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WCS: Dope AF

Shot straight from the living room during lockdown, Anthony and Rose break down a cool West Coast Swing pattern with a lot of cool details and some fun handwork. It starts from a right-to-right handshake and builds into a pass with a sneaky arm catch, a turn where the follower goes behind the leader, and some clever rotations that end with a stylish body roll and anchor. They cover how to stay out of the follower’s slot (super important), how to manage connection through ribcage leads, and how to keep the flow smooth through multiple transitions—without getting tangled up. There’s some bonus close-up work on the hand transitions, how to safely pull off the neck roll, and what to do if you don’t have a lot of space. This is a great routine to practice at home and a solid challenge for anyone comfortable with their basics. The pattern itself is flashy without being over-the-top, and it leaves a lot of room for styling once you get the mechanics down. If you’ve got a small space and a partner—or even if you’re solo and just want to walk through the shapes—this is a great one to work on from home.

  • Apr 2020
  • 10 min
  • English (US)