Line dance

Half a Cha

Danced to “Half a Song” by Cody Johnson.

Abs Beginner4 wall32 countRob Fowler
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Mavericks Pleasanton, Saddle Sore Eatery & Saloon and Hangar 24 Riverside

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Mavericks Pleasanton
Pleasanton · Tuesdays & Fridays
Saddle Sore Eatery & Saloon
Norco · Mondays & Thursdays
Hangar 24 Riverside
Riverside · Wednesdays & Fridays & Saturdays

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Questions people ask

What song is the Half a Cha line dance danced to?+

The Half a Cha is most commonly danced to “Half a Song” by Cody Johnson. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Half a Cha 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 Half a Cha an abs beginner line dance?+

Yes, the Half a Cha is rated abs 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 Half a Cha?+

No. Like every line dance, the Half a Cha 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 Half a Cha 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 Half a Cha 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.