Learning how to two-step is a rite of passage in Austin, where locals can practice boot scootin’ at a different honky-tonk every night of the week. The basic moves are simple—two quick steps followed ...

Then, the students hit the dance floor to learn the box step, waltz, shag and cha-cha. "It's been a nice way for these children to meet people, meet other students," McGee said of the hour-long class.