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Two-Step

Smooth, social, and the heartbeat of every country dance hall. Country Two-Step's simple quick-quick-slow-slow rhythm is the gateway into partner dancing for country music lovers — and once you've got it, you've got it for life.

About the Style

What is Country Two-Step?

Country Two-Step is the essential Texas partner dance — a progressive, counter-clockwise dance for the floor that's been the foundation of Texas country nightlife for generations. The pattern is simple (quick-quick-slow-slow) but the expression, turns, and partner work you can build on top of it are virtually limitless.

At DFW Social Dance Studio, we teach Country Two-Step with a focus on floorcraft, connection, and the turns and variations that make it so satisfying to dance at honky-tonks, country clubs, and Texas dance halls. If you live in DFW and go to country venues, this is the first dance to learn.

Country Two-Step is a community dance. Learning it connects you to a tradition that's been alive in Texas for over a century — and opens up every country dance floor in the state. There's nothing quite like dancing Two-Step to a live Texas country band.

What to expect in class
  • No partner or prior experience needed
  • We rotate partners throughout every class
  • Footwork, timing, and connection fundamentals
  • Casual, welcoming atmosphere — no dress code

Class Schedule

Upcoming Country Two-Step Classes

Select a class on the left, then pick a plan. You'll go straight to checkout for that specific class.

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DFW Social Dance Studio lead instructor

Your Instructor

Meet Alexi,
your dance instructor.

Alexi is our lead instructor — trained in 30+ dance styles, holding Master Instructor credentials across many of them and Grand Master status in several. With years of professional teaching experience and a genuine passion for the craft, Alexi brings both depth and warmth to every class. Whatever your level, Alexi's approach is personal, patient, and built around how you learn. You're not just learning steps — you're building a skill for life.

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All the styles we teach.

32 styles across Latin, Swing, Ballroom, Country, and Social / Club.

Country
Country Two-Step
The essential Texas dance. Progressive, partner-based, counter-clockwise.
Country
Line Dancing
Solo and group line dances from Texas country to pop. Beginner-friendly and incredibly fun.
Country
Texas Two-Step
A Texas staple with its own distinct flavor. If you're in DFW, this one's essential.
Country
Country Swing
Big turns, dips, energy. One of the most fun dances on a Texas dance floor.
Country
Country Waltz
A relaxed, flowing take on the waltz set to country music. Perfect for honky-tonk nights.
Country
Country Polka
Fast-paced and full of energy. A Texas take on the classic polka that packs any dance floor.

Ready to try Country Two-Step?

Classes start at $9. No partner, no experience, no problem. Just show up ready to move.