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Series Classes
West Coast Swing

West Coast Swing Classes

West Coast Swing (WCS) emerged as a variation of Lindy Hop. It focuses on partner dancing and utilizes a distinctive elastic feel and look derived from its extension-compression technique.

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Beginning
Beg WCS: Basic Side Passes
The Basic Side Passes will teach you the basic 6 count sides passes of West Coast Swing. No partner necessary and absolute beginners welcome. Class material cycles every 4 weeks but you can drop-in any week.
In the next three weeks, this class is being offered:Thu, Feb 9 - 7:00p With: Ben Morris
Beginning
Beg WCS: Basic Whips
The Basic Whips will teach you the basic 8 count Whips of West Coast Swing. No partner necessary and absolute beginners welcome. Class material cycles every 4 weeks but you can drop-in any week.
In the next three weeks, this class is being offered:Thu, Feb 23 - 7:00p With: Ben Morris
Beginning
Beg WCS: Starting the Dance
Starting the Dance will teach you how to start the dance along with a couple of basic West Coast Swing moves to use. No partner necessary and absolute beginners welcome. Class material cycles every 4 weeks but you can drop-in any week.
Beginning
Beg WCS: Using Compression
Using Compression will teach you how to use compression and apply it in some basic West Coast Swing moves. No partner necessary and absolute beginners welcome. Class material cycles every 4 weeks but you can drop-in any week.
In the next three weeks, this class is being offered:Thu, Feb 16 - 7:00p With: Ben Morris
Beginning
Beg West Coast Swing
This class is an overview of basic frame and posture, and moves such as starter steps, side passes, and underarm turns you'll use to dance to a song such as Wilson Pickett's "Mustang Sally". Try this class if you want to learn a smooth dance to classic Motown hits or modern hip-hop and R&B!
Beg Int
Beg Int West Coast Swing
In the next three weeks, this class is being offered:Sun, Feb 5 - 4:30p With: Buddy Schwimmer
Sun, Feb 12 - 4:30p With: Buddy Schwimmer
Sun, Feb 19 - 4:30p With: Buddy Schwimmer
Beg Int
West Coast Swing Workshop: Basics and Beyond
West Coast Swing Workshop: Basics and Beyond. This class is $24 or 2 punches because its 1.5 hours.
Intermediate
Int WCS: Styling, Technique & Theory
Styling, Technique, and Theory will help take your dancing to the next level with more than just moves. No partner necessary but you should already be comfortable dancing the basics before taking this class. Class topics cycle every 4 weeks, but the material is constantly changing. You can drop-in any week.
In the next three weeks, this class is being offered:Thu, Feb 16 - 7:45p With: Ben Morris
Intermediate
Int WCS: Transitions Between Open & Closed Position
Transitions Between Open & Closed Position will show you new ways to go from Closed to Open position and back. No partner necessary but you should already be comfortable dancing the basics before taking this class. Class topics cycle every 4 weeks, but the material is constantly changing. You can drop-in any week.
Intermediate
Int WCS: Turns & Rolls
Turns & Rolls will take you beyond basic passes and start adding in turns. No partner necessary but you should already be comfortable dancing the basics before taking this class. Class topics cycle every 4 weeks, but the material is constantly changing. You can drop-in any week.
In the next three weeks, this class is being offered:Thu, Feb 9 - 7:45p With: Ben Morris
Intermediate
Int WCS: Whip Variations & Extended Patterns
Whip Variations & Extended Patterns will teach you to lead and follow more intricate and interesting moves. No partner necessary but you should already be comfortable dancing the basics before taking this class. Class topics cycle every 4 weeks, but the material is constantly changing. You can drop-in any week.
In the next three weeks, this class is being offered:Thu, Feb 23 - 7:45p With: Ben Morris
Intermediate
Int West Coast Swing
Smooth as ice is an understatement in west coast swing. This class is a more detailed look at techniques such as coaster and anchor steps, and moves such as sugarpushes, whips, and wraps. Try this class to learn to smooth out your west coast swing even more!
Intermediate
Int West Coast Swing Mixer

Learn from a variety of guest teachers who will help you mingle, learn some new moves and get out on the dance floor before the big dance.

Int Adv
Int Adv WCS: Ladies' Styling
This class is a fun way to learn awesome ladies' styling.
Int Adv
Int Adv West Coast Swing
Learn some of the more complicated moves in West Coast Swing as they teach you a variety of moves and techniques that will bring your dancing to a new level.
In the next three weeks, this class is being offered:Sun, Feb 5 - 5:15p With: Buddy Schwimmer
Sun, Feb 12 - 5:15p With: Buddy Schwimmer
Sun, Feb 19 - 5:15p With: Buddy Schwimmer
Int Adv
Int Adv West Coast Swing Series

Take your West Coast Swing dancing to a whole new level.  Learn some complicated moves and technique that will get your head wrapped up in dancing.

Advanced
Adv West Coast Swing
This class is for all you die-hard "westies". West coast swing has very tricky moves at its highest level, and all of them allow you to do what you really want, which is move right in sync with the music. This class is a more detailed look at techniques such as musicality, and moves such as split sides and overturned passes. Try this class if you plan to showcase, compete, or just want to take your social dancing to the highest level!
In the next three weeks, this class is being offered:Thu, Feb 9 - 7:45p
Thu, Feb 16 - 7:45p
Thu, Feb 23 - 7:45p
All Levels
Closed! No Classes or Dance!
Closed! No Classes or Dance! Will resume the following week!
Intro/Beg
Intro Beg West Coast Swing

Want to learn the basics of West Coast Swing?  This class will go through all the various fundamentals that will get you out on the dance floor.  If you have had no experience, or even if you have taken a class or two, this one is for you.

Intro/Beg
Intro Beg West Coast Swing Series

Want to learn some West Coast Swing?  Here's a great place to learn the fundamental basics of the dance as well as progress each week of the series until you feel comfortable with the moves.

In the next three weeks, this class is being offered:Tue, Feb 7 - 7:15p With: Tom Hyatt & Sossy Hyatt
Tue, Feb 14 - 7:15p With: Tom Hyatt & Sossy Hyatt
Tue, Feb 21 - 7:15p With: Tom Hyatt & Sossy Hyatt


 
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