Line Dancing Ottawa, Ontario for adults and adults 50+, offered at the Carleton Heights (Levels 1 & 2) and Diane Deans/Greenboro Community Centres. 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. Follow my Facebook Page "Line Dancing with Sylvie"
Line Dancing with Sylvie
Saturday, April 11, 2026
Friday, April 10, 2026
Borrow My Boots Choreography and link to video
For my students:
Borrow My Boots Walkthrough Copperknob
Choreographer: Sylvie Parisien Music: Borrow My Boots — Tami Neilson Level: High Beginner 4 walls – 32 counts – 2 Restarts
Section 1 – Lindy Right and Left (8 counts)
1&2 Shuffle right (RLR) 3–4 Rock back L, recover R 5&6 Shuffle left (LRL) 7–8 Rock back R, recover L
Section 2 – R Shuffle, L Shuffle, Step ½ Turn, R Shuffle (8 counts)
1&2 Right shuffle forward (RLR) 3&4 Left shuffle forward (LRL) 5–6 Step R forward, turn ½ left (weight on L) (6:00) 7&8 Right shuffle forward (RLR)
Section 3 – Side Rock, Cross Shuffle, Side Rock ¼ Turn, R Shuffle (8 counts)
1–2 Rock L to left side, recover R 3&4 Cross shuffle L over R (L–R–L) 5–6 Rock R to right side, turn ¼ left recovering onto L 7&8 Right shuffle forward (RLR)
Section 4 – L Mambo, R Coaster, 4 Paddle ¼ Turns (8 counts)
1&2 Left mambo forward (L forward, recover R, step L beside R) 3&4 Right coaster step (R back, L together, R forward) 5–6–7–8 Four paddle ¼ turns right using L foot (Full turn total: wall 1 ends facing 3:00, wall 2 ends facing 6:00, etc.)
Note: Switch weight to L on the final paddle to begin again with the R Lindy.
Restarts (after 8 counts / end of Section 1)
After the Lindy Right and Lindy Left:
Restart on Wall 5 facing 12:00 → this becomes Wall 6
Restart on Wall 7 facing 3:00 → this becomes Wall 8
Monday, March 9, 2026
Follow Me on my New Facebook Page - Line Dancing with Sylvie
Hello everyone,
I’ve created a new Facebook Page where I’ll be posting updates, tips, videos, and items of interest for our line dancing community.
You can follow the page here:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61586244975496
I hope you’ll join me there so you don’t miss any of the fun or upcoming news.
See you on the dance floor,
Sylvie
Sunday, February 8, 2026
North Gower Winter Carnival - February 7th
Last night’s group in North Gower was brand‑new to line dancing, but they were so keen and full of energy. Teaching those three dances to a packed floor of smiling newcomers was genuinely heart‑warming.
Say Goodbye Alt Music What a Crying Shame - The Mavericks
Fun For All Alt Music Crash and Burn - Thomas Rhett
Variation on Fireball
Section 1 and 2 1-16 Walk R, L , R with a Hitch and back L, R, L with a Touch (twice)
Section 3 1-8 Step Touches (4)
Section 4 1-8 Walk on the spot turning 1/4 turn to the right
Note We modified it as we danced to 4 walks and 4 sways
Friday, January 2, 2026
Diane Deans/Greenboro CC - Level 1 Adults 18+ September 17th Line-up
Welcome to line dancing! Here is what we did: Electric Slide - Alt Music - There She Goes - The La's Quitter's Groove Wings To Fl...
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Hi everyone, This fall, we are introducing Line Dancing classes at the Diane Deans/Greenboro Community Centre. Classes start on Thursday Se...
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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 co...



