A Weekend of Viennese Waltz

Join us on our Glastonbury Dance Break from 7th-9th March 2025, with the focus on the Viennese Waltz.

Dates: March 7th – 9th 2025
Location: The Wessex Hotel, Street

Get ready to step into a world of grace and glamour at our Viennese Waltz Glastonbury Dance Weekend! Hosted at The Wessex Hotel, this unforgettable event promises a perfect blend of dance and socialising, from Friday 7th to 9th March 2025.

Dance the Night Away with the Viennese Waltz

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of the Viennese Waltz during our themed weekend. Our highlight event is the Saturday night ‘Viennese Ball,’ where you can showcase your waltzing prowess in a beautiful ballroom.

What’s Included?

Your ticket to this magical weekend includes:

• Accommodation: Enjoy a comfortable stay at The Wessex Hotel with a choice of 15 double rooms, 15 twin rooms, and 10 solo rooms.
• Meals: Delight in delicious dining with dinner, bed, and breakfast included.
• Welcome Drinks: Start your weekend with a warm welcome and a refreshing drink.
• Tea and Coffee: Stay refreshed during our engaging workshops with complimentary tea and coffee.
• Dance Workshops: Participate in expert-led dance workshops designed to elevate your skills and confidence on the dance floor.
• Evening Dancing: Each evening we have a social dance featuring a variety of Ballroom and Latin American dancing, along with some sequence by request.

Enhance Your Technique

For those eager to refine their skills, we offer an exclusive ‘Improve Your Technique’ workshop on Saturday afternoon at 4:45 pm. This optional workshop is available for a £9 supplement and is a perfect opportunity to polish your technique before the grand ball.

Pricing and Availability

The entire weekend is priced at £225 per person (based on two sharing a room). We currently have:

• 7 Double Rooms Remaining
• 10 Twin Rooms Remaining
• Solo Rooms SOLD OUT

To ensure you secure your spot, book and pay in full before November 30th and enjoy a £15 per person discount. Alternatively you can pay a non-refundable £50 deposit to confirm your booking, with the remaining balance due by January 31 2025. For bookings made after November 30th, full payment is required at the time of booking.

Don’t miss out on this elegant escape. Book your place now and join us for a weekend of dance, delight, and sophistication!

How to Book our Viennese Waltz Dance Break

To reserve your room you can use the booking options below (to reserve a place for a partner visit our full booking system). For more information, contact us.

Embrace the magic of the Viennese Waltz and create memories to cherish forever at the Glastonbury Dance Weekend!

Make sure to secure your room and enjoy a £15 per person discount by booking before November 30th. We look forward to dancing with you!

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Your Vienna Dance Break 2025 Journey Begins

Depart from London Heathrow, with possible regional flights available upon request, and dive into the comforts of a well-planned trip including flights, transfers, and a luxurious 3-night stay at the 4-star Hotel Kaiserhof Wien. Known for its splendid decor and prime location, the hotel promises a comfortable and stylish base from which to explore the grandeur of Vienna.

A Night of Glamour at the Johann Strauss Ball

The highlight of your stay will be the prestigious Johann Strauss Ball at the Kursalon Wien on Saturday, 15th February. Dressed in your finest, you’ll enjoy a Gold Package ticket, starting your evening with a sumptuous gala dinner. As the night unfolds, the ballroom doors open to a spectacle of beauty and tradition, led by debutantes from a local dance school.

Dance the Night Away on our Vienna Dance Break 2025

Immerse yourself in the sounds of a live orchestra playing iconic Viennese waltzes and polkas, along with a mix of waltz and tango music. Every half hour, the mood shifts as a band takes over, offering a variety of ballroom and Latin American dances. Throughout the evening, enjoy varied entertainment including live singers and dance performances. Don’t miss the mass Quadrille at midnight—a playful yet chaotic dance that is sure to be a highlight of the night. The ball extends until the early hours of 4am, but feel free to retire whenever you wish. Upon departure, ladies will receive a charming gift, a testament to a night well spent. Our Vienna Dance Break 2025 promises to be an unforgettable experience!

