Join Us For an Evening of Ballroom and Social Dance
Triangle StarDusters Ballroom Dance Club offers a welcoming space for dance lovers and newcomers to gather monthly to connect with beautiful music and like-minded ballroom dance enthusiasts. Each event features a one-hour lesson by a professional instructor followed by more than two hours of ballroom dancing.
Our Next Dance will be on Saturday, September 12th, and will Feature West Coast Swing, one of the Most popular of all Social Dances.
With roots in the Lindy Hop, West Coast Swing (WCS) is known for its smooth, stylish movement and relaxed feel. Unlike its energetic cousin, East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing glides along a slot, creating a look that is both sophisticated and playful. Originating on the West Coast of the United States, the dance grew in popularity throughout the country and around the world, even being named the official state dance of California in 1988.
WCS is built around a unique push-and-pull connection between partners. Typically, the leader remains near the center of the slot while guiding the follower from one end to the other, creating a dynamic conversation through movement. While the basic patterns are based on six- and eight-count rhythms, WCS is also known for its emphasis on musical interpretation, creativity, and improvisation. The result is a dance that can be both relaxed and expressive, making every dance feel a little different.
One of the reasons WCS continues to attract dancers of all ages is its incredible musical versatility. Whether the music is blues, pop, R&B, rock, country, or contemporary hits, West Coast Swing adapts beautifully, making it a favorite on today's social dance floors.
Whether you're new to swing dancing or an experienced social dancer, WCS offers a welcoming blend of technique, musicality, and fun. Join us at our upcoming dance and give it a try!
Raquel Reynolds will be our expert guide to the basics of West Coast Swing. Raquel has a dance history dating back to age 3. She began training in ballet, tap, jazz and hip hop. In her late teens, she discovered partner dancing and went pro in International Latin followed by Smooth and Rhythm dances. Later she transitioned into West Coast Swing where she climbed to the All Star level. Country was also a favorite as she competed in Division I, won Pro Pro world and national championships, over 23 ProAm student world titles and five Line dance world championship titles and four national titles. Currently, she is traveling, coaching, performing and teaching at line dance conventions around the country while earning four United States Line Dance Choreography Champion titles. She resides and teaches in her private home studio in Clayton with her 5 year old son and her husband Mike. If you see her on social media, she is known as the “Light Up Shoe” dancer and is a social media influencer known for hundreds of dance demos and tutorials. Check out her website www.DanceWithRaquel.com
Stardusters Location:
Carrboro Century Center
100 N Greensboro St, Carrboro, NC 27510
(Note: Enter by going up the steps near the fountain on Weaver Street)