CHOOSE YOUR ROLE WCS

Welcome to Choose Your Role! We are a community of supporters of role-based dancing in West Coast Swing (WCS). Whether you are just starting to learn WCS, wanting to learn a new role, have been dancing in both roles for years, or looking for ways to support role-based dancing, we've got resources for you!

LEARN

Are you wondering what role-based dancing is, where you can compete, or how the community feels about role-based dancing?

Check out this section for timeline, survey data, and event maps to find out more about role-based WCS.

*Photo Credit - Katherine Millford Photography

sUpport

Are you an instructor, community organizer, or event director?

Check out this section for ways to support role-based dancing in your class, community, or event.

*Photo Credit - Katherine Millford Photography

COMPETE

Are you a competitor who wants to learn more about the rules that govern role-based dancing in competitions?

Check out this section for information on how to compete (and petition) in each division and level, based on your current competitor status.

*Photo Credit - Katherine Millford Photography

ADVOCATE

Want to make your voice heard? The WCS community has made some great strides to let dancers choose their role, but we still need your help.

Check out this section for ways to advocate for role-based dancing at events and in specific competition divisions.

*Photo Credit - Carl Lind

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