Katie Schneider
WEST COAST SWING
Katie Schneider
(she/her)
WEST COAST SWING
Katie Schneider fell in love with dancing in college and has been teaching West Coast Swing for over 20 years. Her background includes a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education with a minor in Dance, and she has studied Jazz, Ballet, Modern/Contemporary, Country and Swing. She’s a very experienced teacher and is known for her focus on technique, the lead/follow relationship, and her creative musicality.
Her love for West Coast Swing led her around the world, teaching and performing with friends. In 2014 she started her family and switched her focus to our local WCS community. She teaches weekly group classes as well as special workshops, and DJ's at various venues in the area.
Katie’s Classes
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West Coast Swing is a smooth, modern swing dance that evolved from Lindy Hop, blending classic swing elements with contemporary influences. Unlike the bouncy, high-energy feel of traditional swing dances, West Coast Swing features a distinctive elastic connection between partners, allowing for a sleek, flowing style. It is highly versatile and can be danced to a wide variety of music genres, including R&B, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Blues, Pop, and even contemporary chart hits.