How to Do Basic Shuffles in Tap Dance

Learn how to shuffle and start tap dancing today!

The shuffle is a basic tap dance move. It uses two simple steps and is the basis for many tap routines. If you're interested in tap dancing, learn how to do a basic shuffle. Put on those tap shoes and start dancing!

Things You'll Need

• Tap shoes
• Ballet bar

Instructions

How to Do Basic Shuffles in Tap Dance

1. Put on your tap shoes and head to a ballet bar. When you're standing at a ballet bar, put your left hand on the bar and shuffle with the right foot, or vice versa for balance.

2. Scuff your foot forward. Your heel should not touch the ground.

3. Snap your foot back. This will complete the shuffle. It should be a continuous movement.

4. Listen to how the step sounds as you shuffle. It should sound like "shuf--fle" as you tap. Say the first syllable as you scuff your foot forward and the last syllable when you snap your foot back.

Tips & Warnings

• Practice makes perfect. As you continue to practice your shuffles, you'll be able to do them faster and up to speed with the pros in your classes.