Dance Six Glossary

Coaster Step

Done to the count of 1&2. Second step is always a step beside the first step
Third step is in the opposite direction It is used to quickly change direction.
A back coaster steps back first.
Ex: 1 Step back on L
& Step R back next to L
2 Step forward on L
A forward coaster steps forward first,
Ex: 1 Step forward on L.
& Step R fwd next to L
2 Step back on L

A Coaster Step is a term used in swing dancing which originated in Lindy swing

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