Lindy Hop 1 Recap: Week 2

This week we introduced you to some new techniques, including how to get out into open and how to stay connected with your partner once you are out there!

Here is a quick recap of the moves from week two's class:

The Swing Out to open and closed
This week we learnt the "basic" of Lindy Hop, the swing out. This move will be something you will work on for the rest of your dancing days, simply because it is something that can always be improved. With a little bit of practice you'll be swinging out smoothly in no time! Points to remember:

• Leads, on 5, point your toe in the direction you wish to send your partner and use your body to create the momentum to send her out in open.
• Follows, keep your feet under your hips and step where it feels naturally, thinking about travelling backwards until you reach the end point of your connection.
• Both leads and follows, remember we are aiming for a "2 or 3 level" of connection, and keep your arms nice and relaxed with a kink in your elbow.
• When going back into closed, the leads do not use their arms to pull their partner in, but step back and use their body. Follows, remember to keep right foot in front whilst triple-stepping.

The Walk Hard
This move aimed to help break up your footwork a little and give you a chance to relax and get a little groovy!

• Leads, be confident in your steps and use your arm as a bar to bring your partner with you.
• Follows, try and step as far as your partner so as not to get ahead.

See you next week for continual swing outs, turns, and other awesomeness!