New to West Coast Swing?

Never danced before?

No worries! Every year, we organize free trial classes before the start of the season so you can discover West Coast Swing before committing to a course.

With or Without a Partner?

You can register with or without a partner.

To maintain a good balance between leaders and followers, followers registering on their own may be placed on a waiting list and admitted as leaders register.

Leader or Follower?

Students may choose to dance as either a leader or a follower, regardless of their gender. The choice is entirely up to you.

Once enrolled:

• changing roles during the academic year is not permitted;

• we ask you to practice only your chosen role, including during BWCS social events, in order to build strong foundations and ensure consistent progress.

At more advanced levels, exploring the other role can be very beneficial and can deepen your understanding of the dance. However, we recommend first developing solid fundamentals in one role before considering this approach.

Registration and Membership Options

Prior registration for classes is required, as is annual membership of Brussels WCS.
You can choose between:

Semester Membership

• 15 classes from September to December;

• renewal and payment of the second half of the year in January.

Annual Membership

• from September to June;

• better value overall.

How Classes Work

Our classes follow a structured curriculum. Each class builds on concepts introduced in previous weeks.

For this reason:

• regular attendance is strongly recommended;

• moving up to a higher level during the year is only possible upon invitation from the instructors;

• occasional drop-ins are generally not accepted;

• skipping levels is not permitted.

Some classes begin with a warm-up or technical exercises, which are an integral part of the learning process, just like the practice sessions before or after class.

Footwear

To protect the dance floor, only dance shoes reserved for indoor use are permitted, as long as they don't leave dark marks. Dancing in socks is also allowed. Shoes that have been worn outdoors are not permitted on the dance floor.

WhatsApp Groups

Each class has its own dedicated WhatsApp group.

It is used to:

• receive class recap videos;

• communicate with fellow students;

• stay informed about important announcements;

• catch up easily if you miss a class.

We strongly encourage all students to join their class group from the very first class.

Before Your First Class

Please take a few minutes to read:

• our FAQ, which answers the most common questions;

• our Charter, which outlines BWCS's values, community guidelines, and expectations.

These documents are an important part of the BWCS experience and help ensure a positive, respectful, and enjoyable environment for everyone.