Flightless Bird

Choreographer: Susan Puruleski

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Intro: 3 counts

[1-6] Basic forward, basic back
1, 2, 3Step L forward, step R together, step L together

4, 5, 6Step R back, step L together, step R together

[7-12] Step, point, hold, behind side cross
1, 2, 3Step L forward, point R out to right side, hold

4, 5, 6Step R behind left, step L to left side, cross R in front of left

[13-18] Sweep ½ right, twinkle
1, 2, 3Sweep Left leg around as you turn ½ to right (6:00)

4, 5, 6Cross L in front of right, step R out to right side, recover on L

[19-24] Basic with ¼ turn, ¼ behind side cross
1, 2, 3Cross R in front of left, turn ¼ right step back on L, step R together (9:00)

4, 5, 6Turn ¼ right crossing L behind right, step R to right side, cross L in front of right (12:00)

[25-30] Step, kick, hold, side together side
1, 2, 3Step R to right side, kick L low smooth kick in front of right, hold

4, 5, 6Step L to left side, step R together, step L to left side

[31-36] Kick, hold, side together side
1, 2, 3Kick R low 2 count smooth kick in front of left, hold

4, 5, 6Step R to right side, step L together, step R to right side

[37-42] Twinkle, twinkle ½ turn
1, 2, 3Cross L in front of right, step R to right side, recover on L

4, 5, 6Cross R in front of left, turn ¼ turn right stepping back on L, turn ¼ turn right stepping R to right side (6:00)

[43-48] Cross rock recover step, cross rock recover step
1, 2, 3Cross L in front of right, recover on R, step L together

4, 5, 6Cross R in front of left, recover on L, step R together

NOTE: After 4th wall, (you will be facing 12:00) you will pause for 3 counts before beginning 5th wall.

Susan Puruleski - Contact information: email: spuruleski@gmail.com

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About the Choreographer

Susan Puruleski

Susan Puruleski is an accomplished choreographer and performer, celebrated for her dynamic creativity and passion for dance. With two captivating pieces featured in our archive, she continues to inspire audiences with her innovative artistry and vibrant storytelling.

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