Circle – Country Swing AZ

Cuddle

Type   Position, Circle, Progressive
Level L evel 2 Beginner
Other Names Sweetheart, Wrap, Cradle
Comes From   Open Position, Belt Loop, Sliding Door, Sliding Door Dip, Loop
Leads To   The Lean, Spin Out, Triple Hip Combo, Outside Turn (half-turn variation), Cuddle Dip, Fall Through Dip, Straight Jacket Twist, Can Opener, Backflip,

Description

The Cuddle is a variation on the Inside Turn with both hands connected. The leader turns the follow to wrap her up in his arms. This is a very versatile move! Learn the basic steps for it below, then check out the variations for ways to customize your dance.

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Hammerlock

Type Position, Transition Move, Circle, Progressive, Turn
Level L evel 2 Beginner
Other Names Matador
Comes From Butterfly Open Position
Leads To Reverse Pretzel, Pretzel (lead Hammerlock), Basic Step (in Hammerlock position), The Lean (in Hammerlock position)

Description

Hammerlock is a variation on the Outside Turn with both hands connected. The leader turns the follower so that one arm is tucked behind her back, and the other crosses in front of him.

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Window

Type   Spin, Circle
Level    Level 5 Intermediate
Comes From   Crossed Arm Slide
Leads To   Double Lasso, Break Up, Spinneroo

Description

This classic two-step move is fun. In the Window, the leader spins the follower to create an arm window between them. I like to make faces at them through the window, but you can do what you like.

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