What is the anchor step for west coast swing? At west coast swing online we’ve set out to help you master your anchor for west coast swing. Are you looking to add some styling to your anchor? Are you struggling with your connection? We’ve got you covered. Take a look through the articles below or take a look at the videos tab above. Take a look at our 500+ instructional videos in the video tab above.
One of the great elements of WCS is that each partner can add their own styling to the dance without throwing off the other partner. But, that’s only possible once each partner learns to move without affecting the connection. When styling, many dancers drag their connection point with them, pulling their partners off balance or … Read more
Stretching the anchor step in west coast swing can be difficult. The stretch, of elasticity, of west coast swing is one of the defining characteristics of the dance. Learning how to stretch the &a1 before each pattern is an essential skill to master in order to understand the connection of the dance. TAKE ACTION> Watch … Read more
At this level of west coast swing… you’ve probably played with the first and last weight change in the anchor step. We can also move the middle weight change to vary the look of the anchor. It’s a more advanced concept that requires a higher level of skill so it thats you…. lets dive in! … Read more
How many times have you heard, “Every pattern in West Coast Swing ends in an anchor”? Today, we’re going to flip things around and make every pattern start with an anchor instead. This exercise assumes that you are comfortable with your basic anchor: you can roll through the &a before the new 1, and you … Read more
Have you ever watched the pros danced and been amazed at how much stretch builds during their anchor? Working the anchor adds so much depth to the dance: it adds definition to each move, builds momentum that makes moves look connected, and creates the amazing elastic feel of the dance. With a little practice, you … Read more
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