At ActiLingua you do not merely learn about
Viennese culture, but also put it into practise! A visit to
Vienna is incomplete without having tried the Viennese
waltz. The Viennese waltz has its origins in the 18th century
with the advent of a bourgeois society. The intricate patterns
of aristocratic dances were superseded by a more intimate
form of dancing with a couple embracing each other and moving
jointly over the dance floor. Quite a scandal in its time!
Our dancing teacher Michi shows dancing fans how to glide
to three-four time. Especially during the ball season in January
and February it is a good idea to familiarize yourself with
the waltz in order to be able to keep up with the others,
for instance at the famous Opera Ball!
The waltz has absorbed and refined many elements of Austrian
folk dances. We will also dance a “Polka”, a highly
rhythmic dance, which is a lot of fun.
ActiLingua not only gives you the chance to dance to classical
music, such as the waltz. Our monthly welcome
parties are also upbeat, with disco music provided by our
DJ Mario. Students have the opportunity to get to know each
other over a glass of wine or beer, accompanied by good music.
LECTURES
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