Line dance tutorial

S.T.F.U.

Danced to “Keep On Steppin” by Mike Clark Jr.

Improver2 wall64 countRyan Hunt (UK)
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Windy City Line Dance Mania

Tutorial

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Questions people ask

What song is the S.T.F.U. line dance danced to?+

The S.T.F.U. is most commonly danced to “Keep On Steppin” by Mike Clark Jr. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the S.T.F.U. line dance?+

64 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 S.T.F.U. an improver line dance?+

Yes, the S.T.F.U. is rated improver. 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 S.T.F.U.?+

No. Like every line dance, the S.T.F.U. 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 S.T.F.U. 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 S.T.F.U. repeats the same 64-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.