Patrick Tran
WEST COAST SWING
Patrick Tran
(he/him)
WEST COAST SWING
Patrick started dancing West Coast Swing over a decade ago. The community at the time was significantly more heteronormative, so he intimately knows the importance of fostering an open environment where people can pursue learning dance authentically.
Patrick's work in video game development often bridges the technical nature of programming with the more organic field of digital art. His approach to dance is similarly interdisciplinary, blending the curiosity that comes from how movement works mechanically with the inspiration that comes from moving to music.
Patrick’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.