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Samba — Figure Descriptions

Basic Movement - Natural, Reverse, Side, Alternative

NATURAL BASIC MOVEMENT
Start: RF fwd (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: LF in place (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
//Timing: SaS SaS //
NOTE - General: Steps 1-3 or 4-6 only may be used.
NOTE -Timing: If used as a link between Natural and Reverse Roll, alternative timing of SQQ may be used with no bounce action.

REVERSE BASIC MOVEMENT
Start: LF fwd (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: RF in place (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
//Timing: SaS SaS //
NOTE - General: Steps 1-3 or 4-6 only may be used.
NOTE -Timing: If used as a link between Natural and Reverse Roll, alternative timing of SQQ may be used

SIDE BASIC MOVEMENT TO L
Start: LF to side (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: LF in place (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
//Timing: SaS //

SIDE BASIC MOVEMENT TO R
Start: RF to side (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: RF in place (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
//Timing: SaS //


Overview

Basic movement commonly taught to beginners

Starting Position Closed Position
Starting Alignment As in previous figure
Turn No turn or up to ¼ right over steps 1 - 4
Lead/Hold Weight changes, retain tone in arms throughout
Footwork Ball flat throughout
Rhythm Basic Bounce
Ending Position Closed Position
Duration Four steps over 2 bars

Leader

Step Foot Position Count
1 RF forward 1
2 Close LF to RF with pressure without weight 2
3 LF back 1
4 Close RF to LF with pressure without weight 2

Follower

Step Foot Position Count
1 LF back 1
2 Close RF to LF with pressure without weight 2
3 RF forward 1
4 Close LF to RF with pressure without weight 2

Overview

Basic movement commonly used for Medal routines and social dancing

Starting Position Closed Position
Starting Alignment As for previous figure
Turn No turn or up to ¼ right over steps 1 - 6
Lead/Hold Weight changes, retain tone in arms throughout
Rhythm Alternative Bounce
Ending Position Closed Position
Duration Six steps over 2 bars

Leader

Step Foot Position Footwork Count
1 RF forward BF 1
2 Close LF to RF B of LF, R heel slightly raised a
3 Replace weight to RF BF, L heel lowers 2
4 LF back BF 1
5 Close LF to RF B of RF, L heel slightly raised a
6 Replace weight to RF BF, R heel lowers 2

Follower

Step Foot Position Footwork Count
1 LF back BF 1
2 Close RF to LF Replace weight to LF B of RF, L heel slightly raised BF, R heel lowers a 2
3 RF forward BF or HF 1
4 Close LF to RF B of LF, R heel slightly raised a
6 Replace weight to RF BF, L heel lowers 2

Overview

Basic movement commenced on the opposite foot to Natural Basic

Starting Position Closed Position
Starting Alignment As for previous figure
Turn No turn or up to ¼ right over steps 1 - 4
Lead/Hold Weight changes, retain tone in arms throughout
Footwork Ball flat throughout
Rhythm Basic Bounce
Ending Position Closed Position
Duration Four steps over 2 bars

Leader

Step Foot Position Count
1 LF forward 1
2 Close RF to LF with pressure without weight 2
3 RF back 1
4 Close LF to RF with pressure without weight 2

Follower

Step Foot Position Count
1 RF back 1
2 Close LF to RF with pressure without weight 2
3 LF forward 3
4 Close RF to LF with pressure without weight 4

Overview

Basic movement commenced on the opposite foot to Natural Basic

Starting Position Closed Position
Starting Alignment As for previous figure
Turn No turn or up to ¼ right over steps 1 - 6
Lead/Hold Weight changes, retain tone in arms throughout
Rhythm Alternative Bounce
Ending Position Closed Position
Duration Six steps over 2 bars

Leader

Step Foot Position Footwork Count
1 LF forward BF 1
2 Close RF to LF B RF, L heel slightly raised a
3 Replace weight to LF BF, R heel lowers 2
4 RF back BF 1
5 Close LF to RF B LF, R heel slightly raised a
6 Replace weight to RF BF 2

Follower

Step Foot Position Footwork Count
1 RF back BF 1
2 Close LF to RF B LF, R heel slightly raised a
3 Replace weight to RF BF, L heel lowers 2
4 LF forward BF 1
5 Close RF to LF B RF, L heel slightly raised a
6 Replace weight to LF BF, R heel lowers 2

Whisks to Left, to Right

SAMBA WHISK TO LEFT
Start: LF to side (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: LF in place (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
//Timing: SaS //

SAMBA WHISK TO RIGHT
Start: RF to side (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: RF in place (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
//Timing: SaS //
NOTE - Couple Position: May end in PP


Overview

Starting Position Closed Position. Figure may be danced to left or right
Starting Alignment Man facing Wall
Lady backing Wall
Turn No turn
Lead/Hold Weight changes, increased D285tone in arms throughout
Rhythm Alternative Bounce
Ending Position Closed Position
Duration Three steps over 1 bar

Whisk Left

Leader

Step Foot Position Footwork Count
1 LF side BF 1
2 RF behind LF R toe, L heel slightly raised a
3 Replace weight to LF BF after weight applied to RF 2

Follower

Step Foot Position Footwork Count
1 RF side BF 1
2 LF behind RF L toe, R heel slightly raised a
3 Replace weight to RF BF after weight applied to LF 2

Samba Walks - Promenade, Side, Stationary

PROMENADE SAMBA WALKS
Start: LF fwd (R Side Same; Promenade Hold)
Finish: LF slipped bwd (R Side Same; Promenade Hold)
//Timing: SaS SaS //
NOTE - General: Steps 1-3 or 4-6 only may be used.

SIDE SAMBA WALK
Start: RF fwd (R Side Same; Promenade Hold)
Finish: RF slipped leftwards (R Side Same; Promenade Hold)
//Timing: SaS //
NOTE - General: Man can start with LF and dance the Lady’s steps and the Lady starts with RF and dances the Man’s steps when starting from L Side Same Pos.
NOTE - Quantity of Turn and Couple Position: ¼ to R (Lady L) can be made to finish in Open Opposing Position or 1/8 to R (Lady L) to end in Open Promenade position. The hold will change according to the next figure

STATIONARY SAMBA WALKS
Start: Instep of LF to T of RF (Open Opp.; LH to RH and RH to LH Hold)
Finish: RF slipped slightly bwd (Open Opp.; LH to RH and RH to LH Hold, LH to RH Hold)
//Timing: SaS SaS //
NOTE - General: Steps 1-3 or 4-6 only may be used. When dancing a Stationary Samba Walk Man may lead Lady to turn (Spot Volta making a complete turn) under raised arm.
NOTE - Hold: Normal Hold can be used through this figure.


