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title: 6 The Grind Single time
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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 grind step in single time, which involves stepping every beat instead of every two beats, while maintaining quality and connection with a partner.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Step every beat to transition from half time to single time.
- Focus on the shape of your body while moving faster.
- Take a deep breath and keep everything relaxed during practice.
- Mix up single time and half time to vary the tempo.
- Add the grind action into your body while maintaining a close embrace.
- Play with combining the slow drag basic with grind variations.

##REMEMBER
- The music is slower than you think, so prioritize shape over speed.
- Faster steps can be more difficult, so pay attention to quality.
- Maintain a beautiful connection with your partner, especially in late-night blues.
- As a follower, you can initiate body shape changes without altering tempo.
- Personal preference allows flexibility in leading or following tempo changes.
- Combine all learned elements to see how they feel together in the dance.
