ISLAND HOPPING

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This dance was created on board the Carnival Valor during my first line dance cruise Dancin' on the Water 2005. The song really fit the mood of the trip and we danced it to a variety of songs during the evening parties (cause it's so easy!)

STEP FORWARD TOUCH, STEP FORWARD TOUCH, STEP FORWARD TOUCH STEP ¼ TURN TOUCH

1-2Step right forward, touch left next to right*

3-4Step left forward, touch right next to left*

5-6Step right forward, touch left next to right*

7-8Step left a ¼ turn to left, touch right next to left

Option: add claps on each 'touch' above (and any below if it feels good!)

WALK BACK X 3, TOUCH, WALK FORWARD X 3, TOUCH

9-10-11Walk back - right, left, right

12Touch left next to right (clap)

13-14-15Walk forward - left, right, left

16Touch right next to left (clap)

SHUFFLE RIGHT ROCK RECOVER, SHUFFLE LEFT ROCK RECOVER

17&18Side shuffle to right - right, left, right

19-20Cross rock step left over right, recover onto right

21&22Side shuffle to left - left, right, left

23-24Cross rock step right over left, recover onto left

STEP SIDE TOUCH, STEP ¼ TURN TOUCH, STEP SIDE TOUCH, SHUFFLE LEFT

25-26Side step right to right, touch left next to right

27-28Step left a ¼ turn to left, touch right next to left

29-30Side step right to right, touch left next to right

31&32Side shuffle to left - left, right, left

REPEAT

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About the Choreographer

Gerard Murphy

Gerard Murphy is a dynamic choreographer and dancer with a vibrant portfolio, showcasing 35 captivating dances in our archive. His innovative approach and passion for movement inspire audiences and fellow artists alike, making him a standout figure in the dance community.

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