LEVELED Workshops with Ken & Bryn!
Ken and Bryn are known for dance moves that delight the live audience — and go viral online! But did you know? Those brilliant improvisational moments that look so magical are grounded in the real tools of West Coast Swing. These intensive workshops focus on the communication skills and musicality that lead to the cool moves – and the fundamental skills that will make your west coast richer, more adaptable, and more fun. These skills don’t just make you look better — they make every dance feel better, at every level. Join these incredible dancers for an up close look at the magic sauce that creates true champion-level moves.
Level 2: You must be very familiar with all the common variations, connection skills, and basic rhythms, and demonstrate good technique. Significant social dance experience is required.
Level 3: WSDC Int+
OR 16 pts combined Nov+Soph+Mas
OR successful audition on Friday at 7pm or Saturday at 1pm
Level 4: WSDC Adv+
OR 30 pts combined Int+Soph+Mas
OR successful audition on Friday at 7pm or Saturday at 5pm
“Hip Hop for West Coast Swing”
with Ken & Bryn
Friday, 5:30-7pm
$40 Full Price
$35 through April 30th
“Newcomer J&J Prep”
with Kay Newhouse
Saturday, 2-3:30pm
FREE!
pre-registration is required
“Judging in West Coast Swing” with Dawn Blorstad
Sunday, 10-11:30AM
$40 Full Price
$35 through April 30th
Ever wonder what an experienced judge is actually thinking as your song plays? In this workshop, Chief Judge Dawn Blorstad takes you behind the scenes of the judging process in West Coast Swing contests. We will walk together through real-time decisions, mental frameworks, and evaluation priorities that shape every score. Learn how judges shift their focus across divisions, and what rises to the top in a crowded heat or shines in the spotlight. Use this knowledge to become a more intentional competitor or a better judge.
