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title: 3 Basic Outside Turn
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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 performing the basic outside turn faster by stepping every beat, building on previous knowledge to increase speed and energy while maintaining control.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Step every beat for three counts, then touch or collect on the fourth count.
- Leaders should use their whole body to communicate energy, not just arms, to guide the follower.
- Followers should feel the directional energy from the lead and travel slightly during the turn.
- At the end of the turn, end in a more open position rather than coming back around in front.
- Practice transitioning back to basics slowly after the turn to chill out and reset.

##REMEMBER
- The turn involves a change in rhythm from stepping every two beats to every beat, with a clear pulse shift in the leader's body.
- Energy for faster movement comes from the entire body engaging, similar to speeding up when in a rush, but avoid excessive force.
- Communication in the turn is through guiding, not pushing, using both sides of the body to signal direction.
