I think it's mainly practice (and listening to a lot of the same music too many times ). Having said that, there are some tracks that just fade out, or some DJs that fade them out, and it's difficult to finish well on them. Not too many (tracks or DJs), fortunately.
It is tricky getting the timing right, but may I suggest developing:
- An end move that can be drawn-out for a few more beats without straining yourself? For example, a close-in drop - basically, both you and partner body-to-body, face each other, bend your knees and hold, assuming usual UCP "know your partner" caveats...
- "Extension moves" to the end move, which you can use if needed? For example, pulling into a double-handhold sway is a reasonable way to end, you can hold dramatically, then if needed you can draw a circle with your left hands to drag the move out.
- "Quick" and "slow" end moves - I know I sometimes get caught out when a track ends, so it works both ways.
And a good end move requires preparation, of course - getting used to knowing when a track is about to end, then getting into a position / move to allow you to end well.
End moves don't have to be specific separate moves, you can end on a first move or a manspin if you make it dramatic and clear enough, usually by hand "flourish" that This Is The End
Hope that helps...
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