If you lose your place, look at the person in front of you. Since it’s a line dance, everyone is doing the same thing.
When you hear "Slide to the left" or "Slide to the right," take a wide step in that direction and drag your trailing foot to meet it. The Cha Cha Slide Dance
This is a "running man" style move. Hop on one foot while kicking the other foot out, alternating back and forth. If you lose your place, look at the person in front of you
The song usually begins with a simple rhythmic march. Get into the groove and wait for the instructions. This is a "running man" style move
Cross your hands back and forth over your knees while bouncing to the beat (reminiscent of the Charleston).
Use this time to "freestyle" or just bounce in place to the beat. "Take it back now": Take three small steps backward.