Everyone’s Welcome
Come solo, bring a friend, or bring the whole family. We’ll help you find a spot and learn your name.
Boots on the Ground Dance Co.
STOP WATCHING FROM THE SIDELINES AND FIND YOUR RHYTHM
Where nobody cares if you miss a step.
Whether you think you have two left feet or you're just craving a community where you belong, we make the jump from the first step to the dance floor feel effortless.
Too many people stay off the dance floor because they're convinced they don't have the rhythm. Buth the truth is, line dancing isn't about perfection, it's about connection. We've built a community where the focus is on the fun, not the footwork, giving you the confidence to go from your very first step to feeling right at home at any venue.
No partner needed
Beginner-friendly
Everyone’s welcome
Why BOTG’s different
The kind of room we all deserve
Learn at Your Pace
We break every dance down, repeat the tricky parts, and leave perfection at the door.
Community First
The steps bring us together. The friendships, laughter, and feeling of belonging keep us coming back.
Find your floor
Find your place to dance
Join us in person or dance with us live from home. Wherever you start, you'll find welcoming instruction, a relaxed atmosphere, and a community learning right alongside you.
The Barnyard
285 Old Candia Road, Candia, New Hampshire
Outdoor country nights, easygoing instruction, and plenty of room to find your feet.
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Severance School
Auburn, New Hampshire
Beginner workshops and short class series, run through Auburn Parks & Recreation, at an unhurried pace.
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Live online classes
Join us live from wherever you are
You don't have to live near a BOTG class to dance with us. Live online classes are coming, with the same welcoming instruction you'd get in the room.
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Dance along with a real tutorial
Dance along before you ever step onto the floor. Nicole films real tutorials from the dances we teach, so you can learn the steps, practice at your own pace, and walk into class feeling a little more prepared.
Boots & Banter podcast
STORIES FROM THE DANCE FLOOR, CONVERSATIONS, LAUGHS AND MUSIC FROM THE DANCE COMMUNITY
MEET NICOLE
BOTG started with a simple idea
Nikki D created Boots on the Ground to make line dancing feel less intimidating and a whole lot more human — a place where people could learn, laugh, and belong without worrying about getting every step right.
That promise still shapes every class: welcome people by name, teach with patience, and make sure nobody feels like they have to earn their place on the dance floor.
“The dancing gets people through the door. The community is why they come back.”Our story
Your first visit
The quick answers you’re looking for
What should I wear?
Anything you can move comfortably in. Jeans, shorts, leggings, and a T-shirt are all right at home.
Do I need boots?
Not at all. Comfortable shoes that stay on your feet are perfect for your first class.
Can I come alone?
Absolutely. Lots of people do, and you won’t stay a stranger for long.
Do I need a partner?
No partner needed. Line dancing means we all learn and dance together.
YOUR SPOT ON THE DANCE FLOOR IS WAITING
Choose a beginner-friendly class, wear what feels comfortable, and walk in exactly as you are. We’ll take it from here.
BOTG PLUS COMING SOON
Keep dancing between classes
The online side of BOTG: lessons, walkthroughs, and practice you can do in your own kitchen.
Guided lessons
Short beginner lessons that start at the very beginning — the format, the footwork, the first five steps.
Step-by-step dances
Walkthroughs and step sheets for the dances we teach, so you can preview or revisit any of them.
Practice your way
Rewind, repeat, and slow down the tricky counts. Nothing is timed and nobody is watching.
Beyond the weekly class
More ways to experience BOTG
BRING THE BOTG EXPERIENCE TO YOUR VENUE, CELEBRATION OR COMMUNITY.
HOST A LINE DANCE NIGHT AT YOUR VENUE
Bars, breweries, barns, and halls — we bring the teaching, the music, and an easy welcome for first-timers.
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Receptions, birthdays, and reunions with easy dances taught on the spot and music built for a mixed crowd.
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Fundraisers, schools, and town events — friendly sessions designed for people brand new to dancing.
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