Line dance tutorial

Austin

Danced to “Austin (Boots Stop Workin')” by Dasha.

Beginner1 wall32 countDasha
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Bruno's Bar & Grille, Jaxson and Yella Beak Saloon

Tutorial

Demo

Bars that play it

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Bruno's Bar & Grille
Huntington Beach · Tuesdays & Thursdays & Saturdays
Jaxson
San Francisco · Thursdays & Sundays
Yella Beak Saloon
Enumclaw · Fridays & Saturdays

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Questions people ask

What song is the Austin line dance danced to?+

The Austin is most commonly danced to “Austin (Boots Stop Workin')” by Dasha. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Austin line dance?+

32 counts across 1 wall. The same sequence repeats, facing the same wall the whole way through until you're back to where you started.

Is the Austin a beginner line dance?+

Yes, the Austin is rated beginner. It's a good early dance to learn. Get the counts down at a slow tempo and the rest follows.

Do you need a partner to dance the Austin?+

No. Like every line dance, the Austin is danced solo in rows. Everyone does the same steps facing the same way, so you can join in without a partner.

How do I practice the Austin at home?+

Slow the tutorial video on this page to 70–75% speed in YouTube's settings and drill one 8-count at a time. Once each section feels automatic, chain two together, then run the whole dance to music.

What is a line dance?+

A line dance is a choreographed sequence danced solo in rows. Everyone does the same steps facing the same way, no partner needed. The Austin repeats the same 32-count sequence, turning to face a new wall each time through. Once the counts click, you can join in the moment the song comes on.

Austin Line Dance — Tutorial Video, Song & Counts | Walls