Line dance tutorial

Fierce

Danced to “Fierce the Sundance Kid” by DJTEXX.

Intermediate4 wall32 countRob Fowler (ES)
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Gasoline American Bar, Arizona Pete's and The Goat Manchester

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Arizona Pete's
Greensboro · Fridays
The Goat Manchester
Manchester · Mondays & Wednesdays

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Questions people ask

What song is the Fierce line dance danced to?+

The Fierce is most commonly danced to “Fierce the Sundance Kid” by DJTEXX. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Fierce 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 Fierce an intermediate line dance?+

Yes, the Fierce 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 Fierce?+

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