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    How do you shuffle dance for beginners?
    Dariusz Horvath-Krol
    Professional Ballroom Dancer & Dance Instructor
    Dariusz Horvath-Krol is a Professional Ballroom Dancer and Dance Instructor based in New York. With more than 20 years of dance experience, he specializes in ballroom dancing, hip-hop, funk, and ballet. He has also spent the last seven years performing and working with Dancing With The Stars professionals. Dariusz has received full bronze, full silver, and gold awards from The Dance Vision International Dance Association.
    Professional Ballroom Dancer & Dance Instructor
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    You have to skip back on one foot, then make a tiny hop onto the other foot in front of you. All you gotta do now is repeat this process, as the difficulty simply lies in the repetition.
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    Is it okay to do this barefoot?
    Sombra
    Community Answer
    Yes, but it is easier to do with socks or flexible shoes. It also depends on the kind of shuffle and where you are performing it.
  • Question
    Can you go forward doing the T-shuffle?
    Community Answer
    Yes. When you step forward, you should move a longer distance than when you move your feet backward. Practice makes perfect.
  • Question
    How long does it take to learn how to shuffle dance?
    Community Answer
    Not long, you can learn it in 10-15 minutes but practicing a lot will make it look more professional.
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    What shoes should I wear?
    Community Answer
    Where non-slip shoes to make sure you have the best traction. Also, make sure they are comfortable shoes.
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    Do I have to be flexible to do the shuffle dance?
    Community Answer
    No, the dance is mostly about moving your feet, you don't need a flexible body to do that.
  • Question
    How much time does it take to make the dance clean?
    Jnerdahl
    Community Answer
    There's no specific time limit. You will just have to keep practicing until you make it perfect.
  • Question
    Can I learn to shuffle on carpet with socks on?
    Community Answer
    Yes, but using socks on carpet will create a lot of friction, so I recommend using a hard floor if possible.
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    Could I do this without socks?
    Community Answer
    You could, but it may be much easier to shuffle in your socks.
  • Question
    Would doing taekwondo help me with the shuffle dance?
    Community Answer
    No, taekwondo won't really help you with the shuffle dance.
  • Question
    What steps do I take to make the routine easier?
    Community Answer
    Don’t try to slide as much, as it will cause more friction; stay light on your feet. Most importantly, remember that it takes time and practice. You can’t jump right into it perfectly.
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    What angle should your feet be at when shuffling?
    Community Answer
    The soles of your feet should be approximately 180 degrees from the ground.
  • Question
    Can I do the shuffle up some stairs?
    Community Answer
    Yes, you can. Doing the running man up the stairs will make it seem that you have more experience than others, and if you post a video online, it’s quite possible that it’ll go viral.
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    Can I shuffle on carpet if I don't have a hard floor?
    Community Answer
    Yes definitely, you can shuffle on any surface! You may find, however, that there is more resistance on carpet in comparison to doing it on hard floor.
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    Do I have to move quickly to make the shuffle look more clear?
    Community Answer
    No, but try to keep always the same speed (not too slow). Don't be tensed up so that it looks more natural.
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