Final Classes, Workshops & Summer Dancing Opportunities

VBDS Summer Dancing

Final Classes, Workshops & Summer Dancing Opportunities

With our regular classes and review series now well underway, VBDS still has several wonderful opportunities to keep dancing before the summer break. Whether you’re continuing your ballroom journey, trying dancing for the very first time, or simply looking for a welcoming community activity, we’d love to see you on the dance floor.

Final Newcomer Review with Victor
📅 Starts June 12 • 3 Weeks • Members Only

Our final Newcomer Review series of the season covers Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Rumba, Cha Cha, and Jive. This review class is perfect for dancers who have completed Intro to Ballroom and/or any Newcomer levels and want additional practice, confidence, and consistency before the summer break.

Summer Workshops — Open to Members & Non-Members

Looking for something fun, social, and low-pressure this summer? Our workshop series is open to everyone and offers a great opportunity to stay dancing, learn something new, and meet other dancers.

Part 2 Night Club Waltz / Slow Dancing with John
📅 Starts May 24 • 3 Weeks

Perfect for weddings, parties, and social dancing. Suitable for everyone who is currently enrolled in Part 1 or has prior Slow Dancing experience.

Quickstep & Samba Workshop with Wanda
📅 Starts June 14 • 4 Weeks

A fun and energetic workshop exploring the lively character, rhythm, and movement of Quickstep and Samba. Suited for intermediate dancers and a great opportunity to review for Pre-Bronze and above.

Last Intro to Ballroom Before Summer — Everybody Welcome!
📅 Starts June 13 • 4 Weeks • Everyone Welcome

Our final Intro to Ballroom workshop before the summer break is a welcoming 4-week introduction to ballroom dancing with Wanda. No partner or previous experience required.

VBDS is a volunteer-run non-profit society and we truly rely on our members and community to help spread the word. If you know someone who has always wanted to try ballroom dancing, please invite them to join us!

Open House Social Practice
📅 Saturday • Free Merengue Workshop at 12:45 PM

Join us for our Open House Social Practice — a regular practice with extra emphasis on the social side of dancing, meeting new people, and enjoying time on the dance floor together.

Everyone is welcome, including friends, family, and brand-new dancers. No partner required.

Before the practice begins, Wanda will teach a free Merengue workshop at 12:45 PM. Come dance, socialize, and help us celebrate one final open house before the summer break.

Open House Details

Coming This Summer ☀️

VBDS will once again be participating in Dancing in the Square in downtown Victoria with free Tuesday evening workshops throughout the summer. More details, schedules, and dance styles will be announced soon — stay tuned!

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We hope to see you dancing with us this summer! 💃🕺

Night Club Waltz – Slow Dance

VBDS Spring Workshop

Slow Waltz with John — A Beautiful Introduction to Dancing

Curious about ballroom dancing but not quite sure where to start? This welcoming Slow Waltz workshop with John is designed especially for people who want to ease into the ballroom world in a relaxed, supportive, and low-pressure environment.

Whether you’re coming with a partner, exploring dance together for the first time, or simply looking for a graceful and enjoyable way to connect through movement, Slow Waltz is one of the most timeless and approachable ballroom dances to learn.

What to expect
  • simple and elegant foundational Slow Waltz figures
  • guidance on movement, posture, timing, and connection
  • a calm and inclusive learning environment
  • an experience designed to help couples feel comfortable dancing together
  • plenty of encouragement, practice, and room to learn at your own pace

Slow Waltz is often the dance people picture when they think of classic ballroom — smooth, flowing, romantic, and surprisingly relaxing once you settle into the music. It’s a wonderful starting point for anyone looking to build confidence on the dance floor.

New to VBDS?

You can create a free VBDS account before registering for workshops – no paid membership required. Only our syllabus classes require a paid membership.

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Workshop Details
Slow Waltz with John

A welcoming workshop suitable for everyone.

No experience required.

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We hope to see you on the dance floor soon.

Intermediate Classes Are Back

VBDS Intermediate Series

Ready for the Next Step After Newcomer?

If you’ve completed Newcomer — or have about six to twelve months of ballroom experience and you’re not quite ready for Pre-Bronze — Intermediate may be exactly the right fit.

Intermediate is designed for dancers who already know the basics of all six dances:
Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Rumba, Cha Cha, and Jive. It gives you more time to build confidence, improve technique, and make everything feel more comfortable and connected on the floor.

A great fit if you:
  • have completed Newcomer or danced for about 6 months
  • are comfortable with the basics but want more practice and refinement
  • want to strengthen technique and connection before moving into Pre-Bronze
  • are looking for a supportive next step that keeps your momentum going

Two Great Options This Spring

We’re offering two Intermediate classes, so you can choose the option that works best for your schedule and learning style.

Thursdays
Intermediate with Victor

Thursdays at Centennial United Church, start April 2nd, classes run from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

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Saturdays
Intermediate with Wanda

Saturdays at Cedar Hill Rec Centre, starts April 25th, classes run from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

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Extra practice bonus

Anyone enrolled in an Intermediate class may join any Newcomer class at a 50% discount.
That means extra floor time, more repetition, and more chances to strengthen the fundamentals that make everything else easier. Please email to classes@vbds.org to find out how it works.

Intermediate is where dancing often starts to feel smoother, more natural, and more enjoyable. If you’re not quite ready for Pre-Bronze yet, that’s completely okay — this level is here to help you bridge that gap with confidence.

We’d love to see you keep going.