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.

I love the variety of music and ability to play within it. Joanna L.

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

West Coast Swing is the ultimate platform for artistic expression. The floor is a blank canvas, the music is your inspiration, and you and your fellow artist collaborate together to create something entirely unique and personal. Your personalities meld together, your moods mesh, your bodies coexist to create a work of art. Some may love it, some may despise it, some may be confused and perhaps even disturbed by it. But no matter, it is your soul's expression and you thank every day for the ultimate medium of West Coast Swing. Taletha J.