Line dance

A Cup of Ambition (aka 9 to 5)

Danced to “9 to 5” by Dolly Parton.

Beginner4 wall32 countLynn Card (USA)
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Sandwich Taverna and Wisconsin Country Dance Workshop

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Questions people ask

What song is the A Cup of Ambition (aka 9 to 5) line dance danced to?+

The A Cup of Ambition (aka 9 to 5) is most commonly danced to “9 to 5” by Dolly Parton. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the A Cup of Ambition (aka 9 to 5) 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 A Cup of Ambition (aka 9 to 5) a beginner line dance?+

Yes, the A Cup of Ambition (aka 9 to 5) 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 A Cup of Ambition (aka 9 to 5)?+

No. Like every line dance, the A Cup of Ambition (aka 9 to 5) 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 A Cup of Ambition (aka 9 to 5) 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 A Cup of Ambition (aka 9 to 5) 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.