Line dance tutorial

In The Party

Danced to “In the Party” by Shalya.

Beginner4 wall32 countBracken Heidenreich
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Questions people ask

What song is the In The Party line dance danced to?+

The In The Party is most commonly danced to “In the Party” by Shalya. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the In The Party 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 In The Party a beginner line dance?+

Yes, the In The Party 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 In The Party?+

No. Like every line dance, the In The Party 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 In The Party 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 In The Party 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.

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