To insure precision, the military words of command are prefixed.
Caution--Balance step without gaining ground, commencing with the left
foot. The left foot is brought gently forward with the toe at the
proper angle to the left, the foot about three inches from the ground,
the left heel in line with the toe of the right foot.
Rear--When steady, the left foot is brought gently back (without a
jerk), the left knee a little bent, the left toe brought close to the
right heel. The left foot in this position will not be so flat as to
the front, as the toe will be a little depressed.
Front--When steady, the word Front will be given as above, and repeated
to the Rear three or four times.
Halt--To prevent fatigue, the word Halt will be given, when the left
foot, either advanced, or to the rear, will be brought to the right.
The instructor will afterwards cause the balance to be made on the left
foot, advancing and retiring the right in the same manner.