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<h1>0 Getting in the Swing of it</h1>
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<p>COURSE: Transition and Flow - Solo</p>
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<p>FOCUS: This lesson focuses on using the concept of swing to maintain flow and transition seamlessly between movements, by imagining the spine as a relaxed rope and the pelvis as a heavy ball.</p>
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<p>TIP & TRICKS: <ul>
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<li>Imagine your spine as a long rope and your pelvis as a heavy ball at the bottom.</li>
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<li>Initiate the swing from the top of the spine to move the hips side to side.</li>
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<li>Adjust the swing size by making the rope shorter or longer from different spine points.</li>
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<li>Visualise a hula hoop around your waist to create circles and varied hip movements.</li>
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<li>Stay relaxed and avoid tensing muscles to let movement flow naturally.</li>
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<p>REMEMBER: <ul>
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<li>Maintain a relaxed spine to allow smooth transitions between movements.</li>
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<li>The swing size depends on where you initiate movement in the spine.</li>
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<li>Use imagery like a rope and ball or hula hoop to guide hip motion.</li>
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<li>Experiment with different directions and shapes for the hips.</li>
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<li>Focus on flow rather than force to enhance movement quality.</li>
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title: 0 Getting in the Swing of it
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date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
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tags: Blues
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## FOCUS
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- This lesson focuses on using the concept of swing to maintain flow and transition seamlessly between movements, by imagining the spine as a relaxed rope and the pelvis as a heavy ball.
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## TIP & TRICKS:
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- Imagine your spine as a long rope and your pelvis as a heavy ball at the bottom.
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- Initiate the swing from the top of the spine to move the hips side to side.
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- Adjust the swing size by making the rope shorter or longer from different spine points.
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- Visualise a hula hoop around your waist to create circles and varied hip movements.
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- Stay relaxed and avoid tensing muscles to let movement flow naturally.
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##REMEMBER
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- Maintain a relaxed spine to allow smooth transitions between movements.
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- The swing size depends on where you initiate movement in the spine.
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- Use imagery like a rope and ball or hula hoop to guide hip motion.
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- Experiment with different directions and shapes for the hips.
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- Focus on flow rather than force to enhance movement quality.
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<h1>10 Messing around with rotational swing</h1>
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<p>COURSE: Transition and Flow - Solo</p>
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<p>FOCUS: This lesson introduces rotational swing using the mess around, focusing on adding it to a basic step and practicing transitions between normal basics and mess arounds.</p>
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<p>TIP & TRICKS: <ul>
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<li>Start the mess around in either forward or backward direction as preferred.</li>
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<li>Change the direction of the mess around anytime during practice.</li>
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<li>Ensure the circle drawn during the mess around is clear and defined.</li>
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<li>Practice moving from a normal basic step to a mess around without stopping.</li>
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<li>Join in with the instructor when ready, starting with a clockwise mess around.</li>
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<p>REMEMBER: <ul>
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<li>Rotational swing can be explored through the mess around, a versatile movement.</li>
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<li>The mess around can be done in any direction, clockwise or counterclockwise.</li>
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<li>Transitions between basic steps and mess arounds should be smooth and continuous.</li>
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<li>Feel free to experiment with starting positions and directions to enhance flow.</li>
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## FOCUS
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- This lesson introduces rotational swing using the mess around, focusing on adding it to a basic step and practicing transitions between normal basics and mess arounds.
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## TIP & TRICKS:
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- Start the mess around in either forward or backward direction as preferred.
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- Change the direction of the mess around anytime during practice.
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- Ensure the circle drawn during the mess around is clear and defined.
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- Practice moving from a normal basic step to a mess around without stopping.
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- Join in with the instructor when ready, starting with a clockwise mess around.
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##REMEMBER
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- Rotational swing can be explored through the mess around, a versatile movement.
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- The mess around can be done in any direction, clockwise or counterclockwise.
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- Transitions between basic steps and mess arounds should be smooth and continuous.
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- Feel free to experiment with starting positions and directions to enhance flow.
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<h1>11 Rotational Swing%3A Messaround and Four Corners</h1>
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<p>COURSE: Transition and Flow - Solo</p>
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<p>FOCUS: This lesson focuses on using rotational swing to transition between the mess around and four corners moves, with the goal of linking them smoothly in solo dance.</p>
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<p>TIP & TRICKS: <ul>
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<li>Think of the four corners as a chopped-up mess around with stops and reverses.</li>
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<li>Transition by not stopping the loop of the four corners and adding it into a full circle for the mess around.</li>
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<li>Practice with both slow and faster mess arounds to find what feels comfortable or fits the music.</li>
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<li>Start transitions with weight on the left foot and then switch to the other foot for balance.</li>
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<li>Use the hips fully in both moves, ensuring no parts of the swing are left out.</li>
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<li>Speed up the mess around by stepping every beat for a faster transition.</li>
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<p>REMEMBER: <ul>
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<li>The timing of the move is up to you, but focus on the direction of the swing for smooth transitions.</li>
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<li>Link the four corners and mess around by seamlessly switching between full circles and chopped-up loops.</li>
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<li>Practice until the transitions feel smooth in the body, adapting to personal comfort and music.</li>
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<li>Remember to include the loop at the back of the four corners to maintain the swing's integrity.</li>
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## FOCUS
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- This lesson focuses on using rotational swing to transition between the mess around and four corners moves, with the goal of linking them smoothly in solo dance.
