Newsletter – Sep 4th 2012
Dear All,
The response to the idea of spending more than one lesson on one dance has proven to be so popular with the people in the Beginning Class, we are entertaining the notion that perhaps the people in the other classes might be interested in a similar approach. We will be polling the classes this week (since this seems to be the season for polls) to find out if , so if you are not able to make it on Wednesday or Thursday evening but would like to voice a preference, please e-mail us back and let us know whether or not the idea appeals to you. If that turns out that the consensus favors the idea, we would begin in October.
All other classes will be held as usual. We are at the Dance Hall in McCloud again this Saturday (9/8). As Autumn approaches, we near the time when we will be shutting her down for the cold season, so take advantage of the time we have left to dance in this treasure that is the McCloud Dance Hall.
See you on dance floor this week.
This week’s schedule:
THE WELLNESS CENTERS:
Tuesday, Sept. 4: FOXTROT Beginning Ballroom – 6:45 to 7:45 pm.
Mt. Shasta Wellness Center (633 Lassen Lane, Mt. Shasta)
Wednesday, Sept. 5: Basic Ballroom for Parkinson’s – Noon to 1:00 pm.
Mt. Shasta Wellness Center (633 Lassen Lane, Mt. Shasta):
Wednesday, Sept. 5: WALTZ Class – 6:45 to 7:45 pm.
School Hill Wellness Center in Weed (778 Davis St., Weed):
Thursday, Sept. 6: WALTZ Class – 6:45 to 7:45 pm.
Mt. Shasta Wellness Center (633 Lassen Lane, Mt. Shasta):
Newcomers always welcome!
You do not need to be a Wellness Center member to attend these classes.
Single class: $7.00/person.
Class Card (four classes or more): non-members: $20 for four classes ($5.00/class per person).
Wellness Center Members can get special discount: Buy a class card for $20.00 and get 8 classes (a value of $2.50 per class).
FORT JONES COMMUNITY CENTER
11960 East Street Fort Jones, CA
Scott Valley (15 min. from Yreka)
If you have any interest in taking private lessons, e-mail us here.
We are currently coming up on Fridays every other week or so, and will be happy to work you in. Or if another day would be better for you, let us know.
We will be in Fort Jones for private lessons September 7th.
New Dance Series will start up again on Fridays in October.
THE MCCLOUD DANCE HALL
104 Pine St.
McCloud, CA
SATURDAY MORNING TECHNIQUE CLASS: SEPTEMBER 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
10:00 – 11:00 -Technique Drills in “International Standard & Smooth Style Dances”. Focusing on Lowering, Rotation and Sway which improves your performance in all of the dances.
11:00 – Noon – Amalgamations. This month’s dance: QUICKSTEP (Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22)
VIENNESE WALTZ (Sept. 29)
This class uses basic Bronze (and some Silver) steps to develop and strengthen your ability to dance smoothly and boldly (which, just between you and me, is where the real fun is hidden). The International Technique also applies to American Style dances and will strengthen ones ability to have more power and control when dancing in the American Style.
Because of the long (five Saturdays) month, we will be doing one class of Viennese Waltz to give you a chance to learn the technique and get enough steps to allow you to get around the floor (without getting dizzy).
Cost: $10 per person for two hour session.
Come to the whole series to get the full benefit or just drop in when you can -there are benefits to be gained from each session.
LESSON AND DANCE/PRACTICE PARTY
Saturday, September 8, 22: – 7:00 to 10:00 pm.
McCloud Dance Hall, 104 Pine St., McCloud, CA
7:00-8:00 This Saturday’s Lesson: RUMBA
8:00-10:00 Practice Session
(NEW LOCATION) September 15, 29: – 7:00 to 10 pm.
Dudes & Daises Building, Mt. Shasta City Park, 1315 Nixon Rd., Mt. Shasta, CA
7:00-8:00 This Saturday’s Lesson: RUMBA
8:00-10:00 Practice Session
Cost: $7.00 for lesson only
$5.00 for practice party only
$10.00 for both
Gift Certificates
Year Round Gift Certificates good for classes and/or parties and/or private lessons -your choice.
Basic Package
Four Group Classes for $20
Eight Group Classes for $40
Ten Group Classes for $50
Private Lessons Package
One Private Lesson for $60
Two Private Lessons for $100
Four Private Lessons for $180
The Gift of Dance makes a wonderful present and you can pick them up at any of our classes or contact us via e-mail davisnixon@msn.com or phone number (415) 215-2652 and arrange to meet with us. Or get discounted private lessons for yourself (they are always telling us to be good to ourselves, are they not?).
We offer Group Private Lessons & Individual Private Lessons. If you have an unusual schedule, or just can’t make it to any of the group classes, private lessons will let you learn how to dance at your own convenience. Private Lessons are also the best way to progress quickly or work out individual concerns.
Discounts are available depending on quantity of classes.
Any questions, please call or e-mail us. We love hearing from you and welcome any suggestions.
Cheers,
Rick and Peggy Nixon
Ballroom Dance Professionals
415/215-2652
McCloud Dance Hall, McCloud CA
Feel free to pass this on to anyone that you think might be interested in attending our classes.