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1. 8 y Más Salsa Orchestra LIVE at Gardels! Buy Discount Tickets Now!
Buy discount General Admission Tickets this Saturday for only $20! Normally they are priced at $30 in advance and $40 at the door so get yours this Saturday, March 3, 2007 from Rolando our friendly sign-in assistant! This discount will only apply this Saturday!
Dealers Needed!
(If you would like to be a dealer on the 2nd floor for this event and get a free private lesson for your time contact Grace@dancingwithgrace.com!)
2. Ladies Salsa Workshops: Rayn Fall Dance Studio, Baltimore City
Four Ladies Salsa Workshop during the month of April.
April 4, 2007 (Wednesday at Rayn Fall Dance Studio from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m ):
Learn balance technique in turns and the fundamental movements that make salsa so spicy including the all 4 basic steps and how to move your hips properly in salsa.
April 11, 2007 (Wednesday at Rayn Fall Dance Studio from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m):
Ladies Cross Body Lead Technique Workshop: Cross body leads are done hundreds of times in salsa. Learn the basic Cross Body and progress into the Cross Body Lead with a turn technique to make your spins look tight and smooth.
April 18, 2007 (Wednesday at Rayn Fall Dance Studio from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m ):
Ladies Styling 101: Learn how to use your arms and shoulders to accent your salsa and make it your own. Learn body rolling technique and more!
April 28, 2007 (Saturday at Gardels Supper Club from 8 to 10 pm.):
Partnership Workshop: Review (1st hr, How to follow your lead 2nd Hr). Afterwards the entire group will stay at Gardels to enjoy the music and dance alone or with a partner! Gardels is an 18,000 Square foot building that was known in the past as the "Old City Museum" located at 29 S. Front Street in Baltimore City. Take this one hour workshop and get the second hour for free as a gift from Rayn Fall Dance Studio!
Prices: $60 for entire workshop if paid by April 2, 2007 or $20 for each class at the door. Register for your Baltimore City Salsa Workshop at:
Rayn Fall Dance Studio: 847 N Howard St, Baltimore, MD 21201 (410)235-0654
3. Tuesday Nights at the Promenade March/April Schedules
All Classes at the Promenade are $10 Each Unless Otherwise Stated
March 2007 Schedule
- 7-8 p.m. Beginner Salsa: Learn important foundational salsa basics! Practice makes perfect. Don't be afraid to take this class over and over again until you are comfortable and you can then move into the 8-9 pm Salsa Improvers Class!
- 7-8p.m. Intermediate Technique: Cross Body Lead Technique for men and women. Cross body leads are the "spinal cord" of salsa. Everything branches off from this so it's crucial to your dancing! We hope to see you there.
- 8-9 pm Salsa Improvers: Beginner-Int Patterns. Even if you are an intermediate-advanced dancer this class can help you with beginner-intermediate patterns that you may not know. Not all patterns have to be intense, long or complicated. Sometimes the uncomplicated patterns are the most fun.
- 8-9 pm Combination Class: You must know a Cross Body Lead With A Turn and How To lead it to take this class. INT/ADV students ONLY.
April 2007 Schedule
(Cha-Cha-Cha, Rumba & Samba)
Have you been wanting to learn some of the other Latin dances? In the month of April our newest instructor (Gina Tona) &Luis J. will be teaching you Latin Dances to include Cha-Cha-Cha, Rumba and Samba! So here's your opportunity! Hugo and I will not be teaching at the Promenade in April (to take some much needed time off).
Class in April every Tuesday will focus primarily on cha-cha-cha, but time will be spent on one of the other dances mentioned above each week. Beginner and Improver levels will be taught, so come out and get a full taste of what Latin dancing has to offer.
Es muy sabroso!
- Beginner Cha-Cha-Cha &Latin Dances (Other dances will be Samba or Rumba)
- 7-8p.m. Intermediate Technique: Cross Body Lead Technique for men and women. Cross body leads are the "spinal cord" of salsa. Everything branches off from this so it's crucial to your dancing! We hope to see you there.
- 8-9 p.m. Cha-Cha Improvers
Grace and Hugo will return to our normal Tuesday salsa schedule in May 2007.
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.
4. New Beginner Fusion Fridays @ Gardels &Class Schedule and Saturday Schedule
Learn Salsa with the only Certified Salsa Instructors in the State of Maryland, DC, Virginia, Pennsylvania, SC, NC, DE & GA!
New Beginner Fusion Fridays!