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## TIP & TRICKS:
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- Think of the four corners as a chopped-up mess around with stops and reverses.
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- Transition by not stopping the loop of the four corners and adding it into a full circle for the mess around.
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- Practice with both slow and faster mess arounds to find what feels comfortable or fits the music.
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- Start transitions with weight on the left foot and then switch to the other foot for balance.
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- Use the hips fully in both moves, ensuring no parts of the swing are left out.
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- Speed up the mess around by stepping every beat for a faster transition.
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##REMEMBER
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- The timing of the move is up to you, but focus on the direction of the swing for smooth transitions.
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- Link the four corners and mess around by seamlessly switching between full circles and chopped-up loops.
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- Practice until the transitions feel smooth in the body, adapting to personal comfort and music.
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- Remember to include the loop at the back of the four corners to maintain the swing's integrity.
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<h1>12 Rotational Swing%3A Messaround and Fishtail</h1>
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<p>COURSE: Transition and Flow - Solo</p>
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<p>FOCUS: This lesson focuses on combining the rotational swing moves of Messaround and Fishtail, teaching how to transition between them using rotational motion.</p>
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<p>TIP & TRICKS: <ul>
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<li>Use the rotational motion from the Messaround to smoothly enter the Fishtail.</li>
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<li>Practice starting with weight on the right for clockwise Messaround and on the left for anti-clockwise.</li>
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<li>Draw the Fishtail as a figure of eight on paper to visualize its rotational loop.</li>
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<li>Exhale during the transition to enhance fluidity and control.</li>
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<li>Try diagonal movements to better observe and execute the transitions.</li>
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<p>REMEMBER: <ul>
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<li>The Fishtail involves a rotational loop that resembles a figure of eight.</li>
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<li>Switching weights from one side to another creates the rotational motion in these moves.</li>
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<li>Use the momentum from the Messaround to seamlessly flow into the Fishtail.</li>
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<li>Practice both clockwise and anti-clockwise directions to build versatility.</li>
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<li>Focus on maintaining a continuous rotational flow throughout the combination.</li>
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## FOCUS
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- This lesson focuses on combining the rotational swing moves of Messaround and Fishtail, teaching how to transition between them using rotational motion.
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## TIP & TRICKS:
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- Use the rotational motion from the Messaround to smoothly enter the Fishtail.
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- Practice starting with weight on the right for clockwise Messaround and on the left for anti-clockwise.
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- Draw the Fishtail as a figure of eight on paper to visualize its rotational loop.
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- Exhale during the transition to enhance fluidity and control.
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- Try diagonal movements to better observe and execute the transitions.
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##REMEMBER
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- The Fishtail involves a rotational loop that resembles a figure of eight.
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- Switching weights from one side to another creates the rotational motion in these moves.
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- Use the momentum from the Messaround to seamlessly flow into the Fishtail.
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- Practice both clockwise and anti-clockwise directions to build versatility.
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- Focus on maintaining a continuous rotational flow throughout the combination.
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<h1>13 Transitioning between Fishtails & Four Corners</h1>
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<p>COURSE: Transition and Flow - Solo</p>
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<p>FOCUS: This lesson focuses on creating smooth transitions between the fishtail and four corners movements by using hip rotation and directional swings.</p>
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<p>TIP & TRICKS: <ul>
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<li>Keep the hips rotating to help transition from fishtail to four corners.</li>
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<li>Take the hip energy back and down when moving from four corners to fishtail.</li>
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<li>Ensure a big loop with the hips at the back to avoid cheating and ease transitions.</li>
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<li>Practice on either side to maintain balance and fluidity.</li>
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<li>Relax the body while transitioning to maintain smoothness.</li>
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</ul></p>
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<p>REMEMBER: <ul>
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<li>The end of one movement becomes the beginning of the next for seamless flow.</li>
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<li>Hip rotation is key to connecting fishtails and four corners effectively.</li>
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<li>Avoid cutting out the back loop to prevent difficulty in transitions.</li>
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<li>Maintain rotational energy throughout to sustain movement continuity.</li>
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## FOCUS
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- This lesson focuses on creating smooth transitions between the fishtail and four corners movements by using hip rotation and directional swings.
