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Choreographer: Irene Groundwater , (May 2012)

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Step Sheet

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Intro: 16 counts
Note - Counts 29-30: Absolute beginners – instead of R. fwd. ¼ turn left, - Side step R, replace weight on L
This then makes the dance a one wall dance instead of 4 wall.

Intro Note: If you start dance after 48 counts – You will end up facing front wall – Last round –
Dance counts 1 to 4 slowly – Raise hands above head and wave. (No turn to face front.)

Special Ending: See below

[1-8] SIDE, TOG, SIDE, CLAP CLAP, SIDE, TOG, SIDE, CLAP CLAP,
1-2-3&4Side step R, Step L beside R, Side step R, Clap twice to the right

5-6-7&8Side step L, Step R beside L, Side step L, Clap twice to the left

[9-16] FWD, FWD, FWD, CLAP CLAP, BACK, BACK, BACK, CLAP CLAP
1-2-3&4R forward, L forward, R forward, Clap twice to the right

5-6-7&8L back, R back, L back, Clap twice to the left

[17-24] BACK, BACK, BACK, CLAP CLAP, FWD, FWD, FWD, CLAP CLAP
1-2-3&4R back, L back, R back, Clap twice to the right

5-6-7&8L forward, R forward, L forward, Clap twice to the left

[25-32] ROCKING CHAIR, FWD, ¼ TURN L, STOMP UP (weight on L), CLAP CLAP
1-2-3&4R forward, Replace weight on L, R back, Replace weight on L

5-6R forward, Pivot ¼ turn left on R Ball as you replace weight on L

7&8Stomp R beside L (weight stays on L), Clap twice overhead.

(Opt. for Abs. Beginners - Counts 29, 30 – Side step R, Replace weight on L – No turn)

BEGIN AGAIN

Ending: Dance counts 1 to 8 at normal speed,
Rocking Chair R forward Turn ¾ turn left on R Ball to face front and wave.
[1-8] SIDE, TOG, SIDE, CLAP CLAP, SIDE, TOG, SIDE, CLAP CLAP,
1-2-3&4Side step R, Step L beside R, Side step R, Clap twice to the right

5-6-7&8Side step L, Step R beside L, Side step L, Clap twice to the left

7-8-9&10R forward, Replace weight on L, R back, Replace weight on L

11-12R forward, Pivot ¾ turn left on R Ball as you replace weight on L –Wave.

Absolute Beginners – Don’t slow down with the music.
[1-8] SIDE, TOG, SIDE, CLAP CLAP, SIDE, TOG, SIDE, CLAP, CLAP
Then - Turn to face front wall and wave……………………………………….

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About the Choreographer

Irene Groundwater , (May 2012)

Irene Groundwater, a talented artist featured in our archive since May 2012, has captivated audiences with her dynamic performances and innovative choreography. With two mesmerizing dances showcased in our collection, Irene continues to inspire and uplift through her artistry.

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