• West Coast Swing

WCS: 8 Count Secrets

In this video, Anthony and Rose reveal the “pro-level secret” behind 8-count patterns in West Coast Swing—something most dancers never get taught when they're just learning steps and patterns. If WCS has ever felt confusing or overwhelming, especially with all the counts and fancy moves, this will finally make it make sense. They break the 8-count pattern down into four simple sections: Come Toward Me – The follower begins traveling down the slot. Come Back – She starts to return (yep, mid-pattern). The Variation – This is where the magic happens (the underarm turn, the hand change, etc.). Anchor – Everything settles and resets for the next move. Using an easy visual model (think colored circles and “game of Thrones” references), they explain the roles of both leader and follower in a way that’s clear, fun, and totally not scary. You’ll see how this structure applies to every single 8-count pattern, whether it’s a whip, an underarm turn, or some fancy variation. If you’ve ever thought West Coast Swing felt too complicated or like you were constantly behind the music, this lesson will seriously flip the switch. It’s about how the dance works—not just memorizing moves. Read More

• Jul 2019
• 12 min