News 24th January 2012
What's happening at class...Whilst 2011 finished on a high note with 200 attending our Christmas Party and round one of Blitz tickets selling out, 2012 has started massively well with great atmosphere at all our classes in Brisbane, at Redcliffe and on the Gold Coast.
Choreography for our first two 2012 routines is totally finished and the cheat notes are good to go.
Both routines are looking great and start mid February but right now is the time to find a partner for both routines.
We will provide you with a sneak peek at some of our classes soon. Make sure you 'like' our Facebook page so you will know when this is happening. Girls, don't wait to be asked or you will miss out on a partner.
New Music
Thanks to everyone for the great feedback about all the new music. There's something in there for everyone.
Wednesday Night Social - pre-Public Holiday
Class at West End has been fantastic recently and there have been heaps of people at coffee after class.
Don't know many people at class? Going us for coffee is a great way to meet other regulars.
So, why not join us this Wednesday and make it a really social night by coming to coffee afterwards.
Sneak Peek at Dedication Routine
Those of you at class at Holland Park last night would have seen a sneak peek of the next I/A (Intermediate/Advanced) routine.
I have a meeting tonight so I can't make it to Chermside but Helen and I will give you another look at part of the routine Wednesday night at West End and again this Friday night at Weller's Hill.
TODAY ONLY - First Timers Only Offer = $10 for six classes.
Got some friends who've never attended a Le Step class?
$10 will get them a total of 6 classes to be used at 3 of our Brisbane venues.
(Holland Park, Chermside or Weller's Hill)
Send your friends this link to 'grab one':
http://www.grabone.com.au/brisbane/le-step
DanceBLITZ 2012 - first round of tickets sold out!
Round one sold out pretty quickly so don't miss out on round two of tickets.
Where: Maroochydore
When: 24th/25th March 2012
Workshops: 12 to choose from. Choose 6.
Teachers: 3 masters couples: Jesse & Maddie, Sean & Charlie, Lee & Helen plus some of our other local teachers.
All the info and online booking forms are on our web site under events...danceBlitz.
| ** Standard Booking and fully paid by 4th Feb 2012 | $140pp |
| ** Pay by 24th Feb 2012 | $150pp |
| ** Last minute booking - Paid by 16th March 2012 | $160pp |
Book now!
Beginner Workshop - 2hr Intensive
Technique covered will include:
- Rhythm and Timing
- Handholds and Leads from the Man
- Spinning Technique
- Footwork
- Freestyling
- Basic Dips and Drops; and
- Developing Your Own Style.
Give yourself a head start with a two hour intensive workshop!
| Date: | Sunday 5th Feb 2012 |
| Time: | 3:00 - 5:00pm |
| Cost: | Just $25pp for two hours |
| Venue: | St.Joachim's Hall - Crown St HOLLAND PK |
| Partner: | No partner required. However, if you organise your own partner we'll admit the two of you for $45 instead of $25ea. |
| Bookings: | Bookings essential. Book at any class or phone 3849 2553. |
| See Events - Workshops - Bris for full details. |
Aerials Workshop - calling all Intermediate and above dancers.
| Date: | Sunday 5th February 2012 | |
| Time: | 5:30 - 7:30pm | |
| Teachers: | Mick French & Julia Fifoot | |
| Cost: | $25pp for two hours | |
| Venue: | St.Joachim's Hall - Crown St HOLLAND PK | |
| Partner: | OWN partner required. | |
| Bookings: | Bookings essential. Book at any class or phone 3849 2553. |
Aerials at classes...
Our policy on aerials is discussed at all Aerials Workshops but in a nut-shell this is it;
- Absolutely no aerials to be done in the first freestyle session between 8:20 and 9pm.
- Aerials in second freestyle session only if there is enough space to do so safely.
- Only do aerials if you and your partner have received appropriate training.
- To practice you must have ample space and 'spotters'.
- Do not teach people aerials you may know! They must attend workshops to receive appropriate training from trained instructors. You teaching friends means you open yourself up to litigation when something goes wrong! (And it does!) Our experience is that dancers who are not trained teachers usually don't teach the wrong thing but (due to a lack of teaching experience) they often leave out a little piece of crucial information and that's when accidents happen.
- Finally... do NOT be talked into learning from someone who is not a trained teacher. Get expert advice. It's not worth risking serious injury.
So, if you would like to be a Mentor (1/2 price or if you are enrolled in the I/A routine this one is free) or if you would like to have someone mentor you, please let us know.
You can tell any of our door staff at any venue or better still, email mick@lestep.com.au with a subject title 'Mentor Routine'.
