Ballroom Newsletter – Jan 29th 2013

Dear Dancer,

 

This is the last week for January classes, so don’t miss them. Our February Schedule begins with the Technique class on Saturday which is going to be Tango. Those of you who began Tango in December in the Beginning Class on Tuesday nights in December and continued with them in the more advanced class on Thursday nights (and Wednesday, in Weed) will find this an excellent opportunity to not only learn even more steps, but to also develop the style and technique that makes the dance a lot more fun and makes you look way cooler (is that how you say it? I was going to go with “inestimably impressive” but “way cooler” just might appeal to the greater demographic).

 

Of course, everybody else is invited as well and will enjoy the class just as much. This week only, this class will take place at a slightly different location. See below for more info.

 

There will, alas, be no evening class and practice session that Saturday night (2/2), largely due to another event scheduled on the premises (and to the fact that we only have those classes on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month at this point).

 

The following Saturday Night (2/9) the Foxtrot Series will resume, this time moving into the realm of International Style. It will start at 5:00 and run to 7:00 with time afterward for practice and individual attention. This class will also happen on Feb 23rd, but will run from 4:00 to 6:00 pm due to scheduling conflicts. These classes are a little more advanced, but the International Style will be new to many, so everyone is welcome.

 

See you on dance floor.

 

This week’s schedule:

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THE WELLNESS CENTERS:

 

Tuesday, Jan 29: Mt. Shasta Wellness Center (633 Lassen Lane, Mt. Shasta): Beginning Ballroom CHA CHA 6:45-7:45 pm

Wednesday, Jan 30: Mt. Shasta Wellness Center (633 Lassen Lane, Mt. Shasta): Basic Ballroom for Parkinson’s Noon-1:00 pm

Wednesday, Jan 30: School Hill Wellness Center in Weed (778 S. Davis St., Weed): TANGO 6:45-7:45 pm

Thursday, Jan 31: Mt. Shasta Wellness Center (633 Lassen Lane, Mt. Shasta): TANGO 6:45-7:45 pm

 

 

January Dance of The Month for the Wednesday and Thursday night classes is Tango.

 

For the Tuesday night Beginning Class, the Dance of The Month will be Cha Cha.

 

Please come join us.

 

 

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).

 

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FORT JONES COMMUNITY CENTER

FORT JONES COMMUNITY CENTER in Scott Valley (15 min. from Yreka)

11960 East Street Fort Jones, CA

 

Our next visit to Ft. Jones will be Monday, February 11.

 

On Monday, February 11 and 18 we will be holding a Group Private Class from 6:30-7:30

Cost $10.00 per class

Please come and join us.

 

If anyone else wishes to schedule a private lesson, please e-mail us or call us at the contact information below.

 

 

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SATURDAY MORNING TECHNIQUE CLASS:

February 2, 9, 16, 22,

At the Mt. Shasta Park and Recreation District

1315 Nixon Rd.

This Saturday only, we will be at the Lodge next door to the “Dudes &Daisies” (closer to the Headwaters).

 

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: TANGO

 

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.

 

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.

 

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NO SATURDAY EVENING LESSON AND PRACTICE SESSION THIS WEEK:

 

Next week, Feb. 9th, we will be continuing with our “Foxtrot Series”.

 

At the Mt. Shasta Park and Recreation District

1315 Nixon Rd.

“Dudes & Daisies” Bldg.

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Any questions, please call or e-mail us. We love hearing from you and welcome any suggestions. Information regarding dance gift certificates can be found on our website: www.mtshastadance.com.

 

Cheers,

 

Rick and Peggy Nixon

Ballroom Dance Professionals

415/215-2652 (cell)

McCloud Dance Hall, McCloud CA

davisnixon@msn.com

 

Feel free to pass this on to anyone that you think might be interested in attending our classes.