NHSDC North Houston Swing Dance Club

Syllabus

Level 3 Fundamental Basics – Spins and turns

8 beat rhythm – Count 1 2 3&4 5 6 7&8

walk, walk, triple-step, walk, walk, triple-step)

Prerequisite: Completion of Level 1&2 and execution of patterns

Review and incorporate Level 1 & 2 Steps as needed

Walk Around With 1-1/2 Turns

· To open position

· To hammerlock

· With side pass

· With pop out

Double Resistance

Lady’s Hesitation

Whip Step With 1-1/2 Turns

· With neck wrap and walk around exit

· With waist wrap

Hook Step & Lasso Variations

Turning closed basic

· To open position

· With reverse Tuck turn

Single Double variations

Underarm turn with hand change

· With Man’s Turn

Dallas Side Pass

Right Side Double spin

· With hand change

Barrel Roll

Opposite hand side pass (left and right side)

· Left Side Turning Side Pass (Free Spin)

· Overhead to Closed Position

Notes: Explanation of slotted dance - Leader and follower

Explanation of hand positions, dance frame and connection

Stress Footwork, anchoring, body leads

No Coaster steps except where needed (change of direction