Waltz Dance Classes In Ottawa
Waltz With Elegance
Waltz dance classes at DQ Ballroom & Fitness Ottawa run as beginner and intermediate International Standard Waltz, danced in 3/4 time with rise-and-fall technique. It is one of the most forgiving Standard ballroom dances and a popular wedding first dance.
Waltz Dance Classes For Beginners
Glide Across The Floor
Beginner Waltz classes teach you the closed hold, the basic box, the natural and reverse turns, and the rise-and-fall action that gives Waltz its character. By the end of the series you can comfortably dance a social Waltz at any wedding or ballroom event.
- checkClosed hold and posture
- checkBasic box and box turns
- checkNatural and reverse turns
- checkRise-and-fall and footwork
Waltz Classes For Intermediate Dancers
Refine The Sway
Intermediate Waltz expands the figure vocabulary to include the Whisk, Chassé from Promenade Position, the Hesitation Change, and the weaves, locks and fallaways that build competition-level routines. We also refine the sway and rise-and-fall and work on continuous partner connection so the dance flows around the floor.
- checkWhisk and Chassé from Promenade
- checkHesitation Change and Spin Turn
- checkWeaves, Locks, and Fallaways
- checkSway and continuous rise-and-fall
Your First Class
A quick look at how a class actually flows from start to finish.
- 015 min early
Arrive and sign in
Sign in at reception, change shoes, and meet your instructor.
- 02~30 min
Learn the figures
Your instructor breaks down each step in small pieces, demonstrates with a partner, then walks you through it slowly with the music.
- 03~15 min
Practice
Run through the figures with your partner. Your instructor circulates to give individual feedback and corrections.
Find Your Spot In A Waltz Class
Waltz is a wonderful entry point into ballroom dancing. From your first lesson you'll be working on partner hold, frame, and the fundamentals of moving together, skills that will serve you across everything you dance. The figure vocabulary grows as you progress, so there's always more to work toward. Browse the schedule and pick a class that fits your week.
Waltz is taught at DQ Ballroom & Fitness as part of our Standard Ballroom program. If Waltz catches your interest, you might also enjoy our other International Standard dances. You can also browse all of our dance classes to see 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
Common Questions
The questions we hear most from new students.
Is Waltz a good first ballroom dance to learn?expand_more
Yes. Waltz is the most forgiving Standard dance because the tempo is slow and the basic figures use a closed hold.
Is the Waltz a good wedding first dance?expand_more
It is the most popular wedding first dance for a reason. Slow Waltz fits a wide range of romantic songs, the rise-and-fall makes the dance look polished without complex choreography, and a few weeks of class is enough to look confident on the floor.
How is Slow Waltz different from Viennese Waltz?expand_more
Slow Waltz is danced at roughly 30 beats per minute with rise-and-fall and a wide figure vocabulary. Viennese Waltz is much faster, around 60 measures per minute (about 180 beats per minute), uses constant rotation, and has a smaller core vocabulary. We teach both at DQ.
Do I need a partner?expand_more
You don't need a partner to sign up. We encourage you to join with a partner (practicing together outside of class makes a real difference), but if you come on your own, we'll pair you up with someone during the lesson. Everyone is welcome.
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