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(Workshops) Beginner West Coast Swing

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West Coast Swing is an urban, smooth, and modern style of swing which has its roots in the Lindy Hop. It is a fun, smooth dance which is danced in a slot. This makes it easy for individuals to dance this on smaller dance floors that Night Clubs, Cruises or Restaurants have to offer.

The dance has evolved considerably over the years and is extremely accepting and encouraging of individual expression. The leader and follower can avail of opportunities to embellish with their own style within what is being lead and followed. Another aspect of the West Coast Swing that makes it a great deal of fun is that it allows room for syncopated footwork and improvisation.  Followers have more freedom than any other dance, performing their syncopations when they can!

West Coast Swing has its roots in Blues music. It has, however, evolved to be a fun and expressive dance done to so many other genres of music including R & B, Pop, Jazz, Hip Hop, Rock, and pretty much anything that is in 4/4 time with a moderate tempo. Some moves in this dance are 6-count moves, and others are 8-count. The most basic way to count WCS is 1,2, 3 and 4, 5 and 6.

After viewing our demo video and the lessons, I’m confident you will be very motivated to learn this unique, fun and up-lifting dance!

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