Ceroc Dunedin & Invercargill News and Events June 07

Hi Everyone,


The Ceroc Dunedin newsletter comes out every 2-3 weeks and keeps you all up to date with the social events and workshops that are being planned here in Dunedin and in other towns throughout NZ. We also include interesting stories and some great dance movement advice from teachers and dancers nationwide.



For the Invercargill Ceroc students I have included a special section on the Invercargill coming events.



Firstly I would like to thank Rebekah and Jimmy for inviting us to their fantastic party last month. It was very popular, and the Navy Reserve Hall proved to be a great venue. We will try to use it again if possible J



Many of you may remember Steve Lampert, he is a UK based Ceroc teacher who taught a fantastic 'Blues" workshop for us last year. Great news, Steve is returning to Dunedin and will be teaching workshops this weekend!, Saturday the 23rd and Sunday the 24th of June. We are also hosting a dance party this Saturday night to make the most of Steve's talents both as a dancer and a D.J! See below for details.



We have been very pleased that over the past 4 and half years we have been able to supply you all with the best value Ceroc classes in the country. Most North Island dancers are paying $13-$15 / class! Along with Ceroc Christchurch we have maintained our general fees at $10 / night. Unfortunately time has caught up with us, as has IRD, and we are now required to be GST registered. There have also been some increases in our overheads over the past 2 years that we are no longer able to absorb. The good news is we have been able to limit the increase in our fees to just $1, so our new general nightly fee will increase to just $11. The nightly student fee will also increase by $1 to $9. This increase will take effect from next week, Monday the 25 th BUT we will be holding our 'Multi – trip' concession cards at their current price until the end of the month. This will enable you 'Stock – Up' on Ceroc classes in advance at current great value prices! Full details are listed below.



I am changing to new Data Base Email system, if you receive this email more than once, or you do not wish to receive information from Ceroc Dunedin, please let me know and I will update the system. Thank you!!



There is SO much happening over the next month or so, I will just get straight into the details!





In This Issue:

Steve Lampert workshops and dance party THIS weekend
"First Saturday of the Month Dance Party" is being CANCELLED for July as we there are several other Ceroc events on that night.
'Dance Your Southern Sox Off' Dance marathon in Invercargill on Saturday the 30 th of June – organized by Venture Southland
7th of July Events, The Milton Ball in Milton and Adam's (Ceroc Wellington) Musical Interpretaion workshop and dance party in Wanaka
Invercargill Ceroc specific News
East and South Auckland champs – September 1 st 2007
Ceroc Christchurch social weekend in Hanmer Springs – September 8 th and 9th 2007
Simply Ceroc Weekend – Wellington – October 20th – 22nd 2007 (Labour Weekend)
New Class Fees
New Ceroc Beginners DVD is now available!
Introduce a friend to Ceroc and you both receive a %50 off voucher
Dairy dates.
Quote for the week.




Steve Lampert workshops and dance party THIS weekend



Steve Lampert

Ceroc Workshop 1



When: Saturday 23rd June 2007



Workshop Time: 3.00 – 5.00pm



**Where: Burns Hall, in the grounds of the First Church of Otago**



Workshop: Musicality:

This workshop is split into 2 parts. The first looks at identifying what a 'break' is in the music, how to predict and 'hit' it, and some ideas about what you can do when you do. The second part looks at dancing in different ways to different types of music commonly heard at modern jive.

Level: Beginner & above. As long as you can freestyle dance to a track of music, you will get value from this workshop!



Please register with Tom at class or contact John to secure your place in this fun workshop.



Cost: $25 or $40 for both Steve's workshops



Steve Lampert

Ceroc Workshop 2



When: Sunday 24th June 2007



Workshop Time: 3.00 – 5.00pm



**Where: South Dunedin Community Hall, King Edward Street, South Dunedin (Saxman venue)



Workshop: Dips and Leans

Level: Intermediate



This workshop starts with a first move seducer, and teaches some of the easier dips and leans to give you more of a "wow" element to your dancing.

PLEASE NOTE : We may add in 1-2 of his more difficult drops, depending on the level of the students attending the class.



Please register with Tom at class or contact John to secure your place in this fun workshop.





Cost: $25 or $40 for both Steve's workshops



Ceroc Dunedin

Special Dance Party



A great opportunity to practice some of the great new skills taught in the Musicality workshop earlier in the day by Steve Lampert.



Steve has won and been placed in several international Ceroc competitions at the highest level



This is a rear opportunity to dance with, or watch a Ceroc dancer of this caliber!



