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Originally posted by Sheena
I would agree that there are moves that really aren't leadable eg the first move kicks as your partner has to tell you to kick too or you would end up with black and blue shins. I like the odd colombian (every other week or two! not every dance!) and am quite partial to a lunge as well - how do you lead that without talking?
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Sheena
I used to think First Move Kicks were only leadable with a verbal signal until I started Lindy Hop.
The secret to it is that leader every so slightly "lifts" the follower to get the first kick going. The "lift" is done by the leader standing straighter than usual when starting the first kick. If he (or she!) has the follower well supported at the back then she will feel this. Raising the left hand higher than usual helps the lead too.
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