Varsovienne
Gliding 3/4 partner dance — 'Put Your Little Foot' is its famous American folk variant. Originated in Paris/Warsaw · 1850s. Typically danced around 100-130 BPM (medium).
About Varsovienne
- Folk & Traditional
- Paris/Warsaw
- 1850s
- 100-130 BPM (Medium)
- Partner
- Approachable
Gliding 3/4 partner dance; 'put your little foot' is a well-known American variant; combines mazurka and polka elements.
What to expect: Found at folk dance events and square dance gatherings, particularly in the US Southwest. The 'Put Your Little Foot' variant is widely known. Easy and graceful to learn.
Lineage
Roots
Where to find Varsovienne events
We don't have verified varsovienne events on the calendar right now. Check the full event feed for related styles, or submit one if you organize.
Going for the first time
Folk and traditional dance nights vary widely — Scandinavian, English country, square dance, contra. Most are caller-led so you're walked through every figure in real time. No partner needed; the format rotates everyone through the set.
Listen for the caller. Thank your partner and the band. If live music is playing, applaud between tunes.