Christmas Bumper (I think you might like it)
Choreographer: Kim Nolan (Nov 2014)
Step Sheet
Have fun clapping and BOOTY BUMPING (Hip bump) each other, choose someone left or right (or alternate for double fun).
Start position: Make row(s) of even numbers e.g. 2,4,6 etc. Teachers/regulars signal newcomers the easy to spot 4ct Tag (Jazz Box) prior 1st and 2nd chorus) and restart so all can join in to this jolly song. There is a sitting dance also.
NEW BEGINNER:- ignore Hitches, but try to keep (ct24) the fun Booty Bump Hitch in. Shuffle straight instead of diagonally
IMPROVER:- Sec 1: Add Hitches & Thigh Slaps during chorus. Sec 2: Cross Rock on Heels. Sec 4: L Coaster, R Hitch
Push hips fwd:- R Side - L Side - R Chasse - L Side - R Side - L Chasse
Styling:- Thumbs on belt buckles, push hip fwd as you make small steps
1-2Small Step R to right, Small Step L to left
3&4Step R to right, Step L together, Step R to right
5-6Small Step L to left, Small Step R to right
7&8Step L to left, Step R together, Step L to left
(Option IMPROVER: during chorus for more bounce Hitch on all ½ cts between &1-&7, feel free to slap thighs on hitches)
Cross Rock - Rec - Together - Cross Rock - Rec - Together - (Diag.) R Back Shuffle - Hitch - (Diag.) L Back Shuffle
1&2Cross Rock R over left, recover (weight to L), Step R together
3&4Cross Rock L over right, recover (weight to R), Step L together
5&6&(R diag.) Step R back, Step L to instep of right, Step R back, Hitch L knee up
7&8(L diag.) Step L back, Step R to instep of left, Step L back
(Option NEW BEGINNER: shuffle back straight & ignore Hitch ct 6&)
(Option IMPROVER: Cross Rock on the R heel, then L heel)
** Restart at 1m 28s (see below **)
Walk (¾ circle)/clap x 4, - Clap x 2 with neighbour, - Face front, - Hitch/Hip Bump with neighbour
Circle Tip! (ct1-4) Walking clockwise, end at L neighbour (9:00) Walking anti-clockwise, end at R neighbour (3:00)
1-4Walk x 4 & clap for ¾ circle (either direction see Circle Tip!) end facing & near neighbour (9 or 3:00)
5-6Clap your hands against theirs twice
7-8(7) Turn to face front (8) small Hitch leg nearest neighbour and Hip Bump side of it against neighbours hip
(BOOTY BUMP safety: for balance lean upper body weight over standing leg, or if unsteady, dont hitch, just bump hip with neighbour)
Replace - Hold/Clap - L Back - Hook - (arms out):- R Fwd Shuffle - L Hitch - L Fwd shuffle
(FUN TIP (ct 5-8) depending how near you are, each row either: still facing front, put arm around each others shoulder, hold hands, or if too far hold arms out like a planes wings as you all fwd shuffle/hitch/shuffle to start position)
1-2Lower (replace) hitched leg, Hold & clap
3-4Step L back, Hook R over shin of left
5&6&Link/hold arms out (see Fun Tip): Step R fwd, Step L to instep of right, Step R fwd, Hitch L knee up
7&8Step L fwd Step R to instep of left, Step L fwd
(Option NEW BEGINNER: ignore Hitch (ct 6&)
(Option IMPROVER: (cts 3&4&) L Coaster, R Hitch:- (L back, R back, L fwd, Hitch R knee)
* Tag - Jazz Box (easy to spot before 1st & 2nd chorus (see below*)
START AGAIN
* 4ct Tag (Jazz Box)
(1-2) Cross R over L, Step L back,
(3-4) Step R back to side, Step L together
Tag is easy to spot, as it is just before 1st & 2nd chorus (Tip! John sings I’m coming home) (57s) & (2m 7s)
** 1 x Restart after 1st chorus/instrumental bridge (ct 16) at 1m 28s (Tip! During instrumental Olivia sings oo, oo, oo Johns sings Think you might like it. Restart dance
Choreographed by Kim Nolan - UK (November 2014)
Contact: thekimbodukers@hotmail.co.uk
I hope you have fun & wish you all a Happy Bumper of a Christmas!
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Kim Nolan (Nov 2014)
Kim Nolan, a vibrant talent who joined our archive in November 2014, captivates audiences with their dynamic dance style. With one unforgettable performance showcased in our collection, Kim continues to inspire and leave a lasting impression in the world of dance.Can't find the right video?
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