Line dance

Bicycle Waltz

Danced to “Les bicyclettes de Belsize” by Engelbert Humperdinck.

Intermediate2 wall48 countWaltzPeter Heath (AUS)
Step sheet on CopperKnob
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Questions people ask

What song is the Bicycle Waltz line dance danced to?+

The Bicycle Waltz is most commonly danced to “Les bicyclettes de Belsize” by Engelbert Humperdinck. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Bicycle Waltz line dance?+

48 counts across 2 walls. The same sequence repeats, rotating 180° to face the opposite wall each time until you're back to where you started.

Is the Bicycle Waltz an intermediate line dance?+

Yes, the Bicycle Waltz is rated intermediate. If you're new to line dancing, get comfortable with basic grapevines and triple steps first, then drill it one 8-count at a time.

Do you need a partner to dance the Bicycle Waltz?+

No. Like every line dance, the Bicycle Waltz 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 Bicycle Waltz 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 Bicycle Waltz repeats the same 48-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.