Beginner Salsa Lesson On2 | Reverse Cross Body Lead | Salsa Dance Tips, Breakdown and Practice

Learn how to Salsa Dance On2 one move at a time. In this easy follow-along lesson we give Salsa tips from the leader's and follower's perspective, teaching the Reverse Cross Body Lead.

At Level 1, you are just learning the basic steps, Cross Body Lead, and basic turns of Salsa Dancing. You may have no previous dance experience, so you're learning about the music, timing, and you may be counting music for the first time. You are also learning the nuances of partner dancing, so you'll be learning about how to connect with your dance partner and social dance etiquette.

The Reverse Cross Body Lead is a connecting move that allows you to travel instead of staying in one place.

This is perfect follow-along video whether you’re practicing alone or with a partner.

Enjoy! Thanks for watching!

~The Salsa Beat

Timestamps:
00:00 Lesson Preview for the Reverse Cross Body Lead.
00:36 What is a Reverse Cross Body Lead?
01:28 Leader's Footwork for the Reverse Cross Body Lead.
02:52 Follower's Footwork for the Reverse Cross Body Lead.
04:06 Practice Without Connecting.
05:22 Connection: How to Lead & Follow the Reverse Cross Body Lead.
08:57 Common Mistakes #1
10:11 Common Mistake #2
11:15 Important Tip
12:12 Practice with Counts
13:32 Practice with Music
16:00 Great job! You did it!

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Music by:
Arroz Con Pollo by Kevin MacLeod
http://incompetech.com/