Wow, light bulbs were going on in my brain all through this video! It was super clear and totally simplified the overwhelming variety of WCS moves that I've seen
As a dancer of other styles, I can note that in this video it is immediately clear that the follower has a frame, the hand does not hang, the dynamics are in order - a very positive difference from many other videos. An a big plus - here you can see human plastic and not as usual something from hustle from which the my eyes are bleeding(sorry if you like hustle dance or discofox) - here I can only say - guys, this is really good stuff, respect for what you are doing!
I am a Lindy Hop dancer (been at it for over 2 decades). In March of 2020 found myself in Saigon, Vietnam where I decided to chill while the rest of the world was being ravaged by COVID. Social dancing in Saigon is fantastic (my main reason for staying here, not the COVID nonsense), especially the Latin scene. To my surprise Saigon did not have a WCS scene. So... I started one. It's very new - not really a scene yet - for now just trying to teach a group of dancers who hopefully will become the core of the scene. I've done some WCS back in Chicago (where I'm from) but I am hardly an expert on it, let alone on teaching it. Your videos are tremendously helpful - in both understanding the dance itself and understanding how to teach it to others. Thank you so much. Cheers.
This is the MOST amazing way to teach this! Ive been dancing for years. Two step, waltz, and many line dances and Ive always wanted to learn West Coast Swing but Ive always been too intimidated. I feel like I can go out to the country bar tomorrow and try this out now! Thank you!
This is helpful by simplifying the 5 parts. The fact that the five parts can be mixed in different ways is really interesting. I have wanted to learn to dance formally for over 20 years and finally made up my mind to pursue it. This helps. I also really appreciate the fact that the finished look of the dance has a lovely elegance. Dance is an amazing tradition that really inspires me. It seem for centuries, all generations had some way of organizing movement to music. What a great way to spend time and play together with a partner.
I live in Virginia and am learning East Coast Swing...I was told it is easier than West Coast...I keep getting overwhelmed by specifics. What you demonstrated seems simpler and more straight forward. It also looks to me as if it can be applied in East Coast Swing. Thanks for the demo!
The trickiest part has been learning what my lead is trying to get me to do, whenI haven't learned all the options yet. This was a fantastic breakdown of the basic steps and how to make them fun! Thank you!!!
I appreciate that the simple framework that you describe allows beginners, like me, to see through the haze of all the other instruction videos out there. I always come back to Country Dance X. I know that it's not considered "Country" (which I love!), but would you ever consider a Hustle video? I lived that era but didn't really know what I was doing.
We're so glad to have you here! Thank you for contributing :-) Hustle is a fun one. You'll see it sometimes done by country dancers. It seems that "country swing" has become popular (which is kind of just a water downed version of hustle)
Love you videos and the manner in which you teach. I've been taking lindy hop lessons here in England for 9 months now, and watching your videos have really helped me with that style of dancing. Keep up the great work..!
You guys make this so simple and easy to follow. I have an instructor that is over complicating us and throwing too many moves at us. There are several different styles and versions.
You @2:01: Basic enough, right? So.... Me: Ummm, no. When I was about 10, my aunt started competing in East Coast Swing, so I learned by watching her coach the juniors. Some couples have this amazing style that I never understood. It almost seemed like they were doing different dances but it was somehow synchronized so beautifully. I'm 43, and 4 minutes into watching this, I finally understand! It also makes sense why a 90yo couple i know, danced so different to big band music. The Lindy Hop! Thank you!!
That’s awesome! For us, it is so important that dance is easy to understand. That’s how we think you get more people involved. Thank you for being here with us and for contributing:-)
@@countrydancex i am one of them. Not any more. I love your approach of teaching fundamentals and explaining that the rest is just add ons, not new steps. I have the same approach to salsa and hustle.
That's awesome! We've found that all of the social dances (Two Step, Salsa, WCS, ECS, etc) have underlying assumed structures. Those are the only things that give them the ability to become truly leadable rather than "pattern recognition" based dances.
@@countrydancex agree. We call them slot dances since the lady moves up and down the line and the man's job is to either change her direction or her timing. I find most guys misunderstand what leading means and are way too physical.
I was so frustrated with the horrible lessons I've had that I started teaching dance in Madrid Spain. There is a demand here. I quickly filled up my classes. I have my students watch your videos. thejimpaul.com/dance/ There is a link to my syllabus at the bottom of the page. I have no real desire to teach dance. I'm just so so myself... Just to get more people dancing.
We love that you're out there helping others get started! And, thank you for using our videos to help them. Our goal is to possibly do a European tour next year. It'd be great to do some dancing while we're there :-)
absolutely love your videos, and learning from you, i used what i learn here at 4 clubs in so cal. Montana's, branding iron, the canyon, and the ranch. you're an amazing dance couple. keep the videos coming.
