1. Opening:
- Couples face each other in a circle, forming an inner and outer circle.
2. First Step:
- Each couple shuffles their feet in place for 8 counts.
3. Second Step:
- On count 1, the man on the outer circle takes two steps towards the woman in the inner circle.
- On counts 2-3, they hop towards each other.
- On count 4, they jump and clap on the 1st beat and move back to their original positions on the 2nd beat.
4. Repeat:
- Repeat steps 1-3 with partners in the inner and outer circles alternating and moving in the opposite direction.
5. Change Partners:
- After the second round, couples change partners and continue the dance.
General Movement:
- Foot Movement: The basic step involves shuffling and hopping in place, with some jumping.
- Arm Movement: Arms are raised when hopping and lowered during the shuffling steps.
- Body Movement: There is a slight shift in body weight when partners move toward each other.