Overview

Starting Position Promenade Position
Starting Alignment Facing LOD, feet pointing to LOD
Turn No turn
Lead/Hold Weight changes, increased tone in arms throughout
Rhythm Slight Alternative Bounce
Ending Position Promenade Position
Duration Six steps over 2 bars

Leader

Step Foot Position Footwork Count
1 LF forward BF 1
2 RF back small step, part weight B toe turned out a
3 Draw LF slightly towards RF F pressure on ball 2
4 RF forward BF 1
5 LF back, small step, part weight B toe turned out a
6 Draw RF slightly towards LF F pressure on ball 2

Follower

Step Foot Position Footwork Count
1 RF forward BF 1
2 LF back, small step, part weight B toe turned out a
3 Draw RF slightly towards LF F pressure on ball 2
4 LF forward BF 1
5 RF back small step, part weight B toe turned out a
6 Draw LF slightly towards RF F pressure on ball 2

Overview

Starting Position Promenade Position
Alignment Throughout Feet pointing to Line of Dance
Turn No turn
Rhythm Slight Alternative Bounce
Ending Position Promenade Position
Duration Three steps over 1 bar

Leader

Step Foot Position Lead/Hold Footwork Count
1 RF forward Weight change then slightly retract arms BF 1
2 LF side, part weight Increase tone in arms, slightly extend R arm to I/E toe with pressure a
3 Draw RF slightly towards LF R side over steps 2 - 3 F pressure on ball 2

Follower

Step Foot Position Footwork Count
1 LF forward BF 1
2 RF side, part weight I/E toe with pressure a
3 Draw LF slightly towards RF F pressure on ball 2

Overview

Starting Position Closed Position
Alignment Throughout Man facing Wall
Lady facing Centre
Turn No turn
Rhythm Slight Alternative Bounce
Ending Position Closed Position
Duration Six steps over 2 bars

Leader

Step Foot Position Lead/Hold Footwork Count
1 Close LF to RF Slightly retract arms BF 1
2 RF back, part weight Increase tone and slightly B a
3 Draw LF slightly towards RF extend arms over steps 2 - 3 F pressure on ball 2
4 Close RF to LF slightly forward Slightly retract arms BF 1
5 LF back, part weight Increase tone and slightly B a
6 Draw RF slightly towards LF extend arms over steps 5 - 6 F pressure on ball 2

Follower

Step Foot Position Footwork Count
1 Close RF to LF BF 1
2 LF back, part weight B a
3 Draw RF slightly towards LF F pressure on ball 2
4 Close LF to RF slightly forward BF 1
5 RF back, part weight B a
6 Draw LF slightly towards RF F pressure on ball 2

BotaFogos –Travelling Forward, Back, Criss Cross (Shadow), Promenade Position to Counter Promenade Position, Contra

TRAVELLING BOTAFOGO FORWARD
Start: LF fwd (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: LF in place (R Diag Opp.; Normal Hold)
//Timing: SaS SaS SaS //
NOTE - General: Steps 1-3, 4-6 or 4-9 only may be used.

TRAVELLING BOTAFOGO BACKWARD TO PP
Start: RF bwd (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: LF in place (R Side Same; Promenade Hold)
//Timing: SaS SaS SaS SaS //
NOTE - General: Steps 1-3 or 1-6 only may be used.

CRISS CROSS BOTAFOGOS (SHADOW BOTAFOGOS)
Start: LF fwd (Ex. Open Prom; LH to RH Hold)
Finish: RF in place (Ex Open Prom; LH to RH Hold)
//Timing: SaS SaS //
NOTE - General: Steps 1-3 or 4-6 only may be used.

PROMENADE TO COUNTER PROMENADE BOTAFOGOS
Start: LF fwd (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: LF in place (R Side Same; Promenade Hold)
//Timing: SaS SaS SaS //
NOTE - General: Steps 1-3, 1-6, 4-6 or 4-9 only may be used.
NOTE - Quantity of turn: It is possible to dance steps 1-3 only, and in this case the Quantity o of turn will be ¼ to L for Man and ¼ to R for Lady.

SAME FOOT BOTAFOGOS (CONTRA BOTAFOGOS)
Start: RF fwd OP on R side (R Diag Opp.; LH to RH and RH to LH Hold)
Finish: LF in place (R Diag Opp.; LH to RH and RH to LH Hold)
//Timing: SaS SaS //
NOTE - General: Steps 1-3 or 4-6 only may be used.
NOTE - Hold: Normal Hold or RH to RH (LH to LH) Hold may be used.


Overview

Starting Position Closed Position
Starting Alignment Man facing Diagonal Centre
Lady backing Diagonal Centre
Turn Man and Lady turn ¼ right; ¼ left
Lead/Hold Weight changes, increased tone in arms on steps 2 and 5
Rhythm Alternative Bounce
Ending Position Closed Position
Duration Six steps over 2 bars

Travelling Bota Fogo Forward

Leader

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Footwork Count
1 RF forward OP Facing DC BF 1
2 LF side part weight Facing LOD, toe points DC Begin ¼ R I/E toe with p a
3 Replace weight to RF Facing DW End ¼ R BF 2
4 LF forward OP on L side BF 1
5 RF side part weight Facing LOD, toe points DC Begin ¼ L I/E toe with p a
6 Replace weight to LF Facing DC End ¼ L BF 2

Follower

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Footwork Count
1 LF back in CBP Backing DC BF 1
2 RF side part weight Backing DW Begin ¼ R I/E toe with p a
3 Replace weight to LF Backing DW End ¼ R BF 2
4 RF back in CBP BF 1
5 LF side part weight Backing DC (foot only) Begin ¼ L I/E toe with p a
6 Replace weight to RF Backing DC End ¼ L BF 2

Overview

Travelling Bota Fogo Back

Leader

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Footwork Count
1 LF back in CBP Backing DC BF 1
2 RF side part weight Backing LOD foot backing DW Begin ¼ R I/E toe with p a
3 Replace weight to LF Backing DW End ¼ R BF 2
4 RF back in CBP BF 1
5 LF side part weight Backing C foot pointing DW Begin ¼ L I/E toe with p a
6 Replace weight to RF Backing DC against LOD End ¼ L BF 2

Follower

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Footwork Count
1 RF forward CBP OP Facing DC BF 1
2 LF side part weight Facing LOD toe pointing DC Begin ¼ R I/E toe with p a
3 Replace weight to RF Facing DW End ¼ R BF 2
4 LF forward CBP OP on L side Facing LOD ⅛ L BF 1
5 RF side part weight Facing DC against LOD Begin ⅜ L I/E toe with p a
6 Replace weight to LF Facing against LOD End ⅜ L BF 2

Overview

Bota Fogo to PP and CPP

Starting Position Closed Position.
Starting Alignment Man facing Wall
Lady backing Wall
Turn Man turns ⅛ left, ¼ right, ¼ left
Lady turns ⅛ right, ¼ left, ¼ right
Rhythm Alternative Bounce
Duration Nine steps over 3 bars
Ending Position Promenade Position

