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title: 3 Cross Steps
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date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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## FOCUS 
- This lesson focuses on techniques for crossing feet while dancing with a partner to avoid kicking them, aiming to provide practical tips for safe and spacious movement.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Lift your heel and foot over the other foot instead of sliding it around to save space.
- Pull your hips back slightly when crossing in front to create more room between you and your partner.
- Cross behind rather than in front if space is a concern, using a knee-replacement motion for weight shift.
- Turn sideways to perform a front-to-back cross, especially when already positioned at an angle to your partner.

##REMEMBER
- Avoid fully crossing feet end-to-end as it takes up too much room and risks hitting your partner.
- Be cautious with heels to prevent scraping or stabbing your foot during the lift-over motion.
- Adjust posture by moving hips back to enhance spacing during front crosses.
- Utilize behind crosses and sideways turns to maximize available space in partnership dancing.
