Bachata
Side-by-Side Travelling
BachataBeginnertravellingModernconnector
Move together, facing out. A lateral travelling step danced side by side, often into shadow.
Also known as: Caminando lateral
This move builds: Floorcraft & Safety …on the always-on five — Connection, Frame, Comfort, Posture, Consent.
- Entry
- side-by-side
- Exit
- side-by-side
- Tempo
- any
- Musical use
- travelling
- Connector
- Yes — connects side-by-side → side-by-side vocabulary
- Level
- Beginner
- Cluster
- travelling
- Style
- Modern
What This Move Is
A lateral step-tap travelling pattern danced side by side, both partners facing the same direction. It provides musical contrast and is the common gateway into and out of shadow position.
Key Points
- Lead: Push the frame laterally, step-tap step-tap, staying connected through the hands or shoulder frame.
- Follow: Match the lateral travel and timing; keep the shared pulse so you do not drift apart.
- Timing: Travels across both halves with the usual step-tap structure.
- Common mistake: Timing drift while travelling, or losing the frame connection between partners.
Style Notes
A simple connector into the shadow and side-by-side family. Good for navigating a crowded floor while still looking intentional.
Chains into
After this, you can flow into…