Cha Cha Cha Archives - Learn To Dance https://learndance.co.uk/tag/cha-cha-cha/ Ballroom & Latin American Dance School based in Berkshire & Buckinghamshire Fri, 30 Aug 2024 21:11:06 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2 https://learndance.co.uk/test2/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/cropped-LTD-Logo-800-32x32.jpg Cha Cha Cha Archives - Learn To Dance https://learndance.co.uk/tag/cha-cha-cha/ 32 32 Weekly Update Sunday 11th August 2024 https://learndance.co.uk/2024/08/11/weekly-update-sunday-11th-august-2024/ Sat, 10 Aug 2024 23:11:24 +0000 https://learndance.co.uk/?p=4899 Here's what's going on at the studio for the week commencing Sun 11th August, including Cha Cha & Viennese Waltz in our adult group classes.

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    Instagram…flower power

    We discovered an interloper making their way into the studio this week!


    Beginner Jive Course

    There will be a beginner Jive course (triple-step not Rock and Roll) starting from Sunday 8th September at 6pm.

    The four week course costs £35pp and is available to book now.

    To reserve a space for another person please visit the Full Booking System.


    Quickstep Course

    Black & white picture of dancers on our Glastonbury dance break weekend.

    We will have a 6-week Quickstep course starting from Monday 9th September.

    The course will start with a focus on the basics, and improving your technique, before moving on to a variety of figures for navigating the floor.

    The course costs £50pp and is available to book now. To reserve a space for another person please visit the Full Booking System.


    Foxtrot American Smooth Course

    We will be continuing with the theme of American Smooth in September, this time focusing on the Foxtrot.

    With this course we will show you a number of moves and figures that you can introduce into your regular Foxtrot (or entirely in place of) to get around the floor with some added pizazz!

    The 6-week course costs £50pp and is available to book now. To reserve a space for another person please visit the Full Booking System.

    You do not need to have attended the previous American Smooth courses.


    Glastonbury Dance Break

    Next year’s Glastonbury Dance Break will take place from Friday 7th – Sunday 9th March 2025.

    This break will focus on Viennese Waltz, and the theme of the Saturday night will be ‘Viennese Ball’.

    The break costs £225pp but you can save £15pp if you book and pay in full by 30th November 2024.

    We only have 8 solo rooms remaining already!

    To reserve a space for another person please use the Full Booking System.

    Read more…


    Like What We Do?

    Thank you to those that have been able to leave a review this week, we’re almost a 5th of the way to our target of 100 reviews!

    Being highly ranked on Google Maps really helps us be found when people are searching for dance classes online, so we’d appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave one.

    We’d really appreciate it if you could take a few moments to click this link, visit our Google page, and leave us a review (5* not compulsory but appreciated 😄)


    Upcoming

    Dance Workshops

    Social Events


    Downloads

    Download our most recent schedules


    Latest Videos

    Missed this week’s videos? Check them out below:

    Life Finds A Way!

    We hope you enjoy these little peeks into lessons and classes, and look forward to seeing you soon.

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    Weekly Update Sunday 4th August 2024 https://learndance.co.uk/2024/08/02/weekly-update-sunday-4th-august-2024/ Fri, 02 Aug 2024 17:25:29 +0000 https://learndance.co.uk/?p=4890 Here's what's going on at the studio for the week commencing Sun 4th August, including Quickstep & Cha Cha in our adult group classes. We only have 3 tickets left for our Summer Dinner & Dance on Friday 9th August, bookings close 2nd August!.

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    Instagram…learn to dance in the rain!

    Never has this gift from a student been more apt than last night when the heavens suddenly opened right before classes!


    No Tea Dance on Friday 9th August

    Cherry Orchard Dance Studio Venue Hire Interior Panoramic

    There will be no Friday afternoon tea dance on Friday 9th August. Tea Dances on Monday 5th and 12th August are unaffected and the sessions will resume on Friday 16th August.


    Summer Dinner & Dance

    Summer barbecue dinner and dance spread

    Our summer dinner & dance takes place on Friday 9th August. Doors open at 7pm with food ready around 7.30pm/7.45pm.

    The menu includes a selection of meats, halloumi kebabs, five side dishes and a summer dessert.

    The evening costs £40pp and includes a welcome drink. We only have 3 places remaining! Bookings close Friday 2nd August.


    Beginner Jive Course

    There will be a beginner Jive course (triple-step not Rock and Roll) starting from Sunday 8th September.

