Line dance

Dancing Machine

Danced to “Squaredance Song (feat. Ashley MacIsaac)” by B.K.S..

4 wall64 countDan Morrison (CAN)
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at The Barn Country Bar

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What song is the Dancing Machine line dance danced to?+

The Dancing Machine is most commonly danced to “Squaredance Song (feat. Ashley MacIsaac)” by B.K.S.. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Dancing Machine line dance?+

64 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.

Do you need a partner to dance the Dancing Machine?+

No. Like every line dance, the Dancing Machine 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 Dancing Machine 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 Dancing Machine repeats the same 64-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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