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1. Tuesday Nights at the Promenade: We're Back!

All Classes at the Promenade are $10 Each Unless Otherwise Stated

• 7-8 Beginner Salsa:  Learn the basics each week.  Right Turns, Left Turns and how to lead them.
  
  
• 8-9 Beginner/Int Technique:  Have trouble remembering anything?  Learn 6 different ways to turn your partner right and different combinations each week.
  
  
• 7-8 pm Cross Body Lead w/Turn Technique $12:  Men and Ladies learn technique on how to do your own turns within a Cross Body Lead.  We will break down the steps and spinning technique within a cross body each week.
  
  
• 8-9 pm Intermediate/Advanced: Combination Class:  Unlike the combination class at Gardels, this class will specifically teach a shorter combination that you will be able to repeat to different paces of salsa.  This will also give us time to address more questions by the group.
  
  

Dress Code:
Casual, comfortable sweats or yoga pants, (preferably) salsa practice shoes (for turns and spins on a wooden dance floor). If you don't have salsa shoes, you can wear your evening dance shoes. Tennis shoes will inhibit your spins and may ruin your knees over time. You can go to the DWG Store to see if you find something you like.  Or go on line and check out shoes like Supadance or International.  They can get pricy but make a world of difference when you dance. 

Check out Grace's Shoe Clues Chapter in her Salsa With Grace Instructional Video so she can explain why you need good dance shoes, which should you buy first and how to take care of them! Purchase our Salsa Videos.

Directions:
Promenade Dance Sport Facility is located on 2605 Lord Baltimore Drive.  For directions and more information click here.

2. Gardel’s DWG Dance Lessons Schedule Friday & Saturday Nights

Learn Salsa with the only Certified Salsa Instructors in the State of Maryland, DC, Virginia, Pennsylvania, SC, NC and GA!

**UPDATED**
Friday Night Salsa Class Schedule:: Salsa

• Beginner Level I-II 8-9 pm: Learn the Basics so that you can have a great foundation dancing with any salsa dancer socially.

• Beginner II-III 9-10 pm:  Progress towards learning a small combination that will make you comfortable with hand changes and hand/finger rotations.

• Intermediate Technique 8-9 pm: Learn technique in movement with salsa! (We need a minimum of 4 students to do an 8 o'clock Intermediate Class)

• Intermediate Level I Combinations 8-9 pm: Learn patterns that you can lead to anyone on the dance floor. These combinations are simpler than the Saturday combinations

CLASSES ARE HELD ON THE SECOND FLOOR! $10.00 Each

If you come at 9 and pay downstairs, you should receive a ticket or wrist band; show it to the instructor and jump in!  You should not have to pay twice (to get in and for the class).  To those of you who like to "jump in" in the last 15 minutes of the class, you will be charged for half a class $5.00. 

Saturday Night Salsa Class Schedule: Salsa and Bachata!

• 8 p.m. Beginner-Beginner Intermediate Bachata w/Grace

• 9 p.m. Beginner Salsa-Beginner Intermediate

• 9 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced Patterns

Gardel’s is a family owned Supper Club dedicated to giving salsa a home of class and elegance. Keep this fantastic location alive and support them each week by joining us and having fun in a safe and beautiful environment. For more information go to their website at www.gardels.com.

Future Rueda Classes at Gardels w/Dance In Time Productions

October 27, 2006 - Beginner Rueda

October 28, 2006 - Beginner 8:30-9:15/Adv Beg-Int 9:15-10:00 pm

November 3, 2006 - Beginner Rueda

November 4, 2006 - Beginner 8:30-9:15/Adv Beg-Int 9:15-10:00 pm

3.   Ladies Cross Body Lead Workshop & Latin Aerobics, October 7th

Grace's workshops are very detailed and filled with a wealth of excellent styling tips. Not only can she beautifully demonstrate each dance step, but she has the ability of breaking these steps down in an easy to follow step-by-step manner (a skill which only a few salsa instructors in the world seem to be capable of doing). Every dance movement is broken down according to the "On 1" timing. Ladies Styling moves are added once students have mastered the basic principles behind the step. Occasionally, some dance steps have more than one variation of ladies styling to them. When this is the case, Grace or one of the other DWG instructors will execute these variations and let their students decide for themselves which version fits their style.   Its that time again ladies; time to brush up on your cross body leads and body movement technique.

