It's one month now until the EOY party and awards night. Make sure you have the date saved (21 December). I will be setting up online tickets and such soon.
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The next social we will go to is this one here - https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=122124073184059750&set=a.122098970990059750. We have seen this band before - and they were good. So let me know if you are keen on some disco on Saturday 9 December. Thanks to everyone who took time to fill out the survey. Seems you like the kinds of things we do at the moment, but there are some options for some other things as well that you are keen on. I also note when you are keen to start next year. I am now talking with the teachers to find out their plans. I can then work out the best plan and let you know. See you on the dance floor Clint
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Now let's start getting ready for the end of the year and the start of the next. I have created a survey to find out what you would like to do for the end of the year, for social events in the future and when you will likely come back next year. Please take the time to fill it out here: https://forms.gle/jgeGt3iyVdzyYPvbA This Sunday, there will be a band at the studio venue - https://www.facebook.com/events/238354565497964. This is a new band that we have not danced to before so it will ne a new experience. Let me know if you are coming. See you on the dance floor Clint First off, a reminder about the group classes this week:
This Saturday a group of us from Destine Dance will be going to a Bachata event - www.facebook.com/events/842317153919160 The last time was fun so if you want to come along again, then let me know - just so we have a sense of numbers. This is a major event so it should be even more fun. Finally, the EOY will finish up late December. The plan was to finish up mid December, but due to a few unforeseen issues, we have had to delay things. Therefore, the final awards night for 2023 will be on 21 December 2023. This will also be the last event for the year so put this in your calendar now. On top of that, because December has so much going on, there might be a number of lessons we will not run as usual. Be ready for some crazy times. See you on the dance floor Clint There is a bit going on this week so take your time to read this to get across everything.
First off, we start a new cycle of group classes this week. So it's an ideal time to start back at the group classes if you have been away for a bit. The dance styles we are doing in the new cycle are:
Remember it is the awards this Wednesday. They run from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. If you want to attend to watch, because you are not doing them, and be part of the quick after party, which includes pizza, then secure your ticket here - https://www.destinedance.com.au/store/p38/Sep2023Awards.html And finally, there will be a media crew in at the Thursday group class. They will be getting imagery for a promo. They of course only want good looking images so if you are in any media, then you will look good. Still, if you do not want to be in any media, then they will work around you. See you on the dance floor Clint Steele I understand that sometimes you need a break from dance. You have other things to do. Or, sometimes, you just want to do nothing. And then after that, you're ready to come back.
So please know that if you ever want to take a break and then come back later on, then I am totally cool with that. We are rather full at the moment with privates, but we will also do our best to accommodate you if you are keen to come back now. And you always have the option of group classes. The new cycle will be starting next week (on the 4th) and we will be doing the following styles:
And remember that we have the awards coming up, if you are going to come along as an observer, then get your ticket here - https://www.destinedance.com.au/store/p38/Sep2023Awards.html. Secure these soon so you can attend (note that attendance does not come with other packages) and I can organize catering. See you on the dance floor Clint Steele As mentioned last week (and shared in the group) we have now organised for a group booking at the Gatsby Night in October. It's going to be a great night of music, dressing up in 1920's style (a bit better than the 2020's style to be honest), and dance.
You can book your ticket here - https://www.lifesaball.com.au/events/vip-save-the-date/. When you do, you will be asked if you are part of a group. Type "Destine Dance" and you will be part of the group booking. There's already 4 of us booked so join in. By the time of this event, we would have done some Jive, Lindy Hop, Cha cha, waltz and slow Foxtrot in group class. These are dances likely suited to the night so you well be well prepared. Speaking of group class: • Monday 7:30pm Street Latin - Merengue (a fun and sexy dance that is easy to learn) • Tuesday 6:30pm Latin American - Samba (a fun dance expressing the energy of carnival) • Wednesday 7:30pm Swing and R'n'R - Blues (practically by definition, the coolest of all the dances) • Thursday 6:30pm Ballroom - Standard tango (the ballroom dance that once dominated the world) This is week 5 so stick at it to enjoy what you have learned thus far. Soon we will be doing: • Kizomba • Jive • West Coast Swing • Waltz So if you are looking to jump in when the next cycle starts, then get ready. If you are not getting to all the group classes, then get your teacher to go over dances for the Gatsby night in your private lessons. But after you have prepared for the awards. I have emailed people about the details so make sure you got the email if you are going for an awards. Speaking of the awards. If you are not going for an award, but want to attend, then you can secure your ticket here - https://www.destinedance.com.au/store/p38/Sep2023Awards.html. $15 to support others, get a dance lesson and get some pizza. The bar will also be open - so a good night. Things will finish by 7:30pm in time for group class. See you on the dance floor Clint First things first, the group classes this week:
Disco was good on Saturday night. We were able to utilise a number of styles taught: cha cha, Lindy Hop, r'n'r and even some merengue (which went better than some expected!). This is what these socail events are about - using what you learn. So now let's consider some 20s swing. Save the date for this event - https://www.lifesaball.com.au/events/vip-save-the-date/. I will soon come back to you with details on how to secure your space on a table we book, but for now, just make sure you can make this night. And make sure you know what you will wear. Finally, we have the awards coming up. I have sent emails to those going for awards so double check you have the email and your recorded details are correct. If you are not going for awards, then save that date - 6 Sep 2023 - there will be the awards, dance, pizza and the bar will be open with excellent prices. See you on the dance floor Fist off, the group lessons this week:
Awards The awards are around 4 weeks away - 6th of September. I will be organising to have the bar open and get in pizza. I will soon set up a way to book in advance, but for now, save the date. Things will kick off of 5:30pm and we will still have group class that night. If you are going for your awards, then your teacher will be talking to you about it this week. If you are not going for the awards, then it is fun to watch, it is a chance to support fellow students, and we also include dances for guests as well. Not to mention again the pizza and bar. Disco time It's been a while since the last disco event at the studio, but it was a great night. The music is good and you can dance swing, Latin and rock and roll to the music. So make sure you can make it to the next one this Saturday night - https://www.facebook.com/events/768122354924501. Let me know by Friday if you want to come. See you on the dance floor Clint There are a few items to talk about this week.
Group classes As you likely recall - it's the new cycle in group class. The dances this time are:
Tina Turner Tribute This Saturday at the Dutch Club the Motown Band will be honouring Tina Turner. It will be a good night, like all the nights we have been to at the Dutch Club. Let me know if you will come so we can organize a table. You can see more details here - https://www.facebook.com/events/967893071000997. Burn the Floor You might have heard of Burn the Floor. It is a ballroom dance company that infuses other styles into ballroom. They have a show on at the moment at the Palms - https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/artist/803589#about. If you would like to come along with a group from Destine Dance, then join the conversation in the Facebook group (www.facebook.com/groups/DestineDance/posts/2172376036301661) so we can get organized this week - for this Sunday. Awards The next awards are on Sep 6. Save the date - we will make a night out of it for everyone - even if you are not going for an award. The awards are ideal for ensuring progressions as well - nothing like a deadline to get you focused so you learn faster. Talk to your private teacher if you have not yet locked in what you will be going for. See you on the dance floor Clint We start a new cycle in the group classes this week.
Yes we do have classes today (Monday). So if you want to drill into any of the following dances, then now is an excellent time to get the group lessons into your routine:
These clearly work given the dominant presence the Destine Dance group had on Sunday. Thanks to everyone who came. You certainly set the standard on the dance floor. Of course, awards are another contributor to being a good dancer. The next ones are on 6th of September so you have your goal clear in your head. See you on the dance floor |
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