Are you a west coast swing beginner? Want to learn and master west coast swing basics? In these articles we will help you get good at every aspect wcs. We will cover the basic patterns, as well as learn some styling, connection, musicality and footwork that will help you master west coast swing! We’ve worked with thousands of dancers over the years and have created the absolute best resources for beginners!
Below we have lots of articles to help. We also have over 500 instructional videos on the website to help. We also have a great e-book (see the side bar) that will help point you to the best resources on the site.
When your own dancing hits a plateau, it’s easy to become frustrated and jealous about the people who just “get it.” Every community seems to have someone who is a west coast swing natural. This might be the person who dances well despite never taking a lesson, or it might be the person who can … Read more
Over 2 years I polled tens of thousands of WCS dancers across the world to find out their biggest struggles. We received 1000’s of emails and comments – here are the top struggles of WCS dancers worldwide. Here are the top 10 replies we received! Before we get started I want you to know something… … Read more
Why you should learn West Coast Swing West Coast Swing is a partner dance that YOU should learn! Learning West Coast Swing (or the abbreviation WCS) will improve your confidence, promote a mind-body connection, and impress your family and friends. Here are some more reasons why you should learn West Coast Swing: You get to … Read more
What to wear for west coast swing social dancing Many people wonder what to wear for west coast swing dancing. Late night dancing attire should be about comfort. Typical attire for social dancing is jeans and a t-shirt. Don’t overthink it too much, as it is usually dim lighting during social dancing. Be sure to … Read more
How to Stay on Time with The Music The #1 struggle we hear from new west coast swing dancers is that they struggle to stay on time with the music. While they might be ok when dancing just the basics, things tend to fall apart as they dance more complex moves. If you struggle to … Read more
by Brian B at west coast swing online
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