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title: 5 The Grind
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date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
tags: Blues
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dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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## FOCUS 
- This lesson teaches the grind dance move, focusing on integrating rotation, weight shift, and pelvic tilt into a relaxed, late-night blues style for partner connection.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Rotate the pelvis so the right hip bone comes forward while the left goes back, and vice versa.
- Step into the leg as the hip bone moves forward to shift weight naturally.
- Roll through the foot when stepping to create energy flow from the ground up through the body.
- Keep the upper body facing forward to maintain connection with your partner.
- Practice the grind in two counts to match the slow drag timing, starting on the spot before adding movement.

##REMEMBER
- The grind involves three simultaneous elements: rotation, weight shift, and tilt of the pelvis.
- Allow the knees to bend naturally to support the hip movement and ensure comfort.
- Maintain a relaxed, soft style with energy flowing through the chest for partner connection.
- Experiment with traveling directions (forward, back, sides) while keeping the hip action independent.
- Adjust arm placement and body connection to find what feels comfortable for the grind movement.
