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title: 3 Partnered Styling
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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 focuses on partnered styling in slow drag, exploring how movement choices and body shapes enhance musicality and connection between partners.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Sink your hips during the drag to create a different shape.
- Keep forearms resting against each other when holding arms up for self-support.
- Use a palm-to-palm hold with your wrist against your chest for a comfortable shape.
- Experiment with arm extensions or reverse palm-to-palm connections.
- Consider traveling side-to-side or front-and-back based on the music.

##REMEMBER
- Movement decisions like traveling or staying in place are the first steps to musicality in partnership.
- Body shapes from the leader can invite the follower to join, adding to partnered musicality.
- Prioritize comfort and clear communication when creating shapes like hand placements.
- Make choices based on the music to enhance the dance experience.
