Line dance

Bayou City Twister

Danced to “Dance” by Twister Alley.

4 wall32 countAlfred Watkins
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at The Round-Up Saloon

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Dallas · Tuesdays & Wednesdays & Thursdays & Saturdays

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Questions people ask

What song is the Bayou City Twister line dance danced to?+

The Bayou City Twister is most commonly danced to “Dance” by Twister Alley. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Bayou City Twister line dance?+

32 counts across 4 walls. The same sequence repeats, rotating 90° to face a new wall each time until you're back to where you started.

Do you need a partner to dance the Bayou City Twister?+

No. Like every line dance, the Bayou City Twister 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 Bayou City Twister at home?+

Work through the step sheet one 8-count at a time at a slow tempo. 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 Bayou City Twister 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.