October 7, 2006 1-5. at the Promenade Dance Sport Facility 2605 Lord Baltimore Drive, Baltimore, MD  21244

1:00-2:45 p.m.  Cross Body Lead Workshop, Review & Drills:  Tired of losing your balance?  Uncertain of your footwork?  Do you want to master your Cross Body Lead so that you can eventually begin to use your arms in a stylish manner?  Grace has put together a 2 hour Cross Body workshop because she feels ladies need more than 1 hour of instruction and practice during a workshop.  Bring your questions & spend some time focusing on one of the most important movements of salsa.  This class will have two 10 minute breaks.

3:00-4:00 p.m.  Latin Aerobics: Bring your tennis shoes and get ready to "get down" to great Latin hits while burning off some of that ice cream or pizza you love!  Try Grace's Latin Aerobics Class.  Grace has been teaching this class to private health clubs for over 5 years.  This class will also include a cool down and ab workout. Come and have some fun!

4:00-5:00 p.m.  Ladies Styling Cool Down:  As we cool down from our Latin Aerobics we will use this hour to focus on slow movements of the hips, shoulders and body.  We must first master stylish movements slowly to understand what are bodies are doing.  Grace will also use this class to help you relax into stretching any soreness away!

Pre Registration Rates:

    1 Hour 45 minute Cross Body Lead Workshop:  $35

    Latin Aerobics w/Grace: $10.00 

    Ladies Styling Cool Down: $20.00

At the Door Rate will be $5.00 more for each class.  ($40, $15, $25) There will be no refunds if you do not show up as we reserve the floor for each student.  Sign up before September 15 and receive a $5.00 coupon for any group class at Gardels.

Sign up now and get the discounted rate!

Attire: Casual, comfortable sweats or yoga pants, (preferably) salsa practice shoes (for turns and spins on a wooden dance floor). If you don't have salsa shoes, you can wear your evening dance shoes. Tennis shoes are fine or the aerobic class only.  They will inhibit your spins in salsa and may ruin your knees over time. You can go to the DWG Store to see if you find something you like.  Or go on line and check out shoes like Supadance or International.  They can get pricy but make a world of difference when you dance. 

4. Fall Session of Salsa at Johns Hopkins University: Update

It’s that time of year again and I am receiving all kinds of questions about our fall session and when it begins.  Right now we are in the process of hammering out a date and getting approval; it looks like they are interested in an 11 week session.  Classes will be 1.5 hours long and cost $15 each.  It looks like there may be a class forming at the end of September.  The tentative date was 9/14 but this is not very solid.  Please check the website for class schedules in a week or two.  We will update what is currently written as soon as we know the date.  For those of you who don't know, my husband updates the website almost daily so we will keep you posted!  We love you guys and cant wait to start another session at the Johns Hopkins Homewood Campus.

5. Salsa & Dance News!

Student of The Month

Bob Book, a.k.a, Roberto Libro (His Spanish Name!)

Congratulations to Bob Book for being the student of the month.  Starting this month we will be choosing deserving students and awarding them a pair of dance shoes as a thank you for being a kind and loyal student.  Way to go Roberto!

Sincerely,
Grace, Hugo & the DWG Team

Newsflash:  Stuck Up Salsa Dancers Get on Grace's Nerves

If you are one of those people who thinks they are the greatest salsa dancer and you only dance with people at your level then you, my friend, are a Stuck Up Salsa Dancer!  Get over yourself and be kind enough to share your talent with dancers who are still learning. 

Juanita Hoyle Celebrates her 60'th!

Congratulations to Juanita Hoyle who celebrated her 60th b-day at Gardel’s Supper Club.  When you see her at Gardel’s tell her how hot she looks! We love you honey!

Sincerely,
Grace, Hugo & the DWG Team

Family of the Month

Errol, Roslyn, and Maya Kellum

We wanted to recognize a special family who are a great example of how families should be in life.  Erroll, Roslyn & Maya Kellum have been students of ours for a few years now and we just wanted to say that more families should be close like you!  Its nice to know that Salsa can bring people together in this way!  We are so proud of you!  Thank you for being so special.

Sincerely,
Grace, Hugo & the DWG Team

Lifetime Achievement Award at the Miami Salsa Congress

Randy Atlas was given a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Miami Salsa Congress on August 4th, 2006 to acknowledge his three decades of teaching dance, and his contribution to the Latin dance community with his dance promotions. Randy was the co-organizer of the International Hustle and Salsa Competition (IHSC). Randy retired his position after this year’s IHSC, and is now concentrating his efforts on his primary career of security and anti-terrorism design, and completing a textbook for architects and security professionals.

If you want to see more pictures of the Miami Salsa Congress go to smwalton73.fotki.com/2006_miami_salsa

Mamma Mia comes to the Hippodrome Performing Arts Center in Baltimore

During this month, Mamma Mia will be playing in the Hippodrome Performing Arts Center in Baltimore. Mamma Mia is a musical based on ABBA songs such as Dancing Queen, I Have a Dream, Voulez-Vous, and Take a Chance on Me. These songs are ingeniously woven into an enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship.

