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Follow's right hand is in a hammer hold behind their back. The leader, facing the follow, has a right-to-right connection. The lead steps to the left track and pulls the follow through a 2.5 turn, switching to the lead's left hand half way through.

Video examples (3)

1:13 → 1:16 · 3s clip
Ben Morris (leader) &Victoria Henk (follower)

Ben Morris & Victoria Henk - Swingtzerland 2019 Pro Jack & Jill Show - Improv West Coast Swing Dance

2:05 → 2:11 · 6s clip
KP Rutland (leader) &Bryn Anderson (follower)
Twerk It Like MileyBrandon Beal

KP Rutland & Bryn Anderson - 1st place Champions Jack&Jill Finals - Summer Hummer 2024

4:51 → 4:57 · 6s clip
Thibault Ramirez (leader) &Tatiana Mollmann (follower)

Thibault Ramirez & Tatiana Mollmann - Invitational Jack&Jill - Budafest 2024 [FULL EXTENDED]

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