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Mirrored inside pivot turn

·2 mins

Note that there are no triple steps in this pattern.

Start in an [open] position. On 1 and 2 step backwards towards 6:00. On 3 turn 180 degrees such that you are facing 6:00 and the follower is facing 12:00. On 3 you will do this by bringing your left hand all the way towards 3:00 and immediately releasing your hand. You should be back-to-back and your shoulder blades could be touching each other but they do not necessarily have to. On 3 and 4 your weight should be on your left leg as you are leaning towards the left. On 5 and 6 you should lean towards the right and change your weight into your right leg. On 7 you should turn clockwise by stepping on your left leg so your body points at 10 o’clock. On 8 turn slightly clockwise by stepping on your right leg while offering your left hand such that you end in an [open] position.

Variations:

  • On 3 instead of releasing your left hand you may choose to keep it connected and continue the rest of the pattern while holding hands. This easier to follow.

  • This pattern can be done from a [parallel] position while holding both hands throughout the entire rotation.

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