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## TIP & TRICKS:
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- Keep the hips rotating to help transition from fishtail to four corners.
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- Take the hip energy back and down when moving from four corners to fishtail.
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- Ensure a big loop with the hips at the back to avoid cheating and ease transitions.
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- Practice on either side to maintain balance and fluidity.
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- Relax the body while transitioning to maintain smoothness.
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##REMEMBER
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- The end of one movement becomes the beginning of the next for seamless flow.
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- Hip rotation is key to connecting fishtails and four corners effectively.
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- Avoid cutting out the back loop to prevent difficulty in transitions.
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- Maintain rotational energy throughout to sustain movement continuity.
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<h1>14 Improvising with rotational swing</h1>
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<p>COURSE: Transition and Flow - Solo</p>
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<p>FOCUS: This lesson focuses on improvising with rotational swing by mixing moves like fishtail, four corners, and mess around to change direction and create different moves.</p>
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<p>TIP & TRICKS: <ul>
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<li>Start with the fishtail move to initiate the sequence.</li>
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<li>Change direction to create different moves while maintaining rotational swing.</li>
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<li>Choose your own speed during practice, such as going faster for mess around.</li>
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<li>Ensure you breathe while performing the moves to maintain flow.</li>
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<p>REMEMBER: <ul>
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<li>Never lose the rotational swing; use it to transition between moves.</li>
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<li>Mix moves together to enhance improvisation and flow.</li>
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<li>Practice can be done alone or with friends, following instructions or dancing along freely.</li>
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||||
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## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on improvising with rotational swing by mixing moves like fishtail, four corners, and mess around to change direction and create different moves.
|
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## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Start with the fishtail move to initiate the sequence.
|
||||
- Change direction to create different moves while maintaining rotational swing.
|
||||
- Choose your own speed during practice, such as going faster for mess around.
|
||||
- Ensure you breathe while performing the moves to maintain flow.
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||||
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##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Never lose the rotational swing; use it to transition between moves.
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- Mix moves together to enhance improvisation and flow.
|
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- Practice can be done alone or with friends, following instructions or dancing along freely.
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<h1>15 Transitioning and maintaining flow</h1>
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<hr>
|
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<p>COURSE: Transition and Flow - Solo</p>
|
||||
<p>FOCUS: This lesson focuses on creatively transitioning between different swing directions in solo dance, with the goal of maintaining flow and fluidity through improvisation.</p>
|
||||
<p>TIP & TRICKS: <ul>
|
||||
<li>Start with a basic move to get into the swing, then experiment with transitions like from a lowdown to a funky butt.</li>
|
||||
<li>Use basics in between moves to help change swing direction smoothly, such as adding a backswing before a choo-choo shuffle.</li>
|
||||
<li>Try moves in your body while dancing to see how they feel together, without worrying about right or wrong.</li>
|
||||
<li>Watch demonstrations if needed, then practice improvising to build confidence and creativity.</li>
|
||||
</ul></p>
|
||||
<p>REMEMBER: <ul>
|
||||
<li>There are no right or wrong transitions; focus on what feels good and fluid in your body.</li>
|
||||
<li>The swing can go in different directions, so some moves may transition easily while others require adjustment.</li>
|
||||
<li>Creativity is key—play with all learned moves to discover seamless connections and enhance flow.</li>
|
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</ul></p>
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|
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title: 15 Transitioning and maintaining flow
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date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
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tags: Blues
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|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on creatively transitioning between different swing directions in solo dance, with the goal of maintaining flow and fluidity through improvisation.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Start with a basic move to get into the swing, then experiment with transitions like from a lowdown to a funky butt.
|
||||
- Use basics in between moves to help change swing direction smoothly, such as adding a backswing before a choo-choo shuffle.
|
||||
- Try moves in your body while dancing to see how they feel together, without worrying about right or wrong.
|
||||
- Watch demonstrations if needed, then practice improvising to build confidence and creativity.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- There are no right or wrong transitions; focus on what feels good and fluid in your body.
|
||||
- The swing can go in different directions, so some moves may transition easily while others require adjustment.
|
||||
- Creativity is key—play with all learned moves to discover seamless connections and enhance flow.