Where: Burns Hall, in the Grounds of the First Church of Otago, Lower Moray Place



When: Saturday 23rd June



Time: 8.00pm – 12.00



A beginner Ceroc class will run from

8.00pm – 8.45pm



Fee: $5.00 with a plate of food for supper

$10 without





First Saturday of the Month Dance Party



Due to the other events being held on the 7th of July we have decided to cancel the dance party for this month and focus on the party THIS weekend and plan for a bigger event on the 4 th of August!



'Dance Your Southern Sox Off' Dance marathon in Invercargill on Saturday the 30 th of June – organized by Venture Southland


Venture Southland is holding its 'Dance Marathon' as part of the 'Dance Your Southern Sox Off' promotional weekend. This event is FREE entry to everyone! Ceroc is performing three demonstrations and mini-classes during the day at Stadium Southland. We would like to invite as many Ceroc Dunedin dancers as possible to join us in providing a fun and entertaining session for the Invercargill public. Almost 20 dance styles will be represented during the day and each will present a 30 minute session. This also includes a demonstration from Invercargill's own Tim Shadbolt and his dancing with the stars partner, Rebecca Nicholson.



The day starts at 11.00am with Ceroc performing it's first session from 12.00 – 12.30 on Court 1. Full program details will be available at class this week. Please contact John if you would like to take part in the demonstration dancing.



We will then follow the days events with a

Ceroc Invercargill Dance Party



Where: Sacred Heart Church Hall 435 North Road Waikiwi

When: Saturday 30th June

Time: 7.00pm – 12.00midnight

Complementary Beginner class

7.15pm – 8.00pm



Fee: $5 each with a plate between two, or

$10 each (without a plate)





7th of July Events, The Milton Ball in Milton and Adam's (Ceroc Wellington) Musical Interpretaion workshop and dance party in Wanaka



The Milton Ball

Is on again! Last year we had a lot of fun at this great event. Once again there will be a very good live band pumping out some great 'very danceable' music. Ceroc will not be doing a specific demonstration this year, but we have been specifically invited back as we provided some awesome entertainment for those that were not dancing.



Tickets need to be reserved in ADVANCED and will be available to be picked up at the door on the night. Details are at class, or let me (John) know and I will reserve them for you.



Musical Interpretaion Workshop and Dance Party in Wanaka



Adam Nathanson & Mandy Britnell's Workshop – Musical Interpretation #2!

Level: All Levels .

Dancing is not just about performing a set of moves, it is about moving to the music in a way that follows all the highs, lows, little twiddly bits and dramatic changes. Learn how to interpret specific tracks while you are dancing, what to do with the starting and ending parts of the music and what moves to use, how to change the pace of your dancing throughout a piece of music and recognise breaks and accents. The workshop is not too technical, easy to follow and very user friendly. It is appropriate for dancers who can freestyle competently and wish to add more style and pizzaz to their freestyle dancing.

Phil's Party at the Barn! 7th June Phil Marsden from Wanaka has kindly offered to host a party for Ceroc at his place, The Barn, after Adam and Mandy's workshop on Saturday 7th July.

GOT A BED ? - Wanaka-ites - if you have a bed available for a visiting Cerocer please let Phil know.

NEED A BED ? – Contact Phil and either he'll put you in contact with someone who has offered a bed, or, there are a few spare beds/mattresses at the Barn so bring your sleeping bag or if you are feeling particularly brave there is plenty of space to pitch a tent! I'd take a good sleeping bag and a hot water bottle if I were you!

Please bring a plate of food for a pot luck dinner & give Phil a hug for hosting this party



Invercargill News and General Class Times



A special bonus THIS Friday night at the Sacred Heart Church Hall in Invercargill we will have (weather permitting!!) Steve Lampert in Invercargill to perform a demonstration, and take the beginner class. He will be dancing with Katie Bennett from Ceroc Dunedin.



Steve is an advanced dancer from the UK, Scotland, who has competed and placed in several international Ceroc competitions at the highest level. He is noted for his smooth 'Blues' style and his spectacular dips, drops and lifts. Steve is an entertainer and his classes are a lot of fun!! A night not to be missed!



The following weekend, the 30 th, Venture Southland is holding its 'Dance Marathon' as part of the 'Dance Your Southern Sox Off' promotional weekend. This event is FREE entry to everyone! Ceroc is performing three demonstrations and mini-classes during the day at Stadium Southland. We would like to invite as many Ceroc Invercargill dancers as possible to join us in providing a fun and entertaining session for the Invercargill public. Almost 20 dance styles will be represented during the day and each will present a 30 minute session. This also includes a demonstration from Invercargill's own Tim Shadbolt and his dancing with the stars partner, Rebecca Nicholson.