Ever felt uncomfortable dancing on Saturday nights? Are there too many people on the floor or are you uncomfortable dancing with intermediate II-Advanced dancers? If so you will be delighted to hear that Gardels is starting Beginner Fusion Fridays!
How is this night different from Saturday Evenings?
- The DJ will add 50% more slow to medium paced salsa so you can practice and get acclimated to the dance of salsa.
- Classes will be designed for Beginner to Intermediate Level I ONLY.
- You don't have to worry about not having space on the dance floor.
- You can feel more comfortable asking someone to dance because they will likely be a beginner improver too!
Friday Night Salsa Class Schedule
Salsa for Beginners 8-9 pm: Learn the Basics so that you can have a great foundation dancing salsa. Beginner Level III to Intermediate Level I Salsa Combinations 9-10 pm: Learn patterns that you can lead to anyone on the dance floor. These combinations are simpler than the Saturday combinations.
If you would like to have a party and/or bring a group to a lesson Friday Nights will be a great choice to book your class. If you have 15 people or more please email Grace and we can set up a cheaper rate for everyone on each class taken.
CLASSES ARE USUALLY HELD ON THE 1ST FLOOR! FOR $10.00 PER PERSON.
Entry is no longer free for ladies at Gardels but you do get a free drink with entrance. Get there by 7:30-7:45 and entrance is free. If you come at 9 p.m. you will be charged entry so come earlier! 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 Beginners 8-9 PM: Learn the basics so that you can have a great foundation and dance with anyone! Beginner Salsa-Beginner Intermediate 9 - 10 p.m.: A little harder but lots more fun for the beginners; learn a small combination.
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Intermediate/Advanced Patterns 9 -10 p.m.: To take this class you must know the how to do a Cross Body Lead with a turn or how to lead it. This Int/Adv combination that includes some styling.
CLASSES ARE USUALLY HELD ON THE 2ND FLOOR FOR $10.00 PER PERSON.
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.
5. News Flash: New Articles & More
Gardels Has A New Website!
Its time to check out Gardels' new website at www.gardels.com. They now have a sleek new design, updated information and more. Check out the new look and tell your friends to support the most gorgeous location for salsa on the east coast!
News Flash: DWG Salsa Cruise W/Fun & Fitness
Read this article (written by Grace) by clicking here.
New Photo Gallery Pictures Posted! Are you in them?
To see these photos click here.
Walking The Two-Way Street, The Forgiving Face of Salsa by Grace Badillo
Read this article (written by Grace) by clicking here.
Come As You Are, The Welcoming Face of Salsa
An Interview with Grace Badillo
Read this interview by Mary White by clicking here.
Grace wants to hear what you have to say about here articles so write her after you read it to Grace@dancingwithgrace.com
Live Orchestra "8 y Más" at Gardel’
Tickets on sale on our website! Click here.
Dance Makes a Difference
Do you know someone in a wheelchair? Would you like to see the quality of their life improve? Then print this newsletter out and hand it to them or even volunteer to be their partner! We are proud to promote Professional Dance Wheels, LLC:
Ballroom Wheelchair Dancing
The Mission of this company is to provide persons with disabilities and their able bodied partners the opportunity to learn wheelchair ballroom dancing to enhance their lives. They are sponsored by the National Rehabilitation Hospital ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top rehabilitations hospitals in the country. To help support the programs of Professional Dance Wheels please send your donation to the address below.
Classes now forming in Baltimore, DC and Virginia. Training for both Wheelchair & Able-bodied partners available. Call today to schedule your first lesson:
Mary Botta: 202-550-5620: Antoinette Johnston 443-550-5620
Professional Dance Wheels, c/o National Rehabilitation Hospital, Development Office 102 Irving Street, NW, Washington, DC 20010
6. Events For Your Entertainment, Auditions and More!
Salsa Clubs/Field Trip
DWG Organizing a Group of Students to go to Legends Night Club on March 29th
OPEN BAR 10-11 PM at Legends for Latin Thursdays &
Lessons with the one and only Eileen Torres
Latin Thursdays at Legends Night Club now also hosts an OPEN BAR from 10-11 and buffet from 8-10 pm. Come early for beginning level salsa on one lessons with Eileen at 9 pm. For Free Admission until 11 pm print out this e-mail and present at door or see Eileen Wednesdays at Zanzibar for passes. Legends Nigh Club 3225 Naylor Road, Temple Hills, MD 20784 For more info 703 731-0475 across from Naylor Metro station.
