Dance Classes For Adults

Our Spring 2024 schedule is up
Step in and dance out!

Latin and Ballroom classes will open you a wonderful world of dance! You will discover the cha-cha-cha, rumba, salsa, waltz, tango, jive, samba and many other dances appeared in Europe and Latin America at different times. In just few lessons, it will help you to acquire toned muscles and abs, slender legs, and a beautiful posture!

The emphasis is on the enjoyment of learning about dance in a safe and welcoming environment.

Upcoming Adult Dance Classes

Argentine Tango
Beginner level (couples only)

Wednesdays 6:00 PM
Start date will be announced soon
The Argentine tango is a venue for self-expression, a dance form that is an art. There’s no other dance that best describes romance and passion than the Argentine tango.
You will learn how to dance the Argentine tango socially with Ambassadors of the tango culture.
For those who already dance Argentine tango, this is a good opportunity to deepen on your Fundamentals and in the quality of your dancing.
Once a week. 8 weeks session. Note that you need a partner for this class.
$280/couple
Contact us to reserve your spot in the class.

Salsa, Bachata and Cha Cha
Level 3

Wednesdays 7:00 PM
Start date will be announced soon
This class is for students who have already learned the basic principles and are ready to work at a faster pace. Open to anyone with some basic dance experience.
Once a week. 8 weeks session.
Cost is $175/person or $280/couple. HST included.
Advanced registration is mandatory.
Contact us to reserve your spot in the class.

Salsa and Cha Cha Cha
Beginner level

Sundays 12:30 PM
Starts April 7
Perfect class for beginner students or for those who wish to review their basics. Two people are just learning how to move in unison without stepping on each other and not hurting each other while learning the basic steps of these Latin styles.
Once a week. 8 weeks session.
Solo students and couples are welcome.
Cost is $175/person or $280/couple. HST included.
Advanced registration is mandatory.
Contact us to reserve your spot in the class.

Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha Cha
Beginner level 2

Sundays 1:30 PM
Starts March 24
In this class we’ll add the dynamic, control, and style into more challenging turn patterns & shines.
Progressively, we’ll be adding more complex tools building up to a full pattern so you will be able to continue practicing and build muscle memory.
Once a week. 8 weeks session.
Solo students and couples are welcome.
Cost is $175/person or $280/couple. HST included.
Advanced registration is mandatory.
Contact us to reserve your spot in the class.

International Latin Technique
Intermediate and advanced levels – welcome to join us at any time

Mondays 8:15 PM – ongoing
Learn to add style, technique and confidence to your dancing and improve yourself as a dancer. This class will focus on improving your footwork, hip movement, arms styling, spinning and balance in travelling turns. This class is for the dancers who wish to learn advanced figures in Cha Cha, Rumba, Samba and Jive, and develop great skills and technique.
Once a week. Series of 4 weeks.
Single students and couples are welcome
Once a week. Series of 4 weeks
Cost $100 /person / HST included
Drop-in $25
Contact us to reserve your spot in the class

International Ballroom (International Standard)
Intermediate level – welcome to join us at any time

Wednesdays 6:00 PM – ongoing
International Ballroom class with Yuriy and Oksana Shelkovyy takes place every Wednesday. During this class, instructor concentrates on one dance during several weeks and work on its styling and technique.
Single students or couples are welcome.
Series of 4 weeks
Cost $100/person or $160/couple. HST included.
Drop-in $25
Contact us to reserve your spot in the class

Drop-In

$25/person

Private Lessons

Our one-on-one lessons give you a unique experience and the benefit of individual attention from an instructor. You choose the dance(s) you want to learn and we tailor the lessons to suit your needs and interests. Our teachers are well-versed in a wide variety of dances. Our private lessons are available most days and times. Please contact us to reserve your spot live or online.

Group Class Levels

  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced

Beginner Level

This dance class are for students with no or little previous dance experience who want to learn how to feel comfortable on the dance floor. Group ballroom dance lessons are a great and inexpensive way to get started on improving your dancing skills!

Intermediate Level

This class is for students who have already learned the basic principles and are ready to work at a faster pace. Open to anyone with a dance experience.

Advanced Level and Technique Classes

For students who have had at least one year or have had previous dance training — these classes are challenging and require good technical knowledge.

Packages of private lessons are available for your convenience

All our classes are taught by certified by Canadian Dancesport Federation and World Dance Council dance professionals with over 10 years teaching experience.

Learn more about our private lessons


Payment

Group Classes & Private lessons (HST included)


Dress Code

Dress code  – Men

  • Shirt with sleeves
  • No shorts
  • “Indoor” closed shoes with leather soles or dance shoes or light snickers (no running shoes)

Dress code – Ladies

  • Appropriate top
  • No shorts
  • “Indoor” shoes with leather soles with or without of small heel or dance shoes or light snickers (no running shoes)

Shoes

Outdoor shoes are not permitted. Please bring indoor-only or clean change shoes (indoor shoes) or dance shoes. Running shoes or rubber soled shoes are not recommended as they make learning to dance more difficult. Dance shoes are available to purchase at the studio. If you are interested in purchasing dance shoes , please contact us or speak to someone at the front desk. We have some dance shoes available for purchase at the studio.


Terms and conditions

Fees may be paid by cash, credit card, debit, or e-transfer to info@dancewithusottawa.com.
Payment for the session or series of classes is due at registration.
H.S.T. (13%) will be added to all course fees.
Credit is not given for missed lessons.
There are no refunds after classes begin, in the case of a provincial lock down classes will resume virtually – no credits or refunds will be provided.
You will receive a full refund for any course cancelled due to insufficient registration.

Registration policies

Classes are filled as registrations arrive. Class sizes are limited. Avoid disappointment by registering and paying for your classes today. Registration without payment does not guarantee a spot in your chosen class(es).

We will create a waiting list for a class that has filled but we cannot guarantee a place. If a spot becomes available, we will fill it with the first person on the waiting list. There is no guarantee a person on a waiting list will get a place.

Note: No Refunds are awarded after classes begin. Registration fees are non-refundable.