The day starts at 11.00am with Ceroc performing it's first session from 12.00 – 12.30 on Court 1. Full program details will be available at class this week. Please contact John if you would like to take part in the demonstration dancing.





We will then follow the days events with a

Ceroc Invercargill Dance Party



Where: Sacred Heart Church Hall 435 North Road Waikiwi

When: Saturday 30th June

Time: 7.00pm – 12.00midnight

Complementary Beginner class

7.15pm – 8.00pm



Fee: $5 each with a plate between two, or

$10 each (without a plate)



Invercargill Class Timetable



Fridays: Sacred Heart Church Hall, 435 North Road Waikiwi.



Intro-Mediate Class: 6.45pm – 7.45pm

Beginners class: 8.00pm – 9.00pm

Freestyle dance time: 9.00pm – 10.00pm



Saturdays: Unfortunately we have had to cancel the Saturday morning class due to other commitments, our apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.



Fees: $12.00 / Person, or $100 for a 10 class card



No need to book, just come along!



For info Email: cerocdunedin@yahoo.com.au or cerocsouthernlakes@xtra.co.nz

Or ph John on 021 313 043 or Emma on 021 566 013



East and South Auckland champs – September 1st 2007



The East and South Auckland Champs are on again and registrations are flooding in thick and fast. Tickets for these champs have SOLD OUT for the previous two years. They are very popular.



We already have a small group organizing to travel up for the weekend, if you are keen to compete or watch, then please let us know and contact East & South Ceroc for rules and entry details on:

www.dancer.co.nz

They have new event "Beginners Teams" working only off the 22 beginner moves and only 2 mins long it provides yet another event that the beginners can get involved in.



Ceroc Christchurch social weekend in Hanmer Springs – September 8th and 9th 2007



This great weekend is on again! Last year quite a large group of Dunedinites joined a very large group from ChCh in Hanmer Springs for a weekend or fun and (mainly) relaxation! We hired holiday homes and enjoyed many of the activities that Hanmer has to offer. These included mountain biking, bush walks, Golf and of course, the therapeutic hot springs! We also had a dance party on the Saturday night, 'cause we just couldn't help ourselves!! J



If you are interested in joining us this year, please let Donna know ASAP so that she can arrange enough houses and beds.



Simply Ceroc Weekend – Wellington – October 20th – 22nd 2007 (Labour Weekend)



See the bright orange pamphlets at class. Get your bookings in soon!



New Class Fees



General Casual Nightly Fee: $11.00

Student Casual Nightly Fee: $9.00

General 10 Trip Concession Card $100.00

Student 10 Trip Concession Card: $75.00

General 40 Trip Concession Card: $340.00



Private Lessons will remain at $60.00 / hour





New Ceroc Beginners DVD is now available!



We have had several requests for a Ceroc Beginners DVD. Well now we have one! Ceroc NZ has produced a DVD that is available through the Ceroc braches nationwide and available online at www.dancedvds.co.nz . The DVD covers 21 beginner moves, 6 routines, some technique tips about topics such as the handhold, posture and footwork, and also a small section of freestyle so that you can show your friends what Ceroc is all about.



The DVD costs $45 and is available at the front desk of all our Ceroc classes. For more information email info@dancedvds.co.nz or call 021 217 9863.





Ceroc Dunedin Blog Spot – Party Photos



All the Masquerade Ball photos are now on the Blog!! Check them out at http://cerocdunedin.blogspot.com



Some of the older photos can be accessed through the archive menu on the right hand side of the Blog.



Introduce a friend to Ceroc and you both receive a %50 off voucher.



If you introduce a friend to Ceroc, you will BOTH receive a %50 off voucher for your next Ceroc night. Be with your friend when they register at the front desk on their first night to receive your voucher.







Dates For Your Dairy:



23-24 June 07 – Steve Lampert Workshops



30th June 07 – Dance Your Southern Sox Off, Invercargill



1st September 07 - The Ceroc East & South Auckland Champs. www.dancer.co.nz



8th & 9th September 07 – Hanmer Springs Weekend



October 07 - Ceroc Australia Champs, Sydney. www.cerocaustralia.com.au



20th - 22nd October - The Simply Ceroc Weekend, Wellington. www.cerocwellington.com



Still awaiting confirmation: The Taranaki Champs



For all upcoming events nationwide, please refer to our website - www.ceroc.co.nz





Quote for the week

"Great dancers are not great because of their technique - they are great
because of their passion.'"
~Martha Graham







The language of movement requires no words - neither for its expression, nor for its understanding.

Without uttering a syllable, the vocabulary of dance speaks directly to the senses, seducing the heart and securing the soul.

~ Royal NZ Ballet ~





Kind Regards

John, Monique, Ben, Katie and the Ceroc crew