E&R BALLROOM DANCE

Offering professional group and private ballroom dance instruction throughout Sidney, Saanich, Victoria, Oak Bay, Westshore, Sooke and the Cowichan Valley.

Looking for a fun and social activity that enhances your physical, mental and emotional well-being? Look no further, ballroom dancing is the answer. Music and dancing positively affect our sense of well-being, learning ability, cognitive function, and quality of life. Combine them together in the art of ballroom dancing, in a safe, fun and social setting, and you have a winner! It’s the ideal activity for couples to enjoy together, and a great way to meet and make new friends.

With almost 30 years experience, and one of the most highly qualified instructors in BC, you will be in good hands with E & R Ballroom Dance.

Upcoming mini courses

are starting soon! Explore popular dance styles such as Swing, Cha Cha, Rhumba, Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango and more. Five week mini-courses are a very economical way to get started on your ballroom dance journey, plus they are a fun activity for you and a friend, family member, or significant other to enjoy together in a safe and social setting. To see what is scheduled, please click here

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Practice sessions

are offered on Tuesday and Friday evenings on a weekly basis, and on Saturday evenings on a monthly basis. Attending practices is a great way to keep your dancing skills fresh, plus they are a fun social evening out with your ballroom dance friends. Both venues are very spacious with smooth hardwood floors. As we don’t charge a membership fee, there is a small charge to cover costs. Single drop-ins are available, as well as packages, which never expire (and are non-refundable). Packages are interchangeable between Tuesday and Friday evenings, but Saturday evenings are separate. Payment can be made by e-transfer to: liz@eandrballroomdance.com or at the door (cash only & exact change is appreciated). Here are all the details:

Tuesday and Friday evenings, 7:30 – 8:45
Keating Elementary gym, 6843 Central Saanich Rd.
$7 pp single drop-in or $60 for a package of 10

Saturday evening, October 12th, 7:15 – 8:45
The Hub at Cowichan Station, 2375 Koksilah Rd.
$8 pp single drop-in or $70 for a package of 10

Private Lessons

are available and there are two studio locations to choose from…either Shawnigan Lake or Prospect Lake in Saanich. Private lessons are a very efficient way for you to focus on exactly what is important to you, whether that be increasing your repertoire with the addition of new figures, or working on your basic dance technique to improve the overall qualify of your dancing. Perhaps you are keen to aim for a medal test, or even thinking about venturing onto the competition floor for the first time! For more information, or to make a booking, please send an e-mail to: liz@eandrballroomdance.com

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Wedding day dance and special event preparation

Do you have a wedding approaching, or perhaps you are planning a cruise or some other type of social event which will involve music for dancing

The Wedding Reception traditionally includes a solo dance for the newly married couple. This aspect of your special day deserves as much attention to detail as the ceremony, attire and banquet, yet is often overlooked with the result that the newly married couple simply do the uninspiring “high school prom night hug & sway”. We do a great deal of wedding dance preparation and would be pleased to assist you. We can choreograph a beautiful routine to your chosen piece of music so that you will feel confident approaching the dance floor and your presentation will be polished and memorable.

If you have a cruise or other special event approaching which will include music for dancing, wouldn’t it be so much more fun to be able to participate yourselves, rather than sit on the sidelines and watch others? One does not need to know very many complicated figures in order to have a very enjoyable time dancing with your partner. A few easy basics, combined with good leading and following technique is all that is required.

Plus, your new-found ballroom dance skills will lay the foundation for an activity that you can enjoy together for the rest of your lives. Send an e-mail to: liz@eandrballroomdance.com to get in touch and get started on your ballroom dance journey today!

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