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Axle Turn

Also called: axel turn, side step turn

Definition

A turn taken with a step to the side rather than back, used at the tail end of a Double Left Turn. It is easier to execute and looks sharper.

Taught in

15 Turn Variations, a module of 15 Turn Variations

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Related moves

  • Right Turn
  • Left Turn
  • Inside Turn
  • Outside Turn
  • Double Turn
  • Axle Turn (Partnerwork)
  • Double Traveling Turn
  • Left Turn (Chachacha)

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