Sliding movements
Flowing, swinging movements - almost like dancing on clouds
Dancing the slow waltz
Float gently across the dance floor
Romantic atmosphere
Gentle music, close dance posture - ideal for festive moments & special occasions
Classic elegance
Timeless and stylish thanks to clear technology and smooth movements
Experience the Slow Waltz
The Slow Waltz, also known as the "English Waltz", is a ballroom dance that emerged from the Viennese Waltz in the 20th century. It is danced in 3/4 time and is significantly slower, more emotional, and more elegant. With its flowing steps, soft movements, and romantic atmosphere, it is one of the most popular dances for weddings, galas, and classical dance evenings.
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Experience the slow waltz
The Slow Waltz - also known as the "English Waltz" - is a standard dance that emerged from the Viennese Waltz in the 20th century. It is danced in 3/4 time and is significantly slower, more emotional and more elegant. Its flowing steps, soft swings and romantic atmosphere make it one of the most popular dances for weddings, galas and classical dance evenings.
What does the slow waltz sound like?
The music has a clear 3/4 time signature with a gentle, swinging character. Typical instruments are strings, piano and orchestral arrangements. The rhythm follows an accentuated "one - two - three", in which the first beat is particularly emphasised. The music has a melancholic, romantic or dreamy feel - you often hear classical or modern ballads in waltz tempo.
Experience music to the slow waltz
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Dance steps to the slow waltz
The dance consists of even, swinging movements with turning figures and lift and fall technique ("Rise and Fall"). Figures such as the Chassé, the Natural Turn or the Closed Change are typical. The dance couples move fluidly across the dance floor, almost as if floating.
The Slow Waltz is very suitable for dancers with little dance experience - clear structure, slow tempo: the ideal introduction to ballroom dancing.
The Slow Waltz is very suitable for dancers with little dance experience - clear structure, slow tempo: the ideal introduction to ballroom dancing.
The Slow Waltz is perfect for you if you...
- love classical music and elegant movements
- are looking for a romantic dance for festive occasions
- like to dance fluently and calmly
- want to experience harmony on the floor with a steady partner
- are looking for an ideal introduction to standard dances
- want to be able to rely on the beat - without rushing
FAQ about learning the Slow Waltz
Here you will find answers to the most important questions about learning the Slow Waltz.
- The Slow Waltz is ideal for those interested in dancing with little prior experience, as the steps are slow and easy to follow. The regular 3/4 time helps you get started, and the clear structure ensures quick success. At the same time, the dance also offers plenty of room for advanced dancers to work on technique, expression, and more complex figures, such as the elegant rise and fall technique or harmonious turns across the dance floor.
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