175px|thumb|right|Box step in [[Rhumba|rumba and left box in waltz]]
Box step is a basic dance step named after the pattern it creates on the floor, which is that of a square or box. It is used in a number of American Style ballroom dances: rumba, waltz, bronze-level foxtrot. While it can be performed individually, it is usually done with a partner. This is the most common dance step in the waltz. In international standard dance competition, there is a similar step called closed change.
In a typical example, the leader begins with the left foot and proceeds as follows.
In popular culture
This dance was featured in an episode of Curious George called "School of Dance". George first saw the Renkins doing it, then he taught it to Bill, the Quints, the Man with the Yellow Hat, and at the end, Allie.
See also
- Jazz box, a similar footprint pattern, but with cross-steps