Continuous Hip Twists
Rumba Continuous Hip Twists
Rumba Continuous Hip Twists is a Gold Level figure. This online reference gives a detailed description of the different variation of the dance steps, including timing, and movement; a list of figures that may precede or follow the pattern; and videos providing instruction and demonstration of the figure, techniques and practice routines that include it.
Leader
2 3 4 1: As Advanced Hip Twist
Commence in Closed Position.
2: RF diag back with part weight | Body completes turn to L
At end of previous beat, extend L arm slightly fwd at normal level and retain tone in arms
3: Transfer weight to LF | Slight body turn to R
Retain tone
4 1: RF fwd in line with LF, towards Lady's R side | 1/4 to R. Body turns slightly more
Arms to normal position
Follower
2 3 4 1: As Advanced Hip Twist
Commence in Closed Position.
2: LF fwd and across | 3/8 to R
Turn at end of previous beat. turn is initiated from hips. Hips turn more than upper body.
Flexible turn.
3: RF fwd and across towards Man's R side | 3/8 to L
Turn at end of previous beat. turn is initiated from hips. Hips turn more than upper body.
Flexible turn.
4 1: LF fwd in line with RF, then turn to end side and slightly fwd | 1/8 to R, then a further 1/4 to R