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1.8 KiB
title, description, published, date, tags, editor, dateCreated
| title | description | published | date | tags | editor | dateCreated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 Rocks | true | 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z | Blues | markdown | 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z |
FOCUS
- This lesson teaches the 'rocks' hip movement, focusing on swinging hips side-to-side with split weight, and demonstrates how to incorporate it into partner dancing in various positions.
TIP & TRICKS:
- Stand with feet wider than hip-width apart, knees soft, and hips relaxed for a heavy feel.
- Swing hips from side to side while keeping weight in both legs, avoiding full weight transfer.
- Maintain a long distance between ribs and hips to accentuate the swing, not isolating or crunching.
- To enter rocks from a basic step or walk, make a clear weight shift into both legs with confidence.
- In partner dance, lead rocks by simply doing the movement, transitioning from weight on one side to split weight.
##REMEMBER
- Rocks originated with arm actions called 'milking the cow', but hands can be omitted for a cooler look.
- This move is one of the few where you use split weight instead of shifting weight to one side.
- Rocks can be added at the end of moves, such as turns, for a funky effect, especially in open position for more freedom.
- Practice rocks in closed position, close embrace, and open position to integrate them into various dance scenarios.
- The movement works the same way regardless of entry, emphasizing a relaxed body and smooth hip swing.