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Cotton-Eyed Joe Line Dance

Birthday PartyGame NightHoliday Party
C
PLAYERS
4+
DIFFICULTY
SETTING
Both
MATERIALS
HOW TO PLAY
1

Form lines or a circle with everyone facing the same way.

2

Kick one foot forward twice, then step it back behind the other foot.

3

Repeat the kick-and-step pattern with the other foot.

4

Shuffle or hop forward in a fast heel-toe pattern for several counts.

5

Turn to face a new direction and repeat the whole sequence.

6

Keep the tempo brisk and encourage players to whoop or clap on the accented beats.