How Do You Learn To Square Dance?
Although learning to square dance can seem challenging at first almost anyone can learn the basic steps. Here’s how to prepare for your own hoedown. Face each other and join hands to form a circle. Turn slightly left or right as directed by the caller. Move forward around the circle enough to cover the distance directed by the caller. Circle left if the caller doesn’t specify which direction to move. Go the full distance around the circle if the caller doesn’t specify a distance. Drop hands at the end of the circle, although couples may continue to hold hands. Step forward three steps. Pause and bring the free foot forward to touch the floor without transferring your weight to the free foot. Step back three steps, starting with the free foot. Pause and touch the free foot down beside the weight bearing foot. Advance by pairs, passing right shoulders. Pass to the right behind your partner. Move backward, passing each other’s left shoulder to return to your starting position. Avoid touch
