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.
West Coast Swing Whip – Footwork & Timing In this article we will try to give you some information about the introduction of the sometimes confusing West Coast Swing Whip into your dancing. First a lets do a basic overview of west coast swing. There are 2 basic footwork rhythms in WCS. The most basic … Read more
All dance teachers are not created equal… Here are 6 qualities of a good coach, and 6 mistakes to avoid in choosing one! How to go about choosing a dance coach? You could pick teachers based on competitive accomplishments, or certifications but things like these only tell a small part of the story. Often times … Read more
All west coast swing beginners and seasoned vets have wondered, or asked, where can I find good west coast swing music? We’ve heard this question asked numerous times! So we’ve created a list of our top 10 practice songs for you. In this post you’ll find our top 10 songs, our best places to hunt … Read more
Are you wondering what is rolling count in west coast swing? Rolling Count, turns out to be NOT a new concept. lt is simply an identification of a skill that has long been known, but not identified. Most top professional dancers eventually dance Rolling Count as a natural progression – that is simply identified as … Read more
One of the most difficult elements in west coast swing is the triple rhythm. Most dancers struggle with the body control necessary to do three weight transfers in two beats of music because the body has to syncopate. As a newer dancer we must first master the basic timing of the triple step. More advanced … Read more
by Brian B at west coast swing online
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