Explore at Your Leisure

With no fixed excursions planned, you have the freedom to discover Vienna’s rich history and culture at your own pace. Optionally, join a group dance lesson if there’s enough interest, or book other excursions through our travel agent to enrich your experience.

Tailored for Solo Dancers

Solo followers need not worry about finding a dance partner for the evening. It’s common for solo followers to share the cost of hiring a dance leader, making the experience accessible and enjoyable for everyone.

Booking and Costs

The total package is priced at £1,300 per person, covering flights and accommodation, with an expected additional cost of around £200 per person for the ball ticket. A 25% deposit is required upon booking, with the balance due 90 days before the break. Please note, ball ticket prices will be confirmed by June/July 2024 and must be paid in full at that time. A single person supplement of £265 applies.

Reserve Your Spot on our Vienna Dance Break 2025

Don’t miss this chance to experience one of Vienna’s most celebrated events. To book your Vienna dance break, contact our travel agent Mark Pollard at 01628 675111 or via email at mark@wherewouldyouratherbe.co.uk. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 0930 – 1700.

Prepare yourself for a weekend filled with dance, culture, and unforgettable memories. We look forward to welcoming you to Vienna in 2025!

Please let us know if you have any questions about the break, or contact the travel agent for specific booking enquiries.

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It’s always great to see the effort our students go to and it really helps lift the festivities in the evening.

You can see photos from our 2023 Bournemouth Dance Break below. Don’t forget our 2024 Quickstep & Jive dance weekend in Bournemouth is available to book now. This year’s theme will be ‘Guys and Molls’.

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Join us in Bournemouth: A Dance Weekend Break of Quickstep & Jive to Remember

Are you ready to whisk your partner away and glide across the dance floor to the lively beats of Quickstep and Jive? This October, we’re inviting dance enthusiasts of all skill levels to join us for an unforgettable weekend break of dance, relaxation, and fun at the Queen’s Hotel & Spa in Bournemouth. From the 4th to the 6th of October 2024, immerse yourself in a world where the glamour of “Guys & Molls” comes alive, and the rhythm of dance fills the air.

A Weekend Designed for Dance Lovers

Nestled in the heart of Bournemouth, the Queen’s Hotel & Spa offers the perfect setting for our Quickstep & Jive dance break weekend. Whether you’re looking to polish your dance skills or simply enjoy a weekend away filled with music and movement, our program is tailored to provide an exhilarating experience for everyone.

Step into the Spotlight

Our focus for the Bournemouth weekend break will be on two dynamic dances: the Quickstep and Jive. These sessions are designed to cater to dancers of all levels, ensuring that everyone can join in the fun and learn something new. Our experienced instructors will guide you through each step, from the basics to more advanced techniques, in a friendly and supportive environment.

To get the most out of this weekend though, we do recommend that attendees have experience of the dances being taught.

A Night to Remember: “Guys & Molls” Theme Party

Saturday night promises to be the highlight of the weekend, with our themed “Guys & Molls” dance party. Dress to impress in your finest 20s and 30s attire and get ready to dance the night away in style. It’s the perfect opportunity to showcase your new moves and mingle with fellow dance enthusiasts.

An All-Inclusive Experience on our Bournemouth Quickstep & Jive Dance Break

Your ticket to the Bournemouth Quickstep & Jive Dance Break includes not only the dance workshops! Also included are a range of amenities to make your stay truly special:

• Dinner, Bed, and Breakfast:
  • Enjoy delicious meals prepared by the hotel’s chefs, ensuring you have the energy to keep dancing all weekend long.
• Welcome Drinks:
  • Start the weekend off right with welcome drinks, allowing you to unwind and get to know your fellow dancers.
• Tea and Coffee During Workshops:
  • Stay refreshed and ready to learn with complimentary tea and coffee available in the workshop breaks.
• Access to Leisure Facilities:
  • Take advantage of the hotel’s leisure facilities, including the swimming pool, to relax and rejuvenate after a day of dancing.
• Discounted Spa Treatments:
  • Treat yourself to a spa treatment at a discounted rate, the perfect way to soothe those dancing muscles.

