Line dance tutorial

Shiver

Danced to “Shiver” by Shawn Desman.

Intermediate1 wall64 countDebbie McLaughlin (UK) & Joey Warren (USA)
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Big Whisky Saloon, Rascals and Stoney's Sunset

Tutorial

Bars that play it

Every bar has its go-to setlist

Here's where this one shows up.

Big Whisky Saloon
Puyallup · Fridays & Saturdays
Rascals
Worcester · Tuesdays & Wednesdays & Thursdays & Fridays
Stoney's Sunset
Henderson · Wednesdays & Thursdays & Fridays & Saturdays

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Questions people ask

What song is the Shiver line dance danced to?+

The Shiver is most commonly danced to “Shiver” by Shawn Desman. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Shiver line dance?+

64 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 Shiver an intermediate line dance?+

Yes, the Shiver 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 Shiver?+

No. Like every line dance, the Shiver 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 Shiver 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 Shiver 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.