The Walkover
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This lesson is all about The Walkover — one of our favorite tricks to add a little flash to your dancing. It looks impressive but is surprisingly easy once you know the setup. We’ll start by showing you what The Walkover looks like, then break it down step by step. You’ll learn how to set up the move, the footwork for both leader and follower, how to stay connected, and how to finish clean so it feels smooth and natural. The Walkover works great in both Two Step and Country Swing, and it’s a fun way to surprise your partner or get a reaction from the crowd. Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been dancing for a while, this is a move you’ll want to keep in your back pocket for those moments when you want to stand out.
Intro To Dips
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Country Swing wouldn’t be what it is without the dramatic flair of dips and drops—and this collection teaches you how to pull them off safely, smoothly, and with style. In this section, Anthony and Rose walk you through a variety of dynamic moves designed to make your dancing pop on the floor. Whether you're just learning your first dip or ready to try more advanced drops, these lessons emphasize proper technique, safety, and control—because nothing kills a vibe faster than rushing into a dip unprepared. Learn how to support your partner’s weight, create strong lines, and execute impressive shapes without sacrificing balance or connection. Take your time, build your confidence, and add these crowd-pleasing moves to your Country Swing toolbelt.
Neck Roll Dip
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In this intermediate-level Country Swing lesson, Anthony and Rose teach a dip that blends flash with flow: the Neck Roll Dip. It’s a crowd-pleaser with a cool illusion built in—combining a neck roll entry with a deep, stylish dip that adds drama without needing big lifts or tricks. You’ll learn how to guide your partner into the dip using a neck roll that travels over the shoulder and around the back. The technique relies on staying close, keeping control, and knowing exactly when to make contact and when to release. Timing is key, and body placement matters. Rose breaks down the follower's role in guarding the arms, supporting her center, and creating that gorgeous shape by lifting through the hips and arching the head back for maximum visual impact. The best part? That satisfying contrast between movement and stillness. This dip hits hard because you build up momentum—then stop on a dime. It’s a stylish move that adds drama without being too complicated once you understand the mechanics. You’ll get step-by-step breakdowns, safety tips, and technique pointers to help you master this move with control and confidence. Add this one to your repertoire and get ready for compliments on the dance floor.
The Princess Dip
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This stylish Country Swing dip combines a smooth lift, solid technique, and just the right amount of flair. In this lesson, Anthony and Rose break down The Princess Dip (Also know as the Low Lift Dip)—a move that blends a supported lean with a compact lift, without ever going overhead. It’s a move that looks impressive but stays safe and manageable when done correctly, making it a great addition to any intermediate dancer’s toolkit. You’ll learn how to position your body, how to time the entry, and how to support your partner’s weight using proper leverage rather than brute strength. The key is all in the setup: from the roll-in and frame to leg placement and center alignment, this move relies on control and clear connection. Leaders will also learn how to rotate the upper body to lower and return smoothly, while followers learn how to hold shape, kick without force, and finish gracefully. Safety tips, partner communication, and even common mistakes are all addressed. Whether you're dancing at a honky tonk or preparing for a performance, the Low Lift Dip adds elegance, excitement, and just the right amount of drama to your dance. This one’s a crowd favorite—give it a try!
The Rag Doll
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The Ragdoll is a fun and eye-catching dip that adds drama, rotation, and style to your Country Swing. In this intermediate-level tutorial, you’ll learn how to smoothly lead and follow this two-part dipping move where the follower “melts” over the leader’s leg, rotates through, and comes back up with a stylish finish. This move is both flashy and surprisingly comfortable when done right—and this lesson walks you through exactly how to make it feel that way. You’ll start with setup and hand positioning, then learn how to roll the follower into the dip with control and support. The key is proper placement of the leader’s right leg between the follower’s legs, creating a solid base or “shelf” to support the lean. From there, you’ll learn how to rotate the follower from one side to the other, adding dynamic movement and flow. Both partners will pick up safety tips, foot placement details, and arm styling options. Whether you’re dancing at a honky tonk or performing at a showcase, the Ragdoll will definitely turn heads—and this lesson makes it easy to master without risk or confusion. By the end, you’ll have a smooth, stylish dip that feels as good as it looks.
