This drill is designed to help you measure your movement as you step out of a chaines turn. Before practicing this drill, make sure that your chaines mechanics are solid. If you want to get some extra practice on your basic chaines first, look at the basic chaines drill. The Drill: Without a partner, you… Continue Reading
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Spotting in Chaines Turns
This entry is part 9 of 11 in the series Spin TechniqueSpotting is useful in all turns, and chaines are no exception. This drill is designed to integrate spotting into the timing of your chaines turns. The Drill: Prep for your chaines turn by stepping forward onto the supporting leg. Begin the rotation by gathering… Continue Reading
Chaines Turns
This entry is part 8 of 11 in the series Spin TechniqueChaines turns are a method to do a quick series of turns (hence the name chaines, French for “chains”). In WCS, chaines turns are preferred for any extended series of turns, such as a barrel roll down the line, because they can be linked… Continue Reading
Spin, Then Travel
This entry is part 6 of 11 in the series Spin TechniqueNow that we’re practiced both forward and backward pivot turns, it’s time to put them together in a sequence. For this drill, we will use the follower’s inside roll, which contains three pivot turns on counts 3, the & of 3, and 4. The… Continue Reading
Introduction to Spins
This entry is part 1 of 11 in the series Spin TechniqueSpins are used in almost every form of dance, and WCS is no exception. The ability to turn smoothly and efficiently is one of the major differences between raw beginners and experienced dancers. Whether you are a follower or a leader, mastering the techniques… Continue Reading