Leader

Step Foot Position Alignment Lead/Hold Turn Footwork Count
1 LF forward Facing W Weight change BF 1
2 RF side part weight Facing W pointing DW against LOD Retain tone in arms Begin ⅛ L I/E toe with p pressure a
3 Replace weight to LF in PP Facing DW Turn Lady to PP with R hand pressure End ⅛ L BF 2
4 RF forward and across in PP and CBP Facing DW along LOD Weight change BF 1
5 LF side part weight Facing W pointing DW Turn Lady L with R hand pressure Begin ¼ R I/E toe with p pressure a
6 Replace weight to RF in CPP Facing DW against LOD Continue to turn Lady to CPP End ¼ R BF 2
7 LF forward and across in CPP and CBP Facing DW against LOD against LOD Weight change BF 1
8 RF side part weight Facing W pointing DW against LOD Turn Lady R with R hand pressure Begin ⅜ L I/E toe with p pressure a
9 Replace weight to LF in PP Facing LOD Continue to turn Lady to PP End ⅜ L BF 2

Follower

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Footwork Count
1 RF back Backing W BF 1
2 LF side part weight Facing C pointing DC Begin ⅛ R B a
3 Replace weight to RF in PP Facing DC End ⅛ R BF 2
4 LF forward and across in PP and CBP Facing DC along LOD BF 1
5 RF side part weight Facing C pointing DC Begin ¼ L B a
6 Replace weight to LF in CPP Facing DC against LOD End ¼ L BF 2
7 RF forward and across in CPP and CBP Facing DC against LOD against LOD BF 1
8 LF side part weight Facing C pointing DC against LOD Begin ⅜ R B a
9 Replace weight to RF in PP Facing LOD End ⅜ R BF 2

Precedes and Follows listed on previous page

Overview

Starting Position Open Promenade Position
Starting Alignment Man facing Diagonal Wall
Lady facing Diagonal Wall
Turn Man turns ¼ left, ¼ right
Lady turns ¼ right, ¼ left
Rhythm Alternative Bounce
Duration Nine steps over 3 bars
Ending Position Closed Position

Leader

Step Foot Position Alignment Lead/Hold Turn Footwork Count
1 LF forward in CBP Facing DW Raise L arm move L move slightly L Begin ¼ L BF 1
2 RF side part weight I/E toe with p a
3 Replace weight to LF in Open CPP Facing DC End ¼ L BF 2
4 RF forward in CBP Move L arm R Begin ¼ R BF 1
5 LF side part weight I/E toe with p a
6 Replace weight to RF in Open PP Facing DW End ¼ R BF 2
7 - 9 Samba Walk in place LF RF LF Raise L arm and lead L to turn R under L arm As for Samba Walk 1 a 2

Follower

Step Foot Position Alignment Lead/Hold Turn Footwork Count
1 RF forward in CBP Facing DC Pass in front of Man under raised arm Begin ¼ R BF 1
2 LF side part weight I/E toe with p a
3 Replace weight to RF in Open CPP Facing DW End ¼ R BF 2
4 LF forward in CBP Pass in front of Man under raised arm Begin ¼ L BF 1
5 RF side part weight I/E toe with p a
6 Replace weight to LF in Open PP Facing DC End ¼ L BF 2
7 - 9 Volta Spot Turn steps 1 - 3 LRL Backing DW ¾ R 1 a 2

Overview

Starting Position Right Contra Position
Starting Alignment Man facing Diagonal Wall
Lady facing Diagonal Centre against Line of Dance
Turn Man turns ¼ left, ¼ right
Lady turns ¼ right, ¼ left
Rhythm Alternative Bounce
Ending Position Right Contra Position
Duration Six steps over 2 bars

Leader

Step Foot Position Alignment Lead/Hold Turn Footwork Count
1 RF forward to Lady's R side Facing DW Slight pressure with R hand to lead Lady forward Begin ¼ R BF 1
2 LF back and slightly side Turning Slightly extend hold over 2 - 3 IE of toe with p a
3 Move RF slightly towards LF Facing DW against LOD End ¼ R BF 2
4 LF forward to Lady's L side Slight pressure with R hand to lead Lady forward returning arms to normal position Begin ¼ L BF 1
5 RF back and slightly side Turning Slightly extend hold over 5 - 6 IE of toe with p a
6 Move LF slightly towards RF Facing DW End ¼ L BF 2

Follower

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Footwork Count
1 RF forwards towards Man's R side Facing DC against LOD Begin ¼ R BF 1
2 LF back and slightly side Turning IE of toe with p a
3 Move RF slightly towards LF Facing DC End ¼ R BF 2
4 LF forwards to Man's L side Begin ¼ L BF 1
5 RF back and slightly side Turning IE of toe with p 2
6 Move LF slightly towards RF Facing DC against LOD End ¼ L BF 2

Volta Movements - Travelling Volta’s to Right, Left, Solo Spot, Criss Cross, Shadow Travelling, Maypole, Shadow Circular, Roundabout to R, to L.

TRAVELLING VOLTA TO RIGHT
Start: LF crossed in front of RF (Open Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: LF crossed in front of RF (Open Opp.; Normal Hold)
//Timing: SaS //
NOTE - General: Steps 2-3 can be repeated. It may start from step 2. The last 2 steps of the Travelling Volta may be danced as the last 2 steps of a Botafogo (Botafogo Ending) when followed by Travelling Volta to L.
NOTE - Hold: LH to RH Hold may be used.

TRAVELLING VOLTA TO LEFT
Start: RF crossed in front of LF (Open Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: RF crossed in front of LF (Open Opp.; Normal Hold)
//Timing: SaS //
NOTE - General: Steps 2-3 can be repeated. It may start from step 2. The last 2 steps of the Travelling Volta may be danced as the last 2 steps of a Botafogo (Botafogo ending) when followed by Travelling Volta to R.
NOTE - Hold: LH to RH Hold may be used.

SOLO SPOT VOLTA TURNING LEFT
Start:
Finish:
//Timing: //

SOLO SPOT VOLTA TURNING RIGTH
Start:
Finish:
//Timing: //

CRISS CROSS VOLTAS TO RIGHT
Start: LF crossed in front of RF (Ex Open Prom; LH to RH Hold)
Finish: Weight on L foot (Open Opp.; LH to RH Hold)
//Timing: SaSaSaS //
NOTE - General: The last 2 steps of the Criss Cross Volta may be danced as the last 2 steps of a Botafogo (Botafogo ending) when followed by Travelling Volta to L.
NOTE - Quantity of turn/Couple position: It can be turned only ¼ to L (Man) and ¼ to R (Lady) to end in Extended Open CPP.
NOTE - Couple Position: It may end in Close Opp. Position- Normal Hold

CRISS CROSS VOLTAS TO LEFT
Start: RF crossed in front of LF (Ex Open Cnt Prom; LH to RH Hold)
Finish: RF crossed in front of LF (Open Opp.; LH to RH Hold)
//Timing: SaSaSaS //
NOTE - General: The last 2 steps of the Criss Cross Volta may be danced as the last 2 steps of a Botafogo (Botafogo ending) when followed by Travelling Volta to R.
NOTE - Quantity of turn/Couple position: It can be turned only ¼ to R (Man) and ¼ to L (Lady) to end in Extended Open CPP.
NOTE - Couple Position: It may end in Close Opp. Position - Normal Hold

