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Cross Hand Kick Spin
- In this lesson, you will learn a common and useful turning pattern for use in partnered Charleston, from the hand-to-hand or crosshand Charleston position. Breakdown includes a walk-through of the movement's geography, an explanation of how and why the footwork varies from basic Charleston, how the lead/follow connection works in a social dance context, and plenty of mechanical tips for cultivating strong technique.
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Partner Charleston
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about
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Kevin St. Laurent,
Jo Hoffberg
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2 |
$1.99
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Cross Hand Triples
- In this lesson, you will learn to insert a dynamic and fully-led triple step into your hand-to-hand or crosshand Charleston position. Breakdown includes a very hand drill for synchronizing the footwork with the necessary upper body movements, technique for transitioning between circular and linear momentum, and all of the position and timing details needed to clearly connect with this move on the social dance floor.
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Partner Charleston
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about
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Kevin St. Laurent,
Jo Hoffberg
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3 |
$1.99
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Rotating Cross Hand Charleston
- This unique and challenging lesson teaches a specialized technique which allows you to play with both directions of rotation within your crosshand Charleston. Breakdown focuses on a series of exercises designed to get you to understand the mechanics of the transitions, and to teach your body all the skills necessary to execute each variation with control.
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Partner Charleston
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about
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Kevin St. Laurent,
Jo Hoffberg
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4 |
$1.99
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Two Hand Cross Kick Swivels
- In this lesson, you will learn to insert a flashy styling variation into two-handed Charleston cross-kicks. Breakdown includes a detailed walk-through of the timing and movements needed, tips for differentiating the feel of this variation from the original step, and drills for both partners to cleanly stay connected during this variation.
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Partner Charleston
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about
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Kevin St. Laurent,
Jo Hoffberg
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2 |
$1.99
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Single and Double Charleston Hook Spin
- In this lesson, you will learn two versions of a face-to-face Charleston hook turn. Breakdown includes a detailed walkthrough of the geography of the movement, focusing on key connection points and body positioning details, a handy footwork drill for follows, an discussion of some universally relevant turn-leading concepts for leaders, and an explanation of how different footworks might fit in different contexts.
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Partner Charleston
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about
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Kevin St. Laurent,
Jo Hoffberg
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1 |
$1.99
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Partnered Charleston Skates
- In this lesson you will learn how to insert (and clearly communicate) jazz dance skates into your face-to-face Charleston. Breakdown includes a full walk-through of solo skate technique, crucial tips for properly preparing the movement, important good habits to cultivate, suggestions for leading and following direction changes, a bonus variation to give you more to play with, and everything you need to cleanly get in and out.
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Partner Charleston
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about
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Kevin St. Laurent,
Jo Hoffberg
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2 |
$1.99
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Partnered Jump Charleston
- In this lesson you will learn to modify a big and flashy solo Charleston move for use in partnered context. Breakdown includes a step-by-step walk-through of the footwork and timing of this variation, careful explanation of the unique partner orientation this figure utilizes, and everything you need to accurately communicate this step on the social dance floor.
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Partner Charleston
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about
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Kevin St. Laurent,
Jo Hoffberg
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3 |
$1.99
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Partnered Squat Charleston
- In this lesson you will learn to modify a big and flashy solo Charleston move for use in partnered context. Breakdown includes a complete walk-through of the figure in a solo dance context, an explanation of how the movement changes for partnered use, and tips for cleanly setting up and exiting out of this unique pattern.
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Partner Charleston
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about
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Kevin St. Laurent,
Jo Hoffberg
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4 |
$1.99
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Classic Kick Ups
- This lesson teaches a classic step, also known as a skip-up, which is part of the core repertoire of Lindy Hop and Charleston. Breakdown includes timing and footwork details for both partners plus a detailed walk-through of the unique leading and following skills at work in this figure.
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Partner Charleston
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about
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Kevin St. Laurent,
Jo Hoffberg
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1 |
$1.99
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Kick Up Breakaway
- This lesson teaches a variation on the classic kick ups, breaking away from your partner in a surprising figure ready to be inserting right into your social dancing! Breakdown includes some special handhold tips for leads, footwork walk-throughs for both partners, some important technical reminders for follows, and everything else you need to execute this step cleanly and with confidence!
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Partner Charleston
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about
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Kevin St. Laurent,
Jo Hoffberg
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2 |
$1.99
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Hand to Hand Outside Kicks
- This lesson teaches an essential connected turning pattern for use in your partnered Charleston, complete with a simple entrance and exit, timing and footwork walk-throughs, connection and body-orientation tips and more.
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Partner Charleston
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about
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Kevin St. Laurent,
Jo Hoffberg
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3 |
$1.99
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Hand to Hand Inside Kick Spins
- This lesson teaches not only a classic turning Charleston step, but all the drills and practice tools you need to truly master it to the point to where you can improvise within its framework confidently even while exploring a range of stylistic and rhythmic options.
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Partner Charleston
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about
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Kevin St. Laurent,
Jo Hoffberg
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4 |
$1.99
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Tandem Charleston Promenade
- In this lesson you learn a fun and interesting traveling step that can be used in your social tandem Charleston. Breakdown includes a complete footwork walk-through for both partners, multiple timing options, and several important tips for staying cleanly connected throughout this pattern.
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Partner Charleston
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about
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Kevin St. Laurent,
Jo Hoffberg
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1 |
$1.99
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Tandem Charleston He Goes She Goes
- In this lesson you learn how the leader can move into the front tandem position, how a basic step works in this new arrangement, and how a follow can be brought back in front, amounting to a nice long socially danceable sequence. Breakdown includes Charleston turning tips for both partners, and everything else you need to make it look and feel good.
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Partner Charleston
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about
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Kevin St. Laurent,
Jo Hoffberg
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2 |
$1.99
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Tandem Charleston Fly By Night
- In this lesson you will learn a complex and interesting tandem Charleston sequence that makes use of several changing positions, and relies heavily on an understanding of how footwork matches body movement at the deepest level -- a skill which this lesson gives you the drills to cultivate! Powerful and fun, this lesson will expand your understanding of the possibilities within tandem Charleston.
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Partner Charleston
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about
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Kevin St. Laurent,
Jo Hoffberg
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3 |
$1.99
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Tandem Charleston KC Trip Kick
- In this lesson you learn a flashy trick step great for performance or jam circle context, plus a fun and interesting exit which brings you back to tandem position. Breakdown gives you everything you need to make it clean and clear, putting the pieces together for a unique and surprising combo!
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Partner Charleston
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about
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Kevin St. Laurent,
Jo Hoffberg
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4 |
$1.99
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