On a dance floor? -B

Glad you enjoyed. Make sure you check out our other videos! We've got everything you need. Please let us know if you have a question. We're always glad to hop in and help out -Brian

Absolutely! Totally valid. There are lots of different ways that will work well. Thanks for sharing! -B

Awesome! Welcome to the family. If you're new to WCS... we have a complete beginner course over on our site that's only $7! You can grab it here: www.westcoastswingonline.com/beginners-guide-offer-7/ It will not only help you learn the basics but give your the patterns to learn next + some helpful technique tips that you should focus on when you're new! As always you can shoot us an email with any questions! Happy learning!!! -Brian B

Hi Alicia, Great eye! Yes. If the leader gives you enough space in the connection you can float your anchor back a little bit. (sometimes even a lot) We discuss the concept in more depth in a video on our site. The video is free but you'll have to create a free membership to access it. The video is titled "breathing into your connection" and it's on this page: www.westcoastswingonline.com/technique/connection/ Happy dancing! Brian B

Hi there! Let me see if I can offer some info.... *****Need to ask the question about the leads 1st and 2nd step in the basic left side pass (or any beginning of a move where the lead has to exit the slot). I learned that the first step of the lead was to step out of the slot, just like Brian B did in the left side pass. The 2nd step followed the first. Brian B --- You'll see it taught different ways. Neither is particularly right or wrong. Now I am being told (by some people, here where I live) that the lead is not suppose to make the 1st step out of the slot, but actually make step 1 straight back still in the slot, then step 2 is out of the slot, with step 3 to follow. Brian B -- That's a solid approach. Again you'll see it taught (and done) differently by teachers and high level WCS dancers alike. I'm not sure if one is 'more correct' than another. The principals ARE important. Creating a lead for your follower and exiting the slot by a particular count ect... What is the correct way, the way I first learned it and the way Brian B shows it or the way others have said? - or is the other way merely a valid "variation"? Can I get a confirmation of what is correct? Brian B --- I think both are valid approaches. The concepts that are probably more important are creating a lead for your partner (hint there are several ways to do this and stepping back on 1 is just one way) and exiting the slot for your partner when he/she is passing. Again this slightly varies depending on a lot of factors. Brian B --- If you have a solid teacher I would trust their guidance. They don't have to be top level pro dancers to get you a solid foundation. Ultimately a teacher that you can develop rapport with an a relationship with will be a valuable resource. Brian B -- My spot here with WCS Online is to provide helpful resources. I'm not saying that any of my thoughts are the 'right way' to do things. That being said they have served my dancing and my students for15+ years! . Wishing you the best & thanks for your support of our videos! Brian

@@WestCoastSwingOnline : thanks for the reply Brian B, much appreciated. The instructor I referred to, locally here, comes across a bit wishy-washy and certainly has a poor teaching method, unfortunately. That is why I questioned their teaching because their background is basic, just social dance level. For me, I am someone who cares a lot about the core elements, the basics, fundamentals and know that without those as a foundation, process & growth in any dance is not possible. Brian B, I read your background, so your creditability, experience and knowledge is in no question. From what you said above, then there are 2 good methods to move off the track, the first step straight back or the first step off the track. From what experience I do have, either can be used relative to the skill/level of the follower. (PS: Your not the only one that takes the first step off the track, Mario Robau does exactly the same thing and so does Jordon Frisbee, and many more). I appreciate your time and confirmation, your responses really help, especially to help me get a good perspective on WestCoast Swing techniques, styles and patterns. I look forward to seeking more of your videos, especially at your website. ~ Thank-you.

I'm happy that you enjoyed! -B

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