X-step

An X-step forms the letter "X" with your feet as you step up on the bench and straddle down.

In the animation, both right lead (starting beside the bench) and left lead (starting straddling) are shown.

This move is done in 8 counts:

• 1. Step up on top of bench, in the middle, with the lead foot.
• 2. Bring the other foot next to it so you are standing on top of the bench.
• 3. Step down and forward with the lead foot, to the side of the bench.
• 4. Step down and forward with the other foot to the opposite side of the bench. You are now straddling the top of the bench.
• 5. Step back up to the top middle of the bench with your lead foot.
• 6. Bring your other foot back to the bench. You are now on top of the bench, the same as count 2.
• 7. Step down and backward with the lead foot, off to the side of the bench.
• 8. Step down and backward with the other foot to the opposite side of the bench. You are now straddling the bottom of the bench.