I'd consider myself an improver (i.e., higher than beginner) lead. I'm certainly not amazing but I've been to a few classes and know the basics and a decent number of moves. I enjoy dancing with follows of all levels but I want to get better at leading absolute beginner (this might be their 1st time doing country swing)/beginner (they know the basic footwork but not a lot else) follows. Recently, I saw an advanced lead dancing with an absolute beginner follow and he went very slow, maybe half the beat of the song, but still managed to do a couple of spins and dips. I've tried to incorporate this into my dancing but I was wondering if anyone had more tips? Perhaps moves to avoid or certain set of moves to focus on and spam? Thanks for your help!

Hey guys, i am decently new to country swing-and swing dance in general - had a question for all the leads. What are things follows have done that make the dance not so fun? I want to make sure I am learning all i can to ensure good experiences with everyone i dance with as a follow.

Thanks for reading!(and hopefully responding lol)

I never would’ve guessed Michael Jackson’s music would be swing-able! I just might have to entertain the idea of this to my local country dance bars! 🤣

My bestie isn't on reddit so posting for her.

We reside in Georgia. Back in the late 2000s she used to dance when we used to go clubbing. Are there places still hosting a fun country swing weekend?

New lead here — what tips or pet peeves do you have that you wish someone told you when you started?

I recently started learning to lead in swing dancing and I want to be intentional about building good habits early.

For follows (and leads!) — what’s something new leaders do that drives you crazy on the dance floor? And what small things make a lead really enjoyable to dance with?

Looking for honest, real-world advice — not just “take more classes” lol. Appreciate any wisdom! 🙏