Exclusive Offers and Limited Availability

The Dance Weekend is priced at £315pp (based on two sharing a room), offering exceptional value for a packed weekend. Room upgrades are available for those seeking an extra touch of luxury. Supreme Double upgrades are £20 per person and Junior Suite upgrades are £40 per person. Solo travelers are also welcome, with a £70 single person supplement for solo rooms.

Only 1 Supreme Double upgrade remains, all other room options (including solo) are fully booked. Book your spot now to ensure you don’t miss out on this incredible weekend. We are liaising with the hotel as to whether there is further availability, however we would likely only request 2 more rooms due to the numbers currently booked.

Early Booking Discount

Book and pay in full by 30th April to receive a £15 per person discount. Alternatively, secure your booking with a £50 deposit, with the balance payable by 30th June. Please note that any bookings made after 30th June will require payment in full at the time of booking.

To book a space for another person please visit our Full Booking System. Alternatively you can book using the below option.

Don’t Miss Out on our Bournemouth Quickstep & Jive Dance Break

The Bournemouth Dance Break is already 30% booked, so don’t wait to secure your spot for this unforgettable dance experience. Join us for a weekend filled with dance, laughter, and memories that will last a lifetime. We can’t wait to see you there!

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Provisionally we are looking at returning to the Johann Strauss Ball. We anticipate the ball taking place on Saturday 15th February 2025. The break would potentially take place from Thursday 13th to Sunday 16th February staying at a 4* or equivalent hotel.

The ball tickets include a Gala Dinner & Drinks, along with entertainment through the evening.

This is a very popular break and we are excited to be able to finally reintroduce it to our schedule.

Full details will be released as soon as available (flights can’t be booked more than 11 months before a trip). However we hope to be able to have a ballpark figure in the next few weeks. Just for now maybe pencil it in your diaries!

Feel free to drop us an email, or use the comment form below, to express your interest in attending.

Previous Vienna Ball Dance Weekend Pictures

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Are you ready to sway, spin, and cha-cha your way into a weekend of dance, laughter, and incredible memories? We invite you to join us at The Wessex Hotel in the charming town of Street, near Glastonbury, for a spectacular dance weekend from Friday 8th March to Sunday 10th March 2024. Prepare to be enchanted by the rhythm of the Cha Cha Cha, with a touch of timeless Ballroom and Latin American dancing in the evenings.

Discover the Joy of Dance

Our dance weekend is designed for enthusiasts of all levels, from beginners eager to take their first steps on the dance floor to seasoned dancers looking to refine their skills. At the heart of our event is a unique 2-hour workshop, where participants will embark on a dance journey starting from a simple sequence that gradually challenges their abilities. The best part? You can pause and practice whenever you wish, ensuring that every dancer can learn at their own pace.

What’s Included on our Cha Cha Dance Weekend?

Price: £215 per person (based on 2 sharing a room, but we have a limited number of solo rooms available)

Included:

• Accommodation: Comfortable stay for 2 nights, allowing you to unwind after a day of dancing.
• Meals: Indulge in a 2-course dinner each evening, ensuring your evenings are as delightful as your days. Breakfast on Saturday and Sunday will fuel you for the day’s adventures.
• Workshops: Engage in invigorating dance workshops on Saturday and Sunday morning, led by expert instructors passionate about helping you improve your dance skills.
• Special Technique Class: Enhance your Cha Cha Cha prowess with our ‘Improve Your Cha Cha’ technique class on Saturday afternoon (available at a supplementary cost of £9pp).
• Themed Evening: Get ready for a night of glitz and glamour with our ‘Bollywood’ themed dance extravaganza on Saturday night.