|
||||
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<h1>16 Get all your moves swinging!</h1>
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<hr>
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||||
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|
||||
<hr>
|
||||
<p>COURSE: Transition and Flow - Solo</p>
|
||||
<p>FOCUS: This final lesson focuses on applying the concept of swing to various dance moves, encouraging dancers to integrate swing from their center into their favorite moves for smoother transitions.</p>
|
||||
<p>TIP & TRICKS: <ul>
|
||||
<li>Start the James Brown move from your center, specifically the hips or glutes, to ensure a good twist.</li>
|
||||
<li>Add a forward and back swing to the James Brown to enhance movement and transition.</li>
|
||||
<li>Incorporate a swing in your center to initiate the camel walk, involving the whole body rather than just legs.</li>
|
||||
<li>Add swing at the end of a move, like a turn, to naturally transition into the next step.</li>
|
||||
<li>Use swing when changing direction, such as adding a forward swing to transition smoothly back.</li>
|
||||
</ul></p>
|
||||
<p>REMEMBER: <ul>
|
||||
<li>Swing should originate from the center of the body, not from the knees or feet.</li>
|
||||
<li>Analyze your favorite moves to find opportunities to add swing for better flow.</li>
|
||||
<li>Swing can help transition moves seamlessly, making improvisation more fluid.</li>
|
||||
<li>Even moves that seem to lack swing can be adapted by adding swing at the end.</li>
|
||||
</ul></p>
|
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 16 Get all your moves swinging!
|
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description:
|
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published: true
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date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
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tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
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dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
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---
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|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This final lesson focuses on applying the concept of swing to various dance moves, encouraging dancers to integrate swing from their center into their favorite moves for smoother transitions.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Start the James Brown move from your center, specifically the hips or glutes, to ensure a good twist.
|
||||
- Add a forward and back swing to the James Brown to enhance movement and transition.
|
||||
- Incorporate a swing in your center to initiate the camel walk, involving the whole body rather than just legs.
|
||||
- Add swing at the end of a move, like a turn, to naturally transition into the next step.
|
||||
- Use swing when changing direction, such as adding a forward swing to transition smoothly back.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Swing should originate from the center of the body, not from the knees or feet.
|
||||
- Analyze your favorite moves to find opportunities to add swing for better flow.
|
||||
- Swing can help transition moves seamlessly, making improvisation more fluid.
|
||||
- Even moves that seem to lack swing can be adapted by adding swing at the end.
|
||||
@@ -1,30 +0,0 @@
|
||||
<h1>17 Final thoughts</h1>
|
||||
<hr>
|
||||
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||||
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||||
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|
||||
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|
||||
<hr>
|
||||
<p>COURSE: Transition and Flow - Solo</p>
|
||||
<p>FOCUS: The lesson focuses on the concept of flow in dance, emphasizing its role in enabling freedom and improvisation without pre-planning.</p>
|
||||
<p>TIP & TRICKS: <ul>
|
||||
<li>Let your body's swing or energy take over to guide movements naturally.</li>
|
||||
<li>Maintain a continuous flow where moves transition smoothly into one another.</li>
|
||||
<li>Practice allowing the dance to evolve as one movement throughout the entire song.</li>
|
||||
<li>Use flow to improvise without thinking about the next step in advance.</li>
|
||||
</ul></p>
|
||||
<p>REMEMBER: <ul>
|
||||
<li>Flow provides freedom in dance, allowing for spontaneous and intuitive movement.</li>
|
||||
<li>Aim for dance moves to make sense together rather than being choppy or disconnected.</li>
|
||||
<li>Flow helps in improvisation by letting the body's energy dictate the dance.</li>
|
||||
<li>Developing flow takes time but enhances overall dancing when applied consistently.</li>
|
||||
</ul></p>
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 17 Final thoughts
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- The lesson focuses on the concept of flow in dance, emphasizing its role in enabling freedom and improvisation without pre-planning.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Let your body's swing or energy take over to guide movements naturally.
|
||||
- Maintain a continuous flow where moves transition smoothly into one another.
|
||||
- Practice allowing the dance to evolve as one movement throughout the entire song.
|
||||
- Use flow to improvise without thinking about the next step in advance.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Flow provides freedom in dance, allowing for spontaneous and intuitive movement.
|
||||
- Aim for dance moves to make sense together rather than being choppy or disconnected.
|
||||
- Flow helps in improvisation by letting the body's energy dictate the dance.
|
||||
- Developing flow takes time but enhances overall dancing when applied consistently.
