Wedding Dance Courses
Put the finishing touches on your first dance – in three sessions, you will learn the most important dances for any wedding.
Course starts: March to June
Duration: 3 sessions over 3 weeks
Ball Express Courses
In our Ball Express Courses, you will learn the most important and most frequently danced styles at Vienna’s balls in just three sessions – for even greater enjoyment on the dance floor!
Three evenings over three weeks, 60 minutes each
Ball Express Course plus: 3 evenings in one week, 120 minutes each
Course starts from November 2026 to February 2027
Next start: 4 November 2026
EUR 220,- per couple
Ball Express Course plus: EUR 240,- per couple
All classes are taught in German
However, our staff are always available to provide support in English
Registration and course dates
Outside Vienna school holidays, you can register in person at Elmayer every day from 3 pm to 8 pm. We are also happy to take your registration by phone or email.
| Session 1 | Session 2 | Session 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course A (Wednesdays at 9 pm) |
4 November 2026 | 11 November 2026 | 18 November 2026 |
| Course B (Wednesdays at 9 pm) |
25 November 2026 | 2 December 2026 | 9 December 2026 |
| Course C (Wednesdays at 9 pm) |
16 December 2026 | 13 January 2027 | 20 January 2027 |
| Course D (Wednesdays at 9 pm) |
20 January 2027 | 27 January 2027 | 3 February 2027 |
| Course E (Mondays at 9 pm) |
11 January 2027 | 18 January 2027 | 25 January 2027 |
| Course F (Thursdays at 9 pm) |
14 January 2027 | 21 January 2027 | 28 January 2027 |
Ball Express Course plus
The Ball Express Course plus takes place during the Vienna semester break within one week and lasts 120 minutes per session. It also includes the Quadrille, which is a popular audience dance at many Viennese balls.
| Session 1 | Session 2 | Session 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ball Express Course plus | 1 February 2027, 6:30 pm | 2 February 2027, 6:30 pm | 4 February 2027, 6:30 pm |
Course programme
Course programme
Ball Express Course: Viennese Waltz, Slow Waltz, Foxtrot (Quickstep), Boogie Woogie, Cha Cha Cha and Polka.
Ball Express Course plus: In addition to the regular course programme, you will also learn the much-loved Fledermaus Quadrille!
Dress code
Dress code
We want you to feel just as comfortable with us as everyone else. We therefore ask you to wear elegant casual attire (for gentlemen, e.g. suit trousers and a shirt – no jacket or tie required; for ladies, e.g. a dress, skirt or tailored trousers with a blouse) that allows easy movement and turning. Please no jeans or T-shirts.
Ball package
Ball package
Book a Ball Express Course or the Ball Express Course plus at the same time as a private lesson and receive a discount of EUR 15,- on the total price.
»Where better to learn the Waltz and Quadrille than at Elmayer?«
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More courses
Couples
Discover the dances of the World Dance Programme together and enjoy unforgettable evenings as a couple.
Course starts: October, January and April
Duration: 10 weeks each, progressive courses
Private Lessons
Treat yourself to the most exclusive dancing experience—a private lesson with your personal teacher, tailored entirely to your goals and needs.
Appointment: flexible by arrangement
Duration: 50 minutes