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How Dancing Provides a Lifetime of Improved Stability

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How Dancing Provides a Lifetime of Improved Stability

How Dancing Provides a Lifetime of Improved Stability

By George PytlikGeneralNo Comments

Stability is perhaps the primary physical quality helping you remain active and mobile well into old age. Here’s how dancing contributes to improved stability.

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March 14, 2025
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learn to dance Intermediate Jive

Video Program: Intermediate Jive

By George PytlikDances, Latin, MemberNo Comments

George and Wendy Pytlik of Delta Dance take you through 11 popular figures at the Intermediate level in Jive.

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February 28, 2025
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video workshop - three types of movement in ballroom dancing

Video: The Three Types of Movement in Dance

By George PytlikDances, TechniqueNo Comments

In this short 9-minute video, George illustrates the three types of movement in dance that ballroom dancers should be familiar with.

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February 14, 2025
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video workshop - Zig Zag Back Lock, Running Finish

Video Workshop: Quickstep Zig Zag Back Lock Running Finish

By George PytlikBallroom, Dances, Member, WorkshopNo Comments

In this 38-minute workshop, we take a detailed look at the Zig Zag, Back Lock and Running Finish, a Bronze figure found in the addendum of the ISTD technique book.

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February 13, 2025
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video workshop - Waltz tipsy to right, impetus, open natural

Video Workshop: Waltz Tipsy to Right, Impetus & Side Lock group

By George PytlikBallroom, Dances, Member, WorkshopNo Comments

This video workshop presents a simple and elegant Waltz grouping that fills the long side of a typical ballroom floor. Includes Tipsy to Right and Side Lock.

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February 7, 2025
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video program - learn to dance Silver Paso Doble

Video Program: Silver Paso Doble

By George PytlikDances, Latin, MemberNo Comments

George and Wendy Pytlik of Delta Dance take you through a Silver skill level routine for Paso Doble, choreographed to the music of Spanish Gypsy Dance.

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January 17, 2025
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The secret ingredient for longevity

The Secret Ingredient for Longevity

By George PytlikGeneralNo Comments

Peter Attia, recognized as the world’s leading expert on healthspan and longevity, defines the key ingredients for a long and healthy life.

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January 2, 2025
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Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell

Why confidence is the key to success in life

By George PytlikGeneralNo Comments

A recent study of some 1,500 people proved that success is directly related to confidence and a positive attitude. A television dance show brings that to life.

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December 16, 2024
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video workshop - waltz leg and body timing

Video Workshop: Waltz Leg and Body Timing

By George PytlikBallroom, Dances, Member, WorkshopNo Comments

This 45-minute workshop gets down to the basics of the Waltz, looking at detailed leg timing, weight transfer and body action.

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December 13, 2024
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video workshop - waltz turning lock to right

Video Workshop: Waltz Turning Lock to the Right

By George PytlikBallroom, Dances, Member, WorkshopNo Comments

This 30-minute video workshop covers a beautiful Gold Waltz figure called the Turning Lock to the Right.

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December 5, 2024
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Christmas music for dancers

Christmas music you can dance to: your guide to holiday dance music

By George PytlikFeatured, Music5 Comments

At this time of year, the air is filled with holiday music. But it can be hard to know which tunes are danceable. Here’s a handy guide to Christmas dance music.

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November 22, 2024
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Video Workshop - Cha Cha Cross Basic and Time Step variations

Video Workshop: Cha Cha Cross Basic and Time Step variations

By George PytlikDances, Latin, Member, WorkshopNo Comments

An intermediate group class video workshop covering two basic figures in Cha Cha, with variations to transform them into sophisticated choreography.

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November 6, 2024
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Video Workshop: Bota Fogo in Samba

Video Workshop: Bota Fogo in Samba

By George PytlikDances, Latin, Member, WorkshopNo Comments

An intermediate group class video workshop covering proper technique for the Bota Fogo figure in Samba.

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October 17, 2024
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Video Program: Intermediate Tango

Video Program: Intermediate Tango

By George PytlikBallroom, Dances, MemberNo Comments

Learn to dance Intermediate Tango. George and Wendy take you through a 2-hour video class covering the International Tango.

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October 2, 2024
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Video Workshop: Slow Foxtrot Top Spin, Reverse Wave, Outside Swivel group

Video Workshop: Slow Foxtrot Top Spin, Reverse Wave, Outside Swivel group

By George PytlikBallroom, Dances, Member, WorkshopNo Comments

Half-hour Slow Foxtrot group class workshop covering a beautiful Silver-level group of figures that can fill the long wall.

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September 13, 2024
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Video Workshop: Slow Foxtrot Reverse Pivot, Change of Direction, Open Telemark group

Video Workshop: Slow Foxtrot Reverse Pivot, Change of Direction, Open Telemark group

By George PytlikBallroom, Dances, Member, WorkshopNo Comments

Half-hour Slow Foxtrot group class workshop covering a beautiful yet fairly simple routine that can fill the long wall.