Any additional info about your dance experience, most frequently attended venue etc might be helpful in finding you a partner.
Find out more about our Mentor Routine by clicking the flier or going here.
I/A Routine 2012
If you are a girl, get in fast!!! Each year we have girls miss the boat when it comes to finding a partner.
So, if you're serious about doing it ask someone now!
Song, teachers, cost?
Click the flier here or for more info go here.
Wednesday Night Coffee - join us this week (pre-Public Holiday)
from 10:30pm at Coffee Club in Boundary St West End.
Here's a map.
Download your virtual card NOW.
The app you want is called "eCredible".
Simply present your virtual wallet (eCredible) at class and we will scan your membership barcode straight from your smart phone.
As more and more businesses adopt this technology it means you can have not only your Le Step membership card but lots of other membership cards stored on your phone instead of making your wallet or purse really bulky with cards.
iPhones
If you would like to download the eCredible app to your iPhone you can do so now at iTunes.
Click on the star to get your Le Step Membership card on your phone.
If your Membership card does not download to your eCred wallet, please
let us know as it probably means we don't have your correct mobile phone number.
Android Phones
The application for Android phones is now available in the android market.
Click on the star to get your Le Step Membership card on your phone.
If your Membership card does not download to your eCred wallet, please
let us know as it probably means we don't have your correct mobile phone number.
Please be aware that your experience with the eCred virtual wallet/purse will be fairly simple until more and more and more businesses sign up for the application and all its benefits. In the meantime, enjoy the fact that you are part of a new experience.
Le Step Brisbane was the first Queensland business to use eCredible but lots more will follow,
including some big name companies that we cannot mention just yet!
Think of it this way; if it's in your wallet we can probably put it on a smart phone instead.
Le Step dates for 2012
Here's some dates to get you started;
| Feb 5th | Beginner Workshop for new dancers. |
| Aerials Workshop | |
| Feb 12th | Mentor Routine starts |
| I/A Routine starts | |
| Feb 25th | Bris Dance Party |
| Mar 24 - 25th | DanceBLITZ - Sunshine Coast |
| Apr 28th | Bris Dance Party |
There is a list of Dance Party and other dates on our calendar page.
1st Brisbane Dance Party for 2012 is coming soon!
| Oct 15th | Sat | Brisbane Dance Party | 7:30 - 11:30 | |
| Mt.Gravatt Bowls Club | ||||
| 1873 Logan Rd Upper Mt.Gravatt | ||||
| Opposite McDonalds | ||||
| $15pp entry. Cheap drinks avail all night. |
Beginner DVDs at just $2 per move.
Each has 15 Moves plus technique stuff for $29.95. That's $2 per move.
Get both for $55 or get a beginner package deal on your first night.
You can order online (see our Le Shop pages) or check out the DVDs at any class.
Dress Code at Classes - Summer
Thanks to everyone for sticking to our 'Smart Casual or better' dress code.
A reminder guys that we do not allow 'shorts' at our classes - even in summer.
Shorts and dancing just do not work together. Get some cool trousers.
Also, guys for hygiene reasons we do not allow shirts with cut-off sleeves.
Most people dress appropriately but if you're not sure, please ask one of our friendly door staff for a copy of the dress code for guys or girls.
danceChamps 2012
Whether you're into competing or not, the danceChamps is a fantastic spectator event with some of Australia's top dancers coming to Queensland.
There are categories for everyone from beginner upwards.
If you are interested in competing please catch up with Mick, Lee, Helen, Julia, Kate or Anthony at class and we can point you in the right direction for more information.
The next competition is in Melbourne on the first weekend of May.
Our Brisbane danceChamps is on the first weekend of September.
Are you new to Le Step?
We know that the best dancers are those who get a really good understanding of the basics and the base moves.
Our advice is; Don't be in a rush to move into the Intermediate Class.
You're much better off spending a few more weeks making sure you've covered lots of the base moves and know them well.
Typically the boys require a few more sessions than their counterparts because there is a lot to think about when leading correctly and linking moves.
Our comprehensive curriculum means there is plenty of repetition of moves without getting boring.
So, stick to the Beginner and Re-Cap classes for a few extra weeks and become a sensational dancer with lots of moves!
Facebook "PAGE"
Maybe you have been part of our facebook 'GROUP' but we are now moving to a Facebook 'PAGE'.
Why? Because businesses are being told by facebook that they need to be a PAGE and not a group.
So, the time has now come to migrate everyone to our PAGE.
Go on, click the 'like' button.
Enjoy the dance floor!
From Mick, Rach and the Le Step Team