The Cuddle Drop
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The Cuddle Drop is a dramatic, eye-catching move in Country Swing that takes the basic cuddle position and turns it into a full weight-supported drop. Taught by Anthony and Rose, this move is ideal for intermediate dancers who have already mastered the Cuddle Lean and are ready to level up with something flashier. Unlike a traditional dip where weight is shared, the Cuddle Drop requires the leader to fully support the follower's weight in a smooth, safe descent and lift. It begins with a cuddle wrap but continues by guiding the follower directly in front of the leader instead of off to the side. From there, the follower rotates, extends, and is lowered into a deep dip-like position with both arms supported and a strong connection through the center. Throughout the lesson, you’ll learn proper foot placement, weight distribution, body positioning, and how to arch the follower’s back for a beautiful line (without ending up with a droopy dip). The video includes detailed technique for both roles, safety tips, and coaching on how to make the movement look polished and effortless. The Cuddle Drop looks impressive on the dance floor—and with the right prep and practice, you’ll feel just as good dancing it as it looks.
The Cuddle Lean
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In this beginner-friendly Country Swing dip tutorial, you’ll learn how to confidently lead and follow one of the most popular and widely used dips in country partner dancing—the Cuddle Lean. This move is often a dancer’s first dip and shows up in social dancing everywhere, so it’s a must-know for your repertoire. Anthony and Rose guide you through the step-by-step mechanics of the dip, including how to roll your partner in, where to position your hands, how to create a stable frame, and how to safely support your partner’s lean. You'll also learn why body placement and weight distribution are key to making this move feel smooth, safe, and stylish—without turning it into a tug-of-war or risking a fall. For followers, Rose explains how to control your center, avoid dumping weight into your partner, and maintain balance throughout the dip. For leaders, you’ll learn how to cue the move clearly and how to keep it feeling effortless (no grunting allowed!). This tutorial is full of tips for safety, comfort, and technique—plus a few laughs and relatable moments that make learning fun. By the end, you’ll be ready to use the Cuddle Lean confidently on the dance floor.
CS: Hair Flip and Neck Roll Dip
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Ready to level up your country swing game? This flashy combo blends style, control, and just the right amount of drama. Anthony and Rose walk you through the Hair Flip and Neck Roll Dip — an intermediate-to-advanced move that kicks off with a classic country swing rhythm before rolling straight into a hair-whipping, head-ducking, body-opening turn sequence that leads right into a smooth, connected dip. This move uses a two-hand hold and starts with a familiar basic before quickly shifting into a series of rolling transitions and neck rolls. The highlight is the final dip, where the leader creates a “shelf” using a bent leg, supporting the follower in a stylish, balanced lean. You’ll get tips on hand positioning, footwork rhythm, and timing for both partners — plus breakdowns of key moments like the underarm hand switch, the head duck cue, and how to maintain clean rotation and spacing throughout. Rose gives guidance for followers on how to stay grounded and balanced, while Anthony talks leaders through walking around the pattern and managing support for the dip. This one’s got flair and flow — and once you get it down, it looks downright impressive on the floor.
Two Hand Drop
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In this video, Anthony and Rose teach a crowd-favorite trick straight from their workshop at the Stagecoach Music Festival in Southern California—a dramatic and super cool Country Swing Dip. It looks impressive, feels powerful, and best of all… it’s not as hard as it looks (once you know the trick to it). Starting from a basic alternating turn into a wrap position, Rose shows how the follower pivots on her right foot while sweeping the left through in a big, clean arc. She breaks down exactly how to keep the shape strong and safe—hips up, core tight, and a clean head drop for that perfect photo finish. Anthony explains what the leader needs to do to make this work (and not accidentally launch anyone across the dance floor). You’ll learn how to support your partner by getting her weight centered and bracing properly through a palm-to-palm connection—no saggy posture allowed. This one gets a lot of attention when done right, so take your time with it. Practice slow, build confidence, and when you’re ready, add that head dip and go full Hollywood. This is a go-to performance move you’ll love having in your pocket.
CS: Princess Dip Combo
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In this lesson, Anthony and Rose break down a smooth and stylish country swing combo that includes wraps, reverses, redirection, and (if you’re up for it) a full-on dip at the end. It’s a longer pattern with a lot of cool elements, but everything is built from basic movements you already know—so it’s way more doable than it looks. They’ll walk you through how to start in a cuddle wrap position, guide your partner into a compression turn using leverage—not force—and then reverse the direction into a beautiful rotating neck roll. It all ends with a dramatic (but safe and supported) dip that’s perfect for adding some wow factor to your social dancing. You’ll also learn how to use elasticity instead of tension, how to create flow without jerking each other around, and how to stay connected the entire time—whether you're leading or following. The dip breakdown is especially detailed, with tips on positioning, support, and how to make it look low and impressive without needing to muscle your way through it. This one’s perfect for dancers who want to level up their country swing with smoother transitions and performance-worthy endings.
