Line dance

Swingin' Thing

Danced to “Honey Hush” by Scooter Lee.

Beginner1 wall32 countJo Thompson Szymanski (USA) & Rita Thompson (USA)
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Twin Oaks Roadhouse

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Questions people ask

What song is the Swingin' Thing line dance danced to?+

The Swingin' Thing is most commonly danced to “Honey Hush” by Scooter Lee. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Swingin' Thing line dance?+

32 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 Swingin' Thing a beginner line dance?+

Yes, the Swingin' Thing 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 Swingin' Thing?+

No. Like every line dance, the Swingin' Thing 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 Swingin' Thing 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 Swingin' Thing 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.