@@countrydancex :) watched most of your west coast swing videos last night. will try some moves at my local club tomorrow night. will defiantly look for you guys when your out here. did you guys go to the EDGE event this year? or scottsdale?
Thank you so much for saying that! Our favorite comment of the day. In all honesty, we’re just having fun doing video... I don’t think we’d do it if it ever became too serious.
I went to a group WCS class many, many months ago, and even having competitively danced Jive, Swing, Salsa, Bachata and Zouk in my younger, fitter days, I still struggled with WCS footwork. This video just sent off lightbulbs and 'ah ha!' Moments all the way through. I think I'm ready to try again! My only hesitation is, in my other dances I know how to do a basic step with no moves, is there a similar stationary/basic/break or 'thinking about next combo' step for WCS?
I like this video on West Coast swing.I have being taking lessons at Arthur Murray dancing for a couple of years .But you show me in 14 minutes the easy way to learn.Thanks for the simple approach in dancing .
I teach WCS and I find your explanations very simple to understand, and very helpful for beginners. Some students really struggle with WCS. I'll suggest they watch your video !
I was looking for the full-on wrap whip where you turn as a unit (the girl leaning slightly forward half way thru with a one-arm "presentation" was real popular as an optical illusion) .....to show a male partner who just doesn't get it. I learned it in 1986 just from doing it with partners who knew how to lead it, but something gets lost in translation when I try to Show a Lead how to do it.
Hi, I am watching this from NZ. Is it possible for the lady to wear her trousers higher or tighter at the ankle to enable me to see her footwork. Many thanks. I enjoy watching your videos.
Hi there from Texas. Honestly, we film in whatever we happen to be wearing that day. We operate 2 real dance studios. We love making these videos for you guys, but what we’re wearing is an afterthought since we make them in between other things whenever we have time
I would love to see a video from her perspective, from what the female partner has to do, know, watch/feel for to know the next step. For example, if a turn is on the inside or outside. What's the cue?
It’s actually more simple than people make it out to be. Sure there are tricks like the direction his hand is pointing etc… but, in a nutshell, don’t turn. Be turned.
wonderfully simple, honest, and informative! It's been years since I've danced (had hip replacement and then this virus pandemic!) thank you so much!! I will be back for more
Right at 3:45 where you do the Left Side Pass with Man's Turn, you look so smooth with that Man's Turn. It's a 1 1/2 turn! It's a little hard for me to turn that much fast enough! Any hints. I start turning a little on Count 2 which maybe makes it a 1 1/4 turn. And maybe I finish a little late which I guess is OK too. It looks more like you do it with you feet turning more than a momentum thing. You totally finish your turn by Count 5. Otherwise we can do that whole series of turns after that.
You’re right. It’s a 1/4 turn on count 2 which makes it a little less of a turn. If you watch the turn in slow motion, you’ll notice that the turn finishes between counts 4 and 5. Tip: the closer your feet are together, the faster your turns will be.
I Love the 5 step breakdown on the basic steps …great insight ! Thanks , I’m a senior citizen at 75 years with an left frontal head injury. Dance helps me greatly ❤ you guys
Just found your videos and subscribed. I teach dance and your philosophy is the same as mine, “keep it simple and show the similarities of different styles of dance rather than the differences”. I am currently working on learning more moves for WCS since I have never specialized in it. This video shows me how I can take the basic moves that I know and add variations to make me look like I know what I am doing. Thanks, I will share it with my contacts.
I haven't looked though all of the comments, but do you have a specific video that helps with anticipating whether you're being led into a six-count or an eight-count?
as an experienced lead in other styles, this concise breakdown was very helpful, and gave me the confidence to go out for a night and try some things. thank you.
Anthony and Rose...You guys do a tremendous job! I've been country dancing since 1997 and am a former competitor in the UCWDC. The video quality of your lessons is fantastic and you do a great job of explaining all of your movements. My wife and I really enjoy all of your videos. On another note, Anthony...you've got some really cool shirts. Where do you get them? :)
Thank you so much for saying that. We really do appreciate it :-) Anthony has also competed on and off in the UCWDC... we're considering giving it another go. Anthony only shops at one place (and is on a first name basis with the people who work there). He may not have a single piece of clothing that didn't come from Buckle.
