There are a few versions of the Ocho Cortado, this is the Linear Ocho Cortado. Tango Topics has within it’s archive: The Circular Ocho Cortado, Ocho Cortado Variations, Ocho Cortado Wraps, and the Rock Step Ocho Cortado. However, this particular Ocho Cortado is a bit different. Usually you will see this Cortado in the United States more often than not. Most people learn the ‘Circular Ocho Cortado’, this is NOT that Ocho Cortado. In this variation the Cortado is typically taught missing a very important component > The ‘Replacement’ Step which creates a monster problem for both roles. If you want to learn more about this and to explain the problem in detail, follow the link below. If you register (which is FREE!!, and below) you can read about the Leading, Following, and Dancing Perspectives which can help you to understand the vocabulary. But if you subscribe (please) you can see the whole video and more including every video on the site, for one price!
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