Swing Out from Closed

8-count · Beginner

The swing out when you're already dancing in closed: the follow doesn't have to come in, the rotation starts straight from the embrace.

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  1. Starts in closed position.
  2. No rock step: the couple rotates together while the lead steps around.
  3. Send out on 5-6, ends open.

Not to be confused with: Swing Out,Lindy Circle,Surprise Swing Out,Promenade

Understanding the move

Count by count

  • 1-2: the lead backs up while the follow walks forward and passes in front of them; the lead's right hand stays on the follow's back.
  • 3-4: the follow keeps walking forward through the rotation instead of just being turned.
  • 5-6: the lead's right hand leaves the back; only the left hand keeps the connection, and the arms lengthen.

Usual mistakes

  • The lead opens the frame on 1-2: there's nothing left to turn together.
  • The follow lets themselves be carried without walking: the send out has no drive.

Variations and related moves

  • Swing Out
  • Lindy Circle

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