Line dance tutorial

Codigo

Danced to “Codigo” by George Strait.

Beginner4 wall32 countPat Stott
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Gilley's Saloon, The Whiskey Rose and Windy City Line Dance Mania

Tutorial

Bars that play it

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Gilley's Saloon
Las Vegas · Mondays & Tuesdays & Wednesdays & Thursdays
The Whiskey Rose
Colorado Springs · Wednesdays & Thursdays & Sundays

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Questions people ask

What song is the Codigo line dance danced to?+

The Codigo is most commonly danced to “Codigo” by George Strait. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Codigo 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 Codigo a beginner line dance?+

Yes, the Codigo 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 Codigo?+

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