Originally Posted by
Andy McGregor
In the Latin American dances like Jive, where you are often in the open hold, the lead can still join in with the dance rather than simply direct the woman's dance. Thinking specifically about MJ, some leads can choose to do the minimum movement to lead the lady - that is their choice. Other leads can choose to move more than the minimum required to lead the dance. And I think this is what Gerry is talking about.
I really don't think Gerry needs to worry. Not moving much and looking manly as you lead the lady is still dancing. And Gerry can look manly.
Also, the more the male lead moves the more he draws attention to himself - and away from the lady. You must never forget that the lady follower is the picture and the male lead is the frame - essential to display the lady, but it's all about the picture, not about the frame.
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