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title: 11 Heels and Toes Variations
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date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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## FOCUS 
- This lesson focuses on footwork variations for heels and toes, building coordination and strength in the ankles and feet through exercises like rocking, twisting, and oppositional movements.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Drive the footwork from the hips to create motion and add a pulse for rhythm.
- Use the ball of the foot for pushing off the floor, especially in moves like the James Brown version.
- Practice moving feet opposite each other, starting with one foot tapping or switching heels and toes.
- Let the leg trail behind in moves like dead leg or peg leg for a cool look.
- Don't overthink it; just go and allow your body to figure out the coordination naturally.
- Add hips rocking forward and back to enhance the three-dimensional movement.

##REMEMBER
- Warm up feet by rocking weight between heels and toes to prepare for more complex variations.
- Incorporate hips and ankles to drive movements, making it easier to lead and follow in dance.
- Build strong ankle and foot muscles through repetitive coordination exercises.
- Experiment with both perfect and messy versions of moves to find what works for your style.
- Use techniques from previous lessons, like linear hips, to support footwork motions.
- Practice tick tocks or oppositional footwork to improve timing and spatial awareness.
