Triple step

bachata
Level 2
110–145 BPM
Both
8 beats

A triple weight change that compresses three steps into 1-and-2 of the basic count — a hallmark of Dominican bachata syncopation. Both partners share the same triple; the connection stays even through the rapid weight changes.

Cues

Lead and follow cues

Lead

English

{{move_name}} — three quick weight changes on 1-and-2, settle on 3, hip-pop tap on 4

Español

{{move_name}} — tres cambios rápidos de peso en 1-y-2, asienta en 3, hip-pop tap en 4

English

{{move_name}} — match the triple weight change on 1-and-2, settle on 3, tap on 4

Español

{{move_name}} — sigue el triple cambio de peso en 1-y-2, asienta en 3, tap en 4