|
||||
@@ -1,32 +0,0 @@
|
||||
<h1>1 Side to side swing in your basic step</h1>
|
||||
<hr>
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
|
||||
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||||
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||||
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||||
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|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
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|
||||
<hr>
|
||||
<p>COURSE: Transition and Flow - Solo</p>
|
||||
<p>FOCUS: This lesson introduces the side to side swing as part of a dance basics course, focusing on integrating it into basic steps to enhance movement flow.</p>
|
||||
<p>TIP & TRICKS: <ul>
|
||||
<li>Start with a normal basic step without swing to establish the foundation.</li>
|
||||
<li>Add a small side to side swing gradually, avoiding excessive movement.</li>
|
||||
<li>Practice the swing while moving around the room, including rotations and forward/backward directions.</li>
|
||||
<li>Compare the feeling with and without swing to notice differences in fluidity.</li>
|
||||
<li>Ensure the swing is subtle and comfortable to prevent strain or pain.</li>
|
||||
</ul></p>
|
||||
<p>REMEMBER: <ul>
|
||||
<li>Incorporate swing into basics to add dynamic flow to movements.</li>
|
||||
<li>Maintain control by keeping the swing minimal and not too large.</li>
|
||||
<li>Use the swing to enhance natural movement during rotations and transitions.</li>
|
||||
<li>Practice in various directions to adapt the swing to different dance scenarios.</li>
|
||||
<li>Focus on the pelvis movement as discussed in previous lessons for effective swing integration.</li>
|
||||
</ul></p>
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 1 Side to side swing in your basic step
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Essential-Skills/Transition-and-Flow-Solo/1_Side%20to%20side%20swing%20in%20your%20basic%20step.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson introduces the side to side swing as part of a dance basics course, focusing on integrating it into basic steps to enhance movement flow.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Start with a normal basic step without swing to establish the foundation.
|
||||
- Add a small side to side swing gradually, avoiding excessive movement.
|
||||
- Practice the swing while moving around the room, including rotations and forward/backward directions.
|
||||
- Compare the feeling with and without swing to notice differences in fluidity.
|
||||
- Ensure the swing is subtle and comfortable to prevent strain or pain.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Incorporate swing into basics to add dynamic flow to movements.
|
||||
- Maintain control by keeping the swing minimal and not too large.
|
||||
- Use the swing to enhance natural movement during rotations and transitions.
|
||||
- Practice in various directions to adapt the swing to different dance scenarios.
|
||||
- Focus on the pelvis movement as discussed in previous lessons for effective swing integration.
|
||||
@@ -1,31 +0,0 @@
|
||||
<h1>2 Swinging into Rocks</h1>
|
||||
<hr>
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
|
||||
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|
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|
||||
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|
||||
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|
||||
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|
||||
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|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
</div>
|
||||
<hr>
|
||||
<p>COURSE: Transition and Flow - Solo</p>
|
||||
<p>FOCUS: This lesson focuses on transitioning between the basic step and rocks using a sideways swing, aiming for a seamless flow in solo dance.</p>
|
||||
<p>TIP & TRICKS: <ul>
|
||||
<li>Keep feet wide and legs relaxed during rocks for a heavy hip movement.</li>
|
||||
<li>Use the sideways swing to smoothly transition into and out of rocks.</li>
|
||||
<li>Let the free leg gather under the hips on the final rock to prepare for the next basic.</li>
|
||||
<li>Practice starting with weight on both left and right to become a two-legged dancer.</li>
|
||||
<li>Maintain the swing in the hips throughout the transition to enhance fluidity.</li>
|
||||
</ul></p>
|
||||
<p>REMEMBER: <ul>
|
||||
<li>The transition involves four basics (eight counts) followed by eight counts of rocks for a rhythmic pattern.</li>
|
||||
<li>Focus on a seamless connection between steps to improve dance flow.</li>
|
||||
<li>Incorporate the sideways swing as a key element for smooth transitions.</li>
|
||||
<li>Practice repeatedly with music to build consistency and confidence in the movement.</li>
|
||||
</ul></p>
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 2 Swinging into Rocks
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Essential-Skills/Transition-and-Flow-Solo/2_Swinging%20into%20Rocks.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on transitioning between the basic step and rocks using a sideways swing, aiming for a seamless flow in solo dance.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Keep feet wide and legs relaxed during rocks for a heavy hip movement.
|
||||
- Use the sideways swing to smoothly transition into and out of rocks.
|
||||
- Let the free leg gather under the hips on the final rock to prepare for the next basic.
|
||||
- Practice starting with weight on both left and right to become a two-legged dancer.
|
||||
- Maintain the swing in the hips throughout the transition to enhance fluidity.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- The transition involves four basics (eight counts) followed by eight counts of rocks for a rhythmic pattern.
|
||||
- Focus on a seamless connection between steps to improve dance flow.
|
||||
- Incorporate the sideways swing as a key element for smooth transitions.
|
||||
- Practice repeatedly with music to build consistency and confidence in the movement.
