Waltz Dance Classes

The elegant, sweeping movement of the Waltz gives dancers a chance to practice balance & to move with ease.

Waltz history

Considered the mother of present day dances, the Waltz began in southern German in the 17th century. The popularity of the Waltz grew with the music of Johann Strauss and eventually blossomed in the 20th century. It's the basis for many dances and is popular today all over the world.

Waltz music

The Waltz is written in 3/4 time and has a slow to medium tempo with the musical accent occurring on the first beat of each measure. The basic count for Waltz is 1, 2, 3. Faster tempo Waltz is called Viennese Waltz.

Waltz characteristics

The basic components of Waltz are walking steps and side steps. Rise and fall and body sway are some of the styling characteristics which make the simplest Waltz patterns elegant and beautiful

Watch the Waltz!

Arthur Murray students dance the Waltz at the Australasian Dance-O-Rama 2019.