    The four week course costs £35pp and is available to book now.


    Quickstep Course

    Black & white picture of dancers on our Glastonbury dance break weekend.

    We will have a 6-week Quickstep course starting from Monday 9th September.

    The course will start with a focus on the basics, and improving your technique, before moving on to a variety of figures for navigating the floor.

    The course costs £50pp and is available to book now.


    Foxtrot American Smooth Course

    We will be continuing with the theme of American Smooth in September, this time focusing on the Foxtrot.

    With this course we will show you a number of moves and figures that you can introduce into your regular Foxtrot (or entirely in place of) to get around the floor with some added pizazz!

    The 6-week course costs £50pp and is available to book now. You do not need to have attended the previous American Smooth courses.


    Like What We Do?

    Did you know we only have 17 reviews on our Google page?! (OK yes they’re 5* so amazing, but we really need to up the number!)

    We would like to get up to at least 100 reviews, as this really helps us be found when people are searching for dance classes online.

    We’d really appreciate it if you could take a few moments to click this link, visit our Google page, and leave us a review (5* not compulsory but appreciated 😄)


    Upcoming

    Dance Workshops

    Social Events


    Downloads

    Download our most recent schedules


    Latest Videos

    Missed this week’s videos? Check them out below:

    Beginner Bachata Time

    Peek Into Our Rumba Class

    We Love Wedding Dances

    We hope you enjoy these little peeks into lessons and classes, and look forward to seeing you soon.

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    Weekly Update Sunday 19th May 2024 https://learndance.co.uk/2024/05/18/weekly-update-sunday-19th-may-2024/ Sat, 18 May 2024 22:26:48 +0000 https://learndance.co.uk/?p=4829 Here's what's going on at the studio for the week commencing Sun 19th May, including Cha Cha & Viennese Waltz in our adult group classes. However the Beginner Rumba course is no longer taking place

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    Instagram…Rihanoff Rumba

    This morning was filled with technical, but fun, workshops covering the four main Latin American dances. We’ll have a highlight reel later in the week. There was some great feedback and we’re looking forward to arranging future workshops like this.


    Upcoming Courses

    Learn To Dance Group Lesson at Cherry Orchard Studio

    We have made the decision to cancel the Beginner Rumba course that was due to start tomorrow evening. Unfortunately there just wasn’t enough interest to make this course viable.

    With that in mind we also need a few more people booked in for the Bachata course that is due to start on Monday night, so if you were planning on taking part please book in ASAP!

    The American Smooth course extension starts on Wednesday 22nd May. This extension will be looking at some fun Waltz sequences you can bring in to your standard Waltz routines.


    Simply Swing Live Band Event

    Advert for our Simply Swing Live Band Ballroom and Latin American dance social event on Friday 28th June 2024

    For our June social we have invited a wonderful Ballroom and Latin American band, Simply Swing, to come to the studio.

    The evening will feature 3 x 40minute live sets, with recorded music provided during the breaks.

    Tickets cost £50pp and the event is available to book now. To reserve a space for another person please click here.

    We are already over 55% booked. More Details…


    Bournemouth Dance Weekend

    Happy couples wearing 'Guys and Molls' Charleston theme for a Quickstep dance weekend, in a Ballroom dance hold and leaning towards the camera

    Our Bournemouth Dance Weekend will take place at The Queens Hotel & Spa this year from Friday 4th-Sunday 6th October.

    As well as DB&B our students will also have access to their indoor pool and jacuzzi, as well as discounted spa treatments.

    This year’s break will be Quickstep & Jive with a ‘Guys & Molls’ theme to the Saturday night.

    The cost will be £315pp, with a £70 single person supplement.

    There are also upgrades available (based on 2 sharing) of £20pp to a Supreme Double or £40pp to a Junior Suite.

    We only have 1 Supreme Doubles and 1 Junior Suite remaining. All Solo Rooms are now fully booked. All other rooms are currently fully booked but we may be able to get a couple more rooms added to our allocation.

    Photos of the Queen’s Hotel & Spa

    Upcoming

    Dance Workshops

    Social Events


    Downloads

    Download our most recent schedules

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    Weekly Update Sunday 12th May 2024 https://learndance.co.uk/2024/05/12/weekly-update-sunday-12th-may-2024/ Sun, 12 May 2024 00:33:27 +0000 https://learndance.co.uk/?p=4813 Here's what's going on at the studio for the week commencing Sun 12th May, including Quickstep & Cha Cha in our adult group classes, our exam session on Sunday, and Kristina Rihanoff Workshop morning.

