Originally Posted by
straycat
2) Connection. In simple terms, the follower will match the leader's bounce. (in reality, there's a little more give and take in that) Because of this, and because the bounce is a nice smooth one, one can maintain a connection that is just as clear as if one is standing still. It also lets you lead the timing of steps - if I have no bounce, and am effectively gliding, it's much harder for my partner to know when I'm stepping. With a bounce, she can feel it far more easily.
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