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title: 2 Adding Swing to Our Partner Dancing
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date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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## FOCUS 
- This lesson teaches how to incorporate swing into partner dancing using three moves: outside turn, inside turn, and send out, to enhance flow and natural movement.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Use the last swing of the basic as preparation for turns by opening the body slightly.
- In turns, pivot on the foot during the collect to maintain continuous motion rather than stopping.
- For the send out, let the follower pass slightly to connect hands and redirect the swing smoothly.
- Keep hands low during the send out to guide without pushing, using the connection to signal rotation.
- Practice with a slow two-count basic to focus on maintaining the swing throughout the sequence.

##REMEMBER
- Swing adds fluidity and natural feel to moves, making them easier and more enjoyable.
- Exaggerate the swing at the end of turns to absorb energy for redirection into the next move.
- Maintain the swing even when travelling, though it may be smaller, to keep the flow consistent.
- The connection in the arms guides direction and timing, especially in turns and send outs.
- Master this sequence before advancing, as it applies to all moves in the course.
