WCS Workshops with Erica Smith

Two workshops will be taught on November 1st by WCS pro, Erica Smith. She is amazing! :-)
An understanding and execution of the basic whip and basic tucks is suggested for attendance.

Erica’s Bio…

Erica Smith is a versatile dancer from the Washington, D.C. area with extensive backgrounds in West Coast Swing, Hustle, Ballet and Salsa. Erica is an active Champion West Coast Swing competitor as a follower, All Star West Coast Swing competitor as a leader, and a long time Director of JT Swing Teams DC – a performance based West Coast Swing Team. Erica has also won numerous Switchly contests (Lead, Follow, Switch) in West Coast Swing. Erica is passionate about sharing her love of dance with her students. As a 15-time Top Teacher recipient, Erica is a highly sought-after instructor. Erica travels to 15-20 competitions and workshop weekends per year as an invited instructor, judge, performer, and Master of Ceremonies. Erica is a brilliant dancer and teacher who leaves a lasting impression on her admiring audiences and students.

Workshop 1
11:15am-12:15pm Whip Variations for Musicality and Styling
Register for HERE.

Workshop 2
12:30pm-1:30pm Tuck Variations for Musicality and Styling
Register HERE.

Cost: $35 per person

These workshop will build on the basic whip and tuck, and add increments to make the patterns more dynamic and musical. Styling variations for the follower will also be taught. Followers will be shown what to look out for to determine which variation is coming.

Salsa Stage Lab - “Beyond the Basics” 6-Week Progressive Series

Time: 1:00pm-1:50pm
Dates: Saturdays, October 4th - November 8th
Instructor: April and Adam King 
Location: TDC Studios 44933 George Washington Blvd suite 135, Ashburn, VA 20147

Cost:  $125 (Non-Member) | $96 (Members)

Pre-registration required. No drop-ins.
Members, use code MEMBERSERIES to have your discount applied when registering. Bringing a partner?
At registration, choose Add-on “Plus Partner” and your partner will receive 43% off registration.

Register HERE.

Purpose
To take dancers who already know their Salsa 101 basics and help them own their movement —technique, body action, styling, musicality, and presence.  

Why “Lab?” 
This series designed for students to have a fun and interactive safe space to “experiment” with new movements, styling, and drills.  We will be giving options for you to explore, experiment with, and ultimately decide what feels right for you, your body, and your comfort zone.  

We use your foundation figures as raw material, then “level up” through solo shines, isolation drills, framing, styling options, and a deep dive into understanding the music.  This series will not only level up your social dancing, but will also give you a solid foundation in performance based dancing. 

Included
Included in this series will be a “Before and After” video to highlight your progress.  A 6-Week syllabus will be provided for those who register.  The goal of this six week series isn’t to memorize patterns — it’s to learn how to move beautifully, musically, and with confidence within the basics.

Register HERE.

SALSA 101 “Learn The Basics” 6-Week Progressive Series

Time: 12:00pm-12:50pm
Dates: Saturdays, October 4th - November 8th
Instructor: April King 
Location: TDC Studios 44933 George Washington Blvd suite 135, Ashburn, VA 20147

Cost:  $125 (Non-Member) | $96 (Members)
*Pre-registration required. No drop-ins.
Members, use code MEMBERSERIES to have your discount applied when registering. Bringing a partner?
At registration, choose Add-on “Plus Partner” and your partner will receive 43% off registration.

Prerequisites: A smile and excitement to learn! 

Purpose:

Salsa 101 is designed to give beginners a strong foundation in salsa by focusing on essential patterns, proper footwork, rhythm, and partner connection. Students will learn the names and techniques of core moves that build confidence on the social dance floor and provide a base for more advanced salsa skills.

Salsa 101 Syllabus

1. Closed Basic

2. Cross Body Lead

3. Cross Body Lead w/Inside Turn

4. Open Progressive Basic

5. NY Walks: Natural, Handshake, Double (to Closed)

6. Haircomb Pick-up (Optional Cross Body Ending)

7. Broken Left Turn

8. Follower’s Right Turn

9. Peek-a-Boos to Inside Turn

Students will learn these patterns in sequential order and can be danced socially within the order they are learned.  

A 6-Week syllabus will be provided for those who register.  

Register HERE.

Salsa Stage Lab - “Beyond the Basics” 6-Week Progressive Series

Time: 1:00pm-1:50pm
Dates: Saturdays, October 4th - November 8th
Instructor: April and Adam King 
Location: TDC Studios 44933 George Washington Blvd suite 135, Ashburn, VA 20147

Cost:  $125 (Non-Member) | $96 (Members)

Pre-registration required. No drop-ins.
Members, use code MEMBERSERIES to have your discount applied when registering. Bringing a partner?
At registration, choose Add-on “Plus Partner” and your partner will receive 43% off registration.

Register HERE.

Purpose
To take dancers who already know their Salsa 101 basics and help them own their movement —technique, body action, styling, musicality, and presence.  

