Line dance

Pardon My French

Danced to “Pardon My French” by Gabi Sklar.

Advanced2 wall80 countPhrasedDustin Betts (USA)
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Windy City Line Dance Mania

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What song is the Pardon My French line dance danced to?+

The Pardon My French is most commonly danced to “Pardon My French” by Gabi Sklar. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Pardon My French line dance?+

80 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 Pardon My French an advanced line dance?+

Yes, the Pardon My French is rated advanced. 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 Pardon My French?+

No. Like every line dance, the Pardon My French 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 Pardon My French at home?+

Watch the demo video on this page a few times through, then drill 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 Pardon My French repeats the same 80-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.