Hudson Valley West Coast Swing

Welcome to Hudson Valley West Coast Swing!

Our mission is to bring the wonderful world of West Coast Swing Dance to as many people as possible in the Kingston/Greater Hudson Valley area. We strive to promote not only our own dances, but those in the Hudson Valley region.

Partnered dancing is one of the most beneficial ways to stay healthy. Not only does the physical aspect of dancing increase blood flow to the brain, but also the social aspect of dancing leads to less stress, depression and loneliness. Dancing requires memorizing steps and working with a partner, both of which provide mental challenges that are crucial for brain health. Studies have shown that dancing is one of the best ways to reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's Disease.

So what are you waiting for? Think you have two left feet? We have proven methods to get that right foot back where it belongs! So give it a try...see YOU on the dance floor!

Pam Marshall Bio:

Pam Marshall discovered West Coast Swing in 2002 and it was love at first sight. She realized that, unlike many partnered dances, WCS gave BOTH dancer's an outlet for their creativity and musical expression. Since then Pam has gone to numerous WCS Dance events and workshops to continue to learn and grow around the dance. Pam also competes but considers herself a social dancer who competes, not a competitor who social dances. "Competition makes me focus on the details and nuances of the dance, which makes me a better social dancer" is her motto.

Having had many private lessons and attended numerous workshops, Pam has a lot to bring to the dancers in the area who are new to the dance as well as those who have been around awhile and are struggling with various aspects of the dance.

Time

7:00pm - 7:45pm Beginner Lesson

7:45pm - 8:30pm Guided Practice and Lesson

The second class will be an open format, so that the Beginners can continue to work on what they learned while the more advanced dancers can work on whatever new move or technique issue that they have at the moment. I will be going around the room answering questions and helping with correcting what I see. You can request a lot of help, a little help, or you can ask to just be left to figure it out for yourself.

8:30pm - 11:00pm (sharp) Dance

Cost

Beginner Class $15

Free to those who have advanced to Beyond The Basic Class

Beyond The Basics Class $15

Dance / Practice $10

Both Classes & Dance $20

NEW!!! Purchase a Pre-paid card for $100 which entitles you to 6 classes & dance in a 2 month period!

Basically 6 classes & dance session for the cost of 5.