The previous post in this series covered the fundamentals of pirouette turns. This post will look at a number of common ways that a pirouette turn can go wrong, along with suggestions for troubleshooting the issue. You are throwing yourself onto your supporting leg. If your body is moving horizontally when you start your spin, … Read more
The Ultimate Guide to Spinning on One Foot in WCS Pirouettes are spins that occur entirely on one leg. In WCS, the famous pot-stir spin is a pirouette in which the turn is started by the follower and then powered by the leader. Both leaders and followers use pirouettes for stationary turns, such as spinning … Read more
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
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