7 Habits of Highly Effective Swing Dancers

There are traits or habits that are consistent among all great West Coast Swing dancers. The dance is constantly evolving, but the habits for success do not change, and that's what this video teaches you.

Included are drills on mastering each new habit:

Habit #1 Footwork: Rolling, Walking and Sliding
Habit #2 Elasticity & Momentum: Stretch, Spring, Slingshot
Habit #3 Bodywork: Shaping, Groove and Contrabody
Habit #4 Turn Technique: Stationary, Pivot & Chaine Turns
Habit #5 Musicality: Phrasing and Swing Timing
Habit #6 Pattern Structure: Formulae for creating your own
Habit #7 Invitation Leads: The secret behind follower’s “play”

They are currently ranked in the top 5 according to the World Swing Dance Council. See them dance in this video clip:

Myles & Tessa 7 Habits of Highly Effective Swing Dancers (2 Volumes)

Welcome to the wonderful world of West Coast Swing… This video is designed to augment your existing knowledge of Swing, regardless of your level or experience. Each Habit was chosen as a key element in the most current and coveted West Coast Swing styles.

With Myles' 16 years of experience in virtually every dance form and Tessa's degrees in both Human Kinetics and Education, they are able to break down elusive tips and techniques that normally take years to learn, and explain them in a uniquely accessible way. Imagine the possibilities you can create in your dancing with the secrets Myles and Tessa can unlock for you!

Volume I
Habit 1: Connection & the Window Pane
Habit 2: Body Shaping & Body Flight
Habit 3: Turn Technique
Habit 4: Dancing to Slow Music

Volume II
Habit 5: Dancing Outside the Slot
Habit 6: Backleading and Backfollowing
Habit 7: Musical Interpretation