Bachata
Shadow Side-Wave
BachataIntermediatewraps-locksSensual
Wave together, facing out. A side body wave danced in shadow position by both partners.
Also known as: Shadow wave
This move builds: Comfort …on the always-on five — Connection, Frame, Comfort, Posture, Consent.
- Entry
- shadow
- Exit
- shadow
- Tempo
- slow
- Musical use
- accent
- Connector
- No
- Level
- Intermediate
- Cluster
- wraps-locks
- Style
- Sensual
What This Move Is
A side body wave danced inside shadow position, both partners facing the same direction so the wave can be mirrored and synchronized. Led through the shoulder/back frame, never the head.
Key Points
- Lead: From behind in shadow, lead the side wave through the shoulder and back frame so the follow mirrors it; never lead through the head.
- Follow: Wave side-to-side over your own base, matching the lead's timing and direction.
- Timing: One wave over 2-4 counts, held or repeated across the phrase.
- Common mistake: Losing isolation so the wave becomes a sway, or the lead crowding the follow's space.
Style Notes
A satisfying synchronized moment that shows off the shadow position. Keep both partners over their own base.
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