CS: Cuddle Lean
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This lesson is part two in the Country Swing series, so if you haven’t watched part one yet (which covers alternating underarm turns), go back and check that one out first—otherwise you’ll feel like that kid walking into the middle of a movie asking, “What’s going on?” In this video, Anthony and Rose build on the basics with two fun and flashy moves: The Cuddle and The Cuddle Lean. The cuddle introduces a rotating inside turn into a cradle-like position, with clean footwork, timing, and hand placement that keeps everything smooth. You’ll learn how to enter and exit the cuddle cleanly, how to keep the follower’s shoulders aligned, and why the hands must go up and down during that step—not before or after. Then, the Cuddle Lean adds a dramatic (but easy) variation, where the follower leans against the leader for a low dip-style accent. You’ll get tips for keeping it safe, comfortable, and supportive—no face-plants allowed. These moves are perfect for adding style to your country swing, and they connect directly into patterns like the Peekaboo, which comes next. If you're ready to level up your social dancing, this is where things get fun.
Thread The Needle
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Looking to add something flashy to your dancing without learning an entire new routine? This trick move works in Two Step, West Coast Swing, Polka, East Coast Swing—pretty much anything in the country dance world. It’s got spins, wraps, and a slick behind-the-back slide that’ll definitely get some attention on the dance floor. Even better? You can plug it into lots of different patterns across different styles, once you understand the hand positions. In this tutorial, Anthony and Rose walk you through exactly how the move works—focusing not on footwork, but on what actually makes or breaks the trick: the arms. You'll learn the key hand connections, how to lead the neck wrap safely (and stylishly), and how to make it feel effortless instead of awkward. There’s also a heads-up for height differences, plus an explanation of how to “drive” the move instead of dragging your partner through it. This one’s a little tricky at first, but totally worth the practice. And once you’ve got it down, you can throw it into Two Step or West Coast Swing without changing the whole pattern. Just add the arm styling and boom—it’s a showstopper.
3 Cool Dips
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This one’s packed with cool stuff. Anthony and Rose walk you through a collection of dips and tricks that can be used across just about any country dance—Two Step, West Coast Swing, Country Swing—you name it. You’ll start with the “Cuddle Drop,” a dramatic-looking move that’s way easier than it looks (and yes, it works in small spaces). Then they break down the popular “No-Hands Dip,” which looks like pure wizardry but is really just about smart leverage and body placement. No strength required—just timing, positioning, and trust. You’ll learn how to control the movement, where to place your partner’s weight (and your own), and how to practice safely without ending up in a chiropractor’s office. Plus, they show variations on each move and how to get into them from different dances. These aren’t just flashy tricks—they’re also built with technique that keeps both dancers feeling balanced and confident. This video is a full crash course in the dips and tricks department, whether you're performing, dancing socially, or just want to spice up your favorite patterns. Take your time with each piece, and don’t forget… practice safe dippin’.
Two Hand Dip
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In this video, Anthony and Chelsea teach a super cool two-handed dip that works in any partner dance style—Two Step, West Coast, East Coast, Country Swing, Polka, whatever you’re into. This one looks impressive, but it's surprisingly leadable once you understand how it works. The dip starts from a right-to-left hand connection and turns into a rolling entry where the follower lifts her arm vertically (not out to the side!) so the leader can safely guide her into position. Anthony explains exactly how to connect through the upper arms without grabbing, pinching, or ending up in weird (and awkward) places. You'll also learn how the leader rotates the follower under and grabs the other arm, creating a double-arm support position before settling into a side lunge for the final dip. Timing and body placement are key here, and they cover how to set the dip cleanly, avoid common mistakes like leaning too far or kicking the leg too high, and—most importantly—how to hold the dip long enough for the crowd (or camera) to appreciate it. This is the kind of move that gets attention on the dance floor and looks way harder than it actually is. Just make sure to practice safely and with good communication!
The Neck Drop
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The neck drop is one of those dance tricks that turns heads—literally and figuratively. In this video, Anthony and Rose teach the mechanics of this dramatic-looking move, showing how to lead and follow it safely while still making it feel stylish and impressive. Anthony walks through the setup, hand placement, and how to create the right angle for the neck roll without putting strain on your partner. Rose shares what it feels like from the follower’s side and explains how to control your body so you don’t get pulled or yanked into the drop. They also cover different exit options and how to transition smoothly into or out of the neck drop mid-combo. This trick might look risky, but with the right form, it’s way more approachable than it seems—and the payoff is huge. If you’re looking to add something bold and unique to your Two Step, Swing, or Salsa toolkit, and want to make sure it’s done safely and cleanly, this is the perfect video to practice.