The shag is South Carolina’s state dance. Shag dancing is well known in North Myrtle Beach. The dance originated in North Myrtle Beach and has evolved into a lifestyle and a culture which reaches beyond the actual moves on the floor.

It’s a dance resembling a medium-speed jitterbug with specific patterns in rhythm with beach music. It’s all about the steps, and spectators watch the intricate foot movements. The male partner leads and typically showboats, while the female is expected to follow.

It’s not just dancing; it’s specific steps and the proper shoes too. Also, they say it takes a lot of beer to keep these weekends rockin’!

Events

The term S.O.S. refers to events which are planned for three specific dates during each year. These are Spring Safari in April, Mid Winters in January and Fall Migration in September.

An annual July event is set for Junior S.O.S. This term refers to the Society of Stranders which is a social membership organization. Social is the operative word.