Salsa
Vuelta (Lady's Right Turn)
The Cuban turn. The follow's right turn — stationary or travelling around a circle.
Coach's notes — the how & why
What This Move Is
Vuelta = "turn" (generic); in casino it usually means the lady's right turn. The lead raises the joined hand and leads a right turn — either a stationary back-rock spot turn, or a forward-travelling version (sometimes called giro habanero) that walks 1-2-3 and turns 5-6-7. Flag: the stationary and travelling versions are distinct; schools differ on which "vuelta" means.
Key Points
- Lead: Decide stationary vs. travelling and lead it cleanly — raise the hand, indicate the right turn.
- Follow: Back-rock then turn ~360 right on the spot, OR walk 1-2-3 and turn 5-6-7 for the travelling version.
- Timing: A tiempo; rock-then-turn within the phrase, or walk 1-2-3 / turn 5-6-7.
- Common mistake: Over-rotating or mis-spotting; confusing the stationary back-rock with the travelling habanero.
Style Notes
A clean turn that chains anywhere from HOME A. The travelling habanero version covers ground with the casino's signature circular feel.
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