west coast swing

Our 4 week course provides a comprehensive introduction to the basic steps, timing, and connection techniques necessary to hit the dance floor with confidence and prepare you for the beginner classes in Charlottesville if you’d like to join the social scene. We also offer workshops several times a year for beginners and intermediate dancers.

What to Expect:

Participants will learn the foundational movements of West Coast Swing. You'll discover how to connect with your partner in a comfortable and relaxed manner, which is pivotal for this dance's smooth, flowing style. The workshop emphasizes lead and follow techniques that are crucial for communicating movements and creating dance fluidity. In addition to learning steps and combinations, participants will also explore how to interpret and dance to different types of music, highlighting West Coast Swing’s adaptability to a wide range of songs beyond traditional swing music.

- Taught at our Staunton, Virginia location
- No need for expensive outfits! Gym clothes and socks are suitable
- No partner needed
- Small class size for personalized instruction
- Beginners welcome