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World of Dance Championship 2017

Miriam Combs on May 18, 2017

THE TITLE OF PHOENIX DANCE STUDIO WORLD OF DANCE CHAMPION COMES WITH $1000 CASH PRIZE AND ETERNAL GLORY FOR THE VICTOR!

This years World of Dance Championship is starting to heat up as the entrants sign up to compete for the Title, the Glory and the $1000 cash prize.

We also have the first of our sponsors on board so we’ll start introducing you next week.

Here’s the rundown on how it works.

This championship is not for the faint hearted as every dancer has their achilles heel and even with the best laid plans there is no knowing which dance you’ll draw. Contestants have their dance drawn at our social dance at Phoenix dance studio on the 3rd June. Then they have just 5 weeks to perfect a dance showcase in that style to be performed in full costume on 8th July.

The 3rd June will be a great afternoon for a dance and also a good chance to chat with some of our suppliers and sponsors about dance wear and shoes. Everyone is welcome. Towards the end of the afternoon, dances will be drawn from a hat by our brave contestants to discover which particular dance they will be working on for the next 5 weeks of blood, sweat and tears!

Anyone can enter from any level, and the music, choreography and costuming is decided by their instructor in consultation with them.

Feel free to speak to any of our instructors if you want more details or if you have any questions about the World of Dance Championship. Half the spots are gone already so if you’re ready to go, excited and feeling brave then get your name down quick!

Footluce Salsa at Phoenix!

Miriam Combs on July 19, 2016

New for Tuesdays! Ladies Solo Salsa Courses – Footluce Salsa at Phoenix!

Want a course that focusses on the ladies, without needing a partner? Want the time to cement your salsa steps? How about adding some style and armwork? Then this is for you!

Lucy Morton is currently ranked 3^rd in Australia for Solo Salsa and started Footluce Salsa earlier this year. Her ladies classes boost wellness, tone both mind and body, and focus on good technique and buildable skills. Running as 5 week courses, Ladies Solo Salsa will give you the skills to dance solo or ‘shine’, with the added bonus of improving your partnered Salsa and benefitting other dance styles.

Ladies Solo Salsa – Basics 1 (5 weeks) $80

Tuesdays 7.45-8.30pm, 9 Aug to 6 Sept

This course will focus on basic salsa steps, direction changes, and add feminine styling through body and arm-work. Moves are progressively joined so that by the end of the course you will have learned a simple routine. Each class builds on your timing, balance, co-ordination, fluid movement and confidence – and you won’t walk out with your cares still on your mind! No partner required and no prior experience needed. For more information and bookings go to www.footlucesalsa.com or phone Lucy on 0424 618 986.

World of Dance Championship 06.08.2016

Miriam Combs on July 19, 2016

Championship Sponsors

This year in addition to a $1000 cash prize for 1st place we have some very generous sponsorship from local businesses, with some fantastic prizes on offer. A huge thank you to…

Amor Hotel Directly across the road from Phoenix Dance Studio, they have very kindly offered a complimentary accommodation voucher in a Deluxe courtyard queen room for two inclusive of Buffet Breakfast. Valued up to $430!

Sriani Total Dance Located in just down the road in Canterbury. A fantastic place for practice wear, costumes, shoes and dance accessories. $200 Dance wear Voucher!

Tiptoe Shoes A huge range of dance shoes in styles and sizes to fit everyone. A pair of Latin or Ballroom Dance Shoes!

And so it begins…..

Our brave dancers have all been assigned a dance at random and are hard at work with their teachers selecting music, working on choreography, planning costuming….the place is a buzz of excitement.

The day of the championship is already getting closer… Date of the big event for those of you not counting it down to the last hour:

6th August 2016

Tickets are now on sale $30

Children’s Latin Dance Class New Term

Miriam Combs on April 10, 2016

Children’s Latin Dance Class New Term

This is quite an old post so view are current Kids classes on our website here:

Kids Latin Dance Class

Every year we have a lot of interest for Latin Dance Classes for children so… here it is, our program of classes specifically for 8-12yr olds! This class will begin by covering the basic step patterns in Cha Cha Cha and Jive, latin dance lead/follow technique as well as fundamentals in latin cuban action and footwork. As the year progresses, there will be the option for children to complete standardised exams through the Australian Dancing Society.

Children’s Latin Dance Class -Monday @ 4.00pm-4.45pm. (class duration 45mins)

These classes will run with the school term. Starting on 5th April .

Class numbers are strictly limited so contact us today to make a booking or click on the button below to book through our online booking system, mindbody.

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To register your interest, contact us with questions or if you’d like us to make the booking for you please contact us via email or phone.

Children’s Latin Dance Class

Miriam Combs on January 18, 2016

Children’s Latin Dance Class

Every year we have a lot of interest for Latin Dance Classes for children so… here it is our first program of classes specifically for 8-12yr olds! This class will begin by covering the basic step patterns in Cha Cha Cha and Jive, latin dance lead/follow technique as well as fundamentals in latin cuban action and footwork. As the year progresses, there will be the option for children to complete standardised exams through the Australian Dancing Society.

Children’s Latin Dance Class -Monday @ 4.00pm-4.45pm. (class duration 45mins)

These classes will run with the school term. First term 8 weeks -1st Febuary-21st March.

Cost is $136 for the first term, or pro rater @ $17 per class for children that start part way through the term. There is a once off registration fee of $30 at sign up.

Class numbers are strictly limited so contact us today to make a booking or click on the button below to book through our online booking system, mindbody.

Book online

To register your interest, contact us with questions or if you’d like us to make the booking for you please contact us via email or phone.

January Group Dance Classes 2016

Miriam Combs on January 17, 2016

Group Dance Classes Start This Week!