Email Grace if you want to go with her! Lets get a group together and take a class with my good friend Eileen Torres a very well respected leader of salsa history and dance. If you want to go email grace's assistant to be added to the email list for this nights festivities. Gina@dancingwithgrace.com
Salsa Uno @ ONE
Wednesdays at Club ONE (this is a NON SMOKING NIGHT)
Class: Wednesdays - 7:30 - 9:30pm - levels vary each week
Open Dancing: 9:30pm - closing
Cover: $5 Before 7:45pm/$7 after
(19-20 year olds/$10 all night)
A review from a Salsa website: "...Club ONE is home to Baltimore's hottest and largest regular Salsa night. Guest DJs visit the club to play a musical collection of some of the finest Salsa with a touch of Bachata, Cha Cha and Merengue. There is plenty of room to dance with three available dance floors. Every week this club fills up with Salseros of all ages, ethnic and economic backgrounds and levels. There is simply no other place to be on Wednesdays in Baltimore...."
Grace's Review: Club One has a nice modern feel to it. There is a small hardwood floor but plenty of room to dance on other levels, although its tile but useable. Susan Leiter teaches each week and controls the floor with ease. Check out her new website at www.alivewithdance.com
For info: spleiter@aol.com or go to www.onebaltimore.com
Boogaloo Thursdays at Red Maple
Red Maple 930 N Charles Street Baltimore, MD
DJs play you a mix of Salsa, Merengue, Bachata and Cha Cha starting at 9:00pm having you dance until 2:00am
$5 cover after 10:00pm
Global appetizers served until midnight and the food is fabulous (reservations recommended)
Grace's Review: Although Red Maple has a small floor it is hardwood! They also have an area for smokers. The atmosphere is hip and classy.
The management is wonderful and DJ Gustavo and Benny play throughout the evening. For complete info: 410-547-0149 or go to www.930redmaple.com
DanceInTime Teaches Rueda in the Baltimore/Washington Area
For nightclub classes check the website: www.danceintime.com/classes
Studio class schedule:
Saturdays 11:30am-2:30pm:Madeira School 8328 Georgetown Pike Mc Lean, VA.
Sundays 5:00-7:00pm at the Avalon Studio 15 Mellor Ave Catonsville, MD. No partner needed. Fees are $10/class.
The beautiful moves you learn in Salsa Rueda can also be used in Salsa.
Classical/Unique
Go To The Baltimore Museum of Art! The Collective: From All Angles
Saturday March 3, 2007 2pm & 8pm at The Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Drive, Baltimore, MD. "From All Angles," is a modern dance concert exploring different perspectives, both light and dark, through movement. The Collective will perform six works and premiere their first ever "Community Project," where members of the surrounding Baltimore community unite under the direction of Jennifer Ousse-Seye to portray the destructive and serene moments of a waterfall. Over twenty dancers and non-dancers will perform in "The Community Project." Also joining the concert will be both Equinox, the only adult dance company in Frederick, and Think, a modern dance company in residency at Design in Motion Dance of Gambrills, MD.Tix: $15/general admission, $10/students, seniors, and professional artists available at www.collective-dance.com by calling 410-935-5543; or at the door.
Joffrey Ballet
In its quest to bring world-class cultural offerings to Montgomery County, American Dance Institute will showcase the one of the world's finest classical ballet companies, the Joffrey Ballet's Arpino Apprentices on Saturday, March 3rd at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, March 4th at 1:30 p.m. The performances will offer children and aspiring young dancers an extraordinary opportunity to learn more about the journey of becoming a professional dancer. During the program, Joffrey Balletmaster Mark Goldweber will speak to the audience about the dances and the career stages of a ballet dancer.
Competitions & Events
March 1-4 2007: Mid Atlantic MADjam: West Coast Swing & Hustle Spectacular
The largest & most exciting swing dance weekend in the DC area take place at the Sheraton Premiere Hotel in Tysons Corner, VA. Over 50 of the worlds top swing dance performers and instructors present 3 days and nights jam packed with dance excitement. West Coast Swing, Hustle & Hand Dancing like you've never seen before. Over 30 Champions Workshops, 10 Beginner track workshops, Competitions for amateurs and pros for over $15,000 in cash & prizes. The best social dancing anywhere. 2 giant ballrooms.
