Line dance tutorial

What If

Danced to “What If” by Jamie Hannah.

Intermediate2 wall48 countMaggie Gallagher (UK)
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What song is the What If line dance danced to?+

The What If is most commonly danced to “What If” by Jamie Hannah. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the What If line dance?+

48 counts across 2 walls. The same sequence repeats, rotating 180° to face the opposite wall each time until you're back to where you started.

Is the What If an intermediate line dance?+

Yes, the What If 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 What If?+

No. Like every line dance, the What If 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 What If 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 What If repeats the same 48-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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