Three Toe Base for Spins

Using the 3-toe base to improve your spins

Three Toe Base for Spins All spins should occur on the ball of the foot. More specifically, we say that the spin happens on a three toe base: the area of the foot that stretches from the ball of the foot to the big toe and the two toes next to it. The primary reason … Read more

Balance and Centering for Spins

Good spins are balanced. If you are leaning over or unstable, it will be extraordinarily difficult to spin without falling over. Thus, balance and centering are essential skills for successful spins. There are lots of drills you can do to improve your balance. These drills are generally variations on the theme of standing on one … Read more

Introduction to Spins & Turns in West Coast Swing

Introduction to spins & turns for west coast swing

West Coast Swing Spins and Turns are an important element of mastering the dance. Spins are used in almost every form of dance, and WCS is no exception. The ability to turn smoothly and efficiently is one of the major differences between raw beginners and experienced dancers. Whether you are a follower or a leader, … Read more

Improve your balance in spins

Improve your balance in spins

Improve your balance in spins Good spins are balanced. If you are leaning over or unstable, it will be extraordinarily difficult to spin without falling over. Thus, balance and centering are essential skills for successful spins. If you try to combine both rotation and traveling, you will be off balance and fall—either onto your new … Read more

Foot Turnout: Practicing Turns

When dancing west coast swing, you want to have your feet turned out slightly at all times. Pigeon toes, or having your feet turned in, make for unsightly lines in dance. The goal of this drill is to eliminate pigeon toes as you are turning. As you can see from the picture below, being pigeon … Read more

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