Double reverse spin

The double reverse spin is a ballroom dance used in the waltz and the quickstep. It typically rotates a full turn in one measure of music, although it can rotate anywhere from a full turn to 3/4. [1]

Footwork

The double reverse turn consists of a heel pivot to Viennese cross for the follower and a reverse turn to toe pivot for the leader.

Man (leader)

Step # Foot Position Alignment Amount of Turn
1 LF fwd Facing LOD Com to turn L
2 RF to side Backing DW 3/8 between 1-2
3 LF closes to RF without weight Facing DW 5/8 between 2-3

Lady (follower)

Step # Foot Position Alignment Amount of Turn
1 RF back Backing LOD Com to turn L
2 LF closes to RF Facing LOD 1/2 between 1-2
3 RF to side and slightly back Backing W 3/8 between 2-3
4 LF crosses in front of RF Backing DW 1/8 between 3-4

[2]

References

  1. BallroomDancers.com
  2. The Ballroom Technique
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