Fall Through Dip

Type   Dip Combo
Level    Level 5 Intermediate
Other Names Cuddle Pull Up Dip Combo, Dip & Drop, Sneak Attack Dip
Comes From   Cuddle (perpendicular position), Open Position
Leads To   Spin Out, Inside Turn

Description

This move is a combo with a twist. Most follows won’t see it coming but it will be a fun surprise! Be sure they are familiar with both the Cuddle Dip and Pull Up Dip before trying this combo, since it combines both. It is also called a “dip & drop” since the leader dips the follower than drops her through.

Lead

Set up and do the Cuddle Dip on beat one
When your follow is upright again (beat 2), bring your supporting arm over their head, causing them to drop into a Pull Up Dip on beat three. Keep your forearms strong.
Finish by bringing the follow upright again on beat 4, and then doing one of the suggested moves above.

Follow

The same rules apply here from the Pull Up Dip: keep your core tight, and flex your forearms a bit so you don’t hit the floor.

Tips

Lead

Be sure to move to the leverage point (your follow’s shoulders) on the second dip. Keep your legs straight and stance slightly wider than shoulder-width.
Same as with the Pull Up Dip, don’t fully extend your arms or your follow will hit the floor.
This move can add musicality to your dancing. Let’s say you were two beats early for the ending of the song–throw this one in, and tada! It’s like you planned it.