Natural spin turn
Steps (man)
0 Begin in closed hold, backing against the line of dance, weight on the RF.
1 Take a step backward (LF). [slow]
2 Make a half turn to the right, while taking a step forward (RF) along the line of dance. [slow]
3 Begin moving forward, [slow]
making almost a half turn to the right while passing the partner,
and finish by putting the foot down slightly backward.
Steps (lady)
0 Begin in closed hold, facing the line of dance, weight on the LF.
1 Take a step forward (RF). [slow]
2 Make a half turn to the right, while taking a step backward (LF) along the line of dance. [slow]
3 Make almost a half turn to the right to let the partner pass,
taking a small step to the side and slightly forward (RF) to keep up with the partner. [slow]
Take a step forward (RF).
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Following figures
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