Line dance

Don't Stress

Danced to “Stressed” by UPSAHL.

Intermediate2 wall48 countLisa McCammon (USA)
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Steel Creek

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What song is the Don't Stress line dance danced to?+

The Don't Stress is most commonly danced to “Stressed” by UPSAHL. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Don't Stress 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 Don't Stress an intermediate line dance?+

Yes, the Don't Stress 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 Don't Stress?+

No. Like every line dance, the Don't Stress 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 Don't Stress 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 Don't Stress 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.