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Inside Turn

Advanced Level

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A turn where the follower rotates inward, toward the leader — the quieter, more intimate cousin of the outside turn.

Tips

  • The inside turn feels tighter than the outside turn. Give the follower slightly less momentum — the shorter rotation distance means less energy needed.

Common mistakes

  • Leading it like an outside turn — different hand path
  • Follower taking too big a step and losing balance
  • Not giving enough prep signal before the turn

Practice drill

Alternate 8 turns: inside, outside, inside, outside. Keep the rhythm constant. The transition between the two should feel seamless — same prep, different direction.

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