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Strictly - Introduction to Waltz
Step into the elegance of Ballroom with this welcoming Introduction to Waltz course, designed especially for adult beginners. Over the duration of the course, you’ll learn the fundamental Waltz rhythm, basic footwork patterns, and simple turns that allow you to glide confidently around the dance floor with a partner. Each session builds gradually, giving you time to practise, develop your technique, and enjoy the flow of this classic ballroom dance.
Whether you’re completely new to dancing or looking to refresh old skills, this course offers a relaxed, supportive environment where you can grow your confidence and experience the joy of moving to music together.
Prosp User 3
This course is ideal for complete beginners or those who have danced a little in the past and would like a refresher. No previous dance experience is required.
You should be comfortable with gentle physical activity and able to participate in light aerobic movement. Before starting any exercise programme, it’s advisable to seek guidance from a GP or health professional if you have any concerns, such as an existing health condition or injury.
If you feel that any health issues may affect your participation, please email the organising team with the course title and tutor name. Your message will be forwarded to the tutor, who may contact you before the first session if appropriate.
Prosp User 4
● Comfortable clothing that allows free movement
● A bottle of water
● Suitable footwear:
○ Lightweight day shoes or dance shoes
○ Avoid heavy boots, sandals, or shoes with very grippy soles
○ Heels should be no higher than 3 inches
Are there any additional costs?
There are no additional costs for this course. All teaching and music are provided.
Prosp User 5
Teaching will take place through:
● Demonstration and guided practice
● Step‑by‑step instruction
● Partner work with tutor support
● Repetition to build confidence and muscle memory
● Short recap sections each week
The atmosphere is relaxed, encouraging, and designed to help you enjoy learning at your own pace. By the end of the three weeks, you will be able to:
● Dance the basic Social Jive step with confidence
● Lead or follow simple turns and variations
● Maintain rhythm and timing with your partner
● Dance a short Social Jive routine suitable for social events
● Feel more confident dancing socially with others
Alongside dance‑specific skills, you will also develop transferable skills such as coordination, confidence, communication, and teamwork.
What could this course lead to? Learners may wish to progress to:
● Introduction to Social Foxtrot (3 weeks)
● Strictly Social Dance for Beginners (10 weeks)
Prosp User 6

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Alongside gaining course-specific skills, you will develop and showcase transferable skills that boost your confidence, employability, and ability to engage in further learning or volunteering.
Alongside gaining course-specific skills, you will develop and showcase transferable skills that boost your confidence, employability, and ability to engage in further learning or volunteering.
Employers highly value these transferable skills because they equip employees to excel beyond their basic job roles.
Employers highly value these transferable skills because they equip employees to excel beyond their basic job roles.
Prosp User 8

Learners who live in devolved authorities

Learners who live in devolved authorities
York Learning receives government funding which allows us to offer courses at a lower cost. The guidelines relating to devolution means that we cannot apply this funding to learners who live in devolved areas such as the West Yorkshire Combined Authority.
York Learning receives government funding which allows us to offer courses at a lower cost. The guidelines relating to devolution means that we cannot apply this funding to learners who live in devolved areas such as the West Yorkshire Combined Authority.
If you live outside of this area, we recommend that, before committing to a course with York Learning, you explore options to study the course in your local area.
If you live outside of this area, we recommend that, before committing to a course with York Learning, you explore options to study the course in your local area.
If you would prefer to continue your learning with York Learning please note that the price of the course could be double the advertised cost.
If you would prefer to continue your learning with York Learning please note that the price of the course could be double the advertised cost.
In this case, please contact us on 01904 554277 to complete your enrolment.
In this case, please contact us on 01904 554277 to complete your enrolment.

Learners under the age of 19

Learners under the age of 19
Please note that Adult Education funding is for individuals who are over the age of 19 on the 31st of August prior to the start date of their course.
Please note that Adult Education funding is for individuals who are over the age of 19 on the 31st of August prior to the start date of their course.
This means that there will be an additional cost for learners who are under 19 who wish to access funded courses.
This means that there will be an additional cost for learners who are under 19 who wish to access funded courses.
For safeguarding reasons, we cannot accept learners who are under 18 on courses except by prior arrangement. This does not apply to programmes which are designed for 16-18s.
For safeguarding reasons, we cannot accept learners who are under 18 on courses except by prior arrangement. This does not apply to programmes which are designed for 16-18s.
If you are under the age of 19, please contact us on 01904 554277 before booking.
If you are under the age of 19, please contact us on 01904 554277 before booking.
BT1/SR5
06/10/2026
20/10/2026
18:45 - 19:45
Tuesday
1.00 hrs per wk
3 weeks
Kayleigh Chambers
26.00
No fee reductions apply