WALTZ

                  "The elegant sweeping movement of the Waltz gives dancers a chance to practice balance and to move lightly with ease."

                       History:

Considered the mother of present day dances, the Waltz began in southern Germany in  the seventeenth century. The popularity of the Waltz grew with the music of Johann Strauss and eventually blossomed in the 20th century. It is the basis for many dances and is popular today all over the world.

 

Characteristics:

The basic components of Waltz are walking steps and side steps. Rise and Fall and the Body Sway are some of the styling characteristics which make the simplest Waltz patterns elegant and beautiful.