Welcome to the August issue of Groove News.

In this Issue

	Never too soon!
	15th August
	Graduation Night
	Salsa with Style
	Free Class
	29th August
	QSST Team
	Contact Us

In Other News

Hip Hop Fusion now on the timetable, join for the block or come along on a casual basis.....

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Never too soon to social dance!

Here’s a little of what you can expect at Smooth Latin Groove and other social latin dance events.

It is generally much easier for the girls to go to a Salsa or Latin dance club and start dancing because you do not need to know much more than the basic step. A confident and experienced leader will be able to dance with you. But guys don’t despair: yes, the beginning is the most challenging part for you, but it quickly gets easier as you progress, and soon you will be able to take control of the dance - after all you are leading!

It’s a great idea to attend the workshop offered before the social dancing. It can break the ice; you can meet a few people and be comfortable asking them to dance later on.

Girls, you don’t have to wait for him to ask you for a dance. It is definitely OK to ask people to dance whether you are a guy or a girl.

For the guys, you might like to try something like, “Hi, my name is John and I’ve just started dancing. Would you like to have a dance with me?”

Latin dance is very popular and you may be on a crowded dance floor. Leaders it’s best to find an existing space on the dance floor, claim it your own and you will have a more satisfying result.

If your instructor asks you to dance, jump at the chance! You will be better in the long run for dancing with someone who is more experienced.

Dancing outside a class is definitely a whole new experience. There is no plan as the leaders will have to initiate the changes of moves and of course the follower does not know what is coming next. Leaders will change from move to move the followers will need to have to pay attention to the lead. If you are a guy and don’t know many moves, make sure you practice those that you have learnt already. Next time you will be able to add another couple of moves, and your repertoire will keep growing.

You might be overwhelmed by everything that you see at your first dance party. You may even want to leave early - that is fine. Not everyone always stays until the close. Chances are you will have a great time and want to do it again; and next time you will be less anxious about it and will know what to expect.

For more experienced dancers, try to have just one dance with a beginner. Look after them and make sure they enjoy the experience. The more enjoyable their night is, the more likely they will keep dancing and improving, and next time you will have a new friend to share Latin dance with.

Have a fantastic time on the social dance floor and enjoy your experience at Smooth Latin Groove!

Graduation Night

This is really just an excuse to have a bit of a party- with nibbles and finger food provided.

You can bring along a bottle of bubbles if you like!

Workshops 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Workshops are in two levels:

Merengue Fun Moves
&
Hip Hop Fusion

Everyone is welcome!

Workshop and social dancing is only $10 for SLG students and $15 for guests. Entry after 8:30pm is only $5 for SLG students and $10 for guests.

Come along, get dancing and learn something new. Have heaps of fun, meet new friends and, if you need assistance, your teachers are there to help!

Social Dancing from 8:30pm to 10:30pm with Smooth Salsa and Stylish Zouk along with a dash of Cha Cha Cha, Bachata & Gafieira Samba.

Pascale Dernocoure is the epitome of a trained dancer, with over 10 years experience in ballet, jazz, tap and contemporary dance. Her passion for Latin dance began 8 years ago, when she started teaching and performing in both Salsa and Samba. Since then, Pascale has proven herself to be an outstanding performer, placing second with partner Oren Shoshan in the 2006 Australian National Salsa Championships, as well as qualifying for and competing as a semi-finalist in the 2006 World Salsa Championships in Las Vegas. She has also performed at the LA Salsa Congress and taught in numerous cities across Australia, NZ and Asia.

Pascale has been a member of Australia's leading dance companies, including Latinize, Brazilian Touch Restaurant (Brisbane), Brazilian Fantasy, Club Salsa and LDA (Sydney), and is currently a Lead Instructor and Principal Dancer with Salsa Vibes in Sydney. She dances on ‘1’ and on ‘2’, and is known as a smooth follower and sensual stylist on the dance floor. She currently teaches group classes 3 nights per week in Sydney, and has attracted a huge loyal following of students with her extensive knowledge and friendly attitude.

Pascale is holding workshops at SLG on Saturday 22nd August. Don't miss out!

Free Dance Class! - especially for Beginners

Come along with your friends....

A fun & super easy session to help discover everyone's hidden Latin Groove! These classes will show you how easy it is to get started in the new 7-week progressive courses beginning at Smooth Latin Groove from 31st August 2009.

Bookings are Essential! No partner or experience required

I would like to book now!

SLG at the Queensland State Salsa Titles

Click on the picture above to watch the SLG Team in action at the QSST.

Congratulations Lucy, Dave, Natalie, Josh, Helen, Gavern, Desley & Ian.

- 2nd Place in the Teams Division!

Contact Us

Office Hours

Monday to Friday 1:00pm to 7:00pm

All bookings and inquires can be made ....

email:info@smoothlatingroove.com.au

web:www.smoothlatingroove.com.au

phone: 3848 2001

Smooth Latin Groove
1st Floor, 474 Ipswich Road, Annerley
07 3848 2001