Hotel California (Salsa)

Choreographer: Lavina Motamedi (Canada) September 2017

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Intro: 32 counts. Dance begins when piano adds on (approx. 24 seconds into the track)
Note: This dance is an opportunity for beginners/ high beginners to practice Salsa basic steps in a Line Dance.
Weight on L.

S1: Fwd Mambo, Back Mambo, Toe struts with hip lifts X 2, Step Turn ½ L.
1 & 2Step R fwd. Step L in place. Step R back. QQS

3 & 4Step L back. Step R in place. Step L fwd. QQS

5 & 6 &Touch R toe fwd as you lift R hip up (5). Drop R heel and lower hip (&). Touch L toe fwd as you lift L hip up (6). Drop L heel and lower hip (&).

7-8Step R fwd. Pivot ½ turn left taking weight on to L. 6:00

S2: R Triple Fwd, L Triple Fwd, Step Turn ¼ L, Together, L Fwd Mambo.
1 & 2Step R fwd. Step L next to R. Step R fwd.

3 & 4Step L fwd. Step R next to L. Step L fwd.

5 & 6Step R fwd (5). Pivot 1/4 turn left taking weight on to L (&). Step R beside L (6) 3:00

7 & 8Step L fwd. Step R in place. Step L next to R. QQS

S3: R Side Mambo, L Side Mambo, Side Rock With Sway, Recover, Turn ½ L, Side, Cross.
1 & 2Step R to right side. Step L in place. Step R beside L. QQS

3 & 4Step L to left side. Step R in place. Step L beside R. QQS

5-6 &Rock R to right side as you sway your body towards the right. Recover on L (prep for turn). Turn ½ left (on L foot) 9:00

7-8Step R to right side. Step L across R.

S4: R Side Triple, Point, Side, R Cross Triple, L Side Mambo.
1 & 2Step R to right side. Step L next to R. Step R to right side.

3-4Point L toe across R. Step L to left side.

5 & 6Cross step R over L. Step L to left side. Cross step R over L.

7 & 8Step L to left side. Step R in place. Step L beside R. QQS

Ending: You will be facing 6 o’clock. Step R fwd. Pivot ½ turn left taking weight on to L. Step R next to L and pose!

Contact: lavinam3@hotmail.com

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About the Choreographer

Lavina Motamedi (Canada) September 2017

Lavina Motamedi, hailing from Canada, brings a vibrant flair to our archive with her captivating dance showcasing her unique artistry since September 2017. With a passion for movement and expression, she continues to inspire others through her dynamic performances and creative energy.

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