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Learn how to do the West Coast Swing Dance with tips from an expert in this free video dance lesson.
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Learn all about the West Coast Swing Dance in this free dance lesson video.
Learn about the rhythm patterns in West Coast Swing Dance in this free dance lesson video.
Learn about the rhythm pattern variations of West Coast Swing Dancing in this free dance lesson video.
Learn how to break down the rhythm pattern of West Coast Swing Dance in this free dance lesson video.
Learn how to hold your partner in West Coast Swing Dance in this free dance lesson video.
Learn how to do a send out in West Coast Swing Dance with tips in this free dance lesson video.
Learn how to do the anchor step in West Coast Swing Dancing in this free dance lesson video.
Learn about the leader's footwork for a send out in West Coast Swing Dance in this free dance lesson video.
Learn how to do an under arm pass step in West Coast Swing Dancing in this free dance lesson video.
Learn about what the follower does for an under arm pass in West Coast Swing Dance in this free dance lesson video.
Learn about the footwork steps you'll need for the under arm pass in West Coast Swing Dance in this free dance lesson video.
Learn how to do a left side pass in West Coast Swing Dancing in this free dance lesson video.
Learn about the importance of maintaining a connection with your dance partner in West Coast Swing Dance in this free dance lesson video.
Learn about the leader's foot work for the left side pass in West Coast Swing Dance in this free dance lesson video.
Learn about how to put four patterns together for West Coast Swing Dancing in this free dance lesson video.
Get a demonstration of West Coast Swing Dancing in this free dance lesson video.
Swing dance originated with the rise of Dixieland jazz in the 1920's and 30's among African American dancers and musicians in New Orleans. As jazz music evolved to swinging jazz, ragtime, hip hop and blues, the swing dances themselves, including the Lindy hop, Boogie-woogie, and the St. Louis Shag, became more popular throughout the country. Swing dancing has remained popular in its various forms since its' birth and continues to be a sought after dance lesson for many wishing to learn the fun and energetic dance steps of swing dancing.
In this free video dancing lesson, our expert dance instructors will demonstrate how to do the West Coast Swing Dance, which is a variation of the traditional Lindy Hop swing dance. They will give a step-by-step lesson on the footwork, passes and body movements for West Coast Swing Dancing, as well as a demonstration of the dance being performed. Looking to get started on the swing dance scene, but don't want to spend the money on professional lessons? This is the video dance lesson for you, so grab your gal and let's start dancing!
Donna Roesel & Eric Jacobson Donna Roesel and Eric Jacobson are dance instructors at Dance Manhattan in New York City. Donna’s dance background includes smooth Swing and Social Ballroom, undergraduate training in Modern, and later training in Jazz, Ballet, and Tap. Eric is a nationally recognized West Coast Swing dancer known for his innovation and smooth style. He studied Lindy Hop and competitive ballroom dancing before turning to West Coast Swing, where he rapidly found success in competitions. www.ericbjacobson.comdkdk
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