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    Instagram…Spring Chicken

    We had another wonderful dinner & dance event on Friday night. A highlight reel will come this week, but in the meantime we shared a few images before guests arrived.


    YouTube…The Waltz Reverse Turn

    Last week’s video looked at the Reverse Turn in the Waltz (we didn’t get a chance to video this week). We also then show you how to use this, combined with previous videos, to make your way around the dance floor.

    Feel free to check out our YouTube channel for more videos. The more you watch and like our videos it really helps us to be recommended to other viewers so we’d appreciate that too.


    Kristina Rihanoff Workshop Day

    Kristina Rihanoff promo shot from Strictly Come Dancing as a Latin American dance professional

    This is your last chance to book for the Kristina Rihanoff workshops at the reduced rates. Any on-the-door attendees pay £25/workshop.

    The workshops cost £25pp, £42.50 for any two, £57.50 for 3 or £70 for all four.

    Last few places remaining.


    Simply Swing Live Band Event

    Advert for our Simply Swing Live Band Ballroom and Latin American dance social event on Friday 28th June 2024

    For our June social we have invited a wonderful Ballroom and Latin American band, Simply Swing, to come to the studio.

    The evening will feature 3 x 40minute live sets, with recorded music provided during the breaks.

    Tickets cost £50pp and the event is available to book now. To reserve a space for another person please click here.

    We are already over 50% booked. More Details…


    Bournemouth Dance Weekend

    Happy couples wearing 'Guys and Molls' Charleston theme for a Quickstep dance weekend, in a Ballroom dance hold and leaning towards the camera

    Our Bournemouth Dance Weekend will take place at The Queens Hotel & Spa this year from Friday 4th-Sunday 6th October.

    As well as DB&B our students will also have access to their indoor pool and jacuzzi, as well as discounted spa treatments.

    This year’s break will be Quickstep & Jive with a ‘Guys & Molls’ theme to the Saturday night.

    The cost will be £315pp, with a £70 single person supplement.

    There are also upgrades available (based on 2 sharing) of £20pp to a Supreme Double or £40pp to a Junior Suite.

    We only have 1 Supreme Doubles and 1 Junior Suite remaining. All Solo Rooms are now fully booked. We only have 4 rooms remaining from our allocation!

    Photos of the Queen’s Hotel & Spa

    Upcoming

    Dance Workshops

    Social Events


    Downloads

    Download our most recent schedules

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    Vienna Dance Break 2025 – Experience Viennese Ball Elegance https://learndance.co.uk/2024/04/22/experience-elegance-vienna-dance-break-2025/ Mon, 22 Apr 2024 09:00:00 +0000 https://learndance.co.uk/?p=4766 Are you ready to waltz your way through a magical weekend in Vienna? Join us from Thursday 13th to Sunday 16th February 2025 for an unforgettable Vienna dance break, where music, history, and elegance blend into an enchanting experience.

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    Are you ready to waltz your way through a magical weekend in Vienna? Join us from Thursday 13th to Sunday 16th February 2025 for an unforgettable Vienna dance break, where music, history, and elegance blend into an enchanting experience.

    Your Vienna Dance Break 2025 Journey Begins

    Depart from London Heathrow, with possible regional flights available upon request, and dive into the comforts of a well-planned trip including flights, transfers, and a luxurious 3-night stay at the 4-star Hotel Kaiserhof Wien. Known for its splendid decor and prime location, the hotel promises a comfortable and stylish base from which to explore the grandeur of Vienna.

    A Night of Glamour at the Johann Strauss Ball

    The highlight of your stay will be the prestigious Johann Strauss Ball at the Kursalon Wien on Saturday, 15th February. Dressed in your finest, you’ll enjoy a Gold Package ticket, starting your evening with a sumptuous gala dinner. As the night unfolds, the ballroom doors open to a spectacle of beauty and tradition, led by debutantes from a local dance school.

    Dance the Night Away on our Vienna Dance Break 2025

    Immerse yourself in the sounds of a live orchestra playing iconic Viennese waltzes and polkas, along with a mix of waltz and tango music. Every half hour, the mood shifts as a band takes over, offering a variety of ballroom and Latin American dances. Throughout the evening, enjoy varied entertainment including live singers and dance performances. Don’t miss the mass Quadrille at midnight—a playful yet chaotic dance that is sure to be a highlight of the night. The ball extends until the early hours of 4am, but feel free to retire whenever you wish. Upon departure, ladies will receive a charming gift, a testament to a night well spent. Our Vienna Dance Break 2025 promises to be an unforgettable experience!