Past Bollywood Theme

Wondered what people have worn in the past? Here’s some pics from our last Bollywood theme from our 2014 Bournemouth Dance Weekend.

Booking Details

To secure your spot, a non-refundable deposit of £50 per person is required by 30th November. Act fast to enjoy an additional £15 off per person by booking and paying in full by 30th November. The balance will be due on 31st January 2024. Booking deadline is Friday 2nd February 2024.

Single Room Bookers: If you prefer your own space, we have 10 7 4 3 all single rooms available without a supplement are now booked. Please note that single room availability is limited, so be sure to choose this option during booking. If you cannot see the single room option please contact us before booking to confirm availability.

We only have 1 double room remaining, the rest are twins. All double rooms are currently fully booked (though we have requested more). We do have twin rooms still available. We have managed to secure additional double rooms!

Join Us for a Weekend of Dance and Delight

This dance weekend promises more than just dance steps; it’s an experience that will leave you with cherished memories and new friendships. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Cha Cha Cha, surrounded by passionate dancers and expert guidance.

Don’t miss this chance to enrich your dance skills, and dance the night away in a vibrant, themed atmosphere. Secure your spot now, and let the rhythm of the Cha Cha guide you to a weekend filled with music, laughter, and unforgettable moments.

Book our Cha Cha Dance Weekend

Book your Cha Cha Cha Dance Weekend experience at The Wessex Hotel today and let the magic of dance transform your weekend into an extraordinary adventure!

If you wish to reserve a space for another person, please use our full booking system.

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The Hotel

In 2019 we moved our dance break to a new home, the Marsham Court Hotel, after we fell in love with the Plantation Suite:

What we loved about the Plantation Suite was the ability to have our entire weekend in our own private room. From breakfast in the morning through all our workshops, evening dinner and social dances, the suite is ours exclusively.

Marsham Court is also perfectly placed near the seafront with easy access to the beach and promenade.

What’s the plan for our 2023 Bournemouth Dance Weekend?

All our dance breaks are dinner, bed and breakfast and include two nights of social dancing and two mornings of workshops. This year’s workshops will be looking at Waltz and Salsa.

A rough breakdown of the weekend is as follows:

• Friday
  • 7pm – Welcome drinks reception
  • 7.30pm – Dinner
  • 9pm – Music for Dancing
• Saturday
  • 10.30am – Waltz Workshop
  • 11.30am – Salsa Workshop
  • 4.15pm – Fun Afternoon Workshop (£8.50 supplement)
  • 6.30pm – Dinner
  • 8.30pm – Music for Dancing
• Sunday
  • 10.30am – Recap workshop

Our dance breaks always feature a theme to the Saturday night, and this year the theme is ‘Masquerade Ball‘. Whilst it’s not compulsory to dress up for the occasion it’s always more fun if you do. Our themes can be interpretated in whatever way you like.

The very first Waltz & Salsa Bournemouth Dance Weekend we ran back in 2011 had a masquerade ball theme, and we actually managed to find a couple of photos!

2023 Bournemouth Dance Weekend Booking Details

The Waltz & Salsa break starts from £250 per person. We have a small number of single rooms without supplement, as well as upgrades for balcony and sea view rooms.

Options:

• Singles
  • £250 first 4 bookings no supplement (fully booked!)
  • £280 including supplements
• Sharing
  • £250 per person standard room
  • £270 per person balcony room
  • £275 per person sea view and balcony room

You can save £15 per person if you book and pay in full before 30th April 2023. If you wish to pay in installments then a £50pp non-refundable deposit is required by 30th June, with the balance payable by 31st August.

The below booking search will allow you to book for just yourself if you are paying in full. If you want to reserve a space for someone else, or pay in installments, you’ll need to use the Full Booking System or contact us.

About Learn To Dance

Learn To Dance is a Ballroom and Latin American Dance School based in Burnham, Buckinghamshire.

