Line dance

Rock Around The Clock

Danced to “Rock Around the Clock” by Bill Haley & The Comets.

Beginner4 wall48 countTony Chapman (UK)
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What song is the Rock Around The Clock line dance danced to?+

The Rock Around The Clock is most commonly danced to “Rock Around the Clock” by Bill Haley & The Comets. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Rock Around The Clock line dance?+

48 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 Rock Around The Clock a beginner line dance?+

Yes, the Rock Around The Clock 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 Rock Around The Clock?+

No. Like every line dance, the Rock Around The Clock 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 Rock Around The Clock 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 Rock Around The Clock 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.

Rock Around The Clock Line Dance — Song & Counts | Walls