@@countrydancex I can only assume it is Rose that has replied to me...lol. First off...would love to see Anthony, and you, Rose, on the UCWDC floors. To be honest with you, it was more the video you made that showed you guys at home with your family than it was anything else that really drew me close to you guys. My wife and I are now grandparents with four wonderful grandkids so seeing you guys as a family was very meaningful. I wish we were closer to you guys (we are in Florida) because we would absolutely love coming to your classes on a weekly basis. I told my wife today that I thought Anthony's shirts were from Buckle...(yes, I'm going to have to rub it into her that I was right!!) I'll be checking out the local Buckle store! Thank you for responding to me so quickly. It's nice to know that you guys are as real in "real life" as you are in your videos.
Thank you so much for such a sweet comment. For us, our relationship and family is first. We love dancing, but it’s something that we have within our marriage (not having a marriage within our dancing). If doing competition ends up being something that we feel like will enhance our relationship, we may do it... we’re just so busy between owning multiple companies and having small children at home that we literally have to schedule time to spend with each other hahaha. Thank you so much for joining us here! Your comments means a lot to us :-)
Thank you, that was simple enough. I came across this dance just scrolling through you tube and loved it! I'm determined to learn if my 54 yr. old body will let me. I really wish I could have more "hands on" to learn and the competitions look fun. Thank you again, I guess I'll use my kitchen chair for my partner. I'm gonna have fun doing this!
My son, 3rd the youngest start going to this course. I am 73 and since June, for 1st time in my life, i start going to a gym club. An amazing place all round. I am in London and my son in France. I suggested him to teach me the pas, steps and when he comes here, we will dance together. ❤stay safe and sound guys ❤
HI, Thanks for the videos! I am wondering if there is a way to tell when the changes of rhythm are happening. As a follower I am always taken by surprise with a 6 count or an 8 count or when they add 2 to transition etc. Can you help explain how I might know so I do not get on the wrong foot at the start of his new pattern?
Hi there. If you’re wanting to know how to tell if it is a 6 count or 8 count rhythm, typically count 4 will tell you. If it is a 6 count pattern, you will be staying on the side of the slot that you are on. If it’s an 8, he’ll be initiating your movement to the other side. As far as “add 2 to transition”... if you mean giving you 2 counts after a pattern finishes before moving into the next pattern, the answer is simple (maybe not always easy). Don’t do anything because you’re “supposed to”. Do things because the leader asks you to. You won’t come forward into the next pattern until he leads you forward regardless of how many beats tick by :-)
Best video ive seen so far...only thing...maybe include counts with the moves. That would've helped me get it a little quicker. But great tutorial. Thank you
Wow. This is an eye opener as I have been to lessons and it all seems just so complicated. I’m so glad I found your channel . Wishing you’d do more of WCS so it is more accessible. Great video and even got the bf interested now he’s watched it as he gave up o the dance after four lessons.Thanks
I agree that we make this harder than it is. We do several ballroom dances at intermediate social level. We need to improve on this one. Think we will go back to basics and get them better. Excellent video. We just don't have the look in styling that others do.
The right approach with the basics is everything. Not just for this dance, but all of them. Think about it this way ... everything you learn after the basics is simply an expansion of your understanding of the basics. Get the wrong idea there, everything else will be tough.
Wow, this is such a good explanation! My swing dance club at college only teaches East Coast and Lindy Hop. I wonder if we can prepare and learn and maybe teach it next year?? Possible. Can’t wait to practice this!
Hi, I’ve dipped in and out of WCS over the years but am back learning and have found this video very helpful. One question though, how do I know if my lead is leading me into a six count step across or an eight count?
gokblok Sure thing. First of all, Wcs music is actually counted in 4s (not 8s)... however, whether it’s 4s or 8s is totally irrelevant. There is both a 6 and an 8 count pattern structure. But we count everything in sections of 2 beats of music anyway. The odd count is a down beat and the even count is an up beat. Basically, there is a “1” count every other beat. Use the music as a metronome to keep you and your partner in sync rhythmically... nothing more. On the other hand, there is such a thing as musical phrasing. Wcs music is in 4/4 time signature which is 4 beats per measure, 4 measures per bar (or sections of 16 beats of music: 4x4 = 16). Honestly, don’t overthink it, but you should watch this video ruclips.net/video/6QbqdEOjM-U/видео.html to gain an understanding of phrasing and how that plays into musical interpretation.
@@countrydancex yeah, I don't know why I said 8, I meant 4. I think I was thinking about 6ct and 8ct moves. At any rate, I know all about 4/4 time and musical phrases, as I'm a drummer. It's one of the things that made WCS so hard for me starting out. The beginning and ending of a musical bar (4 beats) is so ingrained in me, that it's super dissonant for me staying in groups of 6. I guess I'm wondering at what point are you able to orchestrate patterns that line up with the barlines when you want them to, in order to emphasize musicality in your dancing? Also, what about 10, 12, 14 count moves? Like swivels and such. Thanks.
