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Knees-In / Knees-Out

Also called: knees in knees out, knees-in knees-out mechanic

Definition

The Charleston Pachanga mechanic where, going down, the knees come forward and turn inward by twisting at the ankles, and coming up the knees open out. It is a continuous twist-and-release.

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
  • Heel Flick
  • Close Position
  • Check
  • Pizza Hold
  • Shadow Position
  • Touch and Go

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