MAYPOLE - LADY TURNING RIGHT (CONTINUOUS VOLTA SPOT
Start: LF crossed in front of RF (Ex Open Prom; LH to RH Hold)
Finish: LF crossed in front of RF (Open Opp.; LH to RH Hold)
//Timing: SaSaSaS //
NOTE - General: The last 2 steps of the Maypole Lady Turning R may be danced as the last 2 steps of a Botafogo (Botafogo Ending) when followed by Travelling Volta to L or Maypole - Lady turning L
NOTE - Couple position: May end in Close Opp. position

MAYPOLE - LADY TURNING LEFT (CONTIUOUS VOLTA SPOT
Start: RF crossed in front of LF (Ex Open Prom; LH to RH Hold)
Finish: Weight on R foot (Open Opp.; LH to RH Hold)
//Timing: SaSaSaS //
NOTE - General: The last 2 steps of the Maypole Lady Turning L may be danced as the last 2 steps of a Botafogo (Botafogo Ending) when followed by Travelling Volta to R or Maypole- Lady turning R
NOTE - Couple position: May finish in R Side Same Pos with Both Hand Hold. May end in Close Opp. position

CIRCULAR
Start: RF crossed in front of LF (R Diag Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: RF in place (L Diag Opp.; Normal Hold)
//Timing: SaSaSaS //
NOTE - General: During steps 1-5 Sway to L (Lady R) may be used. The Man may dance a Circular Volta Turning R and the Lady a Circular volta Turning L starting in Close Opp.Position making 1 full turn, in that case the figure is called SOLO CIRCULAR VOLTAS TURNING RIGHT (3.4.36)

CIRCULAR VOLTAS TURNING LEFT (ROUNDABOUT TO LEFT)
Start: LF crossed in front of RF (L Diag Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: LF in place (R Diag Opp.; Normal Hold)
//Timing: SaSaSaS //
NOTE - General: During steps 1-5 Sway to R (Lady L) may be used. The Man may dance a Circular Volta Turning L and the Lady a Circular Volta Turning R starting in Close Opp.Position, making 1 full turn, in that case the figure is called SOLO CIRCULAR VOLTAS TURNING L (3.4.37)

SOLO CIRCULAR VOLTAS TURNING R
Start:
Finish:
//Timing: //

SOLO CIRCULAR VOLTAS TURNING L
Start:
Finish:
//Timing: //


Overview

There are three types of Volta Movements - Travelling Volta, Circular Volta and Spot Volta.
The alignment, amount of turn and lead depend on the specific amalgamation of steps
that include Voltas. The following charts represent the foot position and footwork for any
Volta Movement.

Volta Right Foot

Step Foot Position Footwork Count
1 RF in front of LF heel to toe, toe turned out BF 1
2 LF side and slightly back, toe turned out IE toe with pressure a
3 LF part weight, draw RF in front of LF, R toe turned out BF 2
4 - 7 Repeat steps 2 and 3 twice a 1 a 2

Volta Left Foot

Step Foot Position Footwork Count
1 LF in front of RF heel to toe, toe turned out BF 1
2 RF side and slightly back, toe turned out IE toe with pressure a
3 RF part weight, draw LF in front of RF, L toe turned out BF 2
4 - 7 Repeat steps 2 and 3 twice a 1 a 2

Travelling Volta Left Starting Position Closed Position Starting Foot Position Man commences on right foot Lady commences on left foot Starting Alignment Man facing Wall, along Line of Dance Lady backing Wall, along Line of Dance Lead/Hold Normal or left to right hand hold Turn None or curving up to ⅜ left or right over 2 bars

Overview

Volta (continued)

Circular Volta Starting Foot Position Man and Lady start on the same foot - right to turn in a clockwise direction and left to turn in a counter-clockwise direction. The front foot travels around the circumference of a small circle Turn One complete turn left or right over 2 bars Duration Seven steps over 2 bars

Solo Spot Volta Left Starting Position Closed Position Starting Alignment Man facing Wall Lady facing Centre Turn Man turns 1 turn left Lady turns 1 turn right Rhythm Alternative Bounce Duration Three steps over 1 bar Note A slight inclination of the body right may occur when Volta commenced with RF or body left when commenced with LF

Leader

Step Foot Position Alignment Lead/Hold Turn Footwork Count
1 LF in front of RF Facing C Turn Lady L with L hand, release hold ½ L BF 1
2 RF side and slightly back without weight Turning Begin ½ L I/E toe with p a
3 Part weight to RF swivel on ball of LF in place. End LF in front of RF Facing W Regain hold at end of turn End ½ L BF, heel lowers at endof turn 2

Follower

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Footwork Count
1 RF in front of LF Facing W ½ R BF 1
2 LF side and slightly back without weight Turning Begin ½ R I/E toe with p a
3 Take part weight to LF and swivel on ball of RF in place. End RF in front of LF Facing C End ½ R BF, heel lowers at end of turn 2

Overview

Starting Position Open Position
Starting Alignment Man facing Diagonal Wall
Lady backing Diagonal Wall
Starting Hold Left to right hand hold
Turn Man turns ¼ left, ⅜ right
Lady turns ¼ right, ⅜ left
Rhythm Alternative Bounce
Footwork As for Volta
Duration Fourteen steps over 4 bars
Ending Position Closed Position

Leader

Step Foot Position Alignment Lead/Hold Turn Count
1 - 7 Travelling Volta R curving L behind Lady's back to end in Open CPP LR LR LR L Facing DW to end facing DC Raise L arm, moving it L gradually, leading Lady to pass in front and to L side Lower arm slightly over steps 4 - 7 ¼ L over steps 1 - 7 1 a 2 a 1 a 2
8 - 14 Travelling Volta L curving R behind Lady's back to end in CP RL RL RL R Facing DC to end facing DW Raise L arm, moving it R gradually, leading Lady to pass in front and to R side Lower arm slightly over steps 12 - 14 ⅜ R over steps 8 - 14 1 a 2 a 1 a 2

Follower

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Count
1 - 7 Travelling Volta L curving R passing in front of Man to end in Open CPP RL RL RL R Begin facing DC End facing DW ¼ R over steps 1 - 7 1 a 2 a 1 a 2
8 -14 Travelling Volta R curving L passing in front of Man to end in CP LR LR LR L Begin facing DW End facing DC ⅜ L over steps 8 - 14 1 a 2 a 1 a 2

Overview

Circular Volta Left

Starting Position Contra Counter Promenade Position
Turn Man and Lady turn 1¼ left
Rhythm Alternative Bounce
Ending Position Contra Promenade Position
Duration Seven steps over 2 bars

