Welcome to March News
Is this your first time at BSS Dance? The Gig Guide is updated every Wednesday and all
previous Newsletters are kept in the archives and can be read at your leisure.
Where to Learn? – Lessons page is updated every week so please do check for any last minute changes. For quick updates you may also visit our Facebook Page.
Read all “About Us” at your leisure and get familiar with our website. We post our News bi-monthly and the next 2 issues this year are September & November.
Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook for all your daily class and events update.
This is your News! so relax put your feet up and read on!
What’s New
Zumba at Plumpton
Come along Thursdays Nights and join Zumba Gold at our Plumpton venue 5.30-6.30pm.
Suitable for active adults and seniors who are looking for a modified Zumba class that recreates the original moves you love at a lower intensity.
How does it work? Amelia will introduce easy to follow Zumba Choreography that focuses on balance, range ofmotion and co-ordination to great latin, rocknroll and pop rhythms.
Don’t be shy! Bring bottled water and a hand towel. Casual gym gear.
New time for Ettalong
Please note this coming Monday 4 March Ettalong Beginners Class has been brought
forward to 6.45pm keeping it in line with all our Central Coast Class format.
New courses starting this coming Monday please spread the word. We still have vacancies.
Get your Diaries out……Upcoming Festivals
Fri 8-10 Kiama Jazz Festival
Sun 10 March RocknRoll Vintage Thirroul
Sat 16 Dave Harradine Fundraiser Club Liverpool
Sun 17 Camden Car Show Camden Showground
Sat 23 Sydney Veterans Lodge Luddenham ShownShine
Fri 29-31 Kurri Kurri Nostalgic Festival
Sat 30 The Art House Swing on This
New Venue Casula Community Centre Monday 4 March
We are happy to announce the new venue Casula Community Centre will start this coming Monday 4 March with Amelia Kalafatis. Amelia has been on the scene for 20 years and I have had the pleasure or working close with Amelia during those years. Fully qualified in Swing, Rockabilly and Rocknroll as well as an Event Organiser and Zumba Instructor we look forward to welcoming Amelia on our team at Casula and Plumpton.
6.45pm Beginners Rocknroll
7.45pm Intermediate RocknRoll
NSW STATE TITLES 2019
Entry Forms and Sponsorships will be open later this month.
Save the Date Saturday 10 August at Greyhound Social Club Yagoona.
More details to come. Be sure to like our Facebook Page and check our website later this month for all the news.
SWING KATZ FUNDRAISER
ROCK THAT SWING FESTIVAL is now live and the Swing Katz Junior team are hitting the workshops daily as I write this. Once again on behalf of the parents and the Dance School we are so grateful for each and everyone that contributed to the fundraiser to get these kids to Munich. This experience will be surely a major milestone in their dancing career.
New Gigs for Central Coast……Looking for something different
I’m always on the lookout for new venues, new bands, something different. February saw quite a few gigs and some new events on the Central Coast which was exciting. Unfortunately not all were well supported. Please don’t forget to give of your time and if necessary pay the entry fee to these fabulous events so we can have more on the Coast.
Galleria– has monthly Swing, Rockabilly and RocknRoll events free
Central Coast Leagues Club– the last Monday of the month there is Swing n Jazz downstairs at the club $10 fee
St Johns Heritage Churchsocial was a huge success. Our next date is Satuday 11 May.
Medals Date
First medal Day of the year will be held on Sat 11 May at East Gosford Progressive Hall between 1pm-3pm. We welcome spectactors to cheer along the students.
We encourage all students to join the Medals Day. They are designed to build
self -confidence and develop technique and provide a structured approach to measure each individuals progress. The Medal Series start from Bronze to Gold Star.
Please email me for your forms and syllabus. For more details speak to your class teacher at any of our venues.
Fees are payable by 21 April.
Swing Ball
Have you booked your seat for our first Swing Ball?
Swing like it’s the 1940s with one of our favourite local band The Aston Martinis.
Dress to impress and enjoy a night of dancing to a great mix of Cool Swing and Rock tunes.
These guys are fun and fabulous with lots of class and energy!!!
You won’t be disappointed.
Tickets available now online, bank deposit or at class.
Details here
Christmas in July Coast Shelter Appeal
I am jumping out of my skin with the announcement of Lucky Seven coming to the Coast for our Christmas in July this year. Save the Date Sat 27 July Central Coast Leagues Club. When a like minded attachment of musical aficionados’ grace the stage the result speaks for itself.
To encapsulate a genre of music that appeals to all generations is a winning formula
effortlessly perfected by these dapper gents.
Get ready to bop, drop and jive….. with Lucky Seven
More news on the Coast Shelter Donations and ticket sales next month. You won’t want to miss this event.
Chromefest 2019
All the bands have been locked in for Chromefest and I am happy to report that both major events will be held at Club Mingara Auditorium downstairs.
The Big Reveal will come later this month. In the meantime save the date.
Fri 25-Sun 27 October and book your accommodation. You won’t be disappointed.
Courtesy Call
Please pick up the phone and give us a call, email or text if you are unable to attend class.
If you have booked a private lesson and cancel on the day of the lesson a cancellation fee of $33 is charged and is payable.
Unfortunately we need to pass on the overhead costs.
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If you plant corn seeds you will grow corn
If you plant nothing……
Lets Rock, Let’s Swing
There are a handful of tickets left! Get in quick!!
This years theme is Wacky World Of Sports
Come in your favourite team, sports person, sports commentator, sports colours etc
Featuring one of the best Melbourne Bands Shane Magro Combo
Early Bird Ticket Prices limited time till 15th October $25 have ended.
