In this lesson, we will teach you what it means to have a good connection with your partner, so that you can communicate with each other in the most effective possible way. First, we will discuss the concept of connection, and explain why it's so important. Then we'll illustrate some techniques for improving your connection, such as hand positioning, tone, leverage, and the use of body weight. This may sound complicated, but the techniques are quite simple, and will do wonders for your leading and/or following skills.

• Communication and Connection
• Hand Connections
• The Concept of Push and Pull
• Leading Directional Movements
• Leading Oppositional Movements
• Exercise 1: Stationary Push and Pull
• Exercise 2: Directional Movement
• Exercise 3: Swing Basic
• Review