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We recommend wearing comfortable, form-fitting clothing that allows you to move freely. 

Proper dance shoes are also recommended but not required for beginners. Wear shoes that fit securely, are flexible, and allow you to glide or slide comfortably across the floor. Most dancers wear flat or low-heeled dance shoes with suede or chrome soles, which provide the right balance of grip and slip.

In modern West Coast Swing, both men and women can choose to lead or follow in social and competitive settings. Leaders tend to move less through the slot, staying closer to the center while initiating movement and managing space—similar to a traffic controller. Because of this, the leader role may be a good option for dancers with injuries or physical limitations.

If you are a beginner, we recommend choosing one role and sticking with it through the Beginner 1 and Beginner 2 progressive series before learning the opposite role. Learning both roles can greatly improve your overall dancing and gives you the opportunity to dance with twice as many partners.

Yes, we offer private lessons whether you’re brand-new and want to build confidence quickly, or an experienced dancer looking to refine technique, styling, connection, or musicality. Private lessons accelerate your progress in ways group classes simply can’t. You’ll receive focused, one-on-one coaching, clear corrections, and targeted guidance that help you level up faster, dance more comfortably with any partner, and express your unique style with ease. Please contact us at info@309westies.com for pricing and availability.