West Coast Swing 2-Hand Tuck TurnThis pattern starts in open position in single or double hand hold and ends in open facing position.
Leader
Step |
Timing |
Movement
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Turn |
Notes |
1
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1
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LF hook behind RF
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1/4 to L
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Man looks to his left. Lead using body. L arm is extended. R arm contract to make R arm cross in front, leading lady to pass through slot.
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2
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2
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RF to side
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arm starts to open up
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3
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3
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LF touch
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4
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4
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LF forward
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another total 1/4 to L
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raise L arm to turn the lady, Man's R hand on lady's back to assist and then release hold.
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6-8
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5&6
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anchor triple step
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Man R hand 'throws' lady off and release.
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Follower
Step |
Timing |
Movement
|
Turn |
Notes |
1
|
1
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RF forward
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|
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2
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2
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LF forward
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feeling Man leading with his R arm.
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3
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3
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RF tuck, touch step
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slight turn to L to tuck
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turning L toward Man to wind up
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4
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4
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RF forward, away from Man
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starting turning R
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6-8
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5&6
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triple step turning 1/2 to R
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total 1/2 to R
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adjusting distance.
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