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How to Do the Gallop Step in Tap Dancing

Giddy-up! The gallop step in tap dancing mimics the sound of a horse's hooves beating against the ground. The combination incorporates shuffles-- two done in a row on the same foot--along with heel clicks. Hi-yo, Silver!

Things You'll Need

  • Tap shoes
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Instructions

    • 1

      Step on your left and shuffle twice on your right to the count of "1 and 2 and a."

    • 2

      Step on your right and shuffle twice on your left to the count of "3 and 4 and a."

    • 3

      Step on your left and click your heels together on the count of "5 and."

    • 4

      Step right and step left on the count of "a 6."

    • 5

      Click your heels together and step on your right, then step on your left to the count of "and a 7." Hold count 8.

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