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By Canadian West Coast Swing Champions Myles Munroe and Tessa Cunningham MunroeDOUBLE-LENGTH VIDEOThere are traits or habits that are consistent among all great West Coast Swing dancers. The dance is constantly evolving, but the habits for success do not change, and that’s what this video teaches you. Included are drills on mastering each new habit:Habit #1 Footwork: Rolling, Walking and Sliding Habit #2 Elasticity & Momentum: Stretch, Spring, SlingshotHabit #3 Bodywork: Shaping, Groove and ContrabodyHabit #4 Turn Technique: Stationary, Pivot & Chaine TurnsHabit #5 Musicality: Phrasing and Swing TimingHabit #6 Pattern Structure: Formulae for creating your ownHabit #7 Invitation Leads: The secret behind follower’s “play”They are currently ranked in the top 5 according to the World Swing Dance Council. See them dance in this video clip:Myles & Tessa 7 Habits of Highly Effective Swing Dancers (2 Volumes)Welcome to the wonderful world of West Coast Swing… This video is designed to augment your existing knowledge of Swing, regardless of your level or experience. Each Habit was chosen as a key element in the most current and coveted West Coast Swing styles. With Myles’ 16 years of experience in virtually every dance form and Tessa’s degrees in both Human Kinetics and Education, they are able to break down elusive tips and techniques that normally take years to learn, and explain them in a uniquely accessible way. Imagine the possibilities you can create in your dancing with the secrets Myles and Tessa can unlock for you! Volume I Habit 1: Connection & the Window Pane Habit 2: Body Shaping & Body Flight Habit 3: Turn Technique Habit 4: Dancing to Slow Music Volume IIHabit 5: Dancing Outside the Slot Habit 6: Backleading and Backfollowing Habit 7: Musical Interpretation