the free leg slightly with a bend, swinging from the knee joint, not the hip.
- Keep the foot relaxed and heavy, allowing it to make light contact with the floor as it swings like a pendulum.
- Practice brushes by walking and adding them before steps, such as 'brush, step', to incorporate them naturally.
- Experiment with crossing the foot or varying the tempo to find where brushes fit best in your dance.

##REMEMBER
- Brushes are a texture, not just a move, used to add percussive and airy elements to dancing.
- Focus on initiating the swing from the knee to keep the action small and controlled, avoiding tension in the leg.
- Use brushes to create a carefree, relaxed feel, similar to a lazy walk, enhancing musicality and flow.
