Use a compact right-foot hook to make a follower clockwise turn without hand assistance.
Salsa on1 Shines - The Hook Turn
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Description
Use a compact right-foot hook to make a follower clockwise turn without hand assistance.
Use On1 timing: six regular weight changes on 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7 unless an explicitly counted spin recovery, syncopation or held accent is described. Rotation without a step does not add a weight transfer.
Cross loosely and let both feet pivot so the standing knee is not twisted. This catalogue uses the title for the particular practice version described here; naming and sequences vary between schools.
Instructions
Lead
1
Beat 1: Step left forward with weight.
2
Beat 2: Replace weight onto right.
3
Beat 3: Close left underneath you with weight.
5
Beat 4: Pause without an extra step; allow rotation to settle.
6
Beat 5: Step right back with weight.
7
Beat 6: Replace weight onto left.
8
Beat 7: Close right underneath you with weight.
9
Beat 8: Pause without an extra step; keep your balance for the next 1.
Follow
1
Beat 1: Cross right lightly behind left with weight and begin a clockwise hook turn.
2
Beat 2: Step left around with weight, continuing clockwise.
3
Beat 3: Step right with weight to complete one clockwise turn.
5
Beat 4: Pause without an extra step; allow rotation to settle.
6
Beat 5: Step left forward with weight.
7
Beat 6: Replace weight onto right.
8
Beat 7: Close left with weight; reconnect after balancing.
9
Beat 8: Pause without an extra step; keep your balance for the next 1.
Lead Direction
Agree the solo styling opportunity; never turn the follower by pulling a hooked foot position.
Tips
Cross loosely and let both feet pivot so the standing knee is not twisted.
Practice slowly with small steps and keep your own supporting balance.
Common Mistakes
Holding fingers tightly so the connection cannot swivel or release.
Continuing a turn after losing the shared rhythm or your own balance.
