Bachata
About Turn
Also known as: About face, direction change
The lead reverses direction so both partners finish facing the opposite way — a simple, early-vocabulary way to change which way the couple travels.
What This Move Is
A foundational figure where the lead turns the pair about so that both end up facing the opposite direction, changing the line of travel. It is one of the first ways a beginner learns to redirect the dance.
Key Points
- Lead: Signal the change of direction clearly and step to open the new line so the follow isn't surprised.
- Follow: Stay with the frame and walk to the new facing rather than turning on the spot.
- Timing: Over a basic 8-count.
- Common mistake: Spinning the follow instead of simply turning the pair about.
Style Notes
Plain but essential — it's the hinge that lets you change direction and reset before the next pattern.
A video walkthrough for this move is on the way.
- Musical use
- Travelling
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Turns & Patterns
- Frame
- Open
- Style
- Modern
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