Line dance tutorial

These Old Boots

Danced to “These Old Boots Have Roots” by Aaron Watson.

Beginner4 wall32 countRob Fowler
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Saddle Up @ Q and Wachusett Brew Yard

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Saddle Up @ Q
Aurora · Saturdays
Wachusett Brew Yard
Westminster · Wednesdays

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What song is the These Old Boots line dance danced to?+

The These Old Boots is most commonly danced to “These Old Boots Have Roots” by Aaron Watson. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the These Old Boots 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 These Old Boots a beginner line dance?+

Yes, the These Old Boots 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 These Old Boots?+

No. Like every line dance, the These Old Boots 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 These Old Boots 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 These Old Boots 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.

These Old Boots Line Dance — Tutorial Video, Song & Counts | Walls