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Connection

Want to improve your connection for west coast swing? Wether you’re a beginner dancer or a high level advanced competitor you need to always be learning. In the articles below we cover basic connection concepts all the way to the the things you see the pros do!

Learn to stretch the connection in your anchor step. Learn how to stay connected with partners during social dancing and competition. Don’t forget to check out the videos tab. We have dozens of videos dedicated to connection alone!

Smooth Connection: Playing with Quarters

February 4, 2022March 20, 2012 by West Coast Swing Online

The goal of this drill is to help dancers become aware of when they break connection with their partner. The Drill: Connect with your partner in open position as normal, and feel the away connection where the fingers pull against each other. Put a quarter in between this connection point; the quarter should be held up … Read more

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