Ottawa Line Dancing with Sylvie - Friendly line dancing classes for adults 50+, offered at the Carleton Heights Community Centre (Level 1 and Level 2) and the Diane Dean/Greenboro Community Centre(starting September). No partner needed. Line dancing is an easy, enjoyable way to stay active while improving balance, coordination, focus, and memory — all to great music. The steps are simple, the pace is relaxed, and the atmosphere is welcoming. Let's Dance!
I definitely challenged my Level 2 class today with four new dances, including my new Spin Around Waltz — and they danced it so well. I honestly wish I had a video of them doing it, because the flow and confidence were beautiful to watch.
It was a lot of fun exploring these new dances together, and the group learned everything with focus, energy, and great teamwork. A solid hour of dancing and a really rewarding class.
This is what we did:
Today was a solid learning day for my Level One class. We covered a lot of new material: dealing with holds, introducing the step‑lock‑step combination, cross rock, the turning K‑step, the Charleston, and the rumba box. That’s a big list for beginners, and it was really nice to see how well everyone handled each new element.
The progress — and especially the confidence — is really starting to show in your dancing. You’re moving with intention, picking things up faster, and trusting your bodies more each week.
Well done, everyone!
This is what we did:
Electric Slide Alt Music - Don't Expect A Reply - The Blue Shadows
Country House Alt Music - I Can't Dance - Gram Parson
I’ve just finished a brand‑new improver line dance called High Valley Fools, set to Fools by High Valley, an energetic Canadian country band whose music always makes me smile. This one has a fun bounce, wizard steps, heel‑ball‑cross patterns, and a couple of easy turns that fit the rhythm perfectly.
You can watch a Demo Here: High Valley Fools Demo
I was so excited to pick up my new cowboy boots in Montreal yesterday. Here I am with the owner Johnny of Go West — such a great experience and a beautiful pair of boots.
This waltz was created to introduce basic waltz steps to my beginner class (Level 2), using slow, easy movement that lets new dancers settle comfortably into the rhythm. The music is by Canadian singer‑songwriter Norm Hacking, whose gentle tempo makes learning feel relaxed and enjoyable. The dance is 24 counts with a simple tag that repeats three times, giving students plenty of time to practice the flow of the waltz without feeling rushed. You can see a demo on u-tube here. Here is a link to the Walk-though
We will be learning it on Wednesday.
We had an easy‑going session in Level 2 where I introduced a new dance, and we ran through it twice. We also spent time working on the restarts and got everyone moving together on the same page. It turned into a really fun hour filled with smiles and laughter — fun, fun, fun.
This is what we did:
Do Ya Love Me? Twice
This week in Level 1 we introduced the V‑step, the jazz box with a ¼ turn, hip bumps, and a fun cross‑point combination. Everyone slipped into the groove so naturally. I saw a noticeable step forward from the whole group, and we spent a lovely hour together dancing.
This is what we did:
Electric Slide Alt Music - Lucky to Me - The Blue Shadows
Fun For All Alt music Country Girl - Brinsley Schwarz
In Level 2 this week we had a blast dancing Jive All Night and Ophelia. Love Potion 666 is officially in the bag, and we’re ready to move forward with a brand‑new dance next week. It was so much fun dancing with you all — can’t wait to see you again next week on the dance floor.
This is what we did:
Today in Level One we learned a few new steps, including the Jazz Box, the K‑Step, the Scuff and the Pivot/Paddle Turn. We also reviewed the Rocking Chair and learned the Electric Slide. Everyone seemed in great spirits, and the atmosphere was very agreeable. See you next week on the dance floor.
This is what we did:
Electric Slide Alt Music - Lucky to Me - The Blue Shadows
Quitter's Groove
Fly Like A Bird Twice
We have a wonderful group in Level 2. On our very first day together, we learned five new dances, and everyone stayed sharp, focused, and completely on top of things. I was genuinely impressed by how quickly you picked up the patterns and how smoothly you moved through each section. The energy in the room was steady, musical, and connected — it was absolutely enchanting to dance with you all. I’m already looking forward to next week.
Here’s what we did— feel free to check the dances out ahead of class.
Love Potion 666