West Coast Swing Academy

West Coast Swing Academy is a curriculum based class structure for learning west coast swing. Byron Bellew / Tammy Duke
Current location: Fleur De Dance W.C.S.A.

West Coast Swing Academy (W.C.S.A.) has been established to create an organized structured curriculum for learning the west coast swing in the New Orleans area. Its foundation is based on teaching:

1. Methods,
2. Techniques
3. Styles

...used around the world by top pros such as Arjay Centeno, Ben Morris, Robert Cordoba, Mary Ann Nunez, Michael Keihm, Shawn and Kristen Moody, Robert Royston, Mich

ael Kielbasa, and many more. West Coast Swing Academy was founded by Byron Bellew, who holds multiple west coast swing dance instructor's certifications from GSTDA and GDPIA organizations along with a degree in music education. is designed to allow students to learn the west coast swing in a fun, inviting, and nurturing environment with structure and assessment. Students will receive certificates for each major level of completion, ultimately receiving a graduation certificate from the Academy upon completion of the entire curriculum.

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All courses, classes, patterns, concepts, and information are subject to change at any time.

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***All course information can be obtained through private lessons as well. Please contact Byron Bellew for more information.
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Courses are as follows:

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Level 1:

Level 1 course description: Basic rhythms, connection, movement, timing, and patterns such as left side pass, right side pass (under arm pass), push break (sugar push), and starter step.

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Level 2:

Level 2 course description: Increased knowledge of rhythms, connection, movement, timing, and patterns such as tucks, whips, and passes with single turns and variations.

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Level 3:

Level 3 course description: minor variations on rhythms, connection, movement, timing, and patterns based on fundamentals from level 1 and 2. Examples are, reverse whips, hammerlocks, turn downs, drapes, etc.

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Level 4:

Level 4 course description: For the mature dancer: major variations on rhythms, connection, movement, timing, and patterns based on levels 1-3. Problem solving, communication, and creativity at an individual and partner level. Extremely versatile class that is taught in the style of a master class rather than a lecture. Students participate in assessment and creativity of patterns and techniques.

04/20/2026

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10/04/2022

STARTS TOMORROW NIGHT!!!!
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"Absolute Beginner"
BALLROOM DANCE CLASSES
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October dance style: AMERICAN TANGO
New style every month!
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Wednesdays • 7:45pm-8:30pm • $15 per person
Monthly discounts available!
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• No partner necessary
• Partners welcome
• Comfortable / Casual attire
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DON'T FORGET OUR BEGINNER WEST COAST SWING CLASS AT 7PM TOMORROW NIGHT.
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Why not do both classes? Multi class discounts available
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Fleur De Dance (in Lakeview)
6610 Fleur De Lis Dr
New Orleans, LA 70124
FleurDeDance.com

10/13/2021

Wednesday Nights at Fleur De Dance with Byron & Tammy:
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7:00-7:45pm • Bronze/Beginner Level - West Coast Swing Class
7:45-8:30pm • Silver Level - West Coast Swing Class
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MASK POLICY
In accordance with New Orleans mandate:
• Must wear a mask in studio at all times
• Must show proof of vaccination
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Fleur De Dance (in Lakeview)
6610 Fleur De Lis Dr
New Orleans, LA 70124
See our full class schedule at: https://fleurdedance.com/classes-events/

10/12/2021

Tuesday Nights at Fleur De Dance with Byron & Tammy:
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West Coast Swing Classes:
7:00-7:45pm • Gold Level Content
7:45-8:30pm • Gold Level Concepts
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MASK POLICY
In accordance with New Orleans mandate:
• Must wear a mask in studio at all times
• Must show proof of vaccination
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fleur De Dance (in Lakeview)
6610 Fleur De Lis Dr
New Orleans, LA 70124
See our full class schedule at: https://fleurdedance.com/classes-events/

10/11/2021

Everyone has been asking......
It's finally back.....
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WE HAVE MERCHANDISE!!!!
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Fleur De Dance/ West Coast Swing Academy merchandise has gone way beyond just shirts. Check out all the new options:

• Shirts
• Sweaters
• Jackets
• Caps
• Mugs
• Shoe bags
• Back Packs
• and more!!!!

15% Discount on all merchandise from October 13-15.

Shop online at:
https://fleurdedance.com/merchandise/

09/28/2021

Tuesday Nights at Fleur De Dance with Byron & Tammy:
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Reminder-New Class Schedule
7:00-7:45pm • Gold Level West Coast Swing
7:45-8:30pm • West Coast Swing Group Choreography
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MASK POLICY
In accordance with New Orleans mandate:
• Must wear a mask in studio at all times
• Must show proof of vaccination
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fleur De Dance (in Lakeview)
6610 Fleur De Lis Dr
New Orleans, LA 70124
See our full class schedule at: https://fleurdedance.com/classes-events/

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Telephone

(985) 210-9177

Website

https://fleurdedance.com/west-coast-swing-academy/

Address

6610 Fleur De Lis Drive
New Orleans, LA
70124

Opening Hours

Tuesday	7pm - 9pm
Wednesday	7pm - 9pm