Spin Around Waltz - A new choreography to teach Beginner Level 2 Basic Waltz Steps

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.

Carleton Heights Community Centre Level 2 - July 29th Line-up

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

Jive All Night

Ophelia

Somebody Sway 

Cowboi Boogie

Carleton Heights Community Centre Level 1 - July 29th Line-up

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

Fly Like A Bird

Ah Si!

Houdini

That Honky Tonk Highway 

Fun For All Alt music Country Girl - Brinsley Schwarz 

Carleton Heights Community Center Level 2 - July 22 Line-up

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:

Love Potion 666

Jive All Night

Ophelia

Somebody Sway 

Cowboi Boogie

S.B.S. (Shuffle Boogie Soul)

Carleton Heights Community Center Level 1 - July 22 Line-up

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

That Honky Tonk Highway 

Fun For All

Carleton Heights Community Centre Level 2 - July 15th

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.

Rockin The Wagon Wheel

Somebody Sway 

Cowboi Boogie

S.B.S. (Shuffle Boogie Soul)

Love Potion 666 

Carleton Heights Community Centre Summer 2026 - Level 1 Line-up July 15th

Great first day with our new Level One group. We started completely from scratch and learned four dances, plus a bit of Fly Like a Bird before the fire alarm sent us outside. Once we were out there, we figured—why not dance? So we reviewed Quitter’s Groove without music, and the footwork was suddenly much easier the second time. Good work, everyone. Until next week.

Here’s what we did — feel free to check the dances out ahead of class.

EZ to Remember

Fun For All

Quitter's Groove Twice

Say Goodbye

My New Choreography - Somebody Sway June 2026

Somebody Sway is a little beginner (2 walls, 2 restarts) choreography I created for my dancers this summer. We worked on it together in a fun, relaxed atmosphere, and I’m happy to share it here. A gentle, joyful moment of group dancing. And here is a link to a u-tube teach video

Somebody Sway est une petite chorégraphie que j’ai créée pour mes danseurs cet été. Nous l’avons travaillée ensemble dans une ambiance joyeuse et décontractée, et je suis heureuse de la partager ici. Un beau moment de danse en groupe, tout en douceur et en plaisir.

Line Dancing Classes - 6-Week Summer Sessions Level 2 - Carleton Heights CC Still Has Room - Come and Dance With Us

 

Rideau Park United Church Last Session June 26th Line-Up

A lovely final afternoon before summer with my Rideau Park group. Most of these dancers began as absolute beginners in January and have grown into joyful, confident movers. They can now continue in Level 1 for the pleasure of dancing or step into Level 2 if they’re ready for a new challenge.

**Keep dancing — it looks good on you.**

This is what we did:

Quitter's Groove

Gin and Tonic

I Can Dance Dance

Somebody Sway  Twice

A Bar Song

Lying To My Heart

Electric Slide - Alt Music - Don't Expect A Reply - The Blue Shadows