Advantages of training under Mary

Mary is certified through the Golden State Dance Teachers Association and teaches the Universal Unit System. The Universal Unit System is the standard curriculum for West Coast Swing through GSDTA. It is approved by the World Swing Dance Council It is known for taking beginners and having them look more like mature dancers in the shortest period of time available.

 

The Universal Unit System is taught by many top competitors as well as many top teachers. It is also used in 30 colleges that teach dance including California State University Long Beach, Brigham Young University, University of New York, etc. Entire dance clubs have raised their level of performance by using the GSDTA standard West Coast Swing curriculum and the Universal Unit System as a preferred method of teaching. This is the method Mary uses for Swinging Mondays.

  Swinging Mondays

6:30-8:30: This class is for people with West Coast Swing experience or who wish to take their dancing to a new level. This session will focus on musical connection as well as more advance leadable combinations. Motion Study – that which brings out the dancer in you, is included! It is designed for the experienced dancers who wish to add more “pro” polish to their dancing.

·          Learn and develop that “Wow” style

·          Add fun footwork and “Catchy” syncopations

·          Get Professional coach techniques at group prices!!

 

Regardless of your level, here are a couple of quotes from the experts.

“It’s OK to be a beginner, you just don’t have to look like one.” Skippy Blair

“Beginning dancers want to move to intermediate classes. Intermediate dancers want to be in the advanced class. Advanced dancers realize they need to review their basics” excerpt from a swing magazine article

Read what students say about the class:

“Mary is the perfect teacher!! She can teach anyone to dance. She makes the routine simple and easy to follow and your confidence will grow as you dance. You’ll be happy you joined us!

“I just wanted to let you know how much my wife and I like the West Coast Swing classes on Monday nights. My wife is so happy that I am now a part of her dancing. She could not be more pleased. We have also signed up for the next series. Thanks for opening my eyes to a great way to have fun.”

“The workshop went beyond my expectations. I felt confident in my dancing after the classes.”

“Best WCS class ever – am taking the next session. Had great fun, learned a lot, length of classes ideal, lots of practice.”

“Loved the classes. Mary really knows how to pace, motivate and show how much fun WCS dancing can be for all of us.”

“It was great to get the basics with some very descriptive examples. I’m so grateful to Mary to have the opportunity to take her workshop at such a reasonable rate. Thanks Mary.”

“Perfect for beginners. Just the right amount of new steps. Great pacing.”