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"I am so glad I purchased this video. It is
not fancy. It is plain unhyped instruction. I spent the least
time rewinding than all the other dance videos I have tried. The
man just knows how to TEACH! I look forward to addding his other
videos to my collection."
--F. Ruffin
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Shawn
Trautman's Beginning Line Dance Lessons on DVD
Reviewer: J.
Tennant
My daughter wanted to learn to dance. I looked for live dance
lessons locally, but dance lessons weren't provided for her age.
I found Shawn's line dance DVD for beginners and bought it. I had
done some line dancing over ten years ago while dating, but I had
forgotten everything because I got married and stopped dancing. I
remember the frustration I had picking up dance steps at the
dance hall. If the dance hall I attended offered lessons, it was
hard to hear the dance instructors and hard to see the
instructors feet(lots of people were blocking my view). In my
opinion Shawn's DVD is much better than live dance lessons. He
clearly demonstrates basic dance steps for each line dance and
provides alternate dance steps to spice it up. It is easy to hear
him talk and it is easy to see his feet. The beautiful thing
about the DVD format is that I control the pace of the
instruction. Shawn's instruction is easy to follow; however, I
keep the remote control for the DVD player handy and push the
review button if I need to see something over again. I don't feel
pressure which makes it fun. Shawn also injects some humor in his
instruction which keeps me smiling. I originally bought it for my
daughter, but my whole family has gotten involved. I highly
recommend Shawn Trautman's Line Dance 101 DVD. You will be able
to line dance.
Lots of Fun
Reviewer: M.
Collinson (Palm Harbor, FL)
These dances are a lot of fun and the training is
well-coordinated. Highly recommended!
A Great Way to Learn the Basics!
Reviewer: P. Wood "web developer" (Beverly, MA
USA)
We've all been to weddings where the DJ plays the "Electric
Slide" or "Cotton Eyed Joe" Do you ever wish you could jump up
and join in, but worry that you'll misstep and throw the whole
crowd off?
This DVD Is for you. Shawn teaches the very basic steps of
several popular line dances in a way that anyone can learn. He
takes the time to explain and demonstrate the steps one at at
time and offers plenty of time to practice.
Each section offers new and more advanced steps that build on the
steps learned in the previous section. You'll learn the basics
and some more flashy steps that will add flourish to your dance
style.
With these basics, and a few fancy bonus steps, you're sure to be
the first to hit the dance floor the next time you hear the
"Slide" start playing!
SHAWN TRAUTMAN IS THE BEST!
Reviewer: Isadora "dance lover" (San Diego, CA)
I was inspired to learn line dancing when I saw all my relatives
doing it at my nephew's wedding reception. I wanted be up there
with them. I got Shawn Trautman's Line Dancing 101 DVD and now
I'm ready! He makes it so easy to learn. He takes you step by
step, just at the right tempo. He shows the steps from different
angles so you don't have to guess if you're doing it right. He
took me easily from from one dance to another and I got a great
workout. I'm 64 years old, and I only wish I had found Shawn
Trautman earlier.
Shawn is a GREAT teacher!
Reviewer: G. Waters "BIG GEORGE" (Spokane, WA,
USA)
This DVD was GREAT! Learning to line dance was much easier than I
thought it would be. I never felt like I couldn't do what Shawn
was showing and I really liked the way he broke everything down
into simple pieces. This DVD's really easy to learn from. I
ordered both this DVD and the Party Line Dance one and they're
equally as good and definitely a great value. Give this one a try
first, then go to the Party Line Dances - you'll understand the
steps much better. GEORGE
SIMPLY THE BEST INSTRUCTION
AVAILABLE!
Reviewer:
Dancing Queenie
My husband and I had been looking at getting into line dancing
after seeing how much fun everyone was having at the '05 Pumpkin
Festival in Bradenton, FL. We had tried it out on the dance floor
after watching others for awhile, but found ourselves feeling out
of place and embarassed being around everyone that looked like
they'd been doing it for years.
I did some research on the web and ended up purchasing a couple
different DVDs and this is FAR AND AWAY THE BEST! Besides being
the best instruction I had seen, the DVD was very easy to follow
and the setting was perfect as we could practice in our living
room and work on the steps.
After less than a week with the DVD, we were comfortable enough
to try our steps out at a local country bar. We actually fit in
and looked like we belonged there! It was one of the most
satisfying experiences of my life as we've now been making a
point to go out at least once a week together and have met many
great friends in the process.
Thank you Shawn! Please don't ever stop making these DVDs as you
have a gift and it has made my husband and I both VERY
happy.
We're looking forward to trying the new Two-Step ones and we've
already ordered all of the new Swing discs so we can learn some
more dances.
This will be your
Favorite!!!
Reviewer: K. Morgan "KAT"
This is the fourth Shawn Trautman DVD that I've gone through and
this has now become my favorite - probably becasue I can do it
alone! I've always wanted to learn line dancing but wasn't quite
sure of myself. I had an awesome time with this one and really
felt confident by the end of it. Pick this one up if you're
looking for something fun to do by yourself or even with some
friends - it's a great start.
Really For
Beginners
Reviewer:
Crazy Cowboy "Robert" (Switzerland)
This is really for beginners. If you never did line dancing this
product is for you.
The best - hands
down!
Reviewer: R. Mason (Nashville, TN)
What we learned in this DVD was much more than just the dances.
Seeing the breakout and learning each individual type of step
separately was worth its weight in gold. We liked the cotton eyed
joe and slappin leather the best and use them all the time now.
There's nothing hokey or outlandish about this DVD as it's very
straightforward and logical. We started with this DVD and went
into the Essential Line Dance DVDs and felt comfortable right
away. Five stars all the way.
Great Help for a Beginning Line Dance
Instructor
Reviewer: A.
Judd
I am teaching line dance classes for "very beginner" students and
I liked Shawn's teaching techniques of breaking down the basic
steps at the beginning. I tried doing that in my class and it
went very well. I was able to explain the moves so they could
catch on easier after watching and hearing Shawn's explanations.
I liked the music he uses when he's instructing. It's slow, but
has a nice beat. It makes it possible to enjoy dancing while your
reveiwing the steps. I like the dances Shawn has chosen and I
really like his style of teaching and dancing. I appreciate being
able to find music to use for the dances on his website also.
That is very helpful.
I am anxious to try the other DVD's.
Awesome
Reviewer:
Erika C. "Nikki" (Clearwater, FL)
I think this DVD is awesome because it is very easy and clear to
follow. The steps are droken down and it is a lot of fun at the
same time. Not to mention a good work out. I would recommend this
DVD to everyone I know.
Guide to line
dancing
Reviewer: N. Hanson "Nell"
Shawn was a great instructor and he made it easy to learn and to
follow.
Great Way to Understand How the Steps
Transition
Reviewer: wazzouz (San Luis Obispo, CA)
This DVD is excellent. I strained my ankle hiking and was bed
ridden for three days when this DVD arrived. So I watched it in
bed, doing the steps with my hands in the air. I figured out all
5 dances on on this DVD. I have been going line dancing on
Thursdays with friends for the past couple of months and could
not figure out the dances. After watching this DVD, I completely
understand what everyone has been doing. The really cool thing is
that all 5 of these dances are done every time I go and sometimes
they are done more than once to different songs, so you will
definately get your time's worth out of learning these dances - a
great value. I can't wait to go back and jump in on the
fun.
Have'n some fun now
Reviewer: Peggy W. (Richmond, VA USA)
This DVD is great. Shawn teaches the steps and moves so clearly
to all the dances. It's so much fun learning them. Five stars for
sure. Line dancing is so enjoyable. I highly recommend this
one.
Try this
DVD!!
Reviewer: RD (Rhode Island)
I loved this DVD. Most dance instruction videos I've tried are
useless. I watched this one once and already feel comfortable
with the dances he teaches on the DVD. I never felt frustrated.
He breaks everything down so it is so easy to follow. He also
reviews all the steps so you don't have to keep going back. I
would totally recommend this DVD even if you have never
danced!
Basic, Clear and Simple
Reviewer: Dave C.
(UT)
I work at a School for Children and Adults with Severe
Disabilities. We are constantly looking for new dance steps for
our PE class. I ordered the DVD for one of our staff. She is
using it to learn and then teach the steps to the students. We
feel the instruction is basic enough for our students and fun for
the staff. Don't hesitate on this one.
Exactly what I needed! Great for
beginners
Reviewer: Ashley J "Texas Sweetie" (Dallas, TX,
USA)
I bought the Quick Start Guide to Line Dancing based on the other
reviewers comments and it was perfect for me. Great pace for
beginners, presented in a logical manner, and highly recommended
if you're new to line dancing. I can't imagine trying to jump
right in and pick dances up without knowing what I now know.
Great job!
A Quick Start Guide to Line
Dancing
Reviewer: A.
Pietruszewski (North Dakota)
I purchased the DVD last week, got it yesterday, and have already
learned the five different line dances, not even 24 hours later!
Shawn's knowledge of dance and his awesome teaching skills are
what makes this DVD so enjoyable. He starts out each lesson by
explaining the footwork individually, then starts to add them
together and before you know it you have completed the whole
dance! He ends each lesson with a few minutes of music so that
you can practice all the steps together at the pace you would be
dancing with other people.
If you are interested in learning to line dance with a fun
informative video, great camera shots, and an experienced
instructor, this DVD is definitely for you.
Great Purchase!
Reviewer: S. Mercer
(Wichita, KS USA)
This is a great video for beginners. It takes you step by step,
breaking down each dance into manageable pieces. My husband
refuses to go dancing with me, but tried this video and learned
the electric slide in about 10 minutes! Shawn Trautman makes
learning to dance easy! Much better than the other line dancing
video I purchased.
The VERY Best Dance Instruction Out
There!!!
Reviewer: L. Nelson
Shawn Trautman is the best dance instructor yet! A great teacher
in addition to dancer. I've tried several dance instruction VHS
and DVD's (9 in all from Christy Lane, Diane Horner, Teresa
Mason, Wiley Hicks, and Cal Pozo), but I didn't stick with them,
because they would move so fast that you'd get lost. I would get
tired of starting them over and over just trying to pick up the
steps. But Shawn makes it so simple to learn, keeping it at a
slower pace for the beginner. He also throws in some variations
for more challenge. They're so good, I have added 4 of his DVD's
to my collection. But his aren't collecting dust like the
others.
Thank
goodness for Line Dancing 101
Reviewer: avidreader (massachusetts)
I can't tell you how many times I have embarrassed myself trying
to dance at weddings and other functions. I've tried countless
times to learn the dance steps from others, but it always seems
so confusing. This video has been a HUGE help to me.
Shawn breaks down each dance into VERY simple steps, and shows
you two different angles so you can really understand what it
should look and feel like. Since they are in their own segments
you can rewind and repeat each step until you are completely
comfortable-at the end of the "step" lessons they are all tied
together and vuala! you're doing an actual dance! (some with some
pretty snazzy variations too!) The only thing I would have
preferred is if the actual versions of the songs had been used-a
very minor setback.
I would not hesitate to purchase another video from his
collection when needed-this one has already worked wonders! Buy
it-you'll be happy you did!
Easy to
learn line dancing
Reviewer: V.L. Hodgkins
I tried line dancing without having had any instruction and was
lost most of the time. After using Shawn's DVD "Line Dance 101",
I had to share it with my friends. It has everything one needs to
easily learn alot of dance steps in a short time. My friends now
line dance with me as a healthy exercise and we're thrilled with
the great instruction available to us on this DVD...smooth and
easy and fun! I recommend it highly!
Line dancing 101: A quick start guide to line
dancing
Reviewer: V. Alonzo (San Diego, CA)
Shawn's videos are wonderful! I love the way his videos are set
up. I was afraid of trying and learning from videos, most "how
to" videos are very intimidating and are too fast pased
especially when you are first starting out (and I mean never
being on the dance floor trying these dances before), but Shawn's
videos are very easy to follow in fact before I even realized
what was happening, I had already gone through the first dance
and was actually doing it and keeping up. I have since bought
several others and love them all!
Best
Instruction - Thumbs Up!!
Reviewer: J.L. Loyola (Maryland)
I've been trying to learn how to line dance for a couple of years
and tried to learn through many different kinds of sources - Even
as far as getting on the dance floor and being chased around by
the other dancers while I tried to mimick them! I purchased this
Quick start guide as well as the Volume 1 Essentials and I
couldn't be more relieved to find that someone cared to take the
time to make certain that I knew what the steps were called and
that I learned how to do them before throwing me into the dances.
I can't wait to get started on the 1st Volumn and I must admit
that my favorite dance so far is Cotton-Eyed Joe! haha
Super Easy
to Follow
Reviewer: Moedeleghany (San Francisco, CA)
Having never line danced before, I was just thrilled with the
instruction in Line Dance 101. The line dance steps are clear and
very easy to follow. I especially liked how Shawn taught each
step separately and then put them into dances. Seeing the
footwork from different angles was also very helpful.
I never felt lost while watching this video and I'd defintitely
recommend this product to my friends.
Great DVD
... Fun and Easy to Follow
K. Wallace (Florida)
My husband and I are no longer sitting on the sidelines watching
everyone else having a great time on the dance floor...we're out
there now having fun too!
We purchased Shawn Trautman's Line Dancing 101 DVD and are so
glad we did. He makes it so easy to learn. He takes you step by
step and shows you the steps from different angles, which is
great for the beginner.
Once you've got the steps down he puts them into a dance...before
you know it you're doing the Electric Slide or the Cotton Eye Joe
like a pro.
I'd recommend this DVD to anyone who's just learning to line
dance.
Very great
instruction
Reviewer: E. Stewart
I purchased this video for our church youth group to help teach
them how to line dance. We requested permission from the
copyright owner to show it to our youth at our church and they
gave us permission. The video was great and the youth had a great
time learning how to line dance. The instructions are clear and
Shawn Trautman takes you through all the steps including
variations of a line dance. I would definitely recommend this
video for those who want to learn how to line dance.
Great Dance DVD
Reviewer: S.R. Bradford (Parker, CO)
I found Shawn's DVD to be extremely helpful. I am new at country
dancing and was apprehensive to buy over the internet. However, I
couldn't find any dance DVD's out in the stores. It was a great
choice and I recommend it to everyone interested in step by step
learning.
I Can Do
It!
Reviewer: C. Shufelt
Having attended numerous weddings and parties and watching The
Electric Slide from the sidelines, Shawn Trautman has made it
possible for me to join the fun. His Line Dancing video is
perfect for someone with no experience-he demonstrates and
describes each step clearly. Perfect for the novice.
A Good
Teacher
Reviewer: F. Ruffin
I am so glad I purchased this video. It is not fancy. It is plain
unhyped instruction. I spent the least time rewinding than all
the other dance videos I have tried. The man just knows how to
TEACH! I look forward to adding his other videos to my
collection.
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