Abanico

The Abanico is a recognized intermediate figure within the Rueda de Casino repertoire, a style of group dance that emerged in Havana, Cuba, during the 1950s ^{[3, 5]}. The name translates to 'fan' in Spanish, reflecting the aesthetic of the hand-connection and the rotational mechanics of the movement ^{[1, 2]}. In a standard Rueda execution, the leader initiates the figure, often following an introductory step such as a 'Dile Que Si', by transitioning the follower's right hand into their own left hand ^[1]. This is followed by a hook turn, which serves as the primary rotational component of the figure ^[1]. Because the basic Abanico can feel incomplete due to its relatively short duration, it is frequently extended or integrated into more complex sequences, such as 'Abanico con Giro' or 'Abanico Complicado', which provide a more comprehensive movement experience ^[1]. As a component of Rueda de Casino, the figure requires the coordination and spatial awareness characteristic of the circular formation, where couples synchronize their movements in response to a caller's commands ^{[2, 4, 6]}.