West Coast Swing workshops with Maria in Toronto, ON – July 5, 2025
Maria will be in Toronto, ON for a day of West Coast Swing workshops hosted by Swing Bandits on Saturday, July 5, 2025.
Competition Preparation for Novice & Newcomer Dancers
Join Maria for an honest and practical session on preparing to compete in West Coast Swing Jack & Jill divisions. Whether it’s your first time on the West Coast Swing competition floor or you’ve been “stuck” in Novice for a while, this focused session will help you feel more mentally and strategically prepared, with information that
West Coast Swing workshops with Maria in Burlington, ON — April 5, 2026
Maria will be in Burlington, ON for a weekend of workshops and dancing.
Road Tripping: a Formative Part of the West Coast Swing Journey
Road-trips to other West Coast Swing communities were an important part of my WCS upbringing — these are the benefits…
Why is Musicality Such a Big Deal in West Coast Swing?
Learn what’s special about West Coast Swing that makes “musicality” a Holy Grail in the dance.
my (dance) community is broken
On the Law of Attraction, being the change, and faking it until you make it.
Overnight Oats
Overnight oats are a fantastic grab-and-go breakfast. The recipe is easy to play with.
riding the wave
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.