|
||||
@@ -1,31 +0,0 @@
|
||||
<h1>3 Swinging Low Downs</h1>
|
||||
<hr>
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
|
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||||
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||||
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|
||||
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|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
</div>
|
||||
<hr>
|
||||
<p>COURSE: Transition and Flow - Solo</p>
|
||||
<p>FOCUS: This lesson focuses on adding a side-to-side swing to the low down move to enhance fluidity and transition in solo dance.</p>
|
||||
<p>TIP & TRICKS: <ul>
|
||||
<li>Practice the low down with a swing to make it more fluid.</li>
|
||||
<li>Start with weight on the right foot and use counts like five-six for timing.</li>
|
||||
<li>Combine the basic step with the swing and low down for smooth transitions.</li>
|
||||
<li>Pause the video as needed to practice at your own pace.</li>
|
||||
<li>Turn around to practice putting the moves together from different angles.</li>
|
||||
</ul></p>
|
||||
<p>REMEMBER: <ul>
|
||||
<li>Adding swing to moves like the low down increases fluidity in dance.</li>
|
||||
<li>Work on transitions between steps to maintain flow in your movements.</li>
|
||||
<li>Keep trying and adjust your technique if it doesn't feel fluid initially.</li>
|
||||
<li>Practice with music to integrate the moves into a rhythmic context.</li>
|
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</ul></p>
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title: 3 Swinging Low Downs
|
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description:
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published: true
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date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
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tags: Blues
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editor: markdown
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dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
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||||
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|
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|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on adding a side-to-side swing to the low down move to enhance fluidity and transition in solo dance.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Practice the low down with a swing to make it more fluid.
|
||||
- Start with weight on the right foot and use counts like five-six for timing.
|
||||
- Combine the basic step with the swing and low down for smooth transitions.
|
||||
- Pause the video as needed to practice at your own pace.
|
||||
- Turn around to practice putting the moves together from different angles.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Adding swing to moves like the low down increases fluidity in dance.
|
||||
- Work on transitions between steps to maintain flow in your movements.
|
||||
- Keep trying and adjust your technique if it doesn't feel fluid initially.
|
||||
- Practice with music to integrate the moves into a rhythmic context.
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<h1>4 Transitioning between Rocks and Low Downs</h1>
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<hr>
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<hr>
|
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<p>COURSE: Transition and Flow - Solo</p>
|
||||
<p>FOCUS: This lesson focuses on transitioning smoothly between rocks and low downs in solo dance, using a sideways hip swing to guide the movement and maintain flow.</p>
|
||||
<p>TIP & TRICKS: <ul>
|
||||
<li>Use the sideways hip swing to let your hips decide the direction for the next move.</li>
|
||||
<li>Shift your weight fully onto the leg you're swinging onto during low downs to ease into rocks.</li>
|
||||
<li>Practice eight counts of rocks and eight counts of low downs, alternating to improve transitions.</li>
|
||||
<li>Keep the hip swing going continuously to make transitions fluid and natural.</li>
|
||||
</ul></p>
|
||||
<p>REMEMBER: <ul>
|
||||
<li>Think of the swing scientifically: what goes up must come down, allowing momentum to guide transitions.</li>
|
||||
<li>The hips can make decisions for you in transitions, reducing overthinking.</li>
|
||||
<li>Weight shifting is key for smooth transitions from low downs to rocks.</li>
|
||||
<li>Maintain a consistent swing in the hips to enhance flow between moves.</li>
|
||||
</ul></p>
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|
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---
|
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title: 4 Transitioning between Rocks and Low Downs
|
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description:
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published: true
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date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
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tags: Blues
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editor: markdown
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dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
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---
|
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|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on transitioning smoothly between rocks and low downs in solo dance, using a sideways hip swing to guide the movement and maintain flow.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Use the sideways hip swing to let your hips decide the direction for the next move.
|
||||
- Shift your weight fully onto the leg you're swinging onto during low downs to ease into rocks.
|
||||
- Practice eight counts of rocks and eight counts of low downs, alternating to improve transitions.
|
||||
- Keep the hip swing going continuously to make transitions fluid and natural.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Think of the swing scientifically: what goes up must come down, allowing momentum to guide transitions.
|
||||
- The hips can make decisions for you in transitions, reducing overthinking.
|
||||
- Weight shifting is key for smooth transitions from low downs to rocks.
|
||||
- Maintain a consistent swing in the hips to enhance flow between moves.
|
||||
@@ -1,28 +0,0 @@
|
||||
<h1>5 Improvising with side to side swing</h1>
|
||||
<hr>
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|
||||
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|
||||
<hr>
|
||||
<p>COURSE: Transition and Flow - Solo</p>
|
||||
<p>FOCUS: This lesson focuses on practicing transitions between basic, rocks, and lowdown moves through a game where a caller directs a dancer, aiming to improve flow and smoothness in improvisation.</p>
|
||||
<p>TIP & TRICKS: <ul>
|
||||
<li>Take your time to transition between moves when called out.</li>
|
||||
<li>Focus on making transitions as smooth as possible.</li>
|
||||
<li>Use the swing motion to aid in transitioning between moves.</li>
|
||||
</ul></p>
|
||||
<p>REMEMBER: <ul>
|
||||
<li>Transitions should be smooth and preferably aligned with the music's phrasing.</li>
|
||||
<li>The game can be adapted for solo practice by following the instructor's instructions.</li>
|
||||
<li>In the next lesson, swinging in a different direction will be explored.</li>
|
||||
</ul></p>
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 5 Improvising with side to side swing
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on practicing transitions between basic, rocks, and lowdown moves through a game where a caller directs a dancer, aiming to improve flow and smoothness in improvisation.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Take your time to transition between moves when called out.
