Daily tip · Published November 1, 2026
Spotlight on the Lady's Underarm Turn in Cowboy Cha Cha
The Lady's Underarm Turn is a charming figure in the Cowboy cha cha, a lively dance in the Country style. This figure adds flair and elegance, allowing dancers to express themselves while showcasing...
The Lady's Underarm Turn is a charming figure in the Cowboy cha cha, a lively dance in the Country style. This figure adds flair and elegance, allowing dancers to express themselves while showcasing their connection with their partners.
Focused practice on the Lady's Underarm Turn can enhance your overall technique and lead to a more enjoyable dance experience. Consistent rehearsal not only builds confidence but also deepens the understanding of movement within the dance. Consider finding a studio on Floorcraft to start your journey with this engaging figure.
The step chart
Here is how this figure is danced. Each row is one step, and the columns break down the feet, the timing and the movement. Switch between a step by step view and the full chart with the buttons above the chart.
Technique
Commence: From one-hand hold (man's left to lady's right), both facing LOD
The man raises his left hand and leads the lady to turn right (clockwise) under the joined hands during her cha-cha-cha triple while he marks the basic in place. A staple newcomer turn done traveling forward along LOD.
Man
10| Step | Count | Foot position | Footwork | Alignment | Turn | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Left foot back (rock back) | Ball of foot, flat | Facing line of dance | Nil | Begin to raise L hand |
| 2 | 2 | Replace forward onto Right foot | Ball of foot, flat | Facing line of dance | Nil | Raise L hand over lady's head |
| 3 | 3 | Left foot forward, marking | Ball of foot, flat | Facing line of dance | Nil | Lead lady to turn R under arm |
| 4 | & | Right foot closes toward Left foot | Ball of foot, flat | Facing line of dance | Nil | – |
| 5 | 4 | Left foot forward | Ball of foot, flat | Facing line of dance | Nil | – |
| 6 | 5 | Right foot forward (rock forward) | Ball of foot, flat | Facing line of dance | Nil | Lower L hand |
| 7 | 6 | Replace back onto Left foot | Ball of foot, flat | Facing line of dance | Nil | – |
| 8 | 7 | Right foot back | Ball of foot, flat | Facing line of dance | Nil | – |
| 9 | & | Left foot closes toward Right foot | Ball of foot, flat | Facing line of dance | Nil | – |
| 10 | 8 | Right foot back | Ball of foot, flat | Facing line of dance | Nil | – |
Lady
10| Step | Count | Foot position | Footwork | Alignment | Turn | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Right foot forward (rock forward) | Ball of foot, flat | Facing line of dance | Nil | Receive raised hand |
| 2 | 2 | Replace back onto Left foot | Ball of foot, flat | Facing line of dance | Commence turn right | – |
| 3 | 3 | Right foot forward, turning R under arm | Ball of foot, flat | Turning right | 1/3 to right | Turn under joined hands |
| 4 | & | Left foot continues turn R | Ball of foot, flat | Turning right | 1/3 to right | – |
| 5 | 4 | Right foot forward, completing turn to face line of dance | Ball of foot, flat | Facing line of dance | 1/3 to right | – |
| 6 | 5 | Left foot back (rock back) | Ball of foot, flat | Facing line of dance | Nil | – |
| 7 | 6 | Replace forward onto Right foot | Ball of foot, flat | Facing line of dance | Nil | – |
| 8 | 7 | Left foot forward | Ball of foot, flat | Facing line of dance | Nil | – |
| 9 | & | Right foot closes toward Left foot | Ball of foot, flat | Facing line of dance | Nil | – |
| 10 | 8 | Left foot forward | Ball of foot, flat | Facing line of dance | Nil | – |
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