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One dance move a day, written out in counts.

Waltz closed change

A simple three-step figure that changes which foot is free, so you can start the next figure on the other side.

ballroom (waltz) ยท 3 counts

The counts

CountStep
1step forward on the right foot
2step to the side on the left
3close the right foot to the left

Tips

Styling
Give each step a full beat; the waltz should feel even.
Easier
Walk it in place first, counting 1, 2, 3.
The other way
Do it starting with the left foot.

Go at your own pace. Skip any step you'd rather not do.

Checked against: Wikipedia, "Glossary of dance moves". Accessed .

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