Hahahaha! We can't believe it took this long to get this comment. We joke about that with each other all the time. Obviously it was supposed to be "the same way", but we had already posted it by the time we realized it. Bonus points for you ;-)
I saw a lot of this living down in Memphis, TN. Gonna give it another go, now that I am retired and my Mrs. and I need to have some stand out moves, ha.
Super helpful. Yall made it look easy. Learn the 5 steps. Yes my instructor is just teaching the sugar push right now. I'm gonna surprise her with thesex5vmoves next time. Thank you
This isn't basic. As good as you all are this IS NOT basic West Coast. What is the rhythm? Its 1 2 3&4, 5 6 7 & 8. You need to explain that first unless it is in a kindergarten video I haven't seen!
You are a damn good teacher bro. I've been wanting to learn west coast swing for a while. Your are definitely the clearest and best at teaching it. Just don't know about that shirt. 🤣
Wow, light bulbs were going on in my brain all through this video! It was super clear and totally simplified the overwhelming variety of WCS moves that I've seen
And you win “Best comment of the day” :-)
That’s what it’s all about for us. So glad you found value in it.
Tom z OConnor
As a dancer of other styles, I can note that in this video it is immediately clear that the follower has a frame, the hand does not hang, the dynamics are in order - a very positive difference from many other videos.
An a big plus - here you can see human plastic and not as usual something from hustle from which the my eyes are bleeding(sorry if you like hustle dance or discofox) - here I can only say - guys, this is really good stuff, respect for what you are doing!
And you win “Most interesting and intriguing comment of the day!” Haha
Thank you for being here and for your contribution to the channel!
I am a Lindy Hop dancer (been at it for over 2 decades). In March of 2020 found myself in Saigon, Vietnam where I decided to chill while the rest of the world was being ravaged by COVID. Social dancing in Saigon is fantastic (my main reason for staying here, not the COVID nonsense), especially the Latin scene. To my surprise Saigon did not have a WCS scene. So... I started one. It's very new - not really a scene yet - for now just trying to teach a group of dancers who hopefully will become the core of the scene. I've done some WCS back in Chicago (where I'm from) but I am hardly an expert on it, let alone on teaching it. Your videos are tremendously helpful - in both understanding the dance itself and understanding how to teach it to others. Thank you so much. Cheers.
That is such a cool story! We’re so glad we could be helpful to you as you spread dance around the world :-)
This is the MOST amazing way to teach this! Ive been dancing for years. Two step, waltz, and many line dances and Ive always wanted to learn West Coast Swing but Ive always been too intimidated. I feel like I can go out to the country bar tomorrow and try this out now! Thank you!
This is helpful by simplifying the 5 parts. The fact that the five parts can be mixed in different ways is really interesting. I have wanted to learn to dance formally for over 20 years and finally made up my mind to pursue it. This helps. I also really appreciate the fact that the finished look of the dance has a lovely elegance. Dance is an amazing tradition that really inspires me. It seem for centuries, all generations had some way of organizing movement to music. What a great way to spend time and play together with a partner.
Dancing is the perfect combination of emotion, expression, and personal connection.
We’re so glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you for being here!
The fun part about West Coast Swing is you can dance it to different kinds of music.
I live in Virginia and am learning East Coast Swing...I was told it is easier than West Coast...I keep getting overwhelmed by specifics. What you demonstrated seems simpler and more straight forward. It also looks to me as if it can be applied in East Coast Swing. Thanks for the demo!
The trickiest part has been learning what my lead is trying to get me to do, whenI haven't learned all the options yet. This was a fantastic breakdown of the basic steps and how to make them fun! Thank you!!!
Very, very, helpful. Clear steps. We enjoy WCS.
So glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for being here and supporting the channel :-)
Great pleasure. We're very pleased dancing WCS and to revise the basic steps is excellent.
I appreciate that the simple framework that you describe allows beginners, like me, to see through the haze of all the other instruction videos out there. I always come back to Country Dance X. I know that it's not considered "Country" (which I love!), but would you ever consider a Hustle video? I lived that era but didn't really know what I was doing.
We're so glad to have you here! Thank you for contributing :-) Hustle is a fun one. You'll see it sometimes done by country dancers. It seems that "country swing" has become popular (which is kind of just a water downed version of hustle)
Love you videos and the manner in which you teach. I've been taking lindy hop lessons here in England for 9 months now, and watching your videos have really helped me with that style of dancing. Keep up the great work..!
We're so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for supporting the channel!
You guys make this so simple and easy to follow. I have an instructor that is over complicating us and throwing too many moves at us. There are several different styles and versions.