Leader and Follower

Step Foot Position Turn Footwork Count
1 Cross LF in front of RF Begin 1¼ L BF 1
2 RF side and slightly back, toe turned out T a
3 Cross LF in front of RF BF 2
4 RF side and slightly back, toe turned out T a
5 Cross LF in front of RF BF 1
6 RF side and slightly forward toe turned out I/E toe a
7 Replace weight to LF End 1¼ L BF 2

Overview

Starting Position Open Promenade Position or Open Counter Promenade Position
Lead/Hold Left to right hand hold
Rhythm Alternative Bounce
Ending Position With Whisk into Closed Position regaining normal hold
Duration Variable number of bars
Count Two bars 1 a 2 a 3 a 4
Three bars 1 a 2 a 3 a 4 a 5 a 6
Four bars 1 a 2 a 3 a 4 a 5 a 6 a 7 a 8

Maypole - Man Turning Left Man dances a Circular Volta commencing with LF and turning left, circling around Lady Lady dances a Spot Volta turning right under raised arms

Rocks - Closed, Open, Back

CLOSE ROCKS
Start: RF fwd (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: LF crossed behind RF (L Diag Opp.; Normal Hold)
//Timing: SQQ SQQ //
NOTE - General: Steps 1-3 or 4-6 only may be used.

OPEN ROCKS
Start: RF Fwd (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: RFcrossed behind LF (R Diag R Angle; Release LH Hold)
//Timing: SQQ SQQ SQQ //
NOTE - General: Steps 1-3, 4-6 or 1-6 only may be used.

BACKWARD ROCKS
Start: RF bwd (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: LF in Place (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
//Timing: SQQ SQQ //
NOTE - General: Steps 1-3 or 4-6 only may be used.


Overview

Starting Position Closed Position
Starting Alignment Man facing Line of Dance
Lady backing Line of Dance
Turn Man no turn
Lady turns ⅛ right, ¼ left
Lead/Hold Man weight changes throughout with increased tone in arms
Lady upper body remains square to Man throughout
Rhythm No bounce
Duration Six steps over 2 bars
Ending Position Closed Position

Leader

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Footwork Count
1 RF forward Facing LOD No turn BF 1
2 LF forward BF 2
3 Replace weight to RF BF and
4 LF forward BF 1
5 RF forward BF 2
6 Replace weight to LF BF and

Follower

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Footwork Count
1 LF back Backing LOD BF 1
2 RF back, small step toe turned out Down LOD, RF backing DW ⅛ R on RF B 2
3 Replace weight to LF Facing against LOD BF and
4 RF back Backing LOD ⅛ L on RF BF 1
5 LF back, small step toe turned out Down LOD, LF backing DC ⅛ L on LF B 2
6 Replace weight to RF Backing LOD B and

Overview

Starting Position Closed Position
Starting Alignment Man facing Line of Dance
Lady backing Line of Dance
Turn Man no turn
Lady turns ¼ right, ⅜ left. More turn may be made
Rhythm No bounce
Duration Six steps over 2 bars. Steps 1 - 3 or steps 1 - 6 may be repeated
Ending Position Closed Position

Leader

Step Foot Position Lead/Hold Footwork Count
1 RF forward Increase tone in arms and apply pressure through L hand to turn Lady R then release hold with L hand BF 1
2 LF forward Support Lady with R arm BF 2
3 Replace weight to RF Apply slight pressure through R hand to begin to turn Lady L B and
4 LF forward Turn Lady L with R hand and place L hand on her back, then release hold with R hand BF 1
5 RF forward Support Lady with L arm BF 2
6 Replace weight to LF Apply slight pressure with L hand to begin to turn Lady R B and

Follower

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Footwork Count
Between preceding step and 1 Begin ⅛ R
1 LF back Backing DW End ⅛ R BF 1
2 RF back small step toe turned out Backing W ⅛ R on RF BF 2
3 Replace weight to LF Facing DC against LOD Begin ¼ L B and
4 RF back, slightly side Backing DC End ¼ L BF 1
5 LF back small step toe turned out Backing C ⅛ L on LF BF 2
6 Replace weight to RF Facing DW against LOD If repeated begin ¼ R B and

Overview

Starting Position Closed Position
Starting Alignment Man backing Diagonal Wall
Lady facing Diagonal Wall
Turn Man and Lady turn ¼ left, ¼ right
Rhythm Polka Bounce, slight pelvic action
Lead/Hold Weight changes throughout
Footwork Ball flat throughout
Duration Six steps over 2 bars. Steps 1 - 3 or steps 1 - 6 may be repeated
Ending Position Closed Position

Leader

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Count
1 RF back Backing LOD Begin ¼ L 1
2 Rock LF forward and slightly L Facing DW against LOD End ¼ L 2
3 Rock back on RF Backing DC and
4 LF back Backing LOD Begin ¼ R 1
5 Rock RF forward and slightly R Facing DC against LOD End ¼ R 2
6 Rock back onto LF Backing DW and

Follower

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Count
1 LF forward Facing LOD Begin ¼ L 1
2 Rock RF back and slightly R Backing DW against LOD End ¼ L 2
3 Rock forward onto LF Facing DC and
4 RF forward Facing LOD Begin ¼ R 1
5 Rock LF back and slightly L Backing DC against LOD End ¼ R 2
6 Rock forward onto RF Facing DW and

Progressive Basic Movement

Start: RF fwd (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: LF in place (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
//Timing: SaS SaS //
NOTE - General: Steps 1-3 or 4-6 only may be used.


Overview

Basic movement variation
Starting Position Closed Position.
Alignment Throughout Man facing Diagonal Wall
Lady backing Diagonal Wall
Turn No turn
Lead/Hold Weight changes, retain tone in arms throughout
Footwork Ball flat throughout or Man step 1 heel flat
Rhythm Slight Basic Bounce
Ending Position Closed Position
Duration Four steps over 2 bars

Leader

Step Foot Position Count
1 RF forward 1
2 Close LF to RF with pressure without weight 2
3 LF side 1
5 Close RF to LF with pressure without weight 2

Follower

Step Foot Position Count
1 LF back 1
2 Close RF to LF with pressure without weight 2
4 RF side 1
5 Close LF to RF with pressure without weight 2

Reverse Turn

Start: RF fwd (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: RF closed to LF (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
//Timing: SaS SaS //
NOTE - General: Steps 1-3 or 4-6 may be used.
NOTE - Timing: Alternative timing SQQ SQQ may be used.
NOTE - Hip Design: The Lady may straighten her knees with pelvis tilted bwd at the end of step 3.


