The things that attract me most about west coast swing compared to other dances comes down to diversity and community. West coast swing covers the widest range of music genres, tempos, aesthetics, movements and communication through connection, and has a relatively even spread across age demographics (salsa community probably wins ethnic diversity). Of all the dance communities that I have participated in, the west coast community is the most friendly and inclusive, the most excited about dance, and the most willing to be ridiculous when it's time to just let loose and have fun on the floor. Calvin B.

WCS is freedom to me, feeling alive. I don't have to think or speak or worry--For three minutes, it is just me, my partner, and the music. No where else am I so in the moment and connected to (yet disconnected from) the world. Lauren A.

What I love about WCS is the freedom and versatility it offers that can be adaptable to incorporate other types of dances. Bob Z.

Pure connection. Honest communication. Creativity, humor, and warmth. Etta B.