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September 4, 2024
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Josh Froc, life coach

Community Hub: Meet Josh Froc

By George PytlikCommunityNo Comments

Meet Josh Froc, a life coach passionate about helping people discover barriers to success so that they can reach their full potential.

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August 23, 2024
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Video Workshop: Waltz Oversway and Rudolph Ronde group

Video Workshop: Waltz Oversway and Rudolph Ronde group

By George PytlikBallroom, Dances, Member, WorkshopNo Comments

This 30-minute video workshop covers a grouping of Waltz figures that can enhance your dancing through interesting choreography.

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August 22, 2024
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Cameron David

Community Hub: Meet Cameron David

By George PytlikCommunityNo Comments

Meet Cameron David, the personal trainer who helps George and Wendy stay in shape.

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August 16, 2024
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Don't Take Yes for an Answer

Don’t take Yes for an answer

By George PytlikGeneralNo Comments

Our culture, in an effort to build self-esteem, has become afraid to tell people the truth about performance. Here’s why that matters.

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July 26, 2024
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Video Workshop: Cha Cha Hockey Stick variations

Video Workshop: Cha Cha Hockey Stick variations

By George PytlikDances, Latin, Member, WorkshopNo Comments

An intermediate group class video workshop featuring two interesting variations to the Hockey Stick. In the first one, the lead performs a spiral and in the second, the follow starts with a side chasse and then a spiral.

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July 26, 2024
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Are you walking wrong?

Are you walking wrong?

By George PytlikGeneralNo Comments

A sports scientist who is an expert on walking says that everyone walks wrong. Here’s what she say we can improve.

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July 4, 2024
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Study finds that dance is best treatment for depression

Study finds dance strong treatment for depression

By George PytlikGeneralNo Comments

A recent study found that exercise, and particularly dance, had a significant positive impact on treatment of depression.

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June 13, 2024
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Video Workshop: Waltz Solo Core Exercises

Video Workshop: Waltz Solo Core Exercises

By George PytlikBallroom, Dances, Member, Technique, WorkshopNo Comments

This 45-minute video workshop goes through a series of simple but powerful exercises to help you develop a natural and technically correct use of swing for dances such as the Waltz.

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June 7, 2024
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Blue Angels

How training is the secret sauce for success

By George PytlikGeneral, TrainingNo Comments

The new IMAX file The Blue Angels is a great look at how much structured practice and training is necessary to achieve greatness.

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May 31, 2024
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How Classical music changes the brain

Studies show how Classical music changes the brain

By George PytlikGeneralNo Comments

Studies have linked Classical music to improved brain function. Ballroom dancers are uniquely connected to these benefits.

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May 21, 2024
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Video Workshop: Entries to the Fishtail in Quickstep

Video Workshop: Entries to the Fishtail in Quickstep

By George PytlikBallroom, Dances, Member, Technique, WorkshopNo Comments

In this half-hour workshop, we look at several different entries to the Fishtail, giving you opportunities to make your Quickstep more interesting.

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May 20, 2024
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Video Workshop: Slow Foxtrot Bounce Fallaway and Curved Three Step

Video Workshop: Slow Foxtrot Bounce Fallaway and Curved Three Step

By George PytlikBallroom, Dances, Member, Technique, WorkshopNo Comments

In this half-hour workshop, we cover a series of Slow Foxtrot figures that include the Bounce Fallaway and Curved Three Step, along with others.

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May 16, 2024
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Video Lecture: Marat Gimeav on Character of Dances

By George PytlikBallroom, Member, Music, WorkshopNo Comments

Marat Gimaev gives an hour-long lecture on the musical characteristics of the different dances to help dancers express more effectively.

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April 26, 2024
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Video Lecture: Anna Mikhed on Ballroom Connection

By George PytlikBallroom, Member, Technique, WorkshopNo Comments

Anna Mikhed gives an hour-long lecture via Zoom on various issues related to connection in the ballroom dances.

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April 19, 2024
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Delta Dance exists to motivate, encourage and support ballroom dancing, primarily serving the communities of Delta, Surrey, Langley, New Westminster, Richmond and Burnaby. Ballroom dance group classes, private lessons and Wedding First Dance choreography and lessons. Classes are taught by professional dance instructors George and Wendy Pytlik, 7-time undefeated BC Senior Latin champions and ranked among Canada's top three competitive 10-Dance ballroom dance couples.

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Delta Dance was recognized by FeedSpot as one of Canada’s Top Dance Blogs, as well as being voted top three Best Dance Teachers in Richmond by Richmond News, and placing as the top ballroom dance teacher.

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8870 Scott Road, Surrey

KinVillage Community Centre
5430 10th Avenue, Tsawwassen

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5451 Minoru Blvd, Richmond

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