Ginga lateral

kizomba
Level 2
60–110 BPM
Both
8 beats

A lateral swaying figure derived from semba's ginga, the swaying motion at the root of Angolan partner dance that predates kizomba. Sways over counts 1-3, settles on 4; reverses on 5-8.

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Cues

Lead and follow cues

Lead

English

{{move_name}}, semba-derived swaying ginga on 1-3, settle on 4; reverse on 5-8.

Español

{{move_name}}, ginga balanceada derivada del semba en 1 a 3, asienta en 4; invierte en 5 a 8.

English

{{move_name}}, match the swaying ginga rhythm on 1-3, settle on 4.

Español

{{move_name}}, sigue el ritmo de ginga balanceado en 1 a 3, asienta en 4.