    Explore at Your Leisure

    With no fixed excursions planned, you have the freedom to discover Vienna’s rich history and culture at your own pace. Optionally, join a group dance lesson if there’s enough interest, or book other excursions through our travel agent to enrich your experience.

    Tailored for Solo Dancers

    Solo followers need not worry about finding a dance partner for the evening. It’s common for solo followers to share the cost of hiring a dance leader, making the experience accessible and enjoyable for everyone.

    Booking and Costs

    The total package is priced at £1,300 per person, covering flights and accommodation, with an expected additional cost of around £200 per person for the ball ticket. A 25% deposit is required upon booking, with the balance due 90 days before the break. Please note, ball ticket prices will be confirmed by June/July 2024 and must be paid in full at that time. A single person supplement of £265 applies.

    Reserve Your Spot on our Vienna Dance Break 2025

    Don’t miss this chance to experience one of Vienna’s most celebrated events. To book your Vienna dance break, contact our travel agent Mark Pollard at 01628 675111 or via email at mark@wherewouldyouratherbe.co.uk. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 0930 – 1700.

    Prepare yourself for a weekend filled with dance, culture, and unforgettable memories. We look forward to welcoming you to Vienna in 2025!

    Johann Strauss Ball Vienna Dance Break Weekend Outfits

    Please let us know if you have any questions about the break, or contact the travel agent for specific booking enquiries.

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    Simply Swing Live Band – Friday 28th June 2024 https://learndance.co.uk/2024/04/14/simply-swing-live-band-friday-28th-june/ https://learndance.co.uk/2024/04/14/simply-swing-live-band-friday-28th-june/#comments Sun, 14 Apr 2024 00:49:31 +0000 https://learndance.co.uk/?p=4707 Are you ready to sway to the rhythm, feel the beat, and let loose in an evening filled with music, dance, and lively entertainment? Join us for an unforgettable Ballroom and Latin American Dance Social featuring the sensational live band, Simply Swing on Friday 28th June 2024.

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    Step Onto the Dance Floor with the Simply Swing Live Band at Our Ballroom and Latin American Dance Social!

    Are you ready to sway to the rhythm, feel the beat, and let loose in an evening filled with music, dance, and lively entertainment? Join us for an unforgettable Ballroom and Latin American Dance Social featuring the sensational live band, Simply Swing. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or a beginner eager to dip your toes into the world of dance, this event promises a night of excitement, elegance, and a whole lot of fun!


    Simply Swing Live Band Event Details:
    Date: Friday 28th June 2024
    Time: 7.30pm – 10.30pm (doors open 7pm)
    Location: Learn To Dance, Cherry Orchard Pavilion, Britwell Road, Burnham, SL1 8DL
    Ticket Price: £50pp – Book Now


    The Magic of Live Music

    Experience the allure of live music with Simply Swing, a renowned band known for their electrifying performances that perfectly capture the spirit of both Ballroom and Latin dance genres. From the sultry sounds of a slow tango to the upbeat tempo of a cha-cha, Simply Swing’s dynamic range promises to keep you on your feet all night long. Their professional musicianship will create an authentic backdrop for dancing and an immersive atmosphere that you won’t find anywhere else!

    Dance the Night Away

    Our Simply Swing Live Band dance social is designed for everyone—from those who have mastered their dance steps to those who have never danced before but are eager to learn. The floor will be open for everyone to practice, perform, and enjoy themselves. It’s a great opportunity to make new friends, learn a new skill, and create lasting memories.

    Dress to Impress

    Put on your dancing shoes and dress to impress! The evening calls for semi-formal to formal attire, so dust off your best outfit and get ready to shine. Whether it’s a flowing gown or a sharp suit, dressing up is part of the fun and adds an extra touch of class to our dance social.

    Capture the Moment

    Don’t forget to capture the memories! We will have a designated photo area where you can take pictures to remember the night. Plus, our roaming photographer will be snapping photos of all the fun moments throughout the event.

    Join Us and the Simply Swing Live Band!

    Don’t miss out on this spectacular evening of dancing, music, and merriment. Tickets are limited, so be sure to secure yours early! Whether you’re looking to indulge in your passion for dance, try something new, or simply enjoy a night out with a difference, our Ballroom and Latin American Dance Social is the perfect occasion. We look forward to seeing you there and watching you dazzle on the dance floor!

