Registration open for all Spring classes and workshops
Please Note:
Before proceeding to class registrations, please ensure you are logged in and have an active membership. A paid membership is mandatory for all classes. However, our 3-week Intro to Ballroom sessions and other Workshops are exempt — they are available for everyone.
All registrations must be completed through PayPal at the time of booking. You can pay as a guest without a PayPal account, although the process can occasionally be a bit tricky. Prefer to pay in person? Offline payments can be arranged in advance with Lawrence. Please email classes@vbds.org.
Intro To Ballroom
No Membership Required
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Starts on 20 JunEnds on 11 JulSaturday10:30 am - 11:30 amCedar Hill Recreation Centre – GymPrice: $50.00 - $60.00
Detailed Class Description: Curious about ballroom dancing? Join us for a fun and welcoming 4-week Intro to Ballroom workshop designed for absolute beginners and anyone looking to refresh the basics. Explore a variety of classic ballroom and Latin dances while building confidence, musicality, and partner connection in a relaxed and supportive environment. Enjoy the many physical, mental and emotional benefits dance provides. Appropriate for all who are preparing for a special occasion, wedding, cruise, or learning to dance as a long time desired activity.
No partner required; we make every effort to balance the class. No VBDS membership required. All you need is a free account and once logged in you can register for the workshop. Try something new, and discover how much fun ballroom can be.
Newcomer to Intermediate Classes
Members Only
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Starts on 14 MayEnds on 25 JunThursday6:30 pm - 8:00 pmCentennial United Church Dance StudioPrice: $157.50
Detailed Class Description: Intermediate 1 Review will focus on review, practice, and preparation for the summer break while continuing to strengthen technique, movement, musicality, and partner connection across the core ballroom and Latin dances. Expect a supportive class environment with plenty of guided practice, more personalized feedback and attention, and opportunities to refine figures and overall dance quality.
Current participants will also have the opportunity to help shape the review content by sharing which dances and figures they would most like to revisit throughout the series.
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Starts on 12 JunEnds on 26 JunFriday6:00 pm - 7:00 pmCentennial United Church Dance StudioPrice: $37.50
Detailed Class Description: Newcomer 1 Review is intended for dancers who would like additional practice and review before progressing further. This 3-week class will focus on reinforcing the fundamentals of Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Cha-Cha, Rumba, and Jive in a supportive environment. Expect plenty of practice, review of key figures and timing, and more personalized feedback and attention throughout the course. Current participants will also have the opportunity to share which dances and figures they would most like to revisit.
No partner required; we make every effort to balance the class.
Pre-Bronze to Bronze
Members Only
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Starts on 14 MayEnds on 29 JunThursday & Monday8:00 pm - 9:00 pmCentennial United Church Dance StudioPrice: $90.00 - $195.00
No class on Monday, May 18.
Mondays and Thursdays 8:00PM to 9:00PM, two 60min classes per week.Detailed Class Description: This Bronze Review series will focus on Waltz, Viennese Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Quickstep, Cha-Cha, Rumba, Samba, and Jive, with emphasis on review, practice, and preparation for the summer break. Expect plenty of guided practice, more personalized feedback and attention, and opportunities to refine technique, partnering, timing, and dance character across a variety of dances.
Classes run Mondays and Thursdays, with no class on Victoria Day long weekend. Current participants will also have the opportunity to help shape the review content by sharing which dances and figures they would most like to revisit throughout the series.
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Starts on 22 MayEnds on 26 JunFriday7:30 pm - 9:00 pmCedar Hill Recreation Centre – GymPrice: $135.00
Detailed Class Description: Pre-Bronze/Bronze Review: Tango, Foxtrot, Samba & Jive
Ready to feel more secure and expressive in your dancing?
In this six week course of 1.5 hour classes Wanda will review a combination of Pre-Bronze and Bronze level syllabus figures in the Tango & Foxtrot, Jive & Samba. Appropriate for students at the Pre-Bronze or Bronze levels, and also open to students with previous experience who would like a review. Strengthen your foundation and refine the details that make a difference on the dance floor! Here’s an opportunity to continue developing the style and technique of these graceful, dramatic and festive dances!
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Starts on 25 MayEnds on 29 JunMonday6:30 pm - 8:00 pmCentennial United Church Dance StudioPrice: $135.00
Detailed Class Description: Six weeks of 90min classes. This Pre-Bronze Review class will focus on review, practice, and continued development before the summer break. Expect plenty of guided practice, supportive instruction, and more personalized feedback and attention throughout the series, with continued focus on technique, partnering, musicality, and dance character.
Current participants will also have the opportunity to help shape the review content by sharing which dances and figures they would most like to revisit throughout the series.
Workshops
No Membership Required
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Starts on 24 MayEnds on 07 JunSunday2:30 pm - 4:30 pmCentennial United Church Dance StudioPrice: $67.50
Take your dancing to the next level and discover the excitement of ballroom competition. This welcoming workshop is perfect for Newcomer and Pre-Bronze dancers who want to prepare for the Sunday Funday Competition in Vancouver while building confidence, improving their dancing, and sharing the experience with the VBDS community. Open to members and non-members.
- Starts on 24 MayEnds on 07 Jun
Looking to feel comfortable on the dance floor at weddings, parties, or social events? This 3-week Beginner Night Club Waltz / Slow Dancing workshop (Part 1) is designed to give you the confidence to move naturally with a partner — even if you’ve never danced before. No membership required, this workshop is open to all.
- Starts on 20 JunEnds on 11 JulSaturday11:30 am - 12:30 pmCedar Hill Recreation Centre – GymPrice: $50.00 - $60.00
Detailed Class Description: Get ready for a fun and energetic summer on the dance floor with this 4-week Samba & Quickstep workshop! Explore the lively rhythms, movement, and character of two exciting ballroom dances in a welcoming and supportive environment. Whether you’re looking to try something new or continue building your confidence and skills, this workshop is a great way to keep dancing into the summer. Open to both members and non-members — everyone is welcome!
