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Why is Musicality Such a Big Deal in West Coast Swing?

September 2, 2024

Learn what's special about West Coast Swing that makes "musicality" a Holy Grail in the dance.

Road Tripping: a Formative Part of the West Coast Swing Journey

August 24, 2024

Road-trips to other West Coast Swing communities were an important part of my WCS upbringing -- these are the benefits...

West Coast Swing Keeners Club is Back!

April 8, 2024

It's back in Ottawa! WCS Keeners Club -- the deep-dive learning event for WCS dance nerds. 

My (Dance) Community is Broken

February 25, 2024

On the Law of Attraction, being the change, and faking it until you make it.

Riding the Wave

February 2, 2020

Having a picture of where we’re headed is the first step to getting there. Ironically, the second step is letting go of the goal.

What to Expect from a Group Dance Class at Smoothstyle

August 30, 2019

Here's what you can expect from a group dance class with Smoothstyle:

How To Develop Style & Musicality in West Coast Swing

July 5, 2019

Everyone wants to LOOK GREAT and EXPRESS MUSICALITY when they dance.

Maria’s Sample Weekly Workout

November 12, 2018

Maria shares two sample weeks from her workout schedule. These are at-home workouts that require little to no equipment.

The Perfect Dance Bag

August 29, 2018

Everyone should make themselves The Perfect Dance Bag. It's so easy to do - here's how.

Be Good at Beginning

August 8, 2018

Embrace BEING a beginner. Be one FOREVER. Because I want you here for the long-haul.

How to Help a New Dancer Improve

June 4, 2018

If you have trouble dancing well *except* with your instructor or the “best” dancers in the room, read this!

Q&A: Everything you ever wanted to know about an All-Star WCS dancer

July 7, 2017

A new dancer I met had many questions for me, and with his help, I turned that conversation into this Q&A.