Bachata
Side Dip
BachataAdvanceddips-dropsSensual
Gently to the side, on the peak. A lateral dip taken gently at the peak of the music with full support.
Also known as: Lateral dip
This move builds: Comfort …on the always-on four — Connection, Frame, Comfort, Posture.
- Entry
- closed embrace
- Exit
- closed embrace
- Tempo
- slow
- Musical use
- break
- Connector
- No
- Level
- Advanced
- Cluster
- dips-drops
- Style
- Sensual
What This Move Is
A dip taken gently to the side at a musical peak, the lead supporting the follow's weight through a stable frame and clear support point. Gentle, never whip-like.
Key Points
- Lead: SAFETY — support her weight through a stable frame and clear support point; take her gently to the side, never throw.
- Follow: Strong core, trust the support, and do not throw yourself — commit only when certain it was led.
- Timing: Down on the musical peak, controlled recovery.
- Common mistake: A fast or whippy entry, or the follow self-launching without a clear lead (can injure the lead's back too).
Style Notes
PARTNER-ONLY. Reserve for the peak of the music. A dramatic full-stop that must be unmistakably led.
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