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!
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:
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
Last class of the session for Level 2. With the gorgeous weather today, only a few dancers made it in — but we still had such a lovely finish to our six months together. This group has been a joy to teach.”
Electric Slide - Alt Music - Lucky to Me - The Blue Shadows
Somebody Sway Twice
Today we worked on two new dances, Chosin’ Texas and Somebody Sway, and the group handled both really well. The atmosphere was friendly and relaxed, and it felt like everyone was enjoying the challenge without any pressure. Hard to believe we only have one more class before the summer session — the weeks have flown by.
Same steps, same beat, shared joy.
This is what we did:
Choosin' Texas Twice
Somebody Sway Twice - see video and teach
Borrow My Boots Twice
Level 2 was really on top of everything today. Even the dances that felt challenging before came together so smoothly — such great progress. Well done, everyone. It was a joy to watch you dance.
Until next week.
This is what we did:
Country As Can Be in a circle
Star Ring Waltz - Alt Music - Waltzing - Kate Friesen
We had such a fun class today. The dancers were moving beautifully, and the energy in the room was great. I introduced the Monterey Turn, and we finally got over that tricky weight shift — a real win for the group.
We also had a lot of laughs dancing Country As Can Be in a circle. It was light, happy, and full of smiles. A really good day for this class.
Until next week.
This is what we did:
Country As Can Be in a circle
Star Ring Waltz - Alt Music - Waltzing - Kate Friesen - twice
We learned some new dances today in Level 2. We started with Landmine, my new choreography, because I wanted to see what level it truly belongs in. It looks like it will settle at Beginner — the steps are simple enough, and the real challenge is the speed of the music. The song really rocks, so it was fun to try it with the group.
We had a few people returning to class today, so several of the dances were new to them. We took things slowly and worked through everything at a comfortable pace. It was steady, patient learning — exactly what this group does so well.
Until next week.
This is what we did:
Landmine
Dream Weavin' Alt Music - Down Under by Men at Work
No Boots Under my Bed at 90%
Star Ring Waltz - Alt Music - Waltzing - Kate Friesen at 90%
We had a smaller group today, but they were focused and hard‑working again. We learned two new dances, and both went smoothly. They reinforced the step combinations we’ve been practicing this session, so they fit nicely into our program.
Level 2 is progressing so well right now — it’s genuinely fun to watch the steps settle in and the confidence grow week by week.
We also went back to two of my own choreographies, and those are coming along steadily. It was a fun class with lots of smiles, which is always great to see.
See you on the dance floor.
This is what we did:
Dream Weavin' Alt Music - Down Under by Men at Work
Level 2 worked really hard today, and to their credit, they stayed with it. We started by bringing back Take Me Home, a dance that many of you found challenging back in Level 1. Today, it was easy — and it was wonderful to see how clearly your progress showed. You’ve come a long way!
We then reviewed Dream Weaving to Down Under, and that went very well, especially for those seeing it for the second time. Nicely done.
After that, I introduced my new choreography, No Boots Under My Bed, along with the scissor step. For a first run‑through, I think we did well enough, and I really appreciated how determined everyone was to stick with it. It was a solid workout, and you showed great perseverance.
We finished with Star Ring Waltz, which was also new to some of you. Slowing the music down helped the steps settle in, and we’ll keep building confidence with that one over the next few weeks.
Looking forward to dancing again on all of these dances together next time.
This is what we did:
Dream Weavin' Alt Music - Down Under by Men at Work
Level 2 was buzzing today. We introduced the weave, the drag, and a brand‑new waltz — and this group handled it all beautifully. We were dancing full speed ahead on every routine, and the progress shows week after week. Such a fun afternoon with this crew.
This is what we did:
Dream Weavin' Alt Music Pride and Joy - Scooter LeeA Little Bit of Mambo Alt Music - Despacito - Justin Bieber and Luis Fonsi
Our Level 2 group had a lively and focused afternoon of dancing. We started with a new quick‑learn warm‑up, “I Sold My Soul,” which was an easy one for this group — a light, fun break alongside the more challenging material we’ve been working on.
We continued building on our current dances, and the class moved through everything with great concentration and flow. Juliet joined us for this class also, and she mentioned how well the group danced — a lovely compliment and very well deserved.
A strong session with great teamwork and steady progress all around.
This is what we did:
A Little Bit of Mambo Alt Music - Mambo #5 Lou Bega
Our Level 2 dancers had a great session today. We introduced “A Little Mambo”, and it was a hit — especially dancing it to Mambo #5! We also reviewed Going Blonde and Borrow My Boots, and it was amazing to see how smoothly those dances flowed after adding our new mambo steps. Everything is really starting to come together, and the group is settling beautifully into these new routines.
Looking forward to next week — the progress is showing, and the energy is fantastic. Let’s keep dancing!
This is what we did:
Electric Slide - Alt Music - Lucky to Me - The Blue Shadows
A Little Bit of Mambo Alt Music - Mambo # 5 - Lou Bega
Today in Level 2 we introduced two new beginner dances that include the shuffle, mambo and the coaster step. It was a nice step up for the group, and everyone worked well putting familiar steps together. A really positive session with good focus and energy.
This is what we did:
Electric Slide - Alt Music - Lucky to Me - The Blue Shadows
A Bar Song at 95%
I love dancing with this Level 2 group — they’re up for anything I throw at them. Today we polished A Bar Song and introduced the Hoedown. It was definitely a challenge, but no one gave up and the whole room rose to it. Next week brings a brand‑new dance, and I can’t wait to teach it to them.
This is what we did:
Electric Slide - Alt Music - Lucky to Me - The Blue Shadows
LLH Shuffle - Vente Pa Ca - Ricky Martin
Hoedown at 90%
A Bar Song at 95%
Daddy's hand Modified - Alt Mus: Ashes By Now - Lee Ann Womack
Rita's Waltz - Alt Music - The Lonely Waltz - The Mavericks
We welcomed three new participants to our Level 2 group today, and they jumped right in with a great attitude. So... we took our time and worked through everything together. We’ll keep building these dances over the next few weeks until they feel comfortable for everyone. Let’s keep going as a team!
This is what we did:
Electric Slide - Alt Music - Don't Expect a Reply - The Blue Shadows
Daddy's hand Modified - Alt Mus: Ashes By Now - Lee Ann Womack
A Bar Song at 93%
Rita's Waltz - Alt Music - The Lonely Waltz - The Mavericks
Welcome back to my Level 2 students — it was great to see so many of you continuing on from Level 1. We covered a lot of ground in one session and everyone kept up beautifully. We introduced the coaster step, the shuffle, the lindy, the rumba, and even threw in a couple of tags — and the whole group followed extremely well. Such a great class. I’m excited to be dancing with you all. See you next week!
This is what we did:
Electric Slide - Alt Music - Don't Expect a Reply - The Blue Shadows
Daddy's hand Modified - Alt Mus: Ashes By Now - Lee Ann Womack
A Bar Song at 93%
Rita's Waltz - Alt Music - The Lonely Waltz - The Mavericks