Start with a smooth, flat surface and a plastic cup
Place the cup upside down in front of you
Clap your hands once
Clap the top of the cup with your right hand
Clap your hands once again
Tap the table with your right hand
Pick up the cup with your right hand
Move the cup to your left hand
Tap the table with your left hand
Clap your hands once
Tap the top of the cup with your left hand
Clap your hands once again
Repeat the pattern in rhythm
Keep the beat steady
Practice slowly first
Speed up as you get comfortable