Rose Lewis
Rose Lewis is a fourth-generation performer born in Orange County, CA. She grew up harmonizing with The LaVerne Tripp Family on TBN tours while her father, speaker-musician Terry Tripp, criss-crossed the nation.
But Rose’s rhythm pulled her toward dance. After meeting future husband Anthony Lewis, she dove head-first into partner styles, earning professional certifications in Country, Swing, Ballroom and Latin. Together the pair co-created X Dance, the world’s first interactive virtual training platform, and amassed the web’s largest social following for a dance studio.
Rose’s teaching is famed for its relaxed, question-friendly vibe: practical footwork fixes with a dash of Disney optimism that mirrors the homeschooling mom’s everyday energy. She has demonstrated those skills for millions on CMT, FOX, ABC’s series Nashville, and a live Two-Step lesson on Live with Kelly and Mark.
Offstage, Rose carries a star-studded heritage. She is the great-granddaughter of Golden-Age screen duo Jo Ann Dru and crooner Dick Haymes, and the great-niece of legendary Hollywood Squares host Peter Marshall.
From 360-degree livestream classes to packed tour stops, Rose Lewis keeps the family torch blazing—now the spotlight is on the dance floor worldwide today.
Person History
This lesson is all about The Walkover — one of our favorite tricks to add a little flash to your dancing. It looks impressive but is surprisingly easy once you...
NC2: Sweetheart Pass and Fan
Anthony and Rose bring you a beautiful Nightclub Two Step pattern that blends smooth connection with elegant movement. This isn’t country Two Step — this is Nig...
How To Practice
How to Practice isn’t just a motivational pep talk — it’s a practical guide to actually getting better at dance. In this video, Anthony lays out the real differ...
Intro To Dips
Country Swing wouldn’t be what it is without the dramatic flair of dips and drops—and this collection teaches you how to pull them off safely, smoothly, and wit...
Neck Roll Dip
In this intermediate-level Country Swing lesson, Anthony and Rose teach a dip that blends flash with flow: the Neck Roll Dip. It’s a crowd-pleaser with a cool i...
The Princess Dip
This stylish Country Swing dip combines a smooth lift, solid technique, and just the right amount of flair. In this lesson, Anthony and Rose break down The Prin...
The Rag Doll
The Ragdoll is a fun and eye-catching dip that adds drama, rotation, and style to your Country Swing. In this intermediate-level tutorial, you’ll learn how to s...
The Cuddle Drop
The Cuddle Drop is a dramatic, eye-catching move in Country Swing that takes the basic cuddle position and turns it into a full weight-supported drop. Taught by...
The Cuddle Lean
In this beginner-friendly Country Swing dip tutorial, you’ll learn how to confidently lead and follow one of the most popular and widely used dips in country pa...
2S: The Hurricane
In this intermediate-to-advanced Two Step lesson, Anthony and Rose teach a flashy, high-energy move we call The Hurricane—and once you see it, you’ll understand...
Turns: The Ultimate Guide
If you’re gonna Two Step, you’re gonna turn. A lot. In this video, Anthony and Rose break down everything you need to know about turning in Two Step — not just...
Top 5 Tips (Country Swing)
This one’s a little different — and a whole lot of fun. In this episode, Anthony and Rose team up with some of the top country swing dancers from all over the U...
2S: Check Illusion and Bowtie Neck Roll
This intermediate Two Step pattern was one of the highlights from our stop at the Thirsty Horse Saloon in San Antonio, Texas, during the Two Step Tour. We call...
2S: Ronde Arm Lock
In this festive Two Step combo, Anthony and Rose are dancing under the Christmas lights at Market Street in The Woodlands, Texas. And while the setting is all h...
2S: Leader's Free Spin
In this Two Step lesson, Anthony and Rose break down a pattern that flips the script a little — this time, the leader gets to do all the cool stuff. This one st...
2S: Choreography: Part 3
In this final piece of the three-part Two Step choreography series, Anthony and Rose wrap it up with another 64-count combo that ties everything together. This...
2S: Choreography: Part 2
In Part 2 of this progressive Two Step series, Anthony and Rose teach an intermediate 64-count choreography combo that links seamlessly with Part 1 — but also s...
2S: Tunnel Wrap and Pretzel
In this video, Anthony and Rose break down a super fun (and twisty) intermediate Two Step combo that combines a tunnel wrap with a pretzel/hammerlock finish. Th...
