Fast, exhilarating, and breathtakingly beautiful — the original waltz that has captivated dancers since 18th century Vienna.
The Viennese waltz is the original waltz — the fast, exhilarating dance that swept through the ballrooms of 18th century Vienna and changed social dancing forever. Danced to a quick 3/4 time, the Viennese waltz features continuous rotation around the floor, creating a mesmerizing spectacle of sweeping gowns and flowing movement that has earned it the nickname "the Cinderella dance." It is stunning to watch and absolutely thrilling to perform.
What sets the Viennese waltz apart from its slower cousin is its speed, stamina, and precision. Every turn must be perfectly timed, every change of direction executed with split-second accuracy, and the connection between partners must be rock-solid to maintain the dance's signature continuous rotation. It requires real athleticism and technique, but the payoff is extraordinary — there is simply nothing in the ballroom world that matches the feeling of flying around the floor in a beautifully executed Viennese waltz.
At Arthur Murray on Central Ave in Montclair, our certified instructors build your Viennese waltz skills on a solid foundation of balance, posture, and rotational technique. Whether you are an experienced dancer looking to add this crown jewel to your repertoire, preparing for a show-stopping wedding first dance in La Verne, or dreaming of competing at events across California, our Montclair studio — just minutes from the I-10 in the heart of San Bernardino County — is where dancers from across the Inland Empire come to master this extraordinary dance.
Every instructor is professionally trained and certified in the Arthur Murray method, ensuring you get expert guidance tailored to your learning style.
Arthur Murray's proven teaching method has been refined over more than a century to get you dancing with confidence — fast.
Master the Viennese waltz alongside Waltz, Quickstep, Tango, and dozens more styles all under one roof.
Private lessons, group classes, and practice parties on a schedule that works for your life. Evenings and weekends available.
"Adrianne has been an absolute gem of an instructor. As a complete beginner, I was nervous, but she made every lesson enjoyable and I've improved more than I ever expected. Now I'm actually competing!"
Keith S. — Claremont
The Viennese waltz is an advanced dance, so most students benefit from first learning the slower waltz. With a foundation in place, you can feel comfortable with basic Viennese waltz turns after 6-10 private lessons at our Montclair, CA studio. The speed and continuous rotation make it a thrilling challenge that rewards dedication.
Not at all! Our certified instructors are your dance partners during private lessons. In group classes, we rotate partners so everyone gets to practice. Many of our solo students at our Central Ave studio have gone on to perform stunning Viennese waltz routines.
We offer an introductory private lesson for new students. Your personal program is customized to your goals, so pricing varies. Call us at (909) 920-3066 or fill out the form below for details.
No partner needed. No experience required. Just walk in and let our certified instructors guide you through your very first Viennese waltz lesson. It only takes one lesson to fall in love with dancing.
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