Beginning – Intermediate Hustle

Develop a strong foundation in Hustle dancing with this instructional program by Michelle Kinkaid. Designed for beginning and intermediate dancers, this course focuses on practical lead-and-follow techniques, smooth partner connection, and popular social dance patterns frequently used in clubs, dance parties, and Hustle events.

Through clear demonstrations and progressive instruction, dancers will learn how to execute essential turning actions, passing patterns, shadow positions, and traveling combinations while maintaining balance, timing, and partnership awareness.

The material is suitable for both leaders and followers seeking to improve confidence on the social dance floor and expand their pattern vocabulary.

Topics Covered

• Closed Turning Basic (Crossbody Lead)
• Release and Close (Open and Close)
• Two-Hand Passing Basic
• Head Loop
• Back Pass
• Flick to Shadow – Exit Right
• Optional Strut Walks
• Sliding Doors
• Flick to Shadow – Exit Left
• Hesitation
• Grapevine

Benefits

• Learn core Hustle fundamentals
• Improve lead and follow skills
• Develop smoother partner connection
• Expand your social dance repertoire
• Suitable for practice, teaching, and social dancing