Line dance tutorial

The Ants Dance

Danced to “Boogie Woogie Fiddle Country Blues” by Charlie Daniels.

Improver1 wall64 countMichele Burton (USA)
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Played at The Original Sundance Saloon

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Questions people ask

What song is the The Ants Dance line dance danced to?+

The The Ants Dance is most commonly danced to “Boogie Woogie Fiddle Country Blues” by Charlie Daniels. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the The Ants Dance 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 The Ants Dance an improver line dance?+

Yes, the The Ants Dance 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 The Ants Dance?+

No. Like every line dance, the The Ants Dance 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 The Ants Dance 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 The Ants Dance 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.

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