Tickets from Tuesday 16 October will resume to the regular price of $30 plus online processing fee$1.50
Adults Tickets $30 Plus $1.50 processing fee link here
Children 6-16 years $16.50 link here
Parramatta RSL
Corner Macquarie & O’Connell Street Parramatta
7pm-11pm
If you wish to sit with friends please note tables of 8-10 on top floor
Middle floor tables strictly of 8
Please send request who you wish to sit with when ordering tickets.
Welcome to our July Update.
Please feel free to browse our website if you are visiting for the first time. We recommend to check our Lessons page and Events.
First on the list is our Wild Wild West Christmas in July event to be held at Central Coast Leagues Club on Saturday 28 July.
We are excited to have Melbourne band Smokin Wingtips with Dj Vinnie.
Tickets are available at the this link here
Please print your receipt and bring it along on the night.
NSW State Titles
Entries close in 2 weeks!
Please be sure to get them in early to avoid late payment fees.
We are grateful for the support of our Sponsors.
Argyle Estates
All Shook Up
Express First Aid
Sandy Simpson & Ray Ralla
VRRDA
Alley Katz
Rayon
If you wish to sponsor it’s not too late. Please email nswstatetitles@outlook.com
The latest news is the announcement of our cash prize sponsorship for selected Open Events. Stay tuned!
For all details regarding the competition please visit link here
Winter Courses
Yes it’s that cold time of year but don’t get stuck indoors instead come out and dance with us!
Central Coast new courses will be commencing in August yet intermediate level may drop in any week of the month. Swing classes will also be back in August.
Sydney classes / Emu Plains Mon 30 July and Concord Wed 1 August.
Kids classes will continue through school holidays to prepare for the NSW State Titles.
Please don’t forget to like our Facebook page for all daily update.
Lastly in our brief update is Chromefest Back to High School Hop.
Tickets are available for the Friday night event at the link below.
This is going to be a big night with 2 bands and Dj.
The Lincolns from South Australia and all the way from UK Class of 58.
Come join us celebrate Chromefest 10th Anniversary at club Mingara Friday 26 October. Check here for full details and to buy tickets
That’s all for now folks!
We are having a wonderful summer holiday in Italy and yet we miss you all!
Anna
HELLO SPRING!!
To all our newbies who are visiting our page for the first time please take some time to look through our website and facebook pages and familiarise yourself with our dance studio.
Where to Learn? – Lessons page is updated every week so please do check for any last minute changes. For quick updates you may also visit our Facebook Page Link here
NSW State Titles Re cap
Congratulations to all competitors and officials for a successful 2017 NSW State Titles Championship. It was the most pleasurable and fun championship I’ve had to organize since its conception in 2010. We had a fantastic team behind the scenes to which I am very appreciative of.
Thank you to all the support from our sponsors, officials, family, friends, dance studios and spectators. We have secured Saturday 11 August 2018 for our next championship.
All results and photos can be found on the Facebook link here
NEW SPRING Course Dates – Bring your friends –
Absolute BEGINNERS welcomed buy your first lesson and receive a FREE Lesson
Emu Plains & Camden Mon 28 August
Concord Wed 30 August
Gallipoli Legions Club Mon 4 September
Club Toukley Tues 5 September
Gosford Wed 6 September
Please visit Lessons page for full timetable here
Students Christmas Routine
Our popular students routine is back for our Christmas Party.
Please check with all venues to register your interest.
The following venues will start a 4 week course on the following dates:
-Plumpton will begin Thursday 7 September at 8pm.
-Gallipolli Legions Club Monday 4 September at 8pm
-Club Toukley Tuesday 5 September 8pm
-Gosford Wednesday 6 September 8pm
End of Year Christmas Party Story Book Theme
Get ready for this year’s end of year Christmas Party. Save the date Friday 8 December at Parramatta RSL with THE LINCOLNS from South Australia and home grown Hellcat III with Dj Vinnie. There will also be our popular student participation routine!
All welcomed ! family friendly.
This is an event not to be missed. Our theme is Story Book.
Tickets are now available the first 60 tickets have been sold in 3 days.
Purchase your tickets from the link here or book by emailing us and arrange to pick up at class.
One of a Kind Clothing
Chromefest is fast approaching and we are now collecting consignment. If you have any vintage or preloved Rockabilly ladies or mens clothing please email me. We have decreased our range and will not be accepting preloved shoes, jewellery, hats or handbags.
Visit our page here
Wanna Dance Scholarship
Announcing the candidate for Wanna Dance Scholarship kindly donated by Argyle Estates Business Brokers
Katara Lakehurst-Piek
Pictured here at the NSW State Titles
Friday Night Bop
Friday 27 October at The Entrance Leagues Club join us with Hellcat III.
We have 30 tickets remaining. Please note this is a seated event and there is a bistro available and ample car parking.
Tickets $15 and may be purchased at this link or book to pick up at class.
For more details visit our page here
Medal Examination
Our second medal examination night will be held at Gosford Hall Corner of Albany Street North & Henry Wheeler Place, Gosford on Wednesday 1st November at 7pm.
Please email us for the nomination form. Medals Fee for BSS students and All Shook Up Students is $35 per medal.
Spectactors welcomed for a small $5 fee.
Emu Plains Venue
Just a quick mention to note:
The school has advised to please note that Smoking is prohibited in the grounds of the school and in all government premises.
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Courtesy Call
Please pick up the phone and give us a call, email or text if you are unable to attend class.
If you have booked a private lesson and cancel on the day of the lesson a cancellation fee of $33 is charged and is payable.
Unfortunately we need to pass on the overhead costs.
