Line dance

G I Joe

Danced to “G.I. Blues” by Elvis Presley.

Beginner2 wall48 countVal Reeves (UK)
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Windy City Line Dance Mania

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What song is the G I Joe line dance danced to?+

The G I Joe is most commonly danced to “G.I. Blues” by Elvis Presley. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the G I Joe line dance?+

48 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 G I Joe a beginner line dance?+

Yes, the G I Joe 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 G I Joe?+

No. Like every line dance, the G I Joe 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 G I Joe 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 G I Joe repeats the same 48-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.