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title: 2 Basic Turns
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date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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## FOCUS 
- This lesson teaches two versions of an outside turn using a two-count basic, focusing on technique and timing for both leaders and followers.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Leaders should lift their left arm to create a doorway for followers to turn through.
- Followers should keep shoulders relaxed and ensure they can see the inside of their elbow during turns.
- Leaders prepare the turn by opening their body and lifting hands slightly at the end of the fourth basic.
- For the second version, leaders lead with a wider hand position to signal traveling away into an open connection.
- Followers should take four basics (eight counts) for the slow turn and three basics (six counts) for the traveling turn.

##REMEMBER
- The turn speed is controlled by the leader, so followers should not rush and enjoy the moment.
- Maintain a relaxed connection to protect shoulders and follow the leader's signals accurately.
- At the end of the turn, leaders should drop their hands to avoid wrapping up the connection.
- The preparation involves body rotation, which followers feel as a signal for the turn direction.
