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title: 13 Shoulder Shimmy
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date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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## FOCUS 
- This lesson teaches the shoulder shimmy, focusing on generating movement from the center of the body rather than the shoulders, with practice for speed and rhythm.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Imagine a stick down the center of your body and rotate your ribcage around it.
- Keep your hips in place and abs engaged while moving the ribcage.
- Allow shoulders to move with the body but avoid letting them go wild or rise near your ears.
- Practice the shimmy at different speeds, from slow to fast, to develop control.
- Play with the energy and timing of the shimmy to match musical rhythms.
- Keep the movement subtle and contained within the body for better technique.

##REMEMBER
- The movement originates from a central, internal place, not from the shoulders.
- Maintain a long neck and keep shoulders down to avoid tension.
- The shimmy is a rotational action of the ribcage around an imaginary central axis.
- Adjust sharpness and rhythm based on personal preference and music.
- Focus on core engagement to support the shoulder movement.
- Practice variations in speed to build proficiency and musicality.