Overview

Starting Position Closed Position
Starting Alignment Man facing Line of Dance
Lady backing Line of Dance
Turn Man and Lady turn ⅞ left
Lead/Hold Weight changes, retain tone in arms throughout
Rhythm Alternative Bounce
Note There is a slight inclination of the body on steps 2 and 3, Man left, Lady right;
and on steps 5 and 6, Man right, Lady left
Duration Six steps over 2 bars
Ending Position Closed Position

Leader

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Footwork Count
1 LF forward Facing DC Begin ⅜ L BF or HF 1
2 RF side and slightly back Backing W IE toe with p a
3 Cross LF in front of RF toe turned out Backing DW End ⅜ L BF 2
4 RF back and slightly R Backing DC Begin ½ L BF 1
5 Close L heel to R heel no weight Pointing DW B with p a
6 Close RF to LF Facing DW End ½ L BF 2

Follower

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Footwork Count
1 RF back Backing DC Begin ⅜ L BF 1
2 L heel close to R heel no weight Pointing DW B with p a
3 Close RF to LF Facing DW End ⅜ L BF 2
4 LF forward Facing LOD Begin ½ L BF or HF 1
5 RF side and slightly back Backing W IE toe with p a
6 Cross LF in front of RF toe turned out Backing DW End ½ L BF 2

Natural Roll

Start: RF diag fwd (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: LF closes to RF (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
//Timing: SQQ SQQ //
NOTE - General: Steps 1-3 or 4-6 only may be used.
NOTE - Quantity of turn: Less turn can be made on steps 1-3 and 4-6.
NOTE - Couple Position: Bodies are in contact.


Overview

Starting Position Contact Position
Starting Alignment According to the previous figure and amount of turn used
Lead/Hold Weight changes throughout
Turn Up to one complete turn right
Rhythm No Bounce
Duration Six steps over 2 bars
Ending Position Closed Position

Leader

Step Foot Position Turn Footwork Count
1 RF forward, leaning slightly back Begin 1 turn R HF 1
2 LF side leaning slightly R BF 2
3 Close RF to LF preparing to lean forward BF and
4 LF back leaning slightly forward BF 1
5 RF side, leaning slightly L BF 2
6 Close LF to RF preparing to lean back End 1 turn R BF and

Follower

Step Foot Position Turn Footwork Count
1 LF back leaning slightly forward Begin 1 turn R BF 1
2 RF side leaning slightly L BF 2
3 Close LF to RF preparing to lean back BF and
4 RF forward leaning slightly back HF 1
5 LF side, leaning slightly R BF 2
6 Close RF to LF preparing to lean forward End 1 turn R BF and

Corta Jaca

Start: RF fwd (Open Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: RF slipped rightwards (Open Opp.; Normal Hold)
//Timing: SQQ QQQQ //
NOTE - General: After step 7, Man may dance Lady’s steps 1-7 (Lady dances Man’s steps 1-7).
NOTE - Lead-Hold-Shaping: LH for Man and RH for Lady may be lowered


Overview

Starting Position Closed Position
Starting Alignment Man facing Wall throughout
Lady backing Wall throughout
Turn No turn
Lead/Hold Man Strong step forward with arms slightly braced
Rhythm No Bounce
Note On steps 2 - 7 the left leg for Man and right leg for Lady remain slightly flexed while
the opposite leg swings freely from the hip, the movement felt mainly in the knees.
Ending Position Closed Position.
Duration Seven steps over 2 bars. Steps 4 - 7 may be repeated

Leader

Step Foot Position Footwork Count
1 RF forward HF 1
2 LF forward and slightly side H 2
3 RF slides leftwards F with pressure on ball and
4 LF back and slightly side B 1
5 RF slides leftwards F with pressure on ball and
6 LF forward and slightly side H 2
7 RF slides leftwards F with pressure on ball and

Follower

Step Foot Position Footwork Count
1 LF back BF 1
2 RF back and slightly side B 2
3 LF slides rightways F with pressure on ball and
4 RF forward and slightly side H 1
5 LF slides rightways F with pressure on ball and
6 RF back and slightly side B 2
7 LF slides rightways F with pressure on ball and

Foot Changes

FOOT CHANGE METHOD 1 - LF FORWARD
Start: LF fwd (preceding figure)
Finish: RF closed to LF
//Timing: SS //
NOTE - General: Lady dances Volta Spot Turn to R or L, Botafogo on RF, Botafogo on LF or Three Step Turn to R or L.
NOTE - Quantity of turn: The Quantity of Turn may vary depending on the preceding and following figure.

FOOT CHANGE METHOD 2 - RF FORWARD
Start: RF fwd
Finish: LF closed to RF
//Timing: SS //
NOTE - General: General: Lady dances Volta Spot Turn to R or L, Botafogo on RF, Botafogo on LF or Three Step Turn to R or L.
NOTE - Quantity of turn: The Quantity of Turn may vary depending on the preceding and following figure.

FOOT CHANGE METHOD 3 - KICK BALL CHANGE
Start: RF kick fwd
Finish: LF in place
//Timing: SaS //
NOTE - General: General: Lady dances Volta Spot Turn to R or L, Botafogo on RF, Botafogo on LF or Three Step Turn to R or L. Man may replace Kick Ball Change action with a RF point fwd and point bwd.
NOTE - Quantity of turn: The Quantity of Turn may vary depending on the preceding and following figure.


Overview

To enable the dancing of certain figures in Contra or Right Shadow Positions
Foot Changes are inserted between figures. These bring the Man and Lady onto the
same foot and in the correct position. Usually the Man dances the Foot Change
while the Lady dances three steps to the count 1 a 2

Foot Change from Closed Position to Right Shadow Position

Leader

Step Foot Position Lead/Hold Count
1 Replace weight to RF Hold position with weight on RF Lead lady to turn L and then release hold 1 a
2 LF diagonally forward small step Take R Shadow hold at end of Lady's turn 2

Follower

Spot Volta steps 1 - 3 turning ½ L

Overview

Foot Change from Right Shadow Position to Promenade Position

Leader

Step Foot Position Lead/Hold Count
1 RF forward small step Hold position with weight on RF Lead Lady to turn R and release hold 1 a
2 LF forward small step Take normal hold in PP 2

Follower

Spot Volta turning R steps 1 - 2, RL. Continue turning R on LF, step 3 RF forward in PP completing one turn R

Overview

Foot Change from Right Contra Position to Open Counter Promenade Position

Leader

dances 2 Stationary Walks gradually turning ¼ L to face DC, raising L arm and leading Lady into Criss Cross Voltas behind back to end in Open CPP

Follower

dances Criss Cross Voltas steps 1 - 7, passing behind Man's back to his L side and curving ½ R to end in Open CPP

Plait

Start: LF bwd, small step, LK bent, RK straight) (Open Opp.; LH to RH Hold)
Finish: LF bwd, small step, LK bent, RK straight (Open Opp.; LH to RH Hold)
//Timing: SS QQS //
NOTE - General: Plait may start with RF (Man) and LF (Lady)
NOTE - Lead-Hold-Shaping: When Plait is preceded by a figure that ends in Normal hold, the change of Hand hold should happen on step 1.


