Line dance

Macarena

Danced to “Macarena” by Los del Mar.

Beginner4 wall16 countMaria Frye
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Bourbon Mill, Ranchman's and Stoney’s Rockin Rodeo

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Bourbon Mill
New Oxford
Ranchman's
Calgary · Wednesdays & Thursdays & Fridays
Stoney’s Rockin Rodeo
Sacramento · Tuesdays & Wednesdays & Fridays & Saturdays & Sundays

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Questions people ask

What song is the Macarena line dance danced to?+

The Macarena is most commonly danced to “Macarena” by Los del Mar. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Macarena line dance?+

16 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 Macarena a beginner line dance?+

Yes, the Macarena 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 Macarena?+

No. Like every line dance, the Macarena 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 Macarena 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 Macarena repeats the same 16-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.