Line dance

Cha Cha Espana

Danced to “Gozar la Vida” by Julio Iglesias.

Beginner4 wall32 countIra Weisburd (USA) & Motti Kotzer (USA)
Step sheet on CopperKnob
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Questions people ask

What song is the Cha Cha Espana line dance danced to?+

The Cha Cha Espana is most commonly danced to “Gozar la Vida” by Julio Iglesias. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Cha Cha Espana 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 Cha Cha Espana a beginner line dance?+

Yes, the Cha Cha Espana 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 Cha Cha Espana?+

No. Like every line dance, the Cha Cha Espana 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 Cha Cha Espana 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 Cha Cha Espana 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.