Hey everyone, all our group dance classes recommence this week. All the classes are the same time, same place as last year so get yourself booked in for your favourite class now! Or, if you haven’t been in to see us yet, get the new year going with the dancing you’ve always wanted to do. Dance classes run every night of the week and Saturdays.

Group Dance Class Timetable

Monday – Argentine Tango – 7:00pm
Monday – Swing – 7:45pm
Tuesday – Salsa – 7:00pm
Wednesday – Modern Ballroom, Waltz– 7:00pm
Thursday – Latin American, Cha Cha Cha– 7:00pm
Friday – Beginner Salsa & Bachata – 7:00pm
Saturday – Street Latin, Argentine Tango – 11:30am

To book in you can follow the link to our online booking service, mindbody to do it yourself, or give us a call or send an email and we’ll do it for you.

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If you’ve got any questions a just want to chat about dancing we can do that too.

Dance Floor Etiquette

Miriam Combs on November 1, 2015

Dance Floor Etiquette

At Phoenix Dance Studio we have a pretty friendly and considerate crowd of people. But every now and then, we get asked about what to do and how to behave at functions, group classes and practices. So here you go, a few simple things to keep in mind when dancing with a partner.

1. Remember you’re not the instructor.

When you are dancing with someone who is making some mistakes it’s tempting to correct them as you dance around the floor. If they ask for help, that’s one thing, but nothing is certain to make them trip up more than having a partner pointing out everything that they are doing wrong. The best way that you can help them is to focus on your own dancing and be a good partner for them. If you are in a class, ask the instructor for help by saying something like “We are having a bit of trouble with this bit, can you have look at it?”

2. Look as fresh as possible.

Clean clothes? Showered in recent memory? Deodorant? Breath check? You’re going to be dancing in pretty close with a few different people. As a courtesy to them make sure that you are pleasant to be close in with. If you sweat a lot, that’s fine, you’re dancing and getting hot, but perhaps bring a towel, or excuse yourself to freshen up now and again.

3. Look around.

When you’re dancing, be aware of your surroundings. Yes, the gentlemen are leading, but ladies should have their dance floor radar switched on too. Also, remember that experience gives way to inexperience on the floor. If you have been dancing for some time then you should know several ways to manoeuvre around dancers who are still working on the basics, don’t plough through them just so you can show off that new combo that you’ve been working on.

4. Don’t be shy.

Men, stand up, walk over and ask her. It’s just a dance for goodness sake and you’re in a dance studio, it’s what everyone is there for. Ladies, there’s no reason that you can’t get up and ask the man for a dance, it’s not 1930. I assure you that so long as you are clear and polite it is incredibly unlikely that anyone will say no.

On the other side, if you are asked to dance and are going to say no, you’d better have a very good reason for it. At a dance venue it’s pretty impolite to turn someone down the first time that they ask you. So unless you’re injured or tired from having just been on the floor (in which case say so), get up on your feet and have a dance. It can often take a bit of courage to ask someone to dance, so respect that and say “Yes, thank you.”

So there you are, it’s not rocket science, just courtesy and respect for others. Happy dancing!

Argentine Tango & Swing Group Classes

Miriam Combs on September 1, 2015

Argentine Tango & Swing Group Classes

We have two new group classes starting this month!

Every Monday evening there will be an Argentine Tango Class at 7pm and then a Swing Class at 7:45pm.

Argentine Tango and Swing are two of our most enduring and popular dance styles and are both asked for regularly at our Saturday Morning Street Latin Class and whilst both dances will still be covered in rotation with the other Street Latin dances on Saturdays at 11:30am, we felt that classes were needed to focus of these styles exclusively also.

All levels are welcome so don’t be shy if you feel that these aren’t your strongest styles and don’t worry if you’ve danced these quite a bit already, there will be plenty in the classes to challenge and progress your dance skills.

See you on the dance floor!

Monday –7.00pm Argentine Tango; -7.45pm Swing

Tuesday –7.00pm Salsa

Wednesday –7.00pm Modern ballroom-English Tango

Thursday –7.00pm Latin American -Samba

Friday –5.30pm Beginners Salsa and Bachata

Saturday –11.30am Street Latin -Swing

Free Salsa & Bachata Class!

Miriam Combs on June 11, 2015

Free Salsa & Bachata Class!

During May we tried out a free Salsa & Bachata class on Friday evenings. We are happy to announce that it’s been a success and therefor we will keep it running as an ongoing class.

It’s still free and a fantastic way to get your weekend off to a great start. The class is tailored for beginners but that doesn’t mean that the more advanced dancers won’t pick up some good tips and techniques as well.

Phoenix Dance Studio run Private Dance Lessons, Group classes & even lessons especially for your Wedding Dance. To learn more visit the links before booking your FREE consultation.

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World of Dance Championship 2015

Miriam Combs on June 9, 2015

World of Dance Championship 2015

It’s nearly here!

Every year, we have our biggest night of dancing at the Phoenix Dance Studio World of Dance Championship with a cash prize for first place of $1000.

Entry is open to anyone taking lessons at Phoenix, even if you’re only taking those lessons to win the World of Dance Championship. Beginners to advanced dancers are all welcome to try, but entry is limited to just fifteen places and entry closes on 13th June 2015.

So, what’s involved? What do you actually have to do to win $1000?

During our Salsa & Bachata Dance Party on 13th July we will match up each entrant with one of fifteen dance styles selected at random. Then they have the next five weeks to perfect a uniquely choreographed routine in that style and perform it on the evening of the championship. Don’t be nervous about entering, challenge yourselves and you’ll be amazed what you can achieve in a short period of time.