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title: 6 Partnered Practice
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date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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## FOCUS 
- This lesson focuses on combining the walk and basic step with the triplet rhythm in partnered dancing, progressing through stages to integrate independent variations while maintaining led weight shifts.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Leaders lead transitions between basic step and walk without telling partners.
- Followers add triplet rhythm independently as a subtle, internal variation.
- Practice in closed position first before adding turns and open moves.
- Keep the triplet rhythm gentle to avoid forcing partners to follow it.
- Use imaginary music to time when to add the triplet rhythm.

##REMEMBER
- The triplet rhythm is an independent choice, not led by the leader.
- Only the weight shift is led, allowing freedom in rhythm variations.
- Subtlety is key to avoid disrupting the partner's movement.
- Progress through stages to build comfort before adding complex moves.
- Followers must listen to whether they are doing a basic or walk step.
