Salsa & Argentine Tango Dance Classes In Ottawa
Salsa & Argentine Tango
Salsa & Argentine Tango at DQ Ballroom & Fitness Ottawa cover two distinct Latin partner-dance traditions. Salsa includes LA-style on-1, Cuban-style Salsa Rueda, and Bachata. Argentine Tango is taught as a separate program with its own beginner and intermediate series. Both share the floor at our Friday Night Party.
The 4 Dances Of Salsa & Argentine Tango
Each one is taught as its own class with its own beginner and intermediate streams. Click into any style to learn more.
Two Distinct Traditions
Salsa is rooted in Caribbean and Cuban music, with a syncopated rhythm, intricate footwork, and lively hip movement. It is improvisational and partner-led, and Salsa clubs around the world recognise the same core figures. Argentine Tango originated in Buenos Aires and is a different dance entirely. It uses a close embrace, intricate leg and foot movements, and a constant musical conversation between partners. The two traditions share Latin roots but feel completely different on the floor.
Salsa & Tango Lessons For All Levels
Whether you came in for the energy of Salsa or the depth of Argentine Tango, our group classes welcome dancers of every level. Beginners build the basic timing and connection from scratch; intermediate students refine technique and add the figure variations that turn a class into a real social dance. Salsa students can join our Friday Night Party from day one; Argentine Tango students can practice at our Sunday socials and at the milongas around town.
Step Onto The Salsa & Argentine Tango Floor
Salsa and Argentine Tango are very different dances but they share the DQ floor side by side. Most of our students start with one and find their way to the other after a season. Browse the schedule and pick a Salsa or Argentine Tango class that fits your week.
Salsa & Argentine Tango is one of the programs at DQ Ballroom & Fitness. You can also browse all of our dance classes for the full lineup.
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“The best dance studio in Ottawa. It has a huge dance floor, perfect for International Ballroom. They offer classes for all ages, all levels and various styles, with world-class instructors.”
Karen Lo
a year ago
“Melanie helped us create the perfect choreo for our wedding dance. She was amazing, always nice and patient, extremely professional and experienced. She made us feel comfortable and we made a lot of progress.”
Rebecca Scano
10 months ago
“Melanie & Lionel are excellent instructors, very knowledgeable and fun to work with. The studio has a beautiful dance floor, one of the most spacious in Ottawa. The Friday dance parties and special events are my favourite, not to be missed!”
Mirka Strmiskova
a year ago
“I am very satisfied to dance at DQ where I have learned to dance with precision, style and control. Instructors are highly skilled, teach with a sense of humour, and adapt to your learning objectives.”
Yvan Beaulieu
a year ago
“A welcoming dance studio for all ages and dance experience. The instructors are knowledgeable and patient. Lots of styles to choose from on the schedule and the prices are fair. Having a really nice time in the group classes as well as the social dances.”
Catherine H
a year ago
“If you're looking for a dance studio in Ottawa, whether you have zero experience or you're a seasoned dancer, this is your sign to stop looking and try DQ Ballroom & Fitness.”
Clara Miller
a year ago
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