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How to Dance the Polka

The polka is a dance step that can be used in a variety of ways. You could dance the polka with a partner in standard dance position, or you could use it in a line dance or even aerobics. Once you have the basic step down, you can vary it endlessly. Give it a whirl.

Instructions

  1. How to Dance the Polka

    • 1

      Stand with your feet together and relax your knees.

    • 2

      Step to the right with your right foot.

    • 3

      Step to the right with your left foot, bringing your feet back together again.

    • 4

      Step to the right with your right foot.

    • 5

      Hop on your right foot, bringing your left foot just slightly off the floor.

    • 6

      Step to the left with your left foot.

    • 7

      Step to the left with your right foot, bringing your feet back together again.

    • 8

      Step to the left with your left foot.

    • 9

      Hop on your left foot, bringing your right foot just slightly off the floor.

    • 10

      Repeat the above steps until they feel natural and easy.

    • 11

      Once you have the steps down, turn yourself 180 degrees on the hop in a clockwise direction.

    • 12

      Syncopate your steps so that the first beat is emphasized.

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