Forward lock

0 Begin in closed hold, facing diagonally to the line of dance, weight on the LF.

1 Take a step forward (RF), outside of the partner. [slow]

2 Take a step diagonally forward (LF), but make sure that the body remains parallel to the wall. [quick]

3 Cross the RF behind the LF. [quick]

4 Take a step forward (LF). [slow]

0 Begin in closed hold, backing diagonally against the wall, weight on the RF.

1 Take a step backward (LF). [slow]

2 Take a step diagonally backward (RF), but make sure that the body remains parallel to the wall. [quick]

3 Cross the RF in front of the LF, careful to avoid the partner's toes. [quick]

4 Take a step backward (RF). [slow]