Natural quarter turn forward


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First part of the basic movement (quarter turns)
Diagram

Steps (man)

0 Begin in closed hold, facing diagonally to the line of dance, weight on the LF.
1 Take a step forward (RF). [slow]
2 Take another step straight forward (LF), [slow]
making a quarter turn to the right while passing the partner.
3 Close the RF to the LF. [slow]

Steps (lady)

0 Begin in closed hold, backing diagonally against the wall, weight on the RF.
1 Take a step backward (LF). [slow]
2 Make a quarter turn to the right to let the partner pass,
taking a small step to the side (RF) to keep up with the partner. [slow]
3 Close the LF to the RF. [slow]

Preceding figures

Reference Natural quarter turn backward
Reference Closed change (left foot)

Following figures

Reference Natural quarter turn backward
Reference Closed change backward (left foot)
Reference Outside change
Reference Natural spin turn
Reference Hesitation change
Reference Hesitation change (underturned)

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