Line dance

Keepin It Country

Danced to “KEEPIN IT COUNTRY” by James Johnston.

Improver4 wall32 countChris Watson
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Strummingbird Festival

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Questions people ask

What song is the Keepin It Country line dance danced to?+

The Keepin It Country is most commonly danced to “KEEPIN IT COUNTRY” by James Johnston. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Keepin It Country 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 Keepin It Country an improver line dance?+

Yes, the Keepin It Country is rated improver. 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 Keepin It Country?+

No. Like every line dance, the Keepin It Country 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 Keepin It Country 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 Keepin It Country 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.