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Weight Transfer

Also called: weight shift

Definition

The first layer of the basic: when you step, your whole body shifts so you could lift the free leg, with no hovering or weight stuck between both feet.

Preview of the Basic Pachanga module
Preview of the Basic Pachanga module

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Basic Pachanga, a module of Pachanga

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  • Basic Pachanga
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