We're so glad it was helpful! Easy and accomplished always beats complicated and not ;-)
You @2:01: Basic enough, right? So....
Me: Ummm, no.
When I was about 10, my aunt started competing in East Coast Swing, so I learned by watching her coach the juniors. Some couples have this amazing style that I never understood. It almost seemed like they were doing different dances but it was somehow synchronized so beautifully. I'm 43, and 4 minutes into watching this, I finally understand! It also makes sense why a 90yo couple i know, danced so different to big band music. The Lindy Hop! Thank you!!
That’s awesome! For us, it is so important that dance is easy to understand. That’s how we think you get more people involved. Thank you for being here with us and for contributing:-)
Love the idea of learning side passes first. I learned something new. Thank you
So glad you got something from it. Learning the sugar push as “the basic” is a huge mistake that many teachers make.
@@countrydancex i am one of them. Not any more. I love your approach of teaching fundamentals and explaining that the rest is just add ons, not new steps. I have the same approach to salsa and hustle.
That's awesome! We've found that all of the social dances (Two Step, Salsa, WCS, ECS, etc) have underlying assumed structures. Those are the only things that give them the ability to become truly leadable rather than "pattern recognition" based dances.
@@countrydancex agree. We call them slot dances since the lady moves up and down the line and the man's job is to either change her direction or her timing. I find most guys misunderstand what leading means and are way too physical.
This video is fantastic. Most teachers are afraid to give away the "treasure". Anthony and Rose are introducing WCS for the masses.
Thank you so much for watching and your kind comment! We love our job :-)
I was so frustrated with the horrible lessons I've had that I started teaching dance in Madrid Spain. There is a demand here. I quickly filled up my classes. I have my students watch your videos. thejimpaul.com/dance/ There is a link to my syllabus at the bottom of the page. I have no real desire to teach dance. I'm just so so myself... Just to get more people dancing.
We love that you're out there helping others get started! And, thank you for using our videos to help them. Our goal is to possibly do a European tour next year. It'd be great to do some dancing while we're there :-)
This is the way to get an immediate subscriber. Great job teaching. Clear and concise without being TOO SLOW. Thank you so much.
Thank you so, so much for sharing this video. Its
just what i needed to get started
Love to hear that! And thank you for watching 😀
absolutely love your videos, and learning from you, i used what i learn here at 4 clubs in so cal. Montana's, branding iron, the canyon, and the ranch. you're an amazing dance couple. keep the videos coming.
That makes us so happy to hear! We’ll be in SoCal in a few months :-)
@@countrydancex :) watched most of your west coast swing videos last night. will try some moves at my local club tomorrow night. will defiantly look for you guys when your out here. did you guys go to the EDGE event this year? or scottsdale?
We went to Scottsdale last year. Our schedules are pretty tight with our tour this year :-/
Very clear instructions
Glad it was helpful!
Beautifully explained!
We're so glad you enjoyed it!
That is easy way to understand
So glad you think so! Thank you for joining us :-)
You were great in The Wire
I love you guys whoa!!!! sexyyyyyyyy thanks
We love you too!!!! Thank you so much ;-)
Your energy and passion are inspiring. Exactly what most teachers are lacking today. Not just in dance but in a variety of disciplines. Keep it up!
Thank you so much for saying that! Our favorite comment of the day. In all honesty, we’re just having fun doing video... I don’t think we’d do it if it ever became too serious.
superb and helpfull
This is a great starting point. Thank you for this
Grate lesson
I went to a group WCS class many, many months ago, and even having competitively danced Jive, Swing, Salsa, Bachata and Zouk in my younger, fitter days, I still struggled with WCS footwork. This video just sent off lightbulbs and 'ah ha!' Moments all the way through. I think I'm ready to try again! My only hesitation is, in my other dances I know how to do a basic step with no moves, is there a similar stationary/basic/break or 'thinking about next combo' step for WCS?
Like your style!
Thank you!
I like this video on West Coast swing.I have being taking lessons at Arthur Murray dancing for a couple of years .But you show me in 14 minutes the easy way to learn.Thanks for the simple approach in dancing .
Love that! Keep working on it :-) Thank you for watching and contributing here. Let us know if there's anything we can do to help.
thank you
I have watched a lot of basic WCS video's and I have to say yours is by far the best. Thank you so much for posting.
Wow! What an awesome thing to say! Thank you so much for joining us :-)
I teach WCS and I find your explanations very simple to understand, and very helpful for beginners. Some students really struggle with WCS. I'll suggest they watch your video !
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Hello from Texas USA
I have been taking lessons for 2 years and have learned more in this video than in 2 years. Lightbulb moments agogo. Thank you.
