Line dance tutorial

Hoedown Throwdown

Danced to “Hoedown Throwdown” by Miley Cyrus.

Intermediate1 wall48 countJamal Sims
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Mavericks Pleasanton and Ranchman's

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Mavericks Pleasanton
Pleasanton · Tuesdays & Fridays
Ranchman's
Calgary · Wednesdays & Thursdays & Fridays

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Questions people ask

What song is the Hoedown Throwdown line dance danced to?+

The Hoedown Throwdown is most commonly danced to “Hoedown Throwdown” by Miley Cyrus. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Hoedown Throwdown line dance?+

48 counts across 1 wall. The same sequence repeats, facing the same wall the whole way through until you're back to where you started.

Is the Hoedown Throwdown an intermediate line dance?+

Yes, the Hoedown Throwdown 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 Hoedown Throwdown?+

No. Like every line dance, the Hoedown Throwdown 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 Hoedown Throwdown 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 Hoedown Throwdown 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.

Hoedown Throwdown Line Dance — Tutorial Video, Song & Counts | Walls