American Rhythm – Gold East Coast Swing Syllabus | Donald Johnson

Take your East Coast Swing to an advanced level with Donald Johnson & Kasia Kozak in American Rhythm – Gold East Coast Swing Syllabus.

Designed for Gold-level dancers, this comprehensive American Rhythm program develops sophisticated turning actions, swivels, progressive triples, pivots, spins, Chassés, and partner combinations. The material builds upon established Bronze and Silver foundations while introducing the increased complexity, speed, and coordination expected at the Gold level.

Through 10 advanced syllabus figures, dancers can develop stronger timing, balance, rhythm, partner connection, rotational control, and performance quality. A final dance demonstration brings the material together and shows how the figures work in complete East Coast Swing dancing.

Contents

Introduction

Gold Syllabus Figures

1. Double Turns to Point Steps
2. Swivels to Progressive Triples
3. Rotating Swivels and Opposition Break
4. Grapevines with Kick Ball Changes
5. He Goes, She Goes, They Go
6. Hip Pull Backs and Continuous Chassés
7. Pivots to Running Triples
8. Rolling Off the Arm Variation
9. Quick Turn to Stop & Go
10. Simple Spins and Sailor Shuffles

Dance Demonstration