“I can’t move my hips.” is one of the most common reasons why people avoid dancing. When starting out it can be very daunting to see top dancers do hip actions you couldn’t even dream of being able to do; but once you introduce yourself to Cuban Action you realise it’s far simpler!
Cuban Action is used in dances such as Cha Cha, Rumba and Merengue and works when you have one straight leg and one bent leg. Imagine you are waiting for your Uber or Bus and they are running late! As you get tired of standing you generally transfer you weight from one leg to the other. The leg that is straight will have most of your weight, while the bent leg will get a rest. Notice that your hip will roll to the side of the straight leg and be to one side, walah! You have just created Cuban Action.
Now all you need to do is practise this side to side action - check out the video below for some extra tips and tricks to achieve the perfect sassy hip movement!