Classes and workshops starting in April, May, June, & July have been posted to our calendar and are open for registration. Workshops are open to both regular members and those with free, non-member accounts. Regular (paid) membership is required to register for classes.

If you experience any problems registering for classes or renewing or setting up a new membership, please email: classes@vbds.org for assistance.

Classes and Workshops quick links:

• Intermediate 1 classes on Thursday evenings, April 3rd to June 5th
• Newcomer 3 classes on Saturday afternoons, April 5th to May 31st
• The Specific Principles of the Foxtrot with Gaetan Rouette workshops, Sunday mornings, May 4th, May 18th, and June 1st
• Bronze Foxtrot classes, Wednesday evenings, May 14 to June 18th
• Beginners to Pre-Bronze Waltz, Tango, Cha Cha, Rumba classes, Monday evenings, June 9th to June 30th
• Bronze and Up – Tango, Foxtrot, Samba, Rumba, Thursday evenings June 5th to June 26th
• Bronze and Up – Waltz, Quickstep, Cha Cha and Jive,Thursday evenings July 3rd to July 31st
• Intro to Ballroom workshops, Thursday evenings, Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Cha Cha, Rumba & Jive, June 5th, 12th, and 19th
• Introduction to Viennese Waltz workshops, Saturday mornings, June 7th and 14th
• Beginners to Pre-Bronze Waltz, Foxtrot, Rumba and Jive classes, Monday evenings, July 7th to July 28th
• Pre-Bronze/Bronze Samba classes, Wednesday evenings, July 9th to July 30th
• Introduction to Ballroom workshops, Saturday mornings, July 12, 19 & 26

 

Classes and Workshops – full descriptions

Intermediate 1

In this six week set of Intermediate classes on Thursday evenings, April 3rd to May 29th, Wanda will build on the six dances taught in the Newcomer Series 1 – 4. New syllabus figures in Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Rumba, Cha Cha and Jive will be introduced. Continuing to develop partnering & connection, lead & follow, rhythm & musicality, the character of each dance evolves! Join us for a session of fun, fitness and socializing in a supportive and friendly atmosphere. More info / registration can be found here.

Newcomer 3

This seven week set of 1 hour classes Saturdays 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM April 5th to May 31st is Part 3 of the Newcomer Series. Wanda will build on the six dances taught in Newcomer 1 & 2, introducing new syllabus figures in Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Rumba, Cha Cha and Jive. Continuing to develop partnering & connection, footwork & rhythm, the character of each dance begins to emerge! Join us for a session of fun, fitness and socializing in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. More info / registration can be found here.

The Specific Principles of the Foxtrot with Gaétan Rouette

Workshop will cover the technical information and exercises required to achieve better movement throughout basics and more advanced figures of the Foxtrot, with Demonstration and Practical Exercises. We will receive new information and the latest trend covering Rise and Fall, the benefits of Sways and a better use of timing and phrasing. Sunday mornings, May 4th, May 18th, & June 1st. For more info and to register click here

Beginners to Pre-Bronze Waltz, Tango, Cha Cha, Rumba

Our June classes are designed for those who have been dancing Ballroom and Latin between 3-12 months. We invite you to dive into the elegance of the Waltz, the passion of the Tango, the rhythm of the ChaCha, and the sensuality of the Rumba.
Would you like to decorate your dance with new colours and ornaments? We will focus on styling, musicality, and positions. Victor will guide you through each step, helping you to enhance your connection with the music and the partner and express your unique style. Embrace the music and let it inspire your movements as you continue to master the fundamentals.
Whether you’re looking to perfect your posture or add flair to your routines, our classes offer a supportive and fun environment to grow as a dancer. Come and join us, and let’s dance our way to excellence together! For more info and to register click here“.

Bronze and Up – Tango, Foxtrot, Samba, Rumba

Our June classes are designed for those who have been dancing Ballroom and Latin at least a year. We invite you to immerse yourself in the passion of the Tango, the smoothness of the Foxtrot, the exuberance of the Samba, and the sensuality of the Rumba.
We will focus on styling, musicality, and positions, including the intricate Fallaway and CBM positions. Victor will guide you through each step, helping you to enhance your connection with the music and your partner, and express your unique style. Our classes will delve into the artistry of pauses and syncopation, and the beauty of musical phrasing. Embrace the music and let it inspire your movements.
Whether you’re looking to perfect your posture or add flair to your routines, our classes offer a sophisticated and supportive environment to grow as a dancer. Come and join us, and let’s dance our way to excellence together! or more info and to register click here.

Bronze Foxtrot

In this six week course of one hour classes on Wednesday nights, 6:30-7:30 PM, May 14th to June 18th, Wanda will cover Bronze level syllabus figures in Foxtrot. Appropriate for students who have completed a Pre-Bronze course as well as any one with previous experience who may want a review and brush up. Here’s an opportunity to continue developing the style and technique of this lively and fun dance!
For more info and to register, click here.

Intro to Ballroom workshops

Over three Thursday evenings, June 5th, 12th and 19th, Victor will teach the basics in three standard and three Latin ballroom dances: Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Cha Cha, Rumba and Jive. The emphasis is on having fun and dancing as a couple. We will focus on basic elements for Ballroom and Latin: change steps, triple steps, rocks and turns. There will be a lot of dancing, so don’t hesitate to try it out! For more info and to register, click here.

Bronze and Up – Waltz, Quickstep, Cha Cha and Jive

Our July classes are designed for those who have been dancing Ballroom and Latin at least a year. Thursday evenings 7:30 to 8:30 pm, July 3 to 31 we will focus on styling, musicality, and positions, including the intricate Fallaway and CBM positions. Victor will guide you through each step, helping you to enhance your connection with the music and your partner, and express your unique style. Our classes will delve into the artistry of pauses and syncopation, and the beauty of musical phrasing. Embrace the music and let it inspire your movements. For more info and to register, click here.

Introduction to Viennese Waltz workshops

In this two-part workshop series Saturdays, 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, June 7th and 14th, Wanda will introduce the basic figures of the beautiful Viennese Waltz. Appropriate for students who would like to add this elegant dance to their repertoire and those with some experience who would like to continue developing their skills. Let’s enjoy the movement and music of this spirited dance from Austria! Immediately following the class is a practice session from 12:30 – 2 pm. For more info and to register, click here.

Pre-Bronze/Bronze Samba

Let’s have some Summer fun with the Samba! In this four week course of one hour classes Wednesday evenings July 9th to 30th, Wanda will cover Pre-Bronze & Bronze level syllabus figures in this vibrant Latin dance. Appropriate for students who have completed an Intermediate course as well as any one with previous experience who may want a review. Here’s an opportunity to learn and continue developing the style and technique of this fun and invigorating dance! Let the music move you! Immediately following the class is a practice session from 7:30 – 9 pm. For more info and to register, click here.

Intro to Ballroom

This is where it all begins! In this introductory series the basics in six popular social dances will be taught Saturday mornings, July 12, 19 & 26. The dances include Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Rumba, Cha Cha and Jive. The emphasis is on having fun, dancing as a couple and discovering no, you don’t have two left feet! Join us for a session of fun, fitness and socializing in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Conveniently immediately following the class is a practice session from 12:30 – 2 pm. For more info and to register, click here.