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Stop dreaming of performing that sensual salsa, slow dance, or swing dance and forget awkward moments at the ballroom in front of others. Students here learn at their own pace, and awkwardness is quickly forgotten as Shawn takes them through each step of their chosen dance. Each lesson is designed to establish muscle memory and ensure dance move retention before moving on from the basics.
Speaking of basics, dance lesson videos like the newly-released Dance Lessons 101 combine basic dance instruction for multiple dances, allowing beginners to try several dances before moving into a particular dance style. And, with a world-renowned instructor who uses technology to ensure lesson retention, it’s easy for any beginner to master the basics on the dance floor.

Read the product descriptions below to find specific information about each of Shawn Trautman's dance lesson videos. When you're ready to learn to dance, you'll know which one is right for the occasion. To see clips of all of Shawn Trautman's Dance Lesson DVDs, please visit our Dance Video Previews page. Also, don't forget about ShawnTrautman.com's Exclusive Dance Lesson Video Satisfaction Guarantee and FREE Same-Day Shipping information
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Dance Lessons 101 |
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| Dance Lessons 101: The Ultimate Couples Dancing Instruction Video for Beginners |
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Dance Lessons 101 is the all-in-one do-it-yourself DVD. After extensive planning, we've combined the starting points for Ballroom, Country, Swing and Latin Dancing into one easy-to-understand program. This DVD is proof that you can learn to dance without live instruction - and in a fraction of the time. Master the fundamentals of multiple dances with the Trautman method. You'll be dancing the Slow Dance, Waltz, Swing, Salsa, Two-Step, Cha-Cha, Hustle and West Coast Swing in a matter of minutes.
Dance Lessons 101 features just over two hours of detailed dance instruction, picture-in-picture technology, optimum clarity, and multiple camera angles to ensure that you, the student, get the best view. Each step and move is taught for both the leader and the follower as well as together, allowing you the option of learning with or without a dance partner. Not too interested in the Cha-Cha but can't wait to learn the Swing, Salsa, or Hustle? DVD menu selections allow you the option of streamlining your lesson.
Owning this DVD is the equivalent of having your own private dance instruction for a fraction of the cost, and it's ideal whether you want to learn to dance for a special event or simply achieve better fitness. Feel good about your new hobby, and take your skills ever-further by choosing from more than two dozen other titles in Shawn Trautman's Dance Collection.
Dancing Success Starts with Dance Lessons 101. We'll see you out on the dance floor!
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Essential Line Dances Volume 1 |
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Essential Line Dances Volume 2 |
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Smokin' Line Dances Volume 1 |
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| Smokin' Line Dances Volume 1 contains approximately 80 minutes worth of a variety of line dances that are a combination of fun, challenging, and sometimes even fast. |
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If you're ready to have fun, challenge yourself, and get your feet moving to some awesome line dances, then this series is for you. Don't spend another minute sipping your drink on the sidelines. You'll be transformed from party watcher to joiner as you learn how to line dance from Shawn Trautman, world-class dance instructor and author, with Smokin' Line Dances Volume 1. Master a few line dances and join the crowd at your next party, New Year's celebration or country nightclub. Dances included in this DVD are:
- Gator Boogie
- Hummingbird
- T-R-O-U-B-L-E
- Skee Bumpis / Tush Push
- Hip Hop Line Dance
- and more!
Smokin' Line Dances Volume 1 is packed with over 80 minutes of easy to follow instruction in a “what you see is what you dance” format. If you've never danced before, Line Dance 101: A Quick Start Guide to Line Dancing should proceed this DVD. This DVD puts a strong focus on learning the fundamentals. To further enhance the instruction, a full breakdown of footwork for each move is given. Order your copy today, and be line dancing by next weekend!
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Smokin' Line Dances Volume 2 |
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| Smokin' Line Dances Volume 2 contains approximately 70 minutes worth of a variety of line dances that are a combination of fun, challenging, and sometimes even fast. |
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If you're ready to have fun, challenge yourself, and get your feet moving to some awesome line dances, then this series is for you. Don't spend another minute sipping your drink on the sidelines. You'll be transformed from party watcher to joiner as you learn how to line dance from Shawn Trautman, world-class dance instructor and author, with Smokin' Line Dances Volume 2. Master a few line dances and join the crowd at your next party, New Year's celebration or country nightclub. Dances included in this DVD are:
- Regular Joe
- Can't Get Enuff (I Like It, I Love It!)
- Walk the Line (Cadillac Ranch)
- Laredo (Suicide Blonde)
- Swamp Thang
Smokin' Line Dances Volume 2 is packed with over 70 minutes of easy to follow instruction in a “what you see is what you dance” format. If you've never danced before, Line Dance 101: A Quick Start Guide to Line Dancing should proceed this DVD. This DVD puts a strong focus on learning the fundamentals. To further enhance the instruction, a full breakdown of footwork for each move is given. Order your copy today, and be line dancing by next weekend!
