In this class, we show a figure that begins by going to the close side of the embrace and then used two dynamic pivots with back ochos to return to the line of dance. We demonstrate the step in both open and close embrace.

Musical Demonstration:

Giros (turns) are circular movements where one dancer goes around the other dancer or they both go around a common axis.

Part 1: Soltada From Back Cross

Musical Demo for Part 1

Part 2: Soltada to Leader's Back Sacada

Part 3: Soltada to Colgada with Boleo

Musical Demo for Parts 2 & 3

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Musical Demonstration

This class focuses on more dynamic Giros (turns) and Single-Axis Giros in which the man and the woman share a single-axis which they both share as they go around giving the appearance of spinning.

Musical Demo:

 Below is a collection of classes focusing on different variations of the Ocho Cortado: