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COUNTRY DANCE LESSON
Proper Attire

You've watched Shawn Trautman and his dance partner demonstrate the proper country dance lesson technique. Your arm placement is perfect, you can do the two-step with your eyes closed, and you've developed an affinity for Cotton Eye Joe. Congratulations, Trautman student: it's time to venture out into the world of country dancing.

As you prepare for your foray into the wilds of your local honky tonk or country bar, remember the following:

  • There's no need for excessive sequins. Country dancing is extremely casual; think of it as the opposite of ballroom dancing. Instead of form-fitting costumes that sparkle, choose a comfortable pair of jeans and a shirt.
  • Pay attention to your feet. You've mastered the two-step and countless line dances under Shawn Trautman's tutelage and he wants you to enjoy your newfound skill. That means no high heels or ill-fitting shoes. You may look great, but you'll end up perched atop a barstool, trying to elevate your pinched toes. Consider purchasing cowboy boots developed specifically for dancers, which are flexible and soft-soled. Regular cowboy boots are meant for riding your horse and their slick soles can be dangerous.
  • A cowboy hat is not mandatory. As an addition to your outfit, it's fine - just make sure that it fits well and allows you to see under the brim.
  • Loud plaids are usually not seen on the cowboy dance circuit. If you'd like to wear a tartan, save that for Scottish dancing.

Before you leave for the country bar, consider what you've seen others wear for a night of dancing. Texans dress much different than California natives, for example. There's really a different look for each region, but when in doubt, wear jeans.

 
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  • "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."
    -Isadora (CA) Line Dance 101

  • "What a GREAT DVD that simply teaches you the most popular line dances. Even my 11 year old son quickly learned the Party Line Dance steps and confidently used them at his 1st school dance. Thanks Shawn!!"
    -D. Daugherty (GA) Party Line Dances

  • "My favorite thing about Shawn Trautman's DVD's is the instruction provided individually for the leaders and the followers, so that each person learns what they should be doing."
    -M.C. (Florida)

  • "Great DVD. Shawn's DVD make learning to line dance easy and fun. His methods of instruction get an A+ from this teacher."
    -C.S. Boyd Essential Line Dances

  • "These dances are indeed complicated. But as he does in other DVDs, Shawn presents the steps in segments that can be easily learned and he encourages you to repeat them over and over to make sure you've mastered them.."
    -R. Jenkins (FL) Smokin' Line Dances

  • "Wow, we really liked this one! This one gives a number of specific dances to go through with a partner that are like line dances for couples. The Sweetheart Schottische and the Ten Step are fun to do and are the same dances they do here where we are. We found the instruction to be very easy to learn from and liked the speed of the teaching."
    -R. Sheldon (KY) Hot Country Dancing for Couples

  • "I have many swing dance DVD's at home but this one is by far the best. The instructor breaks down each step, arm position, and dance position into its most basic form allowing a person who has never danced before to master the basics. Each step is repeated many times so that there is no need to stop and replay each section. Split camera angles are used effectively to show the proper position of each partner. I highly recommend this DVD for anyone who has no prior experience in dance."
    -C. Blalock (OR) Swing Dancing for Beginners

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