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How to Teach a Child to Waltz

Wednesday, December 12, 2007
Related Tags: waltz | child | ballroom | 1-2-3 | dance
 

Instructions

  • Step 1:
    Do a little research on the history of the waltz. Remember the children are inquisitive and will be more interested the more information you have about the waltz.
  • Step 2:
    Show the child, depending on age appropriateness, a film that showcases this waltz style. Many Disney movies have a waltz scene between 2 main characters, like in the "Beauty and The Beast." Show the child how fun twirling around on a ballroom floor can be to peak interest.
  • Step 3:
    Watch other individuals perform the waltz. Go to a ballroom dancing school with your partner or a friend and watch the waltz performed by others. Then take a few basic lessons on the steps so you can be familiarized before teaching the child.
  • Step 4:
    Sit down with the child and pick a song that you will learn to waltz to with her. Let her have a large part of the decision making of the song, and remember that many songs will work as a waltz as long as it is in 3/4 time.
  • Step 5:
    Teach the child to count the waltz counts (1-2-3, 1-2-3), since it will help him ingrain the rhythm. Ensure that the child understands the rise and fall technique that is unique to the waltz.

Tips & Warnings

  • Invite some of the child's friends over and give them a waltz theme party. Play waltz music and encourage them to dress up in Ballroom dance clothing.
  • Take the child with you to a ballroom dancing class so they can see other people perform the dance.

Resources


How to Teach a Child to Waltz Provided by eHow.com
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