Line dance

Cyclone

Danced to “Cyclone” by Ernie Halter.

Advanced2 wall32 countWest coast swingRachael McEnaney (USA) & Deborah Szekely (USA)
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Johnny & Hons Smokehaus, PR's Saloon and Buckshot Saloon

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Johnny & Hons Smokehaus
Robesonia · Wednesdays & Fridays & Sundays
PR's Saloon
Fort Worth · Thursdays

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Questions people ask

What song is the Cyclone line dance danced to?+

The Cyclone is most commonly danced to “Cyclone” by Ernie Halter. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Cyclone line dance?+

32 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 Cyclone an advanced line dance?+

Yes, the Cyclone is rated advanced. 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 Cyclone?+

No. Like every line dance, the Cyclone 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 Cyclone 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 Cyclone 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.