Love this comment! Thank you for being here with us 😃
I was looking for the full-on wrap whip where you turn as a unit (the girl leaning slightly forward half way thru with a one-arm "presentation" was real popular as an optical illusion) .....to show a male partner who just doesn't get it. I learned it in 1986 just from doing it with partners who knew how to lead it, but something gets lost in translation when I try to Show a Lead how to do it.
Hmmm... it’s hard to visualize from just words. We’d love to help, but would need a little more to go on.
Hi, I am watching this from NZ.
Is it possible for the lady to wear her trousers higher or tighter at the ankle to enable me to see her footwork.
Many thanks. I enjoy watching your videos.
Hi there from Texas. Honestly, we film in whatever we happen to be wearing that day. We operate 2 real dance studios. We love making these videos for you guys, but what we’re wearing is an afterthought since we make them in between other things whenever we have time
I would love to see a video from her perspective, from what the female partner has to do, know, watch/feel for to know the next step. For example, if a turn is on the inside or outside. What's the cue?
It’s actually more simple than people make it out to be. Sure there are tricks like the direction his hand is pointing etc… but, in a nutshell, don’t turn. Be turned.
wonderfully simple, honest, and informative! It's been years since I've danced (had hip replacement and then this virus pandemic!) thank you so much!! I will be back for more
Glad it was helpful! Welcome to the channel :-)
Right at 3:45 where you do the Left Side Pass with Man's Turn, you look so smooth with that Man's Turn. It's a 1 1/2 turn! It's a little hard for me to turn that much fast enough! Any hints. I start turning a little on Count 2 which maybe makes it a 1 1/4 turn. And maybe I finish a little late which I guess is OK too. It looks more like you do it with you feet turning more than a momentum thing. You totally finish your turn by Count 5. Otherwise we can do that whole series of turns after that.
You’re right. It’s a 1/4 turn on count 2 which makes it a little less of a turn. If you watch the turn in slow motion, you’ll notice that the turn finishes between counts 4 and 5. Tip: the closer your feet are together, the faster your turns will be.
I Love the 5 step breakdown on the basic steps …great insight ! Thanks , I’m a senior citizen at 75 years with an left frontal head injury. Dance helps me greatly ❤ you guys
Just found your videos and subscribed. I teach dance and your philosophy is the same as mine, “keep it simple and show the similarities of different styles of dance rather than the differences”. I am currently working on learning more moves for WCS since I have never specialized in it. This video shows me how I can take the basic moves that I know and add variations to make me look like I know what I am doing. Thanks, I will share it with my contacts.
Love that!
I would like to see videos of him practicing alone and her practicing alone so I we can have ideas for drills at home.
That's a good idea! Thanks for the suggestion :-)
Yes! Im a newbie and i think that would be extremely helpful!
"Look up WCS Basic step"
*looks up wcs basic step*
first link: this video
lol. but this vid is great. Thanks
I haven't looked though all of the comments, but do you have a specific video that helps with anticipating whether you're being led into a six-count or an eight-count?
This should be exactly what you need:
ruclips.net/video/A8cNBjQwMUw/видео.html
U demonstrate so detailed now I could dance west coast swing ty for ur vdio keep going very help for beginners
So awesome of you to say that :-) We're so glad it could be helpful!
as an experienced lead in other styles, this concise breakdown was very helpful, and gave me the confidence to go out for a night and try some things. thank you.
Wow! This guy is the best Western Swing teacher I've come across on the internet! So clear and simple and looks so sleek!
Hey there. Thank you for the positivity! We’re so glad I’m you enjoyed it ❤️
You made it look so easy. I picked up a couple of moves that I am going to surprise my dance instructor with next week
Love it!
Anthony and Rose...You guys do a tremendous job! I've been country dancing since 1997 and am a former competitor in the UCWDC. The video quality of your lessons is fantastic and you do a great job of explaining all of your movements. My wife and I really enjoy all of your videos. On another note, Anthony...you've got some really cool shirts. Where do you get them? :)
Thank you so much for saying that. We really do appreciate it :-) Anthony has also competed on and off in the UCWDC... we're considering giving it another go.
Anthony only shops at one place (and is on a first name basis with the people who work there). He may not have a single piece of clothing that didn't come from Buckle.
@@countrydancex I can only assume it is Rose that has replied to me...lol. First off...would love to see Anthony, and you, Rose, on the UCWDC floors. To be honest with you, it was more the video you made that showed you guys at home with your family than it was anything else that really drew me close to you guys. My wife and I are now grandparents with four wonderful grandkids so seeing you guys as a family was very meaningful. I wish we were closer to you guys (we are in Florida) because we would absolutely love coming to your classes on a weekly basis. I told my wife today that I thought Anthony's shirts were from Buckle...(yes, I'm going to have to rub it into her that I was right!!) I'll be checking out the local Buckle store! Thank you for responding to me so quickly. It's nice to know that you guys are as real in "real life" as you are in your videos.
