Pray It Away

Choreographer: Jo Thompson Szymanski – 2012

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Intro: 32 counts

[1-8] SUGAR PUSH & BACK ROCK
1 – 2Step R forward; Step L forward

3 – 4Touch R slightly behind L; Step R back to right diagonal

Option for counts 3 – 4: Small back, lock, back (R,L,R) (3&4)
5 – 6Touch L slightly behind R; Step L back to left diagonal

Option for counts 5 – 6: Small back, lock, back (L,R,L) (5&6)
7 – 8Rock R back; Recover forward to L

[9-16] REPEAT [1-8]: SUGAR PUSH & BACK ROCK
1 – 2Step R forward; Step L forward

3 – 4Touch R slightly behind L; Step R back to right diagonal

Option for counts 3 – 4: Small back, lock, back (R,L,R) (3&4)
5 – 6Touch L slightly behind R; Step L back to left diagonal

Option for counts 5 – 6: Small back, lock, back (L,R,L) (5&6)
7 – 8Rock R back; Recover forward to L

[17-24] STOMP, HOLD, 1/4 TURN LEFT, HOLD, STOMP, HOLD, 1/4 TURN LEFT, HOLD
1 – 2Stomp (or step) R forward (Arms go out palms down); Hold

3 – 4Turn ¼ left shift weight to L; Hold

5 – 6Stomp (or step) R forward (Arms go out palms down); Hold

7 – 8Turn ¼ left shift weight to L; Hold

Note: For a 1-wall version of this dance substitute the following instead of the ¼ turns.
.1 – 2 Stomp R forward, do not shift weight to it (Arms go out palms down); Hold.
.3 – 4 Step R to right; Hold
.5 – 6 Stomp L forward, do not shift weight to it (Arms go out palms down); Hold
.7 – 8 Step L to left; Hold
Note: The above 8 count variation does not move forward.

[25-32] SAILOR STEP X 4 – RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT
1 & 2Step R behind L; Step L to left; Step R in place (slightly forward)

3 & 4Step L behind R; Step R to right; Step L in place (slightly forward)

5 – 8Repeat above 4 counts.

Easy option: Instead of the Sailor Steps do 4 triple steps in place.

Start again from the beginning.

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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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