1. Starting from a neutral position, sink your weight into your heels and let your knees drop downwards
2. Pivot on your heels as you turn your torso to the left; your arms should be in double lan sao position
3. Pivot back 180° to the right, hands remaining in the same position
4. Pivot back 180° to the left.

Details:

• Pivot point is the heels.
• Hips and shoulders should point 90° from the center at the end of each turn
• Feet should be parallel to each other, about 45° off the center
• Entire foot should remain in contact with the ground
• Knees should be bent, pointing in the same direction as the feet

Common mistakes:

• Turning on the balls of the feet
• Not turning the torso all the way
• Feet in the wrong position
• Knees not in (reduces stability and opens groin to kicks)

Teaching Notes:

• Have the student try this at differing speeds.