    For more information please contact us. To book you can use the booking option below, or to reserve a space for another person visit our full booking system.

    Follow us on Facebook to stay updated on this event and more!

    Come for the music, stay for the dance. Let’s make it a night to remember with the Simply Swing Live Band!

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    Kristina Rihanoff Dance Workshops https://learndance.co.uk/2024/03/07/kristina-rihanoff-dance-workshops-sunday-19th-may-2024/ Thu, 07 Mar 2024 17:00:08 +0000 https://learndance.co.uk/?p=4445 Improver your Latin American dancing with workshops from Strictly Legend Kristina Rihanoff on Saturday 18th May 2024!

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    UPDATE: NEW DATE AND TIMES! Now Saturday 18th May from 10am

    Improver your Latin American dancing with workshops from Strictly Legend Kristina Rihanoff!

    Have you ever dreamed of strutting across the dance floor with the grace of a Strictly star? Here’s your golden opportunity! Join us for an unforgettable day of dance workshops led by none other than the Strictly Come Dancing legend, Kristina Rihanoff. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or have two left feet, these workshops are designed to spark joy and ignite your passion for dance.

    Event Details

    Location: Learn To Dance, Cherry Orchard Pavilion, Britwell Road, Burnham, SL1 8DL
    Date: Sunday 19th May 2024 NEW DATE: Saturday 18th May 2024
    Time: Workshops start from 2pm 10am

    Kristina Rihanoff Dance Workshop Schedule

    Our special day will feature four exhilarating 45-minute workshops, each followed by a 15-minute practice break to perfect your moves. Here’s what we have in store for you:

    • 2pm 10am: Rumba – Feel the rhythm and learn the sensual moves of this romantic dance.
    • 3pm 11am: Cha Cha Cha – Get your heart racing with the lively and flirtatious Cha Cha Cha.
    • 4pm 12pm: Samba – Embrace the carnival spirit with the energetic and bouncy Samba.
    • 5pm 1pm: Jive – End the day on a high note with the fast-paced and fun Jive.

    Pricing

    Experience the magic of all four workshops at an unbeatable price, or pick and choose your favorites:

    • All Four Workshops: £70 per person
    • Any Three Workshops: £57.50 per person
    • Any Two Workshops: £42.50 per person
    • Single Workshop: £25 per person

    Why Join Kristina Rihanoff for these dance workshops?

    • Learn from a Legend: Kristina Rihanoff, with her wealth of experience and incredible talent, will guide you through each step, ensuring you have fun while learning.
    • Suitable for All Levels: Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced dancer, these workshops are designed to cater to all skill levels. Please note though that we recommend that you have dance experience to get the most out of the workshops.
    • Meet Fellow Dance Enthusiasts: Join a community of like-minded individuals who share your passion for dance.
    • A Day to Remember: Not only will you improve your dance skills, but you’ll also create lasting memories in a friendly and welcoming environment.

    Book Your Spot Today!

    Spaces are limited, and demand is high. To secure your spot on the dance floor, book now and prepare for a day filled with laughter, learning, and dancing. Whether you choose to join one workshop or indulge in all four, we promise you an experience that will leave you feeling exhilarated and inspired.

    Don’t miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to dance with a Strictly legend. Register now and let Kristina Rihanoff lead the way to your dancing dreams. See you at Learn To Dance in Burnham for a day of unforgettable fun!

    For bookings and more information, contact us, or use the booking options below.

    To reserve a space for another person please visit our full booking system.

    Dance your heart out and let your spirit soar. We can’t wait to see you there!

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    Weekly Update Sunday 25th February https://learndance.co.uk/2024/02/24/weekly-update-sunday-25th-february-2024/ Sat, 24 Feb 2024 01:40:54 +0000 https://learndance.co.uk/?p=4422 Here's what's going on at the studio for the week commencing Sun 25th Feb, including Cha Cha and Viennese Waltz, plus Flavia Cacace workshops

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    Instagram…best foot forward…

    Well this caused quite a furore on one of the dancing Facebook groups we shared it to!

    Why not pop across and cast your vote…or join the argument!


    Silent Social

    Following the success of last year’s Silent Social we are pleased to repeat this again on Red Nose Day, Friday 15th March 2024.