Thank you so much for such a sweet comment. For us, our relationship and family is first. We love dancing, but it’s something that we have within our marriage (not having a marriage within our dancing). If doing competition ends up being something that we feel like will enhance our relationship, we may do it... we’re just so busy between owning multiple companies and having small children at home that we literally have to schedule time to spend with each other hahaha.
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Thank you, that was simple enough. I came across this dance just scrolling through you tube and loved it! I'm determined to learn if my 54 yr. old body will let me. I really wish I could have more "hands on" to learn and the competitions look fun. Thank you again, I guess I'll use my kitchen chair for my partner. I'm gonna have fun doing this!
Yes, everything in WCS is either a Basic (6count), a Whip (8count) or a walk.
Yep. We tell students that everything is either a 6 count or an 8 count pattern .... no matter how many beats of music it is
@@countrydancex I have struggled with this dance. You are finally pulling it together. Ty
Love to hear that!!!
My son, 3rd the youngest start going to this course. I am 73 and since June, for 1st time in my life, i start going to a gym club. An amazing place all round. I am in London and my son in France. I suggested him to teach me the pas, steps and when he comes here, we will dance together. ❤stay safe and sound guys ❤
What sound can we use??
Awesome video!! Greetings from Jalisco, Mexico!!
Hola! Thank you so much for watching :-)
What music can we use???
this is so helpful!! thanks for being so clear
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Best video EVER!!!!! Love it!
Thank you guys 😉
Glad you enjoyed it!
HI, Thanks for the videos! I am wondering if there is a way to tell when the changes of rhythm are happening. As a follower I am always taken by surprise with a 6 count or an 8 count or when they add 2 to transition etc. Can you help explain how I might know so I do not get on the wrong foot at the start of his new pattern?
Hi there. If you’re wanting to know how to tell if it is a 6 count or 8 count rhythm, typically count 4 will tell you. If it is a 6 count pattern, you will be staying on the side of the slot that you are on. If it’s an 8, he’ll be initiating your movement to the other side. As far as “add 2 to transition”... if you mean giving you 2 counts after a pattern finishes before moving into the next pattern, the answer is simple (maybe not always easy). Don’t do anything because you’re “supposed to”. Do things because the leader asks you to. You won’t come forward into the next pattern until he leads you forward regardless of how many beats tick by :-)
Incredible video! Congrats!! Simple and precise explanations!
🙏 Thank you so much! We’re so glad you enjoyed it 😃
Best video ive seen so far...only thing...maybe include counts with the moves. That would've helped me get it a little quicker. But great tutorial. Thank you
Glad you enjoyed it! Try this video for a follow up: ruclips.net/video/6zupkXzZp04/видео.html
Is the follow's tempo supposed to start quick and then slow down, as she's doing here?
Damnnnnm. Excellent. The best on tube. You explained it perfectly. And a very comfortable pace. You have me on the best direction in years. Thank you.
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I love watching you both!
We love that you're watching us both hahaha. Thank you for joining us :-)
Wow. This is an eye opener as I have been to lessons and it all seems just so complicated. I’m so glad I found your channel . Wishing you’d do more of WCS so it is more accessible. Great video and even got the bf interested now he’s watched it as he gave up o the dance after four lessons.Thanks
That's awesome! Makes us so happy to hear :-) We will definitely have more WCS posting soon... check back on Thursday
Country Dance thank you Country Dance. I am looking forward to it.
This was a great video!! Can't wait to give it a try. Me and my fiance only have left feet though.
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I agree that we make this harder than it is. We do several ballroom dances at intermediate social level. We need to improve on this one. Think we will go back to basics and get them better. Excellent video. We just don't have the look in styling that others do.
The right approach with the basics is everything. Not just for this dance, but all of them. Think about it this way ... everything you learn after the basics is simply an expansion of your understanding of the basics. Get the wrong idea there, everything else will be tough.
This was so helpful! Thank you so much for simplfying.
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I love the way you guys teach! You make it simple and fun!!! Catholic Tradigal
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I've learned SO-MUCH from you two! Thank you so much!
That makes us so happy to hear! As long as you keep watching, we’ll keep making more videos :-)
Y'all are so graceful and these instructions are nice and clear.
Thank you so much for being here and for your kind words!
Greetings from Malaysia. I want to dance!!!!!!
