The command is change step, MARCH. It may be given while marching or
marking, quick or double time. The command of execution is given as the right
foot strikes the deck.
- While marching at quick or double time. On MARCH, take one more step, 30 or
36 inches, as appropriate, with your left foot. As your right foot comes forward
in the next step, place the toe near your left heel and step out again with your
left foot. This changes the cadence count, but not the rhythm.
- While marking quick time. On MARCH, lift and lower the left foot twice in
succession. The second time it touches the deck, raise the right foot and
continue marking time.
- While marking double time. On MARCH, hop twice on the left foot. Continue
marking double time.
