The Polka is in 2-4 time, and consists of three steps and one rest. At the beginning, the gentleman slides right foot forward to the right, and brings the left foot to the side of the right ankle.

Continue thus:

FIRST STEP.

Spring on the right foot, and at the same time slide the left foot forward.

SECOND STEP.

Bring the right foot up close behind the left and transfer weight to left foot.

THIRD STEP.

Slide the left foot forward, as in the first step.

FOURTH STEP.

Spring on the left foot, and at the same time turn half around, bringing the right foot up behind, slightly pointed downwards, and close to the ankle of the left. The three steps to complete the circle are the same as described, but made by commencing with the right foot, which is the foot the lady commences with. These steps may be taken forward or backward, and to right or left, by a slight alteration of the first step.

All the steps should be made entirely on the toes, and with elasticity, the knees being slightly bent.