For more information and tickets please visit www.broadwayacrossamerica.com

Virginia Commonwealth University Department of Dance and Choreography begins its dance season

Virginia Commonwealth University Department of Dance and Choreography begins its 2006-2007 dance season Friday, September 1, at 8pm with a showing of films from the New York Dance Films Association 2006 Dance on Camera Festival.  The Dance on Camera event will take place at the Grace Street Theater, in Richmond, VA. Tix:   $5.. Info: <804.828.1711>

Dance DC Festival

A part of the DC-wide Dance DC Festival will be held at Dance Place on Sept. 30 at 7pm., Dance Place hosts free activities and performances for the whole family. Drop in demonstration and classes (10am – 5pm) in African, Belly, Indonesian, Indian, Turkish, Irish, American Hand and Spanish dance and mask making. Outdoor activities for all ages (noon – 6:30pm) featuring South African Boot Dance, Drum circle, mask dance and circle dance with Carla & Company.  Family style marketplace (11am – 7pm) with food, clothing, jewelry and more.  Free performance at 7pm featuring: Ziva’s Spanish Dance Ensemble, DC Casineros/Rueda de Casino, Footworks, and Tappers with Attitude.  The event is funded by the DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities.  Tickets are FREE but required and can be reserved in advance by calling the Box Office at 202/269-1600.  Info:www.danceplace.org

Harlequin Scholarships

American Harlequin Corporation Dance Scholarship Program deadline for application is November 1, 2006 for U.S. and Canadian citizens ages 15-21 who are enrolled in public or private dance school programs.  Applications available by calling 800-642-6440 or at www.harlequinfloors.com

6.  Events For Your Entertainment, Auditions and More!

Noche the Samba y Carnaval - September 9th

Wednesday at Zanzibar

Join us Wednesday as we celebrate the Fania All Stars with DJs Nancy Alonso and Bruno playing the Fania All Stars and artists from the Fania label. At 6:00pm enjoy Fania All Star concerts on the big screen. Come early for $2.00 margaritas until 7, the buffet served from 6-7 and this week’s salsa class at 7:00. Remember those that do not wear jeans are admitted for half price $5.00 before 10 and $10 after.  700 Water St SW 202 554-9100

Oscar’s Production Presents 5th Festival De La Salsa Sunday, Sept 3, in Annandale, VA

Oscar’s Production Presents the 5^th Salsa Festival on Sunday, September, 2006 at Yanny Total Banquet located at 7203 Little River Turnpike in Annandale, ZA 22003.Music will be provided by the following orchestras: La Romana, Sin Miedo, Zeniza All Stars and La Tremenda. In addition dance lessons by several local instructors will begin the evening. For more information www.oscarsproduction.com or 703 750-9277

Hispanic Heritage Month Programming September 15 - October 15

Contact grace@dancingwithgrace.com for Hispanic Heritage Month programming that can add a little spice to your day or evening.  Have culturally relevant activities for your clients and staff. Since this is our heaviest time of year please contact us as soon as possible to book DWG Instructors and Performers for your event.  See our offered Dance Services in our DWG Store on line.

1st Hustle and Salsa Festival in Puerto Rico

The best time of the year for being in San Juan is in November, and now you have the perfect reason to go! Join Billy Fajardo and David Melendez for their newest event: The 1st Hustle and Salsa Festival in Puerto Rico, November 3-5, 2006.

There will be Jack and Jill competitions, Pool Parties, Evening dance showcases, hustle and salsa workshops, and dancing until 4 am. Deejays are Bobby Morales and Nelson Torres.  The airfare is reasonable from the entire east coast! The event is at the beautiful Condado Plaza Hotel and Casino. Rooms are only $139 in high season! To make your risk-free room reservation before the cutoff date call now at 800-468-8588 or 866-317-8943 and use the discount code of “PRHSF”.  To see list of instructors and workshops and to register for the event go to www.puertoricohustlesalsafestival.com. For more information call Billy at 954-358-0168

Salsa Instructor Auditions

Have you always wanted to be a salsa instructor?   DWG is looking for female and male instructor assistants and lead male instructors. You must have a dance background of 5+ years or more in any type of couples dance, be physically fit, and ready to dress up!  We prefer to have applicants with a background in teaching, whether it be teaching math, engineering, or a dance instruction background, these types of communication skills are necessary to be a great instructor.  After you sign a contract with our company you will:

