Listen "Ep. 5 – Inside the Wild Wild Westie: Surviving the Hardest West Coast Swing Challenge"
Episode Synopsis
In this behind-the-scenes episode of Swing to the Rhythm, Damon D’Amico and Gilbert Raya dive headfirst into the most intense choreography routine of their dance careers at Wild Wild Westie 2025. With only 15 hours of prep, they learn and perform a full routine taught by four champion-level pros:👑 Gary & Susan – 3x US Open Champions🌍 Thibault & Nicole – 3x World ChampionsFrom grueling rehearsals to a full music video shoot and a live curtain-call performance, this episode gives you an insider look at the highs, struggles, and triumphs of a major West Coast Swing choreography intensive.What you’ll experience in this episode:Group instruction + walkthroughs with champion coaches15+ hours of solo practice condensed into daysBehind-the-scenes of the final music video shootThe pressure and reward of performing on the Wild Wild Westie stage📚 Start your dance journey: Get our West Coast Swing Crash Course + Ebook Bundle for just $12 → https://damicodancedigital.thinkific.com/bundles/dance-smarter-not-harder🎥 Watch this full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/M3YyriXImlM?si=-Mt1rLgBqT4vKMAV
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