|
||||
- Focus on making transitions as smooth as possible.
|
||||
- Use the swing motion to aid in transitioning between moves.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Transitions should be smooth and preferably aligned with the music's phrasing.
|
||||
- The game can be adapted for solo practice by following the instructor's instructions.
|
||||
- In the next lesson, swinging in a different direction will be explored.
|
||||
@@ -1,32 +0,0 @@
|
||||
<h1>6 Backwards swing in your basic</h1>
|
||||
<hr>
|
||||
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|
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||||
|
||||
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|
||||
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|
||||
<hr>
|
||||
<p>COURSE: Transition and Flow - Solo</p>
|
||||
<p>FOCUS: This lesson focuses on adding a backward swing to the basic step, emphasizing a subtle movement initiated from the spine to enhance flow and grounded posture.</p>
|
||||
<p>TIP & TRICKS: <ul>
|
||||
<li>Initiate the swing from the spine, not from the knees or head.</li>
|
||||
<li>Keep the chest open and maintain a relaxed, grounded posture.</li>
|
||||
<li>Add the backward swing as you collect the leg in during the step touch basic.</li>
|
||||
<li>Practice the movement sideways first to observe the motion clearly.</li>
|
||||
<li>Make the swing subtle and small, adjusting to personal comfort.</li>
|
||||
</ul></p>
|
||||
<p>REMEMBER: <ul>
|
||||
<li>The swing originates from the spine, not the top of the head or knees.</li>
|
||||
<li>Avoid popping the butt back by straightening the legs; focus on a soft, relaxed swing.</li>
|
||||
<li>Maintain a neutral hip position with the swing going back and neutral.</li>
|
||||
<li>Incorporate the swing into the basic step to improve transition and flow.</li>
|
||||
<li>Keep the movement comfortable and subtle, allowing for personal variation.</li>
|
||||
</ul></p>
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 6 Backwards swing in your basic
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
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|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on adding a backward swing to the basic step, emphasizing a subtle movement initiated from the spine to enhance flow and grounded posture.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Initiate the swing from the spine, not from the knees or head.
|
||||
- Keep the chest open and maintain a relaxed, grounded posture.
|
||||
- Add the backward swing as you collect the leg in during the step touch basic.
|
||||
- Practice the movement sideways first to observe the motion clearly.
|
||||
- Make the swing subtle and small, adjusting to personal comfort.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- The swing originates from the spine, not the top of the head or knees.
|
||||
- Avoid popping the butt back by straightening the legs; focus on a soft, relaxed swing.
|
||||
- Maintain a neutral hip position with the swing going back and neutral.
|
||||
- Incorporate the swing into the basic step to improve transition and flow.
|
||||
- Keep the movement comfortable and subtle, allowing for personal variation.
|
||||
@@ -1,31 +0,0 @@
|
||||
<h1>7 Backwards swing%3A Funky Butt</h1>
|
||||
<hr>
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
|
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||||
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|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
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|
||||
<hr>
|
||||
<p>COURSE: Transition and Flow - Solo</p>
|
||||
<p>FOCUS: This lesson focuses on the Funky Butt, an exaggerated version of the basic backwards swing, aiming to enhance movement flow and body feel.</p>
|
||||
<p>TIP & TRICKS: <ul>
|
||||
<li>Swing the butt back further than in the basic step.</li>
|
||||
<li>Keep the foot under the hip during the swing.</li>
|
||||
<li>Optionally open up slightly when swinging.</li>
|
||||
<li>Practice transitioning from basic step to Funky Butt.</li>
|
||||
<li>Maintain a nice pulse while practicing.</li>
|
||||
</ul></p>
|
||||
<p>REMEMBER: <ul>
|
||||
<li>The Funky Butt is an exaggeration of the basic backwards swing.</li>
|
||||
<li>Avoid swinging too far; keep the foot aligned under the hip.</li>
|
||||
<li>Personal preferences like opening up are optional additions.</li>
|
||||
<li>Practice slowly to improve body feel and movement quality.</li>
|
||||
</ul></p>
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 7 Backwards swing%3A Funky Butt
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
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|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on the Funky Butt, an exaggerated version of the basic backwards swing, aiming to enhance movement flow and body feel.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Swing the butt back further than in the basic step.