Overview

Starting Position Closed Position
Starting Alignment Man backing Line of Dance
Lady facing Diagonal Wall
Turn Man no turn
Lady turns ⅛ left, ¼ right, ¼ left, ¼ right, ¼ left
May be curved L around a corner
Lead/Hold Weight changes, retain tone in arms throughout
Footwork Man ball flat throughout
Lady ball of foot throughout
Rhythm No bounce. Use merengue hip action
Ending Position Closed Position
Duration Ten steps over 4 bars

Leader

Step Foot Position Alignment Count
1 RF back small step Backing LOD 1
2 LF back small step 2
3 - 10 Repeat steps 1 - 2 four times 1 and 2 1 2 1 and 2

Follower

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Count
1 Swivel on RF, LF forward small step Facing DC ⅛ L 1
2 Swivel on LF, RF forward small step brushing LF Facing DW ¼ R 2
3 Swivel on RF, LF forward small step brushing RF Facing DC ¼ L 1
4 Swivel on LF, RF forward small step brushing LF Facing DW ¼ R and
5 - 10 Repeat steps 3 - 4 three times Facing DC ¼ L 2 1 2 1 and 2

Argentine Crosses

Start: RF crossed in front of LF (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: LF to side (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
//Timing: SaS SaS SaS SaS //
NOTE - General: May start from step 4. Steps 1-6, 1-9 or 4-9 only may be used.


Overview

Starting Position Closed Position
Starting Alignment Man facing Wall
Lady facing Centre
Turn Man turns 1½ right
Lady turns 2½ right
Lead/Hold Weight changes. On steps 1, 4, 6 and 10 Man leads Lady forward with right hand
Rhythm Alternative Bounce
Ending Position Closed Position
Duration Fifteen steps over 5 bars

Leader

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Footwork Count
1 LF forward toe turned out Facing W Begin ¼ R BF 1
2 RF behind LF Facing DW against LOD B a
3 LF side and slightly forward Facing against LOD End ¼ R BF 2
4 RF forward in line with LF small step toe turned out Facing C Begin ½ R BF 1
5 LF side and slightly back Facing DC B a
6 As for step 4 Facing LOD End ½ R BF 2
7 LF forward toe turned out Begin ¼ R BF 1
8 RF behind LF Facing DW End ¼ R B a
9 LF side and slightly forward Facing W Begin ½ R BF 2
10 As for step 4 Facing against LOD BF 1
11 LF side and slightly back Facing DC against LOD B a
12 As for step 4 Facing C End ½ R BF 2
13 - 15 Samba Walk in place LRL 1 a 2

Follower

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Footwork Count
1 RF forward in line with LF small step toe turned out Facing C Begin ¼ R BF 1
2 LF side and slightly back Facing DC B a
3 As for step 1 Facing LOD End ¼ R BF 2
4 LF forward toe turned out Facing W Begin ½ R BF 1
5 RF behind LF Facing DW against LOD B a
6 LF side and slightly forward Facing against LOD End ½ R BF 2
7 As for step 1 Begin ¼ R BF 1
8 LF side and slightly back Facing DC against LOD B a
9 As for step 1 small step toe turned out Facing C End ¼ R BF 2
10 LF forward toe turned out Facing LOD Begin ½ R BF 1
11 RF behind LF Facing DW B a
12 LF side and slightly back Facing W End ½ R BF 2
13 - 15 Volta Spot Turn Right RLR 1 turn R 1 a 2

Samba Locks

SAMBA LOCKS LADY ON LEFT SIDE
Start: RF fwd (L Side Same; LH to RH Hold)
Finish: RF fwd (L Side Same; LH to RH Hold)
//Timing: QQS QQS QQS //
NOTE - General: Steps 1-3 or 1-6 only may be used.

SAMBA LOCKS LADY ON RIGHT SIDE
Start: LF fwd (R Side Same; RH to LH Hold)
Finish: LF fwd (R Side Same; RH to LH Hold)
//Timing: QQS QQS QQS //
NOTE - General: Steps 1-3 or 1-6 only may be used.


Overview

Starting Position Open Counter Promenade Position
Starting Alignment Man facing Diagonal Centre
Lady facing Diagonal Wall
Turn Turn in on the back foot towards the end of the previous beat of music
Man turns ⅛ right, ⅛ left, ⅛ right, ⅛ left
Lady turns ⅛ left, ⅛ right, ⅛ left, ⅛ right
Lead/Hold Man extends joined arms forward down LOD, below shoulder level then continues to
lead with weight changes while retaining arm position
The free arms are extended to side, below shoulder level to match
Rhythm No Bounce
Ending Position Open Counter Promenade Position
Duration Twelve steps over 4 bars

Leader

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Footwork Count
1 RF forward part weight toe turned out Facing DW along LOD ⅛ R on LF, body turns more BF 1
2 LF behind RF T a
3 RF forward small step toe turned out BF 2
4 LF forward part weight toe turned out Facing DC along LOD ⅛ L on RF, body turns more BF 1
5 RF behind LF T a
6 LF forward small step toe turned out BF 2
7 - 12 Repeat steps 1 - 6

Follower

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Footwork Count
1 LF forward part weight toe turned out Facing DC along LOD ⅛ L on RF, body turns more BF 1
2 RF behind LF T a
3 LF forward small step toe turned out BF 2
4 RF forward part weight toe turned out Facing DW along LOD ⅛ R on LF, body turns more BF 1
5 LF behind RF T a
6 RF forward small step toe turned out BF 2
7 - 12 Repeat steps 1 - 6

Promenade to Counter Promenade Runs

Start: RF fwd OP (R Diag Opp.; preceding figure; LH to RH Hold)
Finish: RF fwd and across body (R Side Same; Release LH Hold)
//Timing: 123 123 123 123 //
NOTE - Timing: Alternative Timing may be used (QQS QQS QQS or SaS SaS SaS)
NOTE - Foot Placement: Step 1 can be taken FWD between Lady’s feet. When taken to side (RF Man, LF Lady) in Close Opp with LH to RH Hold, the alignment of this step for the Man will be Facing W (Lady Facing C).
NOTE - General Action: On steps 1 and 7 the Lady may finish in a Spiral Cross Position.