2S: The Pretzel
In this fun and super-requested video, Anthony and Rose teach the classic “Pretzel” pattern — a twisty turn-and-wrap combo that pops up in all kinds of partner...
2S: Choreography: Part 1
In this video, Anthony and Rose break down the first part of a full 64-count Two Step combo — and instead of teaching you just another random pattern, they show...
2S: Weave Fold Variation
This one’s a super fun, eye-catching Two Step combo that’s still 100% leadable out on the social dance floor. Anthony and Rose break down this intermediate-leve...
WCS: Understanding 6 vs 8 Count Patterns
This lesson will clear up one of the biggest sticking points for West Coast Swing dancers moving from novice into intermediate: how do you know if a pattern is...
CS: Hair Flip and Neck Roll Dip
Ready to level up your country swing game? This flashy combo blends style, control, and just the right amount of drama. Anthony and Rose walk you through the Ha...
ECS: Swing/Jitterbug Basics
If you've never danced a day in your life and someone just invited you to a wedding or party, this is the video you need. Anthony and Rose break down one of the...
WCS: The Roll Slide
This one’s for our intermediate and advanced West Coast Swing dancers looking to level up their whip game. Anthony and Rose break down a slick pattern they call...
An Intro To The Country Dances
If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to country dance but had no idea where to start—this is it. In this video, Anthony and Rose break down the world of country d...
WCS: Rolling Walk Under
Anthony and Rose are back with another West Coast Swing favorite—filmed in front of the giant Christmas tree in Market Street, The Woodlands, TX. This has becom...
How To Dance ... With Bad Dancers
Let’s be honest—sometimes the stuff you practice just doesn’t work when you hit the dance floor. You’ve learned the steps, you’ve drilled the technique, and the...
WCS: The Illusion Whip
Anthony and Rose are back with one of their favorite West Coast Swing patterns—shot in front of the big Christmas tree in The Woodlands, just like last year. Th...
2S: Roll-In Reverse
This stylish Two Step combination was taken straight from Anthony and Rose’s live performance at the Stagecoach Country Music Festival—and now it’s your turn to...
WCS: Understanding The Anchor
This is one of the most important West Coast Swing videos Anthony and Rose have ever made—and once you watch it, you’ll understand why. For something that gets...
Two Hand Drop
In this video, Anthony and Rose teach a crowd-favorite trick straight from their workshop at the Stagecoach Music Festival in Southern California—a dramatic and...
WCS: Reverse Whip Variations
In this West Coast Swing lesson, Anthony and Rose break down a move that’s often danced but rarely explained clearly: the Reverse Whip. If you already know the...
NC2: Diamond Patterns
In this lesson, Anthony and Rose break down one of the most important foundational patterns in Nightclub Two Step — the Diamond Pattern. If you’ve never danced...
2S: Quick Tunnels
In this lesson, Anthony and Rose take dancers on a trip back to the glory days of Two Step with a smooth and stylish move called the Quick Tunnel. This one's go...
The Secret To Turns
In this lesson, Anthony and Rose reveal a small but game-changing tip that makes turns easier to lead and easier to follow — no matter the dance style. Whether...
WCS: Side Passes Simplified
In this first lesson of the West Coast Swing Secrets series, Anthony and Rose introduce a completely new way of thinking about West Coast Swing — one that break...
2S: Inside Slip Turns
In this action-packed lesson, Anthony and Rose break down one of their most frequently danced (but shockingly never-before-taught) Two Step patterns. It’s a fla...
Stop These 5 Turn Mistakes
In this lesson, Anthony and Rose break down the five biggest reasons dancers struggle with turns—and more importantly, how to fix them. Whether you're dancing T...
WCS: Basics - Rolling Passes
In Part 2 of the West Coast Swing Secrets series, Anthony and Rose break down one of the most important building blocks of West Coast Swing: the rolling pass—an...
CS: The Pot Stirrer
In this intermediate-level country swing lesson, Anthony and Rose walk you through a fun, flirty move that plays with cradle positions, directional momentum, an...
WCS: Wrap In And Outs
In this bonus installment of the West Coast Swing Secrets series, Anthony and Rose break down one of the most versatile—and often misunderstood—concepts in the...
ECS: Lindy Turn and Shoulder Catch
In this fun and flashy East Coast Swing episode, Anthony and Rose teach an intermediate-level combination that blends classic Lindy rhythm with modern flair. Th...