|
||||
- Keep the foot under the hip during the swing.
|
||||
- Optionally open up slightly when swinging.
|
||||
- Practice transitioning from basic step to Funky Butt.
|
||||
- Maintain a nice pulse while practicing.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- The Funky Butt is an exaggeration of the basic backwards swing.
|
||||
- Avoid swinging too far; keep the foot aligned under the hip.
|
||||
- Personal preferences like opening up are optional additions.
|
||||
- Practice slowly to improve body feel and movement quality.
|
||||
@@ -1,30 +0,0 @@
|
||||
<h1>8 Backwards swing%3A Choo Choo Shuffle</h1>
|
||||
<hr>
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
|
||||
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||||
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|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
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|
||||
<hr>
|
||||
<p>COURSE: Transition and Flow - Solo</p>
|
||||
<p>FOCUS: This lesson teaches the choo-choo shuffle, a dance move using a backward swing rhythm with hip motion, and how to transition into and out of it from a basic step.</p>
|
||||
<p>TIP & TRICKS: <ul>
|
||||
<li>Start the move by swinging the hips back first, then let the feet follow underneath.</li>
|
||||
<li>Imagine sitting on a swing to visualize the back-and-forth hip motion.</li>
|
||||
<li>You can begin the shuffle on either leg, stepping right-left or left-right as needed.</li>
|
||||
<li>To transition out, combine the hip swing forward with a slight sideways motion for a smooth return to the basic step.</li>
|
||||
</ul></p>
|
||||
<p>REMEMBER: <ul>
|
||||
<li>The hips are the main driver of the movement, leading the feet in the shuffle.</li>
|
||||
<li>Use the existing backswing from the basic step to seamlessly flow into the choo-choo shuffle.</li>
|
||||
<li>Practice on both sides to ensure evenness and comfort in the dance.</li>
|
||||
<li>Focus on maintaining a smooth, flowing motion in the hips throughout transitions.</li>
|
||||
</ul></p>
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 8 Backwards swing%3A Choo Choo Shuffle
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
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|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson teaches the choo-choo shuffle, a dance move using a backward swing rhythm with hip motion, and how to transition into and out of it from a basic step.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Start the move by swinging the hips back first, then let the feet follow underneath.
|
||||
- Imagine sitting on a swing to visualize the back-and-forth hip motion.
|
||||
- You can begin the shuffle on either leg, stepping right-left or left-right as needed.
|
||||
- To transition out, combine the hip swing forward with a slight sideways motion for a smooth return to the basic step.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- The hips are the main driver of the movement, leading the feet in the shuffle.
|
||||
- Use the existing backswing from the basic step to seamlessly flow into the choo-choo shuffle.
|
||||
- Practice on both sides to ensure evenness and comfort in the dance.
|
||||
- Focus on maintaining a smooth, flowing motion in the hips throughout transitions.
|
||||
@@ -1,29 +0,0 @@
|
||||
<h1>9 Improvising with backwards swing</h1>
|
||||
<hr>
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
|
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||||
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|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
</div>
|
||||
<hr>
|
||||
<p>COURSE: Transition and Flow - Solo</p>
|
||||
<p>FOCUS: This lesson focuses on practicing transitions between three moves: the basic with backswing, funky butt, and choo-choo, with the goal of executing them smoothly based on verbal cues.</p>
|
||||
<p>TIP & TRICKS: <ul>
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<li>Focus on smooth transitions between moves.</li>
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<li>Execute moves as called out by the instructor.</li>
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<li>Make transitions feel nice and smooth.</li>
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<li>Practice transitions similarly between all moves.</li>
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</ul></p>
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<p>REMEMBER: <ul>
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<li>Transitions between funky butt and choo-choo are the same as between basic and choo-choo.</li>
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<li>All moves transition in the same way.</li>
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<li>Emphasize smoothness in movement execution.</li>
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</ul></p>
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---
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title: 9 Improvising with backwards swing
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description:
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published: true
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date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
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tags: Blues
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editor: markdown
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dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
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---
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<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
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<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
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<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Essential-Skills/Transition-and-Flow-Solo/9_Improvising%20with%20backwards%20swing.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
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</div>
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</div>
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## FOCUS
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- This lesson focuses on practicing transitions between three moves: the basic with backswing, funky butt, and choo-choo, with the goal of executing them smoothly based on verbal cues.
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## TIP & TRICKS:
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- Focus on smooth transitions between moves.
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- Execute moves as called out by the instructor.
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- Make transitions feel nice and smooth.
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- Practice transitions similarly between all moves.
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##REMEMBER
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- Transitions between funky butt and choo-choo are the same as between basic and choo-choo.
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- All moves transition in the same way.
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- Emphasize smoothness in movement execution.
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