- Sheraton Premiere - Tysons Corners, VA
- 3 Days and 3 nights of fun in 2 huge ballrooms
- Contests for $15,000 in cash and prizes
- 33 Champion Workshops
- Social Dancing
For more information or to purchase tickets go to
www.atlanticdancejam.com
Live Orchestra "8 y Más" at Gardel’
One Show, One Night, One Fabulous Chance to See some of the greatest latin and Latin jazz artists in the nation!
For more information look to the top left section of this newsletter: tickets go sale on our website! Click here.
Luvin' The Mambo and Michelle Reyes Bring You the March Sunday Social
Bethesda Dance Center 4900 Hampden Lane Bethesda, MD 20814
Sunday, March 11
5:00 - 6:00pm Beg/Int Shines and Turn Patterns
6:00 - 7:00pm Int/Adv Shines and Turn Patterns
7:00 - 10:00pm Mambo/Salsa Social Dancing
Music provided by DJ Jon Trevino
$35 Workshops (includes social)
$25 Workshop and Social (special discount for dance group members and student groups)
$10 Social Only
To pre-register and complete info: www.luvinthemambo.com or info@luvinthemambo.com or msreyes623@yahoo.com
Stuckonsalsa Brings You the Spring Fever Jam Pre Party
Caribbean Breeze 4100 North Fairfax Drive Arlington VA
Friday, March 16
Music by DJ Andy
Open dancing 10:00pm -2:00am
$10 cover
For complete info: www.stuckonsalsa.com
Spring Fever Jam
ClavaKazi Dance Studio 217 M St NW Washington DC
Saturday, March 17
Music by DJ Elvira and DJ Jose Rodriguez
Open dancing 10:00pm -2:00am
$10 cover
For complete info: www.stuckonsalsa.com
March 24
Submitted by: Maria Pradilla
Tango Dancers Wanted to Perform at the Alexandria Rhapsody in Red Gala Dance - Tango in La Boca I am the Entertainment Committee Chair looking for 3 to 4 couples to perform (dance socially) while the Tango orchestra plays. Free for the performers, includes light dinner and drinks (tickets are $200pp). Ambassador of Argentina attending. contact Maria at 703-975-5018 or mpradilla@generationsdancestudio.com http://www.generationsdancestudio.com
Mar 23 - 24
Charlotte Dancesport Challenge
UNC Charlotte, North Carolina
Organizer(s)/Director(s): Okan Pala and Tiffany Barnes
All amateur event -scholarships.
info@charlottedancesport.org 919-523-1329
http://www.CharlotteDancesportChallenge.org
April 18- 22
Wisconsin State Dancesport Championships
Dan & Becky Messenger organizers
Pfister Hotel, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
dancetrends@mindspring.com 262-367-3367
http://www.wiscstatedancechamp.com
April 20
Desert Challenge Intercollegiate Dancesport Championships
Sponsor: USA Dance of UNLV, Open to all colleges and universities, recognized by YCN of USA Dance
rebeldancesport@aol.com 702 895-3225 http://communitylink.reviewjournal.com/lvrj/ballroomdance
May 10-13
Easterns - Washington Dance Challenge
Hilton Dulles - Herndon, VA 1-800-Hiltons
Organizer(s)/Directors(s): Barry Durand
Pro-Am full UCWDC, plus Swing and Hustle
New This Year! Pro Am Ballroom - Smooth & Rhythm
Fri & Sat Evening Dances open to the public
durand5678@aol.com 201-939-4506 http://www.DanceEasterns.com
May 12
Inter-State Dancesport Challenge
Sheraton Premiere Tysons Corner, VA
Organizer(s)/Directors(s): Rickey Geiger Robert Woods
American & International Style
Pro/Am - Amateur - Student/Student - Exhibitions - Scholarships!
rlwoods@ix.netcom.com 703-938-2709 http://www.inter-statedancesport.com
May 24-27
American Star Ball Championships
Parsippany Hilton Hotel
Parsippany - New Jersey
Organizer(s)/Directors(s): Pete Taylor
Professional Rising Star and Open
Pro/Am, Amateur, and Junior events
American Star All-Around Scholarship
amstarprod@aol.com 302-221-0311 http://amstar.accessdance.com/
7. Dance Fitness Cruise with Dancing With Grace Productions
Prices From $789!
Schedule:
28-October Sunday- 5 p.m. Departure
29-October Monday, Cruising
30-October Tuesday, Kings Wharf, Bermuda
31-October Wednesday, Kings Wharf, Bermuda
01-November Thursday, Cruising
02-November Friday, Baltimore
The Average Temperature in October is 79 degrees during the day!
