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title: 17 Playing with triplet steps
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date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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## FOCUS 
- This lesson focuses on improvising with triplet steps independently from a partner, emphasizing subtlety and isolation to avoid affecting the partner's movement.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Use the heel for the first step on the one to stay upright.
- Keep weight further back in the body to isolate the step.
- Maintain the center in the same position and feet under the body.
- Add a fan variation optionally, but stick to the straight step for simplicity.

##REMEMBER
- Triplet steps can be done independently without leading or waiting for a partner.
- Isolate the step to make it subtle and not affect the partner's body shape.
- Focus on heel usage and weight distribution for better control.
- Treat improvisation as a game, adding steps wherever and whenever desired.