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Hot Country Dancing for Couples |
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| This DVD includes over 80 minutes of lessons on everything you'll need to make your first experience with couples dancing in a country nightclub a success. |
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Get ready to step out with confidence on the country western dance floor in no time from Shawn Trautman, world-class dance instructor and author, with Hot Country Dancing for Couples. Having a partner is not even required! (although we recommend it) Dances included in this DVD are:
- Two-Step
- East Coast Swing
- Barn Dance (Wild, Wild, West)
- Cactus Cha-Cha (Neon Moon)
- Sweetheart Schottische
- Ten Step
Hot Country Dancing for Couples is packed with over 80 minutes of easy to follow instruction in a “what you see is what you dance” format. Designed for beginners who've never danced, this "must have" DVD puts a strong focus on lead and follow dancing and learning the fundamentals. More than just basics and the moves listed above, you’ll learn about connection points, proper hand placements, creating the lead, transitions and combining moves. To further enhance the instruction, a full breakdown of footwork for each move from both the leader and follower perspectives is given. Order your copy today, and be country dancing by next weekend!
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Ballroom & Latin Dance Sampler |
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| Learn to dance the Salsa, Cha-Cha, Fox-Trot, Hustle, & Tango in one DVD! |
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Get ready for your next event as you learn the five most popular ballroom and Latin dances from Shawn Trautman, world-class dance instructor and author, with Ballroom and Latin Dance Sampler. Dances included in this DVD are:
- Salsa
- Cha-Cha
- Fox-Trot
- Hustle
- Tango
Ballroom and Latin Dance Sampler is packed with over 90 minutes of easy to follow instruction in a “what you see is what you dance” format. More than just basics and the moves listed above, you’ll learn about connection points, proper hand placements, creating the lead, transitions and combining moves. To further enhance the instruction, a full breakdown of footwork for each move from both the leader and follower perspectives is given. Order your copy today, and be dancing by next weekend!
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Country Western Dance Sampler |
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Slow & Romantic Dance Sampler |
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Slow Dancing for Beginners Volume 1 |
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Slow Dance with Style! Learn today… dance tonight! Easy & Fun Slow Dance Lessons on DVD from the authors of Picture Yourself Dancing! Slow Dancing for Beginners Volume 1 is a remarkably simple DVD that teaches the guys how to lead the dance, the ladies how to follow it, and more importantly, how both can look good doing it. Your instructors, Shawn and Joanna Trautman, will have you dancing along with them as you learn to lead and follow several basic steps, left turns, right turns, underarm turns, momentum turns and more! This volume is for everyone, though designed specifically for beginners with 1 and a half hours of easy-to-follow instruction. Owning this DVD is the equivalent of having your own private instruction at home. Filmed and presented with multiple camera angles and Picture-in-Picture technology, you'll be surprised at just how easily you'll learn with the right instruction. Whether you are learning for an event like a wedding or a cruise or if you simply want to try something new, Slow Dancing for Beginners Volume 1 is a great place to start!
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Slow Dancing for Beginners Volume 2 |
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Swing for Beginners Volume 1 |
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Get ready to jump, jive and wail as you learn how to Swing dance from Shawn Trautman, world-class dance instructor and author, with Swing Dancing for Beginners Volume 1. Moves included in this DVD are:
- Slow Step, Rock Step, and Triple Step
- Left and Right Turns
- Underarm Turns
- Dancing Positions
- And more...
Swing Dancing for Beginners Volume 1 is packed with over 90 minutes of easy to follow instruction in a “what you see is what you dance” format. Designed for beginners who've never danced Swing, this DVD puts a strong focus on lead and follow dancing and learning the fundamentals. More than just basics and the moves listed above, you’ll learn about connection points, proper hand placements, creating the lead, transitions and combining moves. To further enhance the instruction, a full breakdown of footwork for each move from both the leader and follower perspectives is given. Order your copy today, and be Swing Dancing by next weekend!
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Swing for Beginners Volume 2 |
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Hang on to your bobby socks! If you enjoyed Swing Dancing for Beginners Volume 1, you'll love Volume 2. Learn how to Swing dance with Shawn Trautman, world-class dance instructor and author, with Swing Dancing for Beginners Volume 2. Moves included in this DVD are:
- Tuck Turns
- Cool Hand Changes
- Wraps and Unwraps
- Fake Wraps
- Touchbacks
- And more...
Swing Dancing for Beginners Volume 2 is packed with over 90 minutes of easy to follow instruction in a “what you see is what you dance” format. Designed for beginners who've never danced Swing, this DVD puts a strong focus on lead and follow dancing and learning the fundamentals. More than just basics and the moves listed above, you’ll learn about connection points, proper hand placements, creating the lead, transitions and combining moves. To further enhance the instruction, a full breakdown of footwork for each move from both the leader and follower perspectives is given. Order your copy today, and be Swing Dancing by next weekend!
