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Heel Flick

Also called: foot flick, heel flicks

Definition

The signature accent of the modern New York style that comes from the ankles, not the hips, keeping the hips neutral. It drives the Charleston Pachanga and can be added into salsa and other dances.

Preview of the Charleston Pachanga module
Preview of the Charleston Pachanga module

Taught in

Charleston Pachanga, a module of Pachanga

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Related moves

  • Twist-Out
  • Charleston Pachanga
  • Knees-In / Knees-Out
  • Close Position
  • Check
  • Pizza Hold
  • Shadow Position
  • Touch and Go

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