Polish Oberek Dance Steps

Presented by Matt & Elaine Bonowitz

Oberek dancing is one of five national Polish dances. Learn how to dance the oberek with expert dancing tips in this free dance lesson video series.

Series Summary

Oberek is one of the five national dances of Poland, which was most popular in the 19th century. It is often performed by Polish folk dance ensembles and is one of the most vivacious and energetic Polish dances. Typically, oberek dancing is done by couples to instrumental music in triple meter, and is mainly rotational movements. Dancers spin and twirl around the room in rhythms similar to mazurka dances.

In this free video series, our experts will show you how to dance the oberek. If Polish dancing interests you, oberek dancing is one dance you should definitely check out for your dance lesson. You will learn the closed position, promenade position and cuddle position for oberek dancing, as well as waltzing dance steps, counter clockwise turn steps and side by side dance steps. You will also learn how to do a variety of under arm turns and spins, and push return dance moves. Polish oberek dancing is great for learning fun dance steps and incorporating the rich history of Poland. Learn more in this free series of dance lesson videos.

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History of Polish Oberek Dancing

Oberek dancing is one of the five national Polish dances. Learn more about the history of oberek dances in this free dance lesson video.

Oberek Dancing Footwork

Footwork is essential in all types of dancing, so learn Polish oberek dance footwork with expert tips in this free dance lesson video.

Counter Clockwise Oberek Dance Steps

Counter clockwise dance steps are important for the twirling oberek dance of Poland. Learn how to dance counter clockwise in this free dance lesson video.

Oberek Dancing Cuddle Position

The cuddle position is quite popular in Polish oberek dancing. Learn how to do the cuddle position in this free dance lesson video.

Oberek Waltzing Dance Steps

Waltzing dance steps play an important role in Polish oberek dancing. Learn how to do waltzing steps in this free dance lesson video.

Oberek Dance Closed Position

The closed dance position is one Polish oberek dancing position that is used frequently. Learn how to do the closed position in this free dance lesson video.

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