CS: Tandem Arm Catch
This powerhouse Country Swing pattern is loaded with rotation, syncopation, and footwork challenges—making it one of the most advanced combos we've ever taught....
WCS: Sugar Push Variations
In Part 3 of the West Coast Swing Secrets series, Anthony and Rose finally dive into the ever-popular Sugar Push—but not just a Sugar Push... all Sugar Pushes....
2S: Surprise Hammerlock Combo
In this lesson, Anthony and Rose teach an awesome Two Step pattern they cooked up on the fly—it's got turns, wraps, and direction changes that'll definitely tur...
CS: Basic Steps
This lesson breaks down the real Country Swing — not the no-rhythm, spin-only version you’ve seen on Instagram, and definitely not East Coast Swing masquerading...
WCS: The LIE You Were Told
In this video, Anthony and Rose tackle one of the biggest lies in partner dancing—that West Coast Swing is “too complicated.” Spoiler: It’s not. And if you’ve e...
Polka: Basic Steps
In this lesson, Anthony and Rose break down the basics of Country Polka—one of their favorite high-energy dances that’s still going strong in the Texas dancehal...
2S: Barrel Rolls
If you’re building your go-to Two Step moves, this one’s a must. In this lesson, Anthony and Rose break down the Barrel Roll—a classic, essential pattern that l...
CS: Princess Dip Combo
In this lesson, Anthony and Rose break down a smooth and stylish country swing combo that includes wraps, reverses, redirection, and (if you’re up for it) a ful...
2S: Partner Pivots and Telespin
This lesson is all about the ingredients that make your Two Step patterns go from “just fine” to whoa, did you see that? Anthony and Rose walk you through two o...
2S: The 1.5 Turn Rule
This video is a game-changer. Anthony and Rose break down one of the biggest misconceptions in country Two Step: the idea that a follower's turn should only rot...
CS: Cuddle Lean
This lesson is part two in the Country Swing series, so if you haven’t watched part one yet (which covers alternating underarm turns), go back and check that on...
2S: Whip Patterns
In this lesson, Anthony and Rose finally tackle one of the most essential—and most under-taught—patterns in Two Step: The Whip. It’s not just one move, but a co...
2S: The Helicopter
Get ready to spin! In this flashy intermediate-to-advanced Two Step pattern—called “The Helicopter”—Rose does the turning, Anthony does the walking, and your cr...
WCS: Footwork and Syncopations
This lesson is part of the West Coast Swing Secrets series—and it’s all about what really matters when it comes to syncopations and footwork. Spoiler alert: it’...
ECS: Bowtie and Neck Roll
In this lesson, Anthony and Rose break down a super fun East Coast Swing combo that combines two classic moves—the bow tie and the neck roll—into one smooth, st...
WCS: Rolling Pass Variations
This episode dives deep into one of the most versatile tools in your West Coast Swing toolkit: the rolling pass. Anthony and Rose break down the basic version o...
2S: Check Hammerlock Reverse
This slick Two Step pattern looks fancy, but it’s way more doable than it first appears. In this lesson, Anthony and Rose teach a combo that includes a check, a...
Waltz: Syncopated Turn & Dévelopé
This intermediate waltz pattern blends elegant movement with just enough challenge to make it super rewarding. In this lesson, Anthony and Rose teach a smooth t...
WCS: Wrap In And Out Variations
This lesson dives into one of West Coast Swing’s most versatile patterns: the wrap in and out. Anthony and Rose take you through the core version, then show how...
NC2: Walkaround and Hairbrush
This elegant Nightclub Two Step pattern might look like it belongs on a competition floor—but don’t worry, Anthony and Rose break it down step-by-step so you ca...
NC2: Inside Crossbody Lead and Pivots
This episode brings you something smooth, romantic, and totally different—Nightclub Two Step. Not to be confused with the country-style Two Step you’d do at a h...
2S: Advanced Basic Steps
This is the Two Step video you’ve been waiting for. Whether you're brand new or you've been dancing a while but feel stuck, Anthony and Rose will completely cha...
Thread The Needle
Looking to add something flashy to your dancing without learning an entire new routine? This trick move works in Two Step, West Coast Swing, Polka, East Coast S...
