Corta Jaca Dance Ballroom & Latin Dance Classes in Oceanside Qualicum Bay Vancouver Island BC

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Learning the language of dance, one syllable at a time

Welcome to the dance floor!

As an IDTA Fellow in both Standard Ballroom and Latin American dancing, as well as an examiner and championship adjudicator with DanceSport BC, I love to use my professional background to help dancers improve here on Vancouver Island.

I write these articles to offer practical tips, technical advice, and thought-provoking insights for dancers of all levels—from absolute beginners to advanced competitors.

Each piece focuses on a single concept, giving you a fresh perspective to take to the dance floor.

Whether you want to deepen your understanding of movement, sharpen your technique, or identify and break through stubborn habits and flaws—even the ones you never knew you had—you will find something to elevate your dancing.

Have a specific topic you would like to see covered? Reach out and let me know—I would love to hear your suggestions.

Cuban Motion - Hip Movement in Latin Dancing

29 August 2026

What is Hip Movement? Isn’t Latin dancing all about the hips? Not exactly. One of the

How to Build a Ballroom Frame - & How to Maintain It

22 August 2026

When a Strong Frame Becomes Too Much to Hold Most dancers are told to “keep a

Beginning the Dance - Opening the Conversation

15 August 2026

Before You Take a Step Start the conversation with your posture, your balance, your frame, and

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Website last updated August 29th 2026