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Swing for Intermediate Dancers Volume 1 |
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Hot & Spicy Salsa for Beginners |
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Learn one of the most popular club dances from Shawn Trautman, a world-class dance instructor and author, with Salsa for Beginners. Moves included in this DVD are:
- Front, Back & Side Basics
- Back Breaks
- Ladies Underarm Turn
- One & Two Hand Holds
- Cross Over Breaks
- Leader Underarm Turn
- Cross-Body Leads
- And more...
Salsa for Beginners is packed with over 90 minutes of easy to follow instruction in a “what you see is what you dance” format. Designed for beginners who've never danced Salsa, this DVD puts a strong focus on lead and follow dancing and learning the fundamentals. More than just basics and the moves listed above, you’ll learn about connection points, proper hand placements, open and closed dance positions, posture, transitions and combining moves. To further enhance the instruction, a full breakdown of footwork for each move from both the leader and follower perspectives is given as well as tips, tricks, and rules for leaders and followers. Order your copy today, and be dancing the Salsa by next weekend!
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Cha Cha for Beginners |
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Learn one of the sassiest and classiest dances to hit the dance floor from Shawn Trautman, a world-class dance instructor and author, with Beginner Cha-Cha. Moves included in this DVD are:
- Front and Side Basics
- Underarm Turns
- Cross Over Breaks
- Cross Body Leads
- Sliding Doors
- And more...
Beginner Cha-Cha is packed with over 90 minutes of easy to follow instruction in a “what you see is what you dance” format. Designed for beginners who've never danced Cha-Cha, this DVD puts a strong focus on lead and follow dancing and learning the fundamentals. More than just basics and the moves listed above, you’ll learn about connection points, proper hand placements, creating the lead, transitions and combining moves. To further enhance the instruction, a full breakdown of footwork for each move from both the leader and follower perspectives is given. Order your copy today, and be dancing the Cha-Cha by next weekend!
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Retro Hustle for Beginners |
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Two-Step for Beginners Volume 1 |
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There's no need to be a wallflower in the comfort of your living room as you learn how to Two-Step from Shawn Trautman, world-class dance instructor and author, with Two-Step for Beginners Volume 1. Moves included in this DVD are:
- Lead & Follow Two-Step
- Quicks, Slows & Basics
- Vine, Wraps, and Turns
- Front & Back Presentations
- And more...
Two-Step for Beginners Volume 1 is packed with over 90 minutes of easy to follow instruction in a “what you see is what you dance” format. Designed for beginners who've never danced the Two-Step, this DVD puts a strong focus on lead and follow dancing and learning the fundamentals. More than just basics and the moves listed above, you’ll learn about connection points, proper hand placements, creating the lead, transitions and combining moves. To further enhance the instruction, a full breakdown of footwork for each move from both the leader and follower perspectives is given. Order your copy today, and be dancing the Two-Step by next weekend!
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Two-Step for Beginners Volume 2 |
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Two-Step for Intermediate Dancers Volume 1 |
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West Coast Swing for Beginners Volume 1 |
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Arguably the most challenging and rewarding dance and often been referred to as "the dancers' dance", you too can join the fun learning West Coast Swing from Shawn Trautman, world-class dance instructor and author, with West Coast Swing for Beginners Volume 1. Moves included in this DVD are:
- Lead & Follow Basics
- Compression & Leverage
- Basic Push & Passes
- Inside & Outside Turns
- The Cut-Off & Reverse
- Tuck Turn & Starter Step
- And more...
West Coast Swing for Beginners Volume 1 is packed with over 90 minutes of easy to follow instruction in a “what you see is what you dance” format. Designed for beginners who've never danced West Coast Swing, this DVD puts a strong focus on lead and follow dancing and learning the fundamentals. More than just basics and the moves listed above, you’ll learn about connection points, proper hand placements, creating the lead, transitions and combining moves. To further enhance the instruction, a full breakdown of footwork for each move from both the leader and follower perspectives is given. Order your copy today, and be dancing by next weekend!
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West Coast Swing for Beginners Volume 2 |
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Arguably the most challenging and rewarding dance and often been referred to as "the dancers' dance", you too can join the fun learning West Coast Swing from Shawn Trautman, world-class dance instructor and author, with West Coast Swing for Beginners Volume 2. Moves included in this DVD are:
- Inside Free Turns
- Fake Turns for Leaders
- Fun Hand Changes
- Tuck Turn Combos
- Basic Whips w/ "J"-Lead
- Basic Whips
- And more...
West Coast Swing for Beginners Volume 2 is packed with over 90 minutes of easy to follow instruction in a “what you see is what you dance” format. Designed for beginners who've never danced West Coast Swing, this DVD puts a strong focus on lead and follow dancing and learning the fundamentals. More than just basics and the moves listed above, you’ll learn about connection points, proper hand placements, creating the lead, transitions and combining moves. To further enhance the instruction, a full breakdown of footwork for each move from both the leader and follower perspectives is given. Order your copy today, and be dancing by next weekend!
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West Coast Swing for Intermediate Dancers Volume 1 |
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