Men's Basic Waltz Step

Series Summary

Beautiful Dresses. Sparkling Champagne. A full Orchestra. These are just some of the thoughts that come to mind when dancing the historic Waltz. Born out of Austria in the seventeenth century, this dance has gained notable attention as a dance of prestige and beauty. Quite a few variations have evolved throughout the world, but the basic waltz must have a musical beat of ¾. Despite its international attention, this dance was once denounced by the Church as sinful and vulgar. However, much to your relief, this angelic dance will inspire no condemnation in today's era. Instead, enjoy the praise of others as you learn to glide gracefully across the floor with your partner.

In this expert video series, Sarolta Eke and Tamas Kassai show you how to dance the popular Waltz. With their instruction, you will learn basic waltzing steps and proper holding techniques. Also, learn more advanced moves like the whisk, progressive walk, and cross hesitation. The underarm waltzing turn is one of the most beautiful waltzing dance steps offered in this series. So, waltz right into our free dance lessons today!

Video Transcript

"Hello I am Sarolta Eke. We are here on behalf of Expert Village. We are going to show you how to dance waltz. The first step, the basic step for the man. Tomas is going to show you how to step the basic step. One, two, three; two, two, three; three, two, three; four, two, three. The foot positions for this step would be right foot forward, left to side, close right foot to left foot. Left foot back right foot to side close left foot to right foot. The foot technique of this step: right foot forward on heel, and then up on toes. Left foot to side on toes and when you close, close both feet and then go down on heels. Left foot back on toe heel then up on your toes close the foot on your toes then down on heels. The rise and fall of the step: right foot forward begin to rise at end of one, then continue to rise on two continue to rise on three and at the end of three go down. Then on one, down, then begin to rise on two continue to rise on three then go down. One, two, three; two, two, three; three, two, three; four, two, three. One, two, three; two, two, three; three, two, three; four, two, three. "