(Bachata) Rule #1 of modern patterns — Jero & Migle: "What it really means to lead the shoulder"

“To get her to step in a certain direction, you send her shoulder that way.”

Explaining the basic principle of shoulder leading

“This is how the man communicates his intention to the woman.”

Explaining what shoulder lead means as communication

“If she doesn't step, she'll fall or lose her balance.”

CONTEXTExplaining what goes wrong when you don't follow the shoulder lead

“She always steps in the direction her shoulder leads. It's just like walking naturally.”

Explaining how shoulder lead mirrors a natural walk

“Guys! — send your shoulder in the direction you want. Girls! — step in the direction your shoulder leads you.”

Summing up the rules of shoulder leading