1. Posición de Inicio (Starting Position):
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms relaxed at your sides.
- Balance your weight evenly on both feet.
2. Paso Básico (Basic Step):
- Starting with the right foot, take a small step forward and slightly to the right.
- Transfer your weight to the right foot as you lift the left foot slightly.
- Close the left foot to the right foot with a light tap, slightly bending the knees and keeping your upper body straight.
- Repeat the same steps with the left foot, taking a small step forward and to the left.
3. Paso en Zig-Zag (Zig-Zag Step):
- Take the basic step to the right, but instead of tapping the left foot to close it, continue moving the left foot diagonally forward and to the left.
- Bring the right foot to the left foot, crossing it slightly behind the left foot.
- Transfer the weight to the left foot and straighten the legs.
4. Giro (Turn):
- From the zigzag position, turn your body to the right by pivoting on the left foot.
- At the same time, swing the right foot forward and around to the left, tapping it in front of the left foot.
- Transfer your weight to the right foot as you complete the turn.
5. Zapateo (Foot Stomping):
- While facing forward, do a quick double tap on the floor with the right foot, bringing it back to the starting position.
- Repeat the stomping with your left foot.
- Continue alternating feet for the zapateo.
6. Salto (Jump):
- While stomping, build momentum and jump up into the air.
- During the jump, bring your feet together in the air.
- Land softly on both feet and slightly bounce in place.
7. Posición Final (Ending Position):
- End the dance by taking the basic step to the right and tapping the left foot closed to the right.
- Bring the hands together in front of your chest and bow slightly to end the dance.
La Jota Isabela is often danced in pairs, with partners facing each other and mirroring the steps. The dance is characterized by its lively and energetic movements and its cheerful and playful nature.