10 Types Of Line Dancers You’ll See This Summer In Western New York

Although it became big in the 90's, line dancing has been around for a long time. And it's still big today. In Western New York, there are still a ton of places to go, just about every day of the week, and when you do, you're bound to see some of these people there.

This list isn't meant to shame anyone

I've been lucky enough to be a line dancing DJ for years now. Sadly, I rarely step out from behind my mixer to do it myself, but I really love watching everyone else do it. It's cool to see everyone moving in perfect synchronization. I love to watch people who know what they're doing, and the people who are learning. It's really amazing how quickly some people are able to pick up these steps.

This tongue-in-cheek list is meant to simply point out the types of people I've seen while watching. They're all braver than me just for trying it!

1.  The Pointer - There's almost always someone on the floor who is either teaching someone else or trying to give themselves a little extra reminder of which way the crowd should be moving, and they'll literally point to guide their direction.

2.  The Newbie - There's always someone who hasn't ever done it before, and they're just going for it.  They jump out on the floor and try to learn it by doing it.  These are the bravest people in the room.

3.  The Seasoned Vet - This is the person who has been doing it for years.  They know every step to every dance, and everyone seems to be watching them.

4.  The Purist - Stick to the steps on the step sheet, or get out of the way! They HATE when people don't do it exactly as it's laid out.

5. Stretch Armstrong - Ever see someone stretch before they line dance?  It happens.  And really, it should happen more.  Don't be fooled, line-dancing is an all-out workout!

6. Two-Minute Drill - Most line dance songs are around 3 minutes long.  However, there are a ton of people who get bored after about 1:30-2:00 and just walk off.

7.  Step Suggester - They're full of suggestions for dances, just not the ones to execute themselves! This is the person who goes to the DJ and asks for a song that they don't normally hear because "Someone else will know that one.  That one will get the place going."  Sadly, there isn't always someone else who knows it, and even "The Seasoned Vet" (mentioned above) has to really think back to remember how it goes.

8.  L.O.E.s - This is a person who just doesn't really try.  They're kind of moving around.  They probably know it but it's a lot of work so they kind of half-heartedly go through the motion.  L.O.E. stands for Lack Of Effort.

9.  The Cellular Cowboy - This person will not put their phone down.  They aren't taking pictures.  They're literally texting while dancing.  It's actually kind of impressive if you ask me.

10. The Dancefloor Diversion - The person that EVERYONE is always watching.  Whether it's because they're so good at what they do, or they're just damn good looking, everyone is constantly watching them.

Which one are you?