If you want to try a more challenging version, I will say "turn" every few seconds, on which signal you will face the opposite direction as you continue to carioca.
Animated Tour of Tennis Footwork Exercises
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The carioca is another excellent coordination exercise, and a carioca step is often used when hitting a one-handed backhand approach shot.
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