1. Train with certified instructors monthly on how to dance better and have good technique.
2. Train with certified instructors on how to train others.
3. Eventually train in choreography.
4. Have the opportunity to perform for our company for charity and $$$.
5. Learn how to train with "on the job training" at the prestigious Promenade Dance Sport Facility in Baltimore County.
6. Teach at the biggest club in Baltimore, Gardel’s Supper Club.
7. When ready, find your own location to teach Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Mambo, or Cha-Cha.
8. Perform and teach at corporate events, high schools, colleges, elementary schools and more!
9. Have the opportunity to be on television.
10. Have the opportunity to be in one of our next instructional videos.
11. Be featured with the company in Expresión Magazine.
12. Be Part of the family of DWG instructors and more importantly help the poor and needy through dance. 

DWG is looking for people with a joyous heart and someone who can take constructive criticism.  Egomaniacs and people who love to gossip are not welcome in our company.  We train our instructors in dance and humility.  If you have Tuesday and Friday or Saturday evenings free and are a person of integrity who knows how to keep their word and be on time or die trying then please schedule a private audition with Grace Badillo at grace@dancingwithgrace.com   We look forward to meeting with YOU!  Serious inquires only.

7.  Salsa Cruise with Dancing With Grace Instructors!

DancingWithGrace.com Latin Dance Cruise to:

St. Maarten                         Bahamas                         St. Thomas

Antigua                         San Juan

Join Grace and her instructors on a Winter Escape aboard Royal Caribbean's Jewel of the Seas from Ft. Lauderdale to the Eastern Caribbean Jan 13-21, 2007. 9 days/8 nights for $899 if booked by Feb 28th. Cancellations happen all the time so keep calling even in June or July!  You may be able to lock this rate down.  So far we have a bunch of people signed up!  Even if you cant lock this rate down, where can you get a 9 day/8 night cruise on the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line for $1100-1300?

Fully refundable deposit is $250 per person or $500 per stateroom. Next January sail away from a cold dark Baltimore/Washington winter to the warm, sunny ports of Antigua, St. Thomas, St. Maarten, the Bahamas and Grace's home town of San Juan! 

Grace will be joined by other instructors who will teach multiple classes of Latin dances every day. In the evenings, show off your new moves, dancing to live music on one of the largest dance floors at sea. While in port, enjoy duty-free shopping, sightseeing, swimming, snorkeling and sunbathing. 

You'll can also participate in daily water aerobics, tai chi and yoga taught by other top certified fitness instructors. All classes are included in this low cruise price.

Call now to lock in the ultra-low rate of $899 for this 9 day/ 8 night cruise aboard Royal Caribbean's brand new Jewel of the Seas. Call 703-827-0414 or 800-955-9942 today! Mention that you love DancingWithGrace!" to get this special rate!

8.  Will Private Classes Help Me?

Our One Hour long Private Lessons are key in refining your dancing skills. With individualized instruction you’ll learn more quickly and precisely. We will help you master the correct posture and how to relate to a partner. Learning correct technique will speed your progress and boost your confidence, while allowing you to enjoy the sensation of partner dancing!

Why take Private Lessons?

* Improve you dancing faster
* Receive personalized feedback, encouragement and support
* Work at your own pace
* Develop grace, balance, musicality, partnering skills and self-confidence

We offer lots of different Private Lesson Programs, and we will tailor a program to your needs. There is no substitute for working one-on-one with personal instructor to achieve the finer points of dancing. We have instructors available for Private Lessons 5 days a week, so call now to set up your appointment!

Check out the new private class packages and their descriptions. We are sure at least one of our packages are designed specifically for your needs.

Private Class Packages

   Private Spinning Workshop

   Private Transitioning Workshop (Men Only)

   Private Packages for Couples and Singles

   Fancy Footwork Bootcamp

   Cross Body Lead Technique Private Package

   Jumbo Private Packages for 1

Click here to see the new cancellation policy for scheduled private classes. 

9.  Need a Make-up Artist?

Ever wonder who Grace's make-up artists are?  Well here is your chance to find out. 

Check out www.makeupbyjen.net and see Jen Seidel-Walsh's work.  She is incredible and works for all the majors out there.  She can do your make up, do body painting, hand portraits, or teach you a class on how to do your own make-up better.  Call Jen at 410-833-5731 or 917-432-7688>

Also Check out www.rachelsfinaltouch.com and see Rachel's work.  Rachel teaches at the Paul Mitchell School and does make-up for weddings, special occasions, film, photoshoots, and more!  She also gives the best facials money can buy and takes very good care of my skin!

These two gals make me look good and can make you look good too!  Check them out!