Ship Name: Grandeur Of The Seas
Departure Port: Baltimore, Maryland
Ports of Call: Baltimore, MD; Kings Wharf, Bermuda; Baltimore, MD
Departure Date: Oct 28, 2007
While best known for its shorts and golf courses, Bermuda has much more to Offer. And on a cruise vacation, you have the opportunity to see it all. Explore the underwater world or stroll along the historic streets of St. George. Relax on a pink-sand beach or swim in the sparkling turquoise waters. From sailing to shopping to sunbathing, the only thing you'll want in Bermuda is more time.
 Come enjoy a Fitness Dance Cruise filled with Dancing & Socializing, Grace & Hugo Teaching Salsa, Bachata, Latin Aerobics! Enjoy water aerobics w/Jim from Fun & Fitness Travel Club! Purchasing Cruises with a charter group gives you your own private dance instructors & guide to the ship & its activities!
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Call now to lock in the ultra-low rate of $789 for this cruise. To purchase, please call Cynthia at 800-955-9942 today! Mention that you love DancingWithGrace!" to get this special rate! For more details on the Fun & Fitness Travel Club visit their website at www.fun-fitness.com.
8. Physical Therapy for Dancers
ALL Therapy is a Physical Therapy Practice specializing in the care of dancers, athletes and general orthopedic populations.
Recently I (Grace) had the opportunity to hear a great lecture by Dr. Lord on physical therapy for dancers. I believe she is very qualified to help any dancer with their particular needs and hope that if you find yourself with an annoying muscle problem or other orthapedic problem you will seek the attention of a good physical therapist that not only understands the body but the DANCER!
Dr. Aisha L. Lord is the founder and owner of ALL Therapy and a lifelong dancer. Dr. Lord has incorporated dance and fitness into every aspect of her life. She has an extensive history in dance originating at the age of 3. Dr. Lord trained at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Performing Arts in New York City, New York. Dr. Lord co-founded a dance company at the University of Delaware, where she later received her Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sports Science. Afterwards, Dr. Lord performed nationally and internationally with a critically acclaimed dance company, while simultaneously receiving her Master of Science and Doctorate degrees in Physical Therapy from Columbia University's College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York City.
As a Physical Therapist, Dr. Lord currently works in the areas of inpatient & outpatient rehabilitation, and home care. With establishment of the ALL Therapy Private Practice Clinic in Washington DC in 2006, Dr. Lord has the opportunity to intertwine her education and experience in physical therapy rehabilitation with her love for dancing, fitness and helping others. Dr. Lord presents seminars and workshops to Dance & Athletic populations on the subjects of Injury Prevention & Rehabilitation.
ALL Therapy Private Practice Clinic is locateed at 1005 H Street, NE Washington, DC 20002 * (888) 93-ALL PT (932-5578) business * (301) 552-0011 fax * www.ALLTherapy.net.
9. Dance Shoes at Gardel’s
We are proud to offer quality dance shoes from the Elegance Shoe Company and Moon Light Dance Shoes. Check out our dance shoes at the DWG Store.
Gardels Shoe Sale: There will be another sneaker/dance shoe sale in April. Be on the lookout for dates.
If you have any questions about shoes please e-mail: DWGStore@dancingwithgrace.com.
10. Employment Opportunities
Salsa Instructor
Have you always wanted to be a salsa instructor? DWG is looking for outgoing male instructors 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. You must also have great organizational skills and love being early and on time! After you sign a contract with our company you will:
- Train with certified instructors monthly on how to dance better and have good technique.
- Train with certified instructors on how to train others weekly.
- Train and learn team and couple choreographies.
- Have the opportunity to perform for our company for charity and $$$.
- Learn how to train with "on the job training" at the prestigious Promenade Dance Sport Facility in Baltimore County.
- Teach at the biggest club in Baltimore, Gardel's Supper Club.
- When ready, find your own location to teach Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Mambo, or Cha-Cha.
- Perform and teach at corporate events, high schools, colleges, elementary schools and more!
- Have the opportunity to be on television.
- Have the opportunity to be in one of our next instructional videos.
- Be featured with the company in Expresión Magazine.
- 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 at least one Friday or Saturday evening free every week 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. We look forward to meeting with YOU! Serious inquires only.
Students who have the dream of becoming instructors should only apply after being trained for 2+ years. If you have rhythm and move fluently you can also take private classes for 1 year and depending on your dedication and level of dance you may be the perfect person for our team. We might even consider you for an assistant instructor position. If you are interested, please contact Grace Badillo.
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