Line dance

Buckaroo

Danced to “Buckaroo” by Lee Ann Womack.

Beginner4 wall32 countMackenzie Katz (USA) & Emily Kessler (USA)
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Revision Lounge and Stud Country

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What song is the Buckaroo line dance danced to?+

The Buckaroo is most commonly danced to “Buckaroo” by Lee Ann Womack. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Buckaroo 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.

Is the Buckaroo a beginner line dance?+

Yes, the Buckaroo 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 Buckaroo?+

No. Like every line dance, the Buckaroo 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 Buckaroo 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 Buckaroo 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.