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title: 21 Swinging Triplets%3A Independent Variations
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date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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## FOCUS 
- This lesson focuses on practicing independent variations of swinging triplets, where leaders and followers can independently add or remove triplet rhythms while maintaining the basic step energy.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Leaders should lead single time steps (step, step, step) while adding triplets independently in their own body.
- Followers can choose when to add triplets based on their own rhythm, not in response to the leader's lead.
- Practice by starting with normal steps and gradually introducing triplets to focus on one thing at a time.
- Slow down the movement to better observe and coordinate the independent rhythms.
- Both partners can add or remove triplets as desired, even simultaneously if they hear the music the same way.

##REMEMBER
- The triplet rhythm is independent; do not try to lead it on your follower.
- Maintain a clear weight shift every beat while incorporating triplets.
- Leaders should lead the same energy as before while adding different rhythms in their feet.
- Followers can add triplets whenever they want, similar to the previous class.
- Take breaks or remove triplets when legs get tired to maintain comfort and control.