As well as our regular dance classes, private lessons and workshops we also host a variety of dance events and holidays each year.

You can check out our website, or follow us online, at:

Website: learndance.co.uk
Youtube: youtube.com/learndance
Facebook: facebook.com/learndance
Instagram: instagram.com/learndance
Twitter: twitter.com/learndance

We look forward to welcoming you all on our Waltz & Salsa 2023 Bournemouth Dance Weekend.

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Our Quickstep dance weekend break will take place at The Wessex Hotel near Glastonbury from 10th-12th March 2023. 

On this popular annual dance weekend we focus on a single dance in our workshops, including an optional technique class.

There will be a 2 hour Quickstep workshop on the Saturday morning of the dance weekend that starts with a simple sequence. We then build up so it gets progressively harder and students can stop if they feel they have reached their limit, and just practice what they’ve learnt up to that point.

On the Sunday morning we have a recap workshop to help solidify what you have learnt. Sometimes we may even throw in some bonus moves too!

Both nights of the break will feature a mixture of Ballroom and Latin American dancing, along with select sequence dances.

The Quickstep dance weekend (2 nights) costs £185 per person and this includes dinner, bed and breakfast.

All prices are based on 2 sharing a room. There is a £50 single room supplement (although we have 3 rooms without supplement available) but we have extremely limited solo spaces.

The Quickstep dance weekend will include:

• check in from 3pm on the Friday
• 3 course meal each evening
• breakfast on Saturday and Sunday
• Quickstep dance workshop on the Saturday and Sunday mornings
• ‘Improve your Quickstep’ technique class Saturday afternoon (£5 supplement)
• ‘Charleston’ theme on the Saturday night

See previous Quickstep/Charleston themed outfits

On our Bournemouth dance weekend back in October 2013 we had a ‘Guys and Molls’ themed evening and you can see the outfits students wore below.

Book the Quickstep dance weekend break

The dance break costs £185 per person with a £50 per person non-refundable deposit required by 30^th November.  You can save £15 per person if you book and pay in full by 30^th November, balance payable 31^st January 2023.

Payments can be made via cash, cheque, or BACS to 30-97-73 23264368, or via the events section of our website.

If you want to book a place for more than one person on the Quickstep dance weekend you will need to use the Full Booking System.

Alternatively you can reserve a space for yourself using the booking option below:

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We will again be visiting The Wessex Hotel in Street and look forward to dancing in their wonderful ballroom. It’s definitely the highlight of the Glastonbury dance weekend (though some would argue the Clark’s Shopping Village on the doorstep is a close second).

Next year’s Glastonbury dance break weekend will concentrate on Jive.  We run a single 2 hour workshop that starts with a simple sequence that gets progressively harder and students can stop if they feel they have reached their limit and just practice what they’ve learnt up to that point.

The weekend (2 nights) costs £175 per person and this includes dinner, bed and breakfast.

All prices are based on 2 sharing a room. £40 single room supplement (ALL OUR INITIAL ALLOCATION OF SINGLE ROOMS ARE FULLY BOOKED. PLEASE CONTACT US IF YOU’RE INTERESTED AND WE CAN ENQUIRE ABOUT FURTHER AVAILABILITY WITH THE HOTEL).

What happens on the dance break?

The Jive dance weekend will include:

• check in from 3pm
• 3 course meal each evening followed by Ballroom & Latin American dancing.
• breakfast on Saturday and Sunday
• Jive dance workshop on the Saturday and Sunday mornings
• ‘Improve your Jive’ technique class Saturday afternoon (£5 supplement)
• ‘Rock & Roll’ theme on the Saturday night

We did have a Rock & Roll theme on one of our recent Bournemouth dance weekends and you can see the sort of outfits people went for below:

Book our Glastonbury Jive Dance Weekend Break

The Jive dance weekend break costs £175 per person with a £50 per person non-refundable deposit required by 30^th November.  You can save £15 per person if you book and pay in full by 30^th November, balance payable 31^st January 2022.

