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

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

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.