Bachata
Persecution / Chase
Also known as: Persecución, perseguida (descriptive — flag: informal name)
Cat and mouse across the floor. A playful travelling figure of advance and retreat.
Coach's notes — the how & why
What This Move Is
A playful Dominican travelling figure: one partner advances while the other retreats (or they trade), moving along the line of dance in a light-handed call-and-response, then re-collecting into the embrace.
Key Points
- Lead: Advance toward the follow who retreats (or trade roles), travelling along the line of dance with light or no hand.
- Follow: Retreat then chase back, matching the lead's travel and staying on the shared pulse.
- Timing: Travel on 1-2-3 each half, accent on the taps.
- Common mistake: Losing connection or spacing so the chase becomes a tug, or drifting off the shared pulse.
Style Notes
Naming flag: informal/descriptive. A flirtatious, musical way to cover ground; pairs naturally with footwork shines.
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