Payments can be made via cash, cheque, or BACS to 30-97-73 23264368. Alternatively you can use the booking option below (NOTE: to reserve a space for someone else please click here):

Places are selling fast so if you want to join us for our Jive dance weekend don’t delay, book today!

See detail of our other social events and dance holidays on our events page.

Check out some of our past Glastonbury Dance Breaks

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Anton & Erin join on Days 4 & 5 to provide a Q&A, a dance showcase in the beautiful Vienna Arsenal, and an onboard masterclass.

There are a number of included excursions as well as an unlimited drinks package and €100 per cabin onboard credit. Flights are included in the Dance Down The Danube price.

Prices start from £2,045pp and single occupancy supplements apply. This price includes an £800pp group discount.

We have a limited allocation of cabins reserved and you can book by contacting Laura Tenish on 0808 115 3270 or by emailing laura.tenish@scenic.co.uk and quoting ‘Learn To Dance Group’.

Dance Down The Danube Itinerary

8-Day Dance Down the Danube with Anton & Erin
Budapest to Passau Departing 14th April 2022

Day 1 Thu 14th April, Budapest

Fly to Budapest and transfer to the contemporary surrounds of your Star-Ship for a traditional Hungarian dinner followed by an on board folklore performance.

Meals Included: Dinner

Day 2 Fri 15th April, Budapest

Embark on a coach tour through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city centre filled with architectural wonders from across the ages. Active group members may instead choose to hike to Buda Hill.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 Sat 16th April, Bratislava

The romantic cobblestone lanes are yours to explore with your local guide, including the Slovak National Theatre and a range of Gothic and Art Nouveau buildings. Alternatively, embark on a guided hike to Bratislava Castle.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 Sun 17th April, Vienna

Discover the wonders of Vienna before welcoming dancing duo, Anton and Erin on board for an exclusive talk and Q+A session. Tonight, see Anton and Erin perform an exclusive, one-off showcase at the beautiful and historic Vienna Arsenal.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 Mon 18th April, Dürnstein – Melk

Inspired from last night’s performance, you’ll have the chance to learn from Anton and Erin as they give a private and interactive ballroom masterclass. You’ll also have the chance to explore Melk.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 Tue 19th April, Linz – Ceský Krumlov

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed centre of Ceský Krumlov, a town built around a 13th-century castle.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7 Wed 20th April, Passau

Join a local guide for a tour of Passau and witness its distinctive historic buildings, including the Baroque St. Stephen’s Cathedral and the Altes Rathaus, or Town Hall.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8 Thu 21st April, Passau

After breakfast, disembark your Star-Ship for your transfer to the airport, taking ultimate dance down the Danube memories with you.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Reasons To Book

Exclusive Dance Showcase
Anton and Erin will perform in wonderful Vienna, the home of the Viennese waltz. You will also join the stars for a cocktail reception and photo opportunity.

Learn From The Experts
Anton and Erin will teach you the intricacies of the famous Viennese Waltz and their other favourite dance genres. There will also be a Q&A session.

Award-Winning Star-Ship
Your stylish Star-Ship has a panoramic sundeck, fitness and wellness area and an indoor pool with retractable roof which transforms into a cinema.

Tailor Your Trip
Choose from a selection of included EmeraldPLUS and EmeraldACTIVE experiences or explore independently with your group. Our on board Activity Manager will also host activities such as dance lessons, yoga, aqua aerobics and more.

About Learn To Dance

Learn To Dance is a Ballroom and Latin American Dance School based in Burnham, Buckinghamshire.

We normally run a wide variety of social events and dance holidays throughout the year and you can check out our events page for more information.

You can check out our website, or follow us online, at:

Website: learndance.co.uk
Youtube: youtube.com/learndance
Facebook: facebook.com/learndance
Instagram: instagram.com/learndance
Twitter: twitter.com/learndance

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