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title: 18 Groove Space
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date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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## FOCUS 
- This lesson introduces groove space in Texas shuffle, focusing on relaxing and releasing energy without leverage or compression to dance in a relaxed posture.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Relax and release energy in closed or moping positions to groove around.
- Try jank rounds and tick tocks while moving around in groove space.
- Separate and come back together as part of the groove practice.
- Send hips back as a signal to transition back to leverage or compression.

##REMEMBER
- Groove space removes leverage and compression for a more relaxed dance feel.
- Either leader or follower can initiate transitions like drops or returns to leverage.
- Maintain a relaxed posture while focusing on footwork and shuffle movements.
