West Coast Swing is a dance that can be performed to almost any type of music. It thrives on the enjoyment of dancing, creative engagement with the music during the freestyle phases, and a variable step pattern that allows everyone to incorporate their own style.
The name West Coast Swing dates back to the 1940s, when the dance originated from Lindy Hop on the west coast of the USA. The movement patterns and bounces typical of swing dances have been almost completely replaced over the years. Today, West Coast Swing is danced in a narrow dance area, known as the slot. Great importance is attached to smooth leading and even movement patterns, which makes the dance appear very fluid and soft. Musically, West Coast Swing is very versatile today: it is danced to modern pop, rock, and R&B music in 4/4 time. There are some well-known videos on social media, e.g., https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tsX87384tnQ.
A big part of West Coast Swing is the social aspect: dancing involves dancing with different partners and constantly adapting. To practice this, partners are regularly switched during the course. That's why you're welcome to register for the course on your own. The classic role model, where the man leads and the woman follows, has been adapted in West Coast Swing – there are leaders and followers. You can decide for yourself which role you want to dance and also switch during the course or while dancing. West Coast Swing offers many possibilities!
West Coast Swing has been popular in Tübingen for several years. Thanks to its connection to the Stuttgart scene, the open community is growing steadily, ensuring regular West Coast parties. For more information, visit:
http://wcsstuttgart.dance/
Beginners
In this course, you will learn the basics of West Coast Swing: sugar push, left side pass, underarm turn, whip, simple figure sequences, rhythm and timing exercises, and the basic principles of leading and following. Perfect for anyone who is new to the dance or wants to refresh their basics.
Advanced
Here we will deepen our knowledge of figures, combinations, and styling, improve our technique and musicality, and practice creative variations. The goal is to dance with more confidence and enjoy dancing flexibly with different partners. The prerequisite for participation in the advanced course is all basics and advanced basics in 6- and 8-count.
We look forward to seeing you!
The lessons are held in German. Individual explanations are available in English.
This course counts towards the 3 course rule. Not in the Summer break. Please note when booking.
