Waltz Dance Lessons
Dancing the Waltz develops balance and control. The basic Waltz steps are the foundation patterns used in most ballroom dances. Correct posture, rise and fall, and flowing movements should be stressed to achieve good styling.
History
Considered the mother of present day dances, the Waltz began in southern Germany in the seventeenth century. The popularity of the Waltz grew with the music of Johann Strauss and eventually blossomed in the 20th century. It is the basis for many dances and is popular today all over the world.
Schedule
for Waltz Dance Classes
Syllabus
Waltz Dance Class
*You can start with either (1a) or (1b) and a partner is not required.
Syllabus (1a)
Basic Box Step
Progressive Forward
Progressive Backward
Left Turning Box
Two-Way Underarm Turn
Simple Twinkle
Turning Twinkles
Reverse Turn (Left)
Grapevine
Promenade Chasse
Syllabus (1b)
Basic (Closed Position)
Lady’s Turn Turn Out (Right)
Lady’s Left Underarm Turn (Inside)
Man’s Left Underarm Turn
Basic (Open Position)
Man’s Comb
Lady’s Comb
Lady’s Wrap Up into Wheel Clockwise
Continuous Wheel
Lady’s Outside Right Turn
Man’s Walk Through Catch w/Right Hand
Finesse (1 or 2)
Lady’s Left Turn w/Man’s
Hand Change Behind The Back
She/He with Left Hand (1 or 2)
Reverse Spin w/Left Hand
Music Selections
for the waltz
BPM
Song Title
Teach Me to Dance
Till You Love Me
Someone Must Feel Like A Fool Tonight
Unchained Melody (waltz version)
Captured (By Love’s Melody)
Fascination – Answer Me
Skater’s Waltz
When I Said I Do
The Answer’s In The Question
I Love To Watch A Woman Dance
Artist
Greg Holland
Reba McEntire
Kenny Rogers
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C.F.D.
Rick Tippe
Werner Tauber
Vicki DeLor
Clint Black
Bob Seger ft Patty Loveless
The Eagles