Line dance

Step Back

Danced to “Angelyne” by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band.

Beginner4 wall32 countBill Bader (CAN)
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Saddle Up @ Q and The Silver Spur

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Saddle Up @ Q
Aurora · Saturdays
The Silver Spur
Mechanic Falls · Mondays

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Questions people ask

What song is the Step Back line dance danced to?+

The Step Back is most commonly danced to “Angelyne” by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. It's also danced to “Turn on the Radio” by Reba McEntire.

How many counts is the Step Back 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 Step Back a beginner line dance?+

Yes, the Step Back 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 Step Back?+

No. Like every line dance, the Step Back 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 Step Back 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 Step Back 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.

Step Back Line Dance — Song & Counts | Walls