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Punta Talon

Definition

Cross on 7, then point on 1, heel on 2 and cross on 3, with no weight on that leg: your weight remains on the other leg.

Preview of the Punta Talon module
Preview of the Punta Talon module

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Punta Talon, a module of Salsa On1 201

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From the module notes

What This Module Trains 🎯

One heel twist step danced On1: the Punta Talon, point and heel. It uses the same concept of twisting the hips as the basic heel twists, for a little bit more advanced step.

The Moves 🧠

Lesson 1.

Punta Talon. Cross on 7, then point on 1, heel on 2 and cross on 3, with no weight on that leg: your weight remains on the other leg.

  • Repeat on the other side: point on 5, heel on 6, cross on 7.
  • When you point, your knee is in.
  • Twist the knee out, then go with the heel.
  • Switch your hips on every step, right and left.

How the Drill Runs 🔁

  1. Punta Talon from the front, crossing on 7
  2. From the back, twice
  3. Last time, into a basic

Technique Cues 💡

  • Twist the knee out before the heel, otherwise it looks messy.
  • Keep your body straight, don't go in.
  • Stay on your toes so you can pivot better.
  • Keep your upper body square.

💡 Drill it: twist those hips.

🎯 Community

Practice without judging yourself. Every dancer started exactly where you are. Be patient. This lands in the body over months, not days. Record yourself. You will see things you cannot feel. Post it in the community tab, or on Instagram tagging the page.

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  • Suzy Q
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  • Flare
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  • Salsa Arm
  • Kick
  • Heel Twist
  • Crossover

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