Howdy from Texas! 💃🕺
Thanks guys ….great teaching simplified 🖐❤️
Ok ... took lessons a few, well quite a few, years ago. Like the style ... subscribed.
Let us know if we can help!
By the way, your name is my name too.
Wow, this is such a good explanation! My swing dance club at college only teaches East Coast and Lindy Hop. I wonder if we can prepare and learn and maybe teach it next year?? Possible. Can’t wait to practice this!
Hi, I’ve dipped in and out of WCS over the years but am back learning and have found this video very helpful. One question though, how do I know if my lead is leading me into a six count step across or an eight count?
Can you explain why WCS is 6-counts set against 8-count music? And to that point, how does one learn how to link up combos to fit musically?
gokblok Sure thing. First of all, Wcs music is actually counted in 4s (not 8s)... however, whether it’s 4s or 8s is totally irrelevant. There is both a 6 and an 8 count pattern structure. But we count everything in sections of 2 beats of music anyway. The odd count is a down beat and the even count is an up beat. Basically, there is a “1” count every other beat. Use the music as a metronome to keep you and your partner in sync rhythmically... nothing more. On the other hand, there is such a thing as musical phrasing. Wcs music is in 4/4 time signature which is 4 beats per measure, 4 measures per bar (or sections of 16 beats of music: 4x4 = 16). Honestly, don’t overthink it, but you should watch this video ruclips.net/video/6QbqdEOjM-U/видео.html to gain an understanding of phrasing and how that plays into musical interpretation.
@@countrydancex yeah, I don't know why I said 8, I meant 4. I think I was thinking about 6ct and 8ct moves. At any rate, I know all about 4/4 time and musical phrases, as I'm a drummer. It's one of the things that made WCS so hard for me starting out. The beginning and ending of a musical bar (4 beats) is so ingrained in me, that it's super dissonant for me staying in groups of 6. I guess I'm wondering at what point are you able to orchestrate patterns that line up with the barlines when you want them to, in order to emphasize musicality in your dancing? Also, what about 10, 12, 14 count moves? Like swivels and such. Thanks.
Actually should've watched the video before I replied again. That's a really great explanation. Thanks.
Just watched and was hoping to see you end your instructions by incorporating all 5 moves to music. Would love to see that!
I'll "never look at west coast swing ever again?" thinking I'll never look at wcs as difficult ever again?
Hahahaha! We can't believe it took this long to get this comment. We joke about that with each other all the time. Obviously it was supposed to be "the same way", but we had already posted it by the time we realized it. Bonus points for you ;-)
@@countrydancex many thanks to you guys. your videos are. making my wcs much smoother.
Love to hear that!!
Maybe I can learn😲
For sure!
Kick-ass! Thank you for this ☺️🥰🤗
You're so welcome!
Good clear breakdown of the elements. Very helpful. Thank you.
You’re very welcome!
Very good tutorial. By simplifying it helped me a lot. Thank you. :)
Excellent video. Thank you!!
Glad it was helpful!
I saw a lot of this living down in Memphis, TN. Gonna give it another go, now that I am retired and my Mrs. and I need to have some stand out moves, ha.
Super helpful. Yall made it look easy. Learn the 5 steps. Yes my instructor is just teaching the sugar push right now. I'm gonna surprise her with thesex5vmoves next time. Thank you
THis video is very helpful to understand advanced patterns based on beginner steps.
It's like Salsa Casino ;) nice.
I would find it great if both teachers had the same amount of speaking time.
They both have 100% of the speaking time that they want lol
Great video! Super helpful!
Thank you! We’re so glad you liked it.
Thanks for the great breakdown and simplification between the WCS & the whip since I grew up with the whip and ECS.
Wow. This guy really breaks WCS down...
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Great video. Thank you!!!
You are so welcome! Thanks for watching
Great video. Rose is REAL easy on the eyes, I might add.
There's so much information packed into this one video. I learn something new every time I watch it. Thanks!
Thank you for this video. We are interested in learning the west coast swing and this video is so encouraging and very helpful.
Subscribed! Ty
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Wow! This video is good for beginners.
Glad to hear that!
Great teacher Sir ….thank’s
the video is fantastic! thank you so very much!
Glad you liked it!
This isn't basic. As good as you all are this IS NOT basic West Coast. What is the rhythm? Its 1 2 3&4, 5 6 7 & 8. You need to explain that first unless it is in a kindergarten video I haven't seen!
Mayford Davis ok. We’d love to learn. Point us to your video where you break that down.
You are a damn good teacher bro.
I've been wanting to learn west coast swing for a while.
Your are definitely the clearest and best at teaching it.
Just don't know about that shirt. 🤣
Oooh… you started out so well 🤣