Line dance tutorial

Telescope

Danced to “Shower” by Becky G.

Improver4 wall32 countJohn Dembiec
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at The Original Sundance Saloon, Kelly's Bleachers II and Haven City Market Rancho Cucamonga

Tutorial

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Questions people ask

What song is the Telescope line dance danced to?+

The Telescope is most commonly danced to “Shower” by Becky G. It's also danced to “Shivers” by Ed Sheeran.

How many counts is the Telescope line dance?+

32 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 Telescope an improver line dance?+

Yes, the Telescope 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 Telescope?+

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