Basic Step
The basic step (Jive Basic) is a six beat pattern, comprising eight weight changes.
- Leader: Normally the male
- Counts 1&2 - Chasse to the left (Triple step)
- Counts 3&4 - Chasse to the right
- Counts 5 6 - Rock step: left foot step back, right foot
- The follower's steps are mirrored. Normally the female
SUMMARY OF JIVE
Overall Jive is a dance and is the faster version of the swing. A lot of kicks are used in jive with a bouncy type movement using the balls of the feet a lot. It is an American dance originated from the Jitterbug dance, and it is danced without the lifts and acrobatic elements. Jive is a fast and energy-consuming dance. It is normally the last dance danced at competitions because of the energetic style
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