CS: Cuddle Lean
This lesson is part two in the Country Swing series, so if you haven’t watched part one yet (which covers alternating underarm turns), go back and check that one out first—otherwise you’ll feel like that kid walking into the middle of a movie asking, “What’s going on?” In this video, Anthony and Rose build on the basics with two fun and flashy moves: The Cuddle and The Cuddle Lean. The cuddle introduces a rotating inside turn into a cradle-like position, with clean footwork, timing, and hand placement that keeps everything smooth. You’ll learn how to enter and exit the cuddle cleanly, how to keep the follower’s shoulders aligned, and why the hands must go up and down during that step—not before or after. Then, the Cuddle Lean adds a dramatic (but easy) variation, where the follower leans against the leader for a low dip-style accent. You’ll get tips for keeping it safe, comfortable, and supportive—no face-plants allowed. These moves are perfect for adding style to your country swing, and they connect directly into patterns like the Peekaboo, which comes next. If you're ready to level up your social dancing, this is where things get fun.
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