Bachata Improver

Choreographer: ilona tessmer-willis (USA) June 2016

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Improvers: S6 option----dance S1 to avoid turns
Experienced dancers: S3 S7 and S8 turn option listed at bottom

Intro: 64 cts

S1: L & R BASIC SIDE BACHATA
1-2L Step to Left Side, R Closes Next to L

3-4L Step to Left Side, R Tap

5-6R Step to Right Side, L Closes Next to R

7-8R Step to Right Side, L Tap

S2: L & R OPEN BACHATA
1-2L Step to Left Side, Recover Weight on R (weight shift, not rock)

3-4L Close Next to R, Tap R

5-6R Step to Right Side, Recover Weight on L (weight shift not rock)

7-8R Close Next to L, Tap L

S3: 1/2 R TURN: L & R BASIC SIDE BACHATA (OPTION: FULL RIGHT TURN, COUNTS 5-8)
1-21/8 Right: L Step to Left Side, R Closes Next to L

3-41/8 Right: L Step to Left Side, R Tap

5-61/8 Right: R Step to Right Side, L Closes Next to R

7-81/8 Right: R Step to Right Side, L Tap

S4: 3/4 R TURN: L BASIC SIDE BACHATA, WALK HOLD
1-21/8 Turn Right: L Step to Left Side, R Closes Next to L

3-41/8 Turn Right: L Step to Left Side, R Tap

5-81/2 Turn Right: Walk R L R Hold (weight stays on right)

S5: L FORWARD BASIC BACHATA, R BACK BASIC BACHATA
1-2L Step Forward, R Closes Next to L

3-4L Step Forward, R Tap

5-6R Step Back, L Closes Next to R,

7-8R Step Back, Tap L

S6: FULL TURN L & R {OPTION TO TURN: DANCE S1 }
1-2Left Full turn: L Step to Left Side, ½ L Pivot with R

3-41/2 L Pivot with L, Tap R

5-6Right Full turn: R Step to Right Side, ½ R Pivot: L

7-81/2 Pivot with R, Tap L

S7: L FORWARD BASIC BACHATA, R BACK BASIC BACHATA (OPTION: FULL RIGHT TURN, COUNTS 5-8)
1-2L Step Forward, R Closes Next to L

3-4L Step Forward, R Tap

5-6R Step Back, L Closes Next to R,

7-8R Step Back, Tap L

S8: L CROSS OVER, SWAY (OPTION TO SWAY: FULL RIGHT TURN, COUNTS 5-8)
1-2L Crosses Over R, R Step Back

3-4L Step Back, R Cross over L

5-8Sway (weight ends on right) (Option: Full Right turn)

TAGS: -
Wall3 –dance S1 & 2, hold 4 counts, continue with S3
Wall6- hold 4 counts, continue with S5
Wall7- hold 4 counts, continue with S1

OPTION TO TURN: S3, S7, S8
Right Full turn: R Step to Right Side, ½ R Pivot: L 7-8 1/2 Pivot with R, Tap L

Fun Fact: The word “Bachata” means party or being social; the dance originated in Santo Domingo & originally came out of Bolero.

Have “a party” dancing !

Contact: hel.38@att.net

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About the Choreographer

ilona tessmer-willis (USA) June 2016

Ilona Tessmer-Willis from the USA has captivated audiences with her dynamic performances since June 2016, showcasing her exceptional talent in dance. With three mesmerizing pieces featured in our archive, she continues to inspire through her creative artistry and passion for movement.

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