First off, a reminder about the group classes this week:

• Monday 7:30pm Street Latin - Kizomba (a fun African version of Argentine tango)
• Tuesday 6:30pm Latin American - Jive (If Rock and Roll and Ballroom had a baby)
• Wednesday 7:30pm Swing and R'n'R - Lindy Hop (The origin of swing and related styles)
• Thursday 6:30pm Ballroom - Waltz (the most classic of partner dances)

Note, that this cycle will go a week longer than usual because of a week when we missed a class.
 
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

 
We have some news for you, but first, the group classes this week:

• ​Monday 7:30pm Street Latin - Kizomba (a fun African version of Argentine tango)
• Tuesday 6:30pm Latin American - Jive (If Rock and Roll and Ballroom had a baby)
• Wednesday 7:30pm Swing and R'n'R - Lindy Hop (The origin of swing and related styles)
• Thursday 6:30pm Ballroom - Waltz (the most classic of partner dances)

 
Now for the new stuff.
 
A new teacher
I am looking at getting another make instructor in soon - just organising the details with him. So if you are a female student who has been looking to start or get back into privates, then we should be able to help you out soon.
 
Wheelchair dancing
I have organised training in wheelchair dancing for our teachers. Hopefully this will become part of what Destine Dance offers. And we have room for others in the course. If you happen to know any dance teachers who would like to expand their skill set into wheelchair dancing, then let them know and ask them to contact me.
 
 
See you on the dance floor

Last week was quite a week. We had the awards night on Wednesday - which was one of the most successful based on the grades people earned. And we had the photo shoot on Thursday night - which was certainly a positive experience for those who like to be in front of the camera (I am sure that we will learn about when the images are posted and I will let you know when that happens). 

This week we still have some action. 

First off, the group classes:

• ​Monday 7:30pm Street Latin - Kizomba (a fun African version of Argentine tango)
• Tuesday 6:30pm Latin American - Jive (If Rock and Roll and Ballroom had a baby)
• Wednesday 7:30pm NO CLASS
• Thursday 6:30pm Ballroom - Waltz (the most classic of partner dances)

Note that there is no class on Wednesday. This is due to the venue on being available. If you normally have a private on this night, then you might want to go to the other group classes to keep up the dance practice.

Also, let me know if this causes an issue for your subscription. Wednesday night might be a major part of the classes you usually do. I can make adjustments to compensate.

It has been a while since we have had a social event. Thus, it is good news that the Party Animals will be performing at the venue this Sunday - https://www.facebook.com/events/323156846781013. Let me know if you are going - I will add you to our table. It will be a chance to dance jive, blues, Lindy Hop, R'n'R, and maybe some cha cha. 

Also, remember the Gatsby party in October - https://www.lifesaball.com.au/events/vip-save-the-date/. This will be a chance to dress up in 1920s style and dance to a live big band - not something that happens often. When you book, mention Destine Dance when asked to note the group you are with. That way we will all be on the same table. Thus far, it is me and a number of women. I will do my best to dance with all of them, but I am still just one man. It would be good to have more men come along - spread the word to men you know who would like to join me at a table with a number of women.

There has also been, as those who have been to the group classes know, more women than men of late. So if you are a man who has not been to group classes of late, then come by this week - and the next and the next and the next.


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:

• Monday 7:30pm Street Latin - Kizomba (a fun African version of Argentine tango)
• Tuesday 6:30pm Latin American - Jive (If Rock and Roll and Ballroom had a baby)
• Wednesday 7:30pm Swing and R'n'R - Lindy Hop (The origin of swing and related styles)
• Thursday 6:30pm Ballroom - Waltz (the most classic of partner dances)

If any of those dances do it for you, then make sure you drop in this week so you can get the full benefit of the 6 week cycle.
 
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