How to Do a Shuffle in Tap Dancing

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Start by practicing your brush.

   A brush is a simple movement of one foot, letting the ball of your foot brush the ground as you move it in a direction.
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   Step 2: Turn your brush into a shuffle.

   A shuffle is a combination of two brushes
   - one going away from your body and one back to it.
   
   So, naturally, you'll first brush your right foot forward. ,,, Be sure to take it slow at first.
   
   Brush forward, brush back, and step. ,
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   Step 3: Brush your right foot back.

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   Step 4: Step with your whole right foot.

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   Step 5: Try it with your left foot

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   Step 6: Try it faster and faster - practice makes perfect!

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