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W-Position Arms

Also called: w arms, w position, w variation

Definition

An arm shape where the bent arms form a W. It is used as an extended accent in Toe-Heel-Toe and as a one-arm-at-a-time variation in the Swing Step.

Preview of the Styling 4 module
Preview of the Styling 4 module

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Styling 4, a module of Salsa Footwork 301

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Related moves

  • Arm Styling (The 5 Rules)
  • Hockey Stick Position
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  • Shadow Position
  • Touch and Go
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