Going Home To Jesus

Choreographer: Jo Thompson Szymanski – 2012

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Intro: 16 counts of heavy beats

[1-8] SIDE TOUCHES, VINE RIGHT, TOUCH
1 – 2Step R to right, Touch L beside R (Optional: Clap hands to right)
3 – 4Step L to left, Touch R beside L (Optional: Clap hands to left)
5 – 8Step R to right, Step L behind R, Step R to right, Touch L beside R
Optional Arm Styling - Vine: Slowly bring R hand up/over from left to right in an “arc” shape

[9-16] SIDE TOUCHES, VINE LEFT, TOUCH (REVERSE OF COUNTS 1-8)
1 – 2Step L to left, Touch R beside L (Optional: Clap hands to left)
3 – 4Step R to right, Touch L beside R (Optional: Clap hands to right)
5 – 8Step L to left, Step R behind L, Step L to left, Touch R beside L
Optional Arm Styling - Vine: Slowly bring L hand up/over from right to left in an “arc” shape

[17-24] “SOUL ROCK” RIGHT & LEFT
1 – 3Body faces right diagonal: Rock R forward, Recover back to L, Rock R forward
4Hold allowing body to square up
5 – 7Body faces left diagonal: Rock L forward, Recover back to R, Rock L forward
8Hold allowing body to square up

[25-32] JAZZ BOX 1/4 TURN RIGHT, OUT, OUT, HOLD, IN, IN, HOLD
1 – 4Step R across L, Step L back, Turn ¼ right step R to right, Step L together
&5-6Step R out to right, Step L out to left (&5), Hold (6)
&7-8Step R in to center, Step L in beside R (&7), Hold (8)
Option: For a challenging variation, double time last 4 counts:
Out, Out, In, In (&5&6), Out, Out, In, In (&7&8),

Start again from the beginning.

Note: For a 1-wall dance, omit the ¼ turn on the jazz box & do not travel forward on the “Soul Rocks”.

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About the Choreographer

Jo Thompson Szymanski – 2012

Jo Thompson Szymanski, a celebrated choreographer and dance innovator, has made a lasting impact on the dance community with two vibrant creations featured in our archive. Her dynamic work continues to inspire dancers and enthusiasts alike, showcasing her passion and creativity in every step.

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