Why “Lab?” 
This series designed for students to have a fun and interactive safe space to “experiment” with new movements, styling, and drills.  We will be giving options for you to explore, experiment with, and ultimately decide what feels right for you, your body, and your comfort zone.  

We use your foundation figures as raw material, then “level up” through solo shines, isolation drills, framing, styling options, and a deep dive into understanding the music.  This series will not only level up your social dancing, but will also give you a solid foundation in performance based dancing. 

Included
Included in this series will be a “Before and After” video to highlight your progress.  A 6-Week syllabus will be provided for those who register.  The goal of this six week series isn’t to memorize patterns — it’s to learn how to move beautifully, musically, and with confidence within the basics.

Register HERE.

SALSA 101 “Learn The Basics” 6-Week Progressive Series

Time: 12:00pm-12:50pm
Dates: Saturdays, October 4th - November 8th
Instructor: April King 
Location: TDC Studios 44933 George Washington Blvd suite 135, Ashburn, VA 20147

Cost:  $125 (Non-Member) | $96 (Members)
*Pre-registration required. No drop-ins.
Members, use code MEMBERSERIES to have your discount applied when registering. Bringing a partner?
At registration, choose Add-on “Plus Partner” and your partner will receive 43% off registration.

Prerequisites: A smile and excitement to learn! 

Purpose:

Salsa 101 is designed to give beginners a strong foundation in salsa by focusing on essential patterns, proper footwork, rhythm, and partner connection. Students will learn the names and techniques of core moves that build confidence on the social dance floor and provide a base for more advanced salsa skills.

Salsa 101 Syllabus

1. Closed Basic

2. Cross Body Lead

3. Cross Body Lead w/Inside Turn

4. Open Progressive Basic

5. NY Walks: Natural, Handshake, Double (to Closed)

6. Haircomb Pick-up (Optional Cross Body Ending)

7. Broken Left Turn

8. Follower’s Right Turn

9. Peek-a-Boos to Inside Turn

Students will learn these patterns in sequential order and can be danced socially within the order they are learned.  

A 6-Week syllabus will be provided for those who register.  

Register HERE.

Salsa Stage Lab - “Beyond the Basics” 6-Week Progressive Series

Time: 1:00pm-1:50pm
Dates: Saturdays, October 4th - November 8th
Instructor: April and Adam King 
Location: TDC Studios 44933 George Washington Blvd suite 135, Ashburn, VA 20147

Cost:  $125 (Non-Member) | $96 (Members)

Pre-registration required. No drop-ins.
Members, use code MEMBERSERIES to have your discount applied when registering. Bringing a partner?
At registration, choose Add-on “Plus Partner” and your partner will receive 43% off registration.

Register HERE.

Purpose
To take dancers who already know their Salsa 101 basics and help them own their movement —technique, body action, styling, musicality, and presence.  

Why “Lab?” 
This series designed for students to have a fun and interactive safe space to “experiment” with new movements, styling, and drills.  We will be giving options for you to explore, experiment with, and ultimately decide what feels right for you, your body, and your comfort zone.  

We use your foundation figures as raw material, then “level up” through solo shines, isolation drills, framing, styling options, and a deep dive into understanding the music.  This series will not only level up your social dancing, but will also give you a solid foundation in performance based dancing. 

Included
Included in this series will be a “Before and After” video to highlight your progress.  A 6-Week syllabus will be provided for those who register.  The goal of this six week series isn’t to memorize patterns — it’s to learn how to move beautifully, musically, and with confidence within the basics.

Register HERE.

SALSA 101 “Learn The Basics” 6-Week Progressive Series

Time: 12:00pm-12:50pm
Dates: Saturdays, October 4th - November 8th
Instructor: April King 
Location: TDC Studios 44933 George Washington Blvd suite 135, Ashburn, VA 20147

Cost:  $125 (Non-Member) | $96 (Members)
*Pre-registration required. No drop-ins.
Members, use code MEMBERSERIES to have your discount applied when registering. Bringing a partner?
At registration, choose Add-on “Plus Partner” and your partner will receive 43% off registration.

Prerequisites: A smile and excitement to learn! 

Purpose:

Salsa 101 is designed to give beginners a strong foundation in salsa by focusing on essential patterns, proper footwork, rhythm, and partner connection. Students will learn the names and techniques of core moves that build confidence on the social dance floor and provide a base for more advanced salsa skills.

Salsa 101 Syllabus

1. Closed Basic

2. Cross Body Lead

3. Cross Body Lead w/Inside Turn

4. Open Progressive Basic

5. NY Walks: Natural, Handshake, Double (to Closed)

6. Haircomb Pick-up (Optional Cross Body Ending)

7. Broken Left Turn

8. Follower’s Right Turn

9. Peek-a-Boos to Inside Turn

Students will learn these patterns in sequential order and can be danced socially within the order they are learned.  

A 6-Week syllabus will be provided for those who register.  

Register HERE.