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Originally Posted by ducasi Our teacher and taxi dancers have emphasised stepping back on the left a lot. They must want us to do that for some reason.  |
I know a large number of moves where the footwork pattern will only work out correctly if the man steps back on the left and the woman steps back on the right as the first step. For the beginner moves this isn't hugely important but it is worth getting into the habit of taking your first step back on the left at this stage so you don't encounter problems when you come across these moves later.
Speaking of not developing habits that are later hard to break. Try very hard not to look down at your feet. It can be a hugely difficult habit to break at a later stage. I had such a problem with this at my ballroom and latin classes that I took up a teachers suggestion and bought a foam surgical support collar. I felt a bit of a prat but it got me out of the habit and made me stand up straight. Just have a look across an MJ dance floor and see how many experienced dancers still dance while looking down at their feet.
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