Two Step Turning Drill
Let’s be real—Two Step has a lot of turning. Whether you’re a leader or follower, you’ll be doing spins and direction changes constantly. But how do you practic...
WCS: Expansion Wrap and Redirect
This smooth little West Coast Swing combo is one of those “feels good to dance” patterns that’s built for the social floor. It starts from a two-hand connection...
2S: Core Concepts
If you’ve ever watched a couple Two Stepping and thought, “How the heck are they doing all that?” — this video is gonna blow your mind… in the best way. Anthony...
2S: Tandem Pass
This one's a fun little show-off pattern that gives both partners a chance to shine. It starts with a clean entry into sweetheart position, adds a stylish turn...
Ten Tiny Tips (pt2)
This episode picks up where Part 1 left off—zeroing in on the small things in Two Step that make a massive difference. Sure, everyone loves the big flashy moves...
WCS: Side Passes
This lesson is all about demystifying one of the most important and most-used concepts in West Coast Swing: the side pass. If you’ve ever felt like West Coast S...
3 Styles Of Swing For Beginners
In this beginner-friendly lesson, Anthony and Rose break down the three most common swing dance styles you'll see on a country dance floor: East Coast Swing, We...
STOP Doing This Stuff!
Every beginner makes mistakes—truth is, we've all been there. But after teaching thousands of students, we've seen a pattern: there are five mistakes that show...
2S: The Secret Basics
If you've ever thought about learning to dance but felt overwhelmed, this is where that changes. In this down-to-earth beginner Two Step lesson, Anthony and Ros...
2S: The Double Tandem
Anthony and Rose are back with a super fun, slightly spicy Two Step pattern built for dancers who are ready to level up. This one’s packed with advanced element...
Cha Cha: Cross-Overs and Ronde
In this high-energy Cha Cha lesson, Anthony and Rose dive into a slick combo packed with crossover breaks, syncopated rhythms, a sweeping ronde, and a spicy lit...
Pro Two Step Tips
This isn’t your typical step-by-step breakdown. In this video, Anthony and Rose kick off a Two Step "Scavenger Hunt" with four dance tips that’ll make your Two...
ECS: 7 Basic Steps
East Coast Swing is one of the most useful social dances out there—whether the band’s playing country, blues, pop, or good old rock’n’roll, this is your go-to g...
WCS: Shoulder Catch and Tandem
This is a slick variation on a classic whip that adds some flair with a smooth rotation from the leader—making it one of those patterns that looks fancy but is...
2S: Double Turns
In this lesson, Anthony and Rose break down a slick Two Step pattern that gives the leader a turn for once—because hey, why should followers have all the fun? T...
3 Cool Dips
This one’s packed with cool stuff. Anthony and Rose walk you through a collection of dips and tricks that can be used across just about any country dance—Two St...
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...
2S: Check, Neck Roll, Pivots
In this video, Anthony and Rose break down a stylish Two Step pattern that combines leverage, turns, and a smooth partner pivot—all packed into a sequence that’...
WCS: Slingshot Neck Roll
In this video, Anthony and Rose break down one of their favorite West Coast Swing patterns—a slingshot with a syncopated exit and some seriously cool style. Thi...
Common Mistakes (How To Fix Them)
In this episode of Two Stepping Tuesday, Anthony and Rose tackle the most common mistakes dancers make in Two Step—and how to fix them fast. From alignment issu...
WCS: How To Hit The Breaks
This one’s for everyone who’s ever watched people hit those dramatic breaks on the floor and thought, “Okay… how do they know when to do that?” It’s not magic....
2S: Spin And Reverse
In this video, Anthony and Rose teach a Two Step pattern that’s not only fun for followers, but finally gives the leaders a chance to spin too. This move came s...
Tips For Better Spins
If you’ve ever struggled with balance, timing, or feeling totally lost when it comes to turning in Two Step (or any other country dance), this video is going to...
WCS: THIS Is What REALLY Matters...
A lot of dancers start West Coast Swing thinking it’s way harder than it actually is. There's this pressure to remember a hundred steps, syncopations, fancy foo...
2S: Outside Weave
This pattern might look tricky, but we promise it’s way simpler (and more fun) once you understand what’s going on. In this lesson, Anthony and Rose break down...
2S: Lariat Quick Tunnel
We're throwing it back with this slick combo that blends two classic Two Step moves: the Lariat and the Quick Tunnel. This is one of those patterns that’s been...