Line dancing
Dance set step patterns in rows with the whole room, mostly to country and pop.
Line dancing
- To start
- Free
- Each month
- $20
- Time
- 2 hours a week
- Sessions
- 1.5 hours or more
- Where
- A local facility
- Who with
- On your own
Is it for you?
- It comes with people built in.
- It has a steady rhythm you can sink into.
- It's satisfying from the very first session.
- There's no one to beat, ever.
You’ll like it if
- You want to meet people
- You want to have more fun
- You want to switch off
Maybe not if
- You only have short gaps in your day
- You want something to show for your time
- You want to work with your hands
What it feels like
Line dancingAverage performance hobbyCalm
Company
Physical effort
Creative freedom
Brainwork
Hands-on
Outdoors
Quick wins
$20The only thing you pay for
FreeFree, like 24% of hobbies
$240About $2 an hour at 2 hours a week
Before you buy
Rent or borrow gear at the facility for your first few sessions, before you buy anything.
Your first session
Learn one full line dance at a beginners' night and dance it with the room.
1.5 hours or moreA local facilityVery easy to start
Questions
How much does line dancing cost to start?
Nothing. You can start for free, then about $20 a month once you are going.
How much time does line dancing take?
About 2 hours a week to enjoy it and get better, in sessions of 1.5 hours or more.
Where do people do line dancing?
At a facility most towns have, like a pool, gym or club.
Is line dancing good for beginners?
Yes. It is very easy to start as a complete beginner. A good first session: Learn one full line dance at a beginners' night and dance it with the room.
Do I need other people for line dancing?
No. It works fine on your own, though plenty of people do it together.