Overview

Starting Position Closed Position
Starting Alignment Man facing Wall
Lady facing Centre
Turn Man turns ⅛ left, 1 turn right
Lady turns ⅛ right, 1 turn left
Rhythm Running action with slight hover on steps 1, 4, 7
Ending Position Promenade Position
Duration Nine steps over 3 bars

Leader

Step Foot Position Alignment Lead/Hold Turn Footwork Count
1 RF side Facing W Lead lady to PP widen hold ⅛ L B 1
2 LF side in PP Facing DW BF 2
3 RF forward and across in PP Release Lady's R hand BF 3
4 LF back and slightly side in CP Backing LOD Lead lady to CP ¾ R B 1
5 RF side in CPP Facing DC along LOD Lead lady to CPP BF 2
6 LF forward and across in CPP Pointing LOD Release Lady's L hand BF 3
7 RF forward in CP Facing LOD Lead lady to CP ¼ R B 1
8 LF side in PP Facing DW along LOD Lead lady to PP BF 2
9 RF forward and across in PP Release Lady's R hand BF 3

Follower

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Footwork Count
1 LF side Facing C ⅛ R B 1
2 RF side in PP Facing DC BF 2
3 LF forward and across in PP Pointing LOD BF 3
4 RF forward Facing LOD ¼ R B 1
5 LF side in CPP Facing DW along LOD BF 2
6 RF forward and across in CPP Facing DW BF 3
7 LF back and slightly side Backing LOD ¾ R B 1
8 RF side in PP Facing DC along LOD BF 2
9 LF forward and across in PP BF 3

Cruzado Walks and Locks

CRUZADOS WALKS
Start: LF fwd (R Diag Same; w/o Hold)
Finish: RF fwd (R Diag Same; w/o Hold)
//Timing: SS //
NOTE - General: It may start with the RF.
NOTE - General/ Timing: Cruzado Walk on RF may be followed by steps 3-7 of Continuous Cruzados Lock starting with LF, Cruzado Walk on LF may be followed by steps 3-7 of Continuous Cruzados Lock starting with RF Timing: SQQQQS

CRUZADOS LOCKS
Start: LF fwd (R Diag Same; w/o Hold)
Finish: RF fwd (R Diag Same; w/o Hold)
//Timing: QQS QQS //
NOTE - General: Steps 1-3 or 4-6 only may be used.
NOTE - Couple Position: 1-3 of Cruzados Locks may be danced in R Side Same Position (Promenade Hold) on opposite foot.
NOTE - General/ Timing: May be danced as a CONTINUOUS CRUZADOS LOCKS (3.4.32) by repeating steps 1-2 three times - Timing QQQQQQS. If started on LF (Man) it may be danced in R Side Same Position (Promenade Hold) on opposite foot.


Overview

Starting Position Right Shadow Position
Man and Lady dance on same foot. Figure may start on either foot
Starting Alignment Facing Line of Dance
Turn None
Lead/Hold Same hand hold throughout
Rhythm Cruzados Action: Each forward step taken with shoulder lead. A slight bounce
is achieved by pushing off the standing foot with a compressed knee
Ending Position Facing Line of Dance
Duration Typically ten steps over 4 bars

Leader and Follower

Step Foot Position Footwork Count
1 LF forward BF 1
2 RF forward BF 2
3 LF forward BF 1
4 RF behind LF T and
5 LF forward BF 2
6 RF forward BF 1
7 LF behind RF T and
8 RF forward BF 2
9 LF forward BF 1
10 RF forward BF 2

Rolling Off The Arm

Start: LF to side (R Side Same; Shadow Hold)
Finish: RF in place (R Side Same; Shadow Hold)
//Timing: SaS SaS (S&aS S&aS Lady) //
NOTE - General: Man’s steps 4-6 and Lady’s 5-8 may be substituted with a foot change to end in R Diagonal Same Pos on LF.
NOTE - Foot Placement: After step 4, Lady can dance steps 5-6-7 diag. Fwd and make an additional ½ turn to L on step 7 ,to Follow with Reverse Turn.


Overview

Starting Position Right Side Position
Starting Alignment Facing Line of Dance
Turn Man no turn
Lady turns 1 complete turn right, 1 complete turn left
Rhythm Alternative Bounce
Ending Position Right Side Position
Duration Six steps over 2 bars

Leader

Step Foot Position Alignment Lead/Hold Turn Footwork Count
1 - 3 Whisk L Facing LOD Release hold with L hand, lead Lady to turn R with R hand pressure No turn As for Whisk 1 a 2
4 - 6 Whisk R Lead Lady to turn L with R hand pressure, then regain required hold at end step 6 1 a 2

Follower

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Footwork Count
1 RF forward Facing W ¼ R BF 1
2 LF side Backing LOD ¼ R BF a
3 RF side with L knee veering inwards Facing LOD ½ R BF RF I/E ball LF 2
4 LF forward Facing C ¼ L BF 1
5 RF side Backing LOD ¼ L BF a
6 LF side with R knee veering inwards Facing LOD ½ L BF LF I/E ball RF 2

Three Step Turn

Start: Instep of LF closed to T of RF (R Side Same; LH to RH Hold)
Finish: LF slipped slightly Bwd (L Side Same; LH to RH Hold)
//Timing: SaS (Lady QQS) //


Overview

Starting Position Promenade Position
Starting Alignment Facing Line of Dance
Turn Man turns ⅛ left
Lady turns 1⅞ left
Rhythm Alternative Bounce
Ending Position Open Counter Promenade Position
Duration Three steps over 1 bar

Leader

Step Foot Position Alignment Lead/Hold Turn Footwork Count
1 - 3 Stationary Walk LRL Facing DW Turn Lady L taking L to R L to R hand hold. Turn Lady strongly under raised L arm, then lower ⅛ L As for Stationary Walk 1 a 2

Follower

Step Foot Position Alignment Turn Footwork Count
1 RF side Facing against LOD ½ L BF 1

Between 1 and 2 Spiral Facing DC ⅝ L B RF T LF 2 LF forward Facing C ⅛ L BF 2 3 RF side Facing against LOD ¼ L BF 3

Between 3 and next figure Spiral Facing DW ⅜ L B RF T LF

Rhythm Bounce on LF, on RF

Start:
Finish:
//Timing: //
NOTE - General: Kick Ball Change may be used in place of Rhytm Bounce by both Man and Lady

Reverse Roll

Start: LF diag fwd (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: RF closed to LF (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
//Timing: SQQ SQQ //
NOTE - General: Steps 1-3 or 4-6 only may be used.
NOTE - Couple Position: Bodies are in contact.

Side Samba Chasse

(WDSF only)
Start: LF to side (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
Finish: RF closed to LF (Close Opp.; Normal Hold)
//Timing: QQQQ SS //
NOTE - General: Man may dance Lady’s steps and vice versa.
NOTE - Quantity of turn: May turn up to ¼ to L or R.
NOTE - Couple position: Open Opp (LH to RH Hold or w/o Hold) may also be used.

Continuous Cruzados Locks

(WDSF only)
Start:
Finish:
//Timing: //

Same Position Corta Jaca

(WDSF only)
Start: LF fwd (LK straight) (R Side Same; RH of Man to Lady’s R shoulder)
Finish: RF in place (R Side Same; RH of Man to Lady’s R shoulder)
//Timing: QQQQ QQQQ QQQQ QQQQ //
NOTE - General: In this type of Corta Jaca it is possible to repeat steps 1-4.

Carioca Runs

(WDSF only)
Start: LF to side and slightly bwd (Open Opp.; w/o Hold)
Finish: LF fwd w/o weight, weight on R foot (Open Opp.; w/o Hold)
//Timing: QQQQ QQQQ //
NOTE - General: Man may dance the Lady’s steps and vice versa. Steps 1-4 or 5-8 only may be danced
NOTE - Timing: Alternative timing aS aS may be used

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