Swing Circuit
National Association of Swing Dance Events
The competitive circuit unifying West Coast Swing events nationwide
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West Coast Swing competitors tracking points across multiple events
Overview
NASDE is the national circuit that connects major West Coast Swing events across the United States into a unified competitive season. Dancers accumulate points at NASDE-sanctioned events throughout the year, with season champions crowned at the end of each competitive cycle. NASDE champions like Kyle Redd and Jordan Frisbee are among the most decorated WCS competitors in history.
History
Founded in 1995 to create a national competitive circuit connecting independent WCS events.
Established a points-based ranking system that incentivizes dancers to compete across multiple events.
Works alongside the World Swing Dance Council (WSDC) which manages international WCS points.
NASDE champions are considered among the top competitive WCS dancers in the country each year.
The circuit helped professionalize West Coast Swing by creating consistent competitive standards across events.
Governance & Structure
Operates as a cooperative association of sanctioned swing dance events.
Member events agree to common rules, judging standards, and points reporting.
Points are tracked and published throughout the competitive season.
Competition Structure
Dancers earn points at NASDE-sanctioned events throughout the year.
Points accumulate across the competitive season to determine national champions.
Divisions mirror WSDC structure: Newcomer, Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, All-Star, and Champion.
Both Jack & Jill (random partner) and Classic (choreographed) divisions are offered.
Key Programs
NASDE Season Championship
Year-long points race crowning national champions in each division.
Sanctioned Events
Major WCS events across the US that participate in the NASDE points circuit.
Membership & Access
Open to all WCS competitors. Points are automatically tracked when competing at NASDE-sanctioned events.
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