Daily tip · Published October 16, 2026
Exploring the Left Turn in Triple Two Step
The Left Turn is an essential figure in the Triple Two Step, a lively country dance that encourages connection and rhythm. This movement allows dancers to smoothly change direction while maintaining...
The Left Turn is an essential figure in the Triple Two Step, a lively country dance that encourages connection and rhythm. This movement allows dancers to smoothly change direction while maintaining their flow, adding charm to their performance.
Focusing on practice helps to develop confidence in executing the Left Turn and other figures within the dance. With dedication and attention to detail, newcomers can enhance their skills and enjoy the joy of dance. Find a studio on Floorcraft to learn the Triple Two Step and master the Left Turn.
The step chart
Here is how this figure is danced. Each row is one step, and the columns break down the feet, the timing and the movement. Switch between a step by step view and the full chart with the buttons above the chart.
Technique
Commence: From closed hold, man facing line of dance
A gradual left (counter-clockwise) rotation worked over the basic pattern while continuing to travel down line of dance. The man leads the turn with the left side of his frame.
Man
8| Step | Count | Foot position | Footwork | Alignment | Turn | CBM | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Left foot forward, commencing to turn L | Ball of foot, flat | Facing line of dance | 1/8 to left over 1-3 | Slight contrary body movement to L | Left side of frame leads the rotation |
| 2 | & | Right foot closes toward Left foot | Ball of foot, flat | Turning left | – | – | – |
| 3 | 2 | Left foot forward and around | Ball of foot, flat | Turning left | – | – | – |
| 4 | 3 | Right foot forward, continuing turn | Ball of foot, flat | Turning left | 1/8 to left over 4-6 | – | – |
| 5 | & | Left foot closes toward Right foot | Ball of foot, flat | Turning left | – | – | – |
| 6 | 4 | Right foot forward | Ball of foot, flat | Turning left | – | – | – |
| 7 | 5 | Left foot forward (walk) | Ball of foot, flat | Facing new line of dance | – | – | – |
| 8 | 6 | Right foot forward (walk) | Ball of foot, flat | Facing new line of dance | – | – | – |
Lady
8| Step | Count | Foot position | Footwork | Alignment | Turn | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Right foot back, commencing to turn L | Ball of foot, flat | Backing line of dance | 1/8 to left over 1-3 | Follows man's left-side rotation |
| 2 | & | Left foot closes toward Right foot | Ball of foot, flat | Turning left | – | – |
| 3 | 2 | Right foot back and around | Ball of foot, flat | Turning left | – | – |
| 4 | 3 | Left foot back, continuing turn | Ball of foot, flat | Turning left | 1/8 to left over 4-6 | – |
| 5 | & | Right foot closes toward Left foot | Ball of foot, flat | Turning left | – | – |
| 6 | 4 | Left foot back | Ball of foot, flat | Turning left | – | – |
| 7 | 5 | Right foot back (walk) | Ball of foot, flat | Backing new line of dance | – | – |
| 8 | 6 | Left foot back (walk) | Ball of foot, flat | Backing new line of dance | – | – |
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