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ROCHESTER WEST COAST SWING  
 

 
 
 
 
 
Classes

Dance class photo Classes are available for every level of dancer. Priced at $10 per class, or $54 in advance for six consecutive classes. Details of avaialable classes are shown below. Unless otherwise noted, all classes are held at DancEncounters, 1115 E Main St., Rochester, NY. See the venues page for a map.



 
UPCOMING EVENTS
 
 
   
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WEST COAST SWING CLASSES

It all starts with the eight-week Introduction to Swing class. From there, you can enter the ongoing Basic Level II sessions. Please note that the Basic Level II and Intermediate sessions are on-going classes. They are not sessions of a fixed length of time. Because of the array of skills and moves that can be learned, students attend Basic Level II classes until their dancing is ready for the next level, when they progress into the ongoing Intermediate I classes. The pattern then continues and they attend those classes until their dancing is ready for the next level.

Click on a class below to learn more about it and its schedule.

expansion iconIntroduction to West Coast Swing
Description
Want to learn West Coast Swing? This 8-week class will give you the foundation and basics of this versatile and fun dance. From there you can keep going. No prior dance experience is necessary.
Schedule
Next Session: 7:30PM - 8:30PM Tuesdays May 6 - June 24, 2008
Cost: $10 per class, or $72 for the eight week series (paid in advance or on the first night of class)
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expansion iconBasic Level II
Description
This ongoing Beyond the Basics class is for dancers with a knowledge of basics, variations and technique. In this class, you'll be introduced to patterns, styling, and eight count whips. The class will cover basic variations while reinforcing the fundamentals of WCS. A knowledge of West Coast Swing basic six count moves is necessary.
Schedule
Currently offered Thursdays 8:15PM - 9:15PM.
expansion iconIntermediate I
Description
In the ongoing Intermediate I classes, you will continue working on pattern variations, musicality, styling, hitting breaks, etc. The class will introduce some easier intermediate patterns and variations, while continuing to work on basic technique. To get the most from this class, students should be very comfortable with pattern variations. At least one year of WCS experience necessary.
Schedule
Currently offered Tuesdays 7:30PM-8:30PM. Practice music after class from 8:30PM-9:00PM is included.
expansion iconIntermediate II
Description
Focusing on techniques, patterns, and variations for the experienced West Coast Swing Dancer. This is an ongoing class. Two years of regular WCS dance experience is a must.
Schedule
Currently offered Thursdays 7:00PM-8:00PM
expansion iconPrivate Lessons for all levels
Private lessons are available, for dancers of all levels, by appointment. Contact Antoinette at Antoinette@RochesterWestCoastSwing.com for more information, or to schedule a lesson.


SALSA CLASSES

Antoinette is available to teach group classes and parties. Contact Antoinette at Antoinette@RochesterWestCoastSwing.com for more information, or to schedule.