    Places cost £20pp and all profits are donated to charity. Last year we raised over £600 for Comic Relief!

    We’re over 25% booked at the moment. Also thank you to the students who contacted us to point out they couldn’t actually book online (we have now corrected the error in the setup!)

    If you can’t attend, but would like to donate, you can again donate via our JustGiving page.


    Good Friday Afternoon Tea

    Vintage Afternoon Tea Dance

    Our Good Friday Afternoon Tea falls on Friday 29th March 2024 this year.

    Places cost £27.50pp for this popular Easter-themed event (including ‘Hot Cross’ Scones!)

    We’re already over 30% booked!!!


    Beginner Waltz Course

    beginner waltz course overlaid text over pictures of a ballroom dance class

    We are going to trial reintroducing courses for complete beginners, so they can focus on a single dance over a few weeks.

    The courses will take place on Sundays at 6pm, starting with Waltz from Sunday 7th April. This first course will be 5 weeks and costs £42pp. Read more…


    October Dance Break Provisional Dates

    Happy couples wearing 'Guys and Molls' Charleston theme for a Quickstep dance weekend, in a Ballroom dance hold and leaning towards the camera

    We are just finalising the contract details for our new Bournemouth break venue, The Queens Hotel & Spa. The break will take place from Friday 4th-Sunday 6th October.

    As well as DB&B our students will also have access to their indoor pool and jacuzzi, as well as discounted spa treatments.

    This year’s break will be Quickstep & Jive with a ‘Guys & Molls’ theme to the Saturday night.

    More details to follow but we hope to have bookings open by the end of next week. The cost will be £315pp, with a £70 single person supplement.


    Upcoming

    Dance Workshops

    Social Events


    Downloads

    Download our most recent schedules (as at 24/02/2024)

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    Weekly Update Sunday 18th February https://learndance.co.uk/2024/02/18/weekly-update-sunday-18th-february-2024/ Sun, 18 Feb 2024 22:40:20 +0000 https://learndance.co.uk/?p=4411 Here's what's going on at the studio for the week commencing Sun 18th Feb, including Quickstep and Cha Cha in our adult group classes.

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    Instagram…what a feeling, dancing in the kitchen

    We didn’t have any updates to our Instagram account this week we’re afraid, but here’s one you may have missed that I was reminded of whilst using it to make dinner this evening!


    Tango & Samba Course Extensions

    Learn To Dance Group Lesson at Cherry Orchard Studio

    Our one dance courses will be extended for an additional six weeks.

    • Tango extension from Monday 19th February – BOOK NOW
    • Samba extension from Wednesday 21st February – BOOK NOW

    Courses cost £50pp


    Silent Social

    Following the success of last year’s Silent Social we are pleased to repeat this again on Red Nose Day, Friday 15th March 2024.

    Every participant is issued a set of headphones that can tune into 3 separate channels. One channel will be playing Ballroom music, one Latin and one ‘general’.

    Places cost £20pp and all profits are donated to charity. Last year we raised over £600 for Comic Relief!


    Good Friday Afternoon Tea

    Vintage Afternoon Tea Dance

    Our Good Friday Afternoon Tea falls on Friday 29th March 2024 this year.

    Places cost £27.50pp for this popular Easter-themed event (including ‘Hot Cross’ Scones!)

    We’re already over 30% booked!!!


    October Dance Break Provisional Dates

    Happy couples wearing 'Guys and Molls' Charleston theme for a Quickstep dance weekend, in a Ballroom dance hold and leaning towards the camera

    Those who regularly attend our October Bournemouth Dance Break know that unfortunately the hotel fell below expected standards over the last few years.

    As such we began the hunt for a new location for our October dance weekend. This year will be Quickstep & Jive with a ‘Guys & Molls’ theme to the Saturday night.

    Our initial impressions of a replacement hotel have been very positive, though we would have preferred a bigger dance floor.

    However we are seriously considering booking the hotel as they potentially have our original weekend of 4th October available.

    More details to follow.


    Upcoming

    Dance Workshops

    Social Events


    Downloads

    Download our most recent schedules (as at 03/02/2024)

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    New Year 2024 Quarterly Update https://learndance.co.uk/2024/01/08/new-year-2024-quarterly-update/ Mon, 08 Jan 2024 16:30:02 +0000 https://learndance.co.uk/?p=4362 Here's our New Year 2024 Quarterly Update showing you everything coming up over the next few months, including our Tango & Samba courses this week.

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    Welcome to our New Year 2