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From Module 4, Movement and exercise

Side-step line

A side-step dance, inspired by halay and dabke.

Time
2 to 5 minutes
Level
Gentle
Position
Standing or sitting
Equipment
Music you like, if you want it
Space
A little floor space

Step by step

Show the steps for
  1. 1.Stand in a line with other women, or on your own. Hold hands only if you want to.
  2. 2.Step to the right with your right foot.
  3. 3.Bring your left foot next to it and tap the floor.
  4. 4.Step to the left with your left foot. Bring your right foot next to it and tap the floor.
  5. 5.Keep going in time with the music.

Sitting down

Sit near the front of a chair. Tap your feet out to the side in turn, in time with the music.

Make it fit you

Easier

Make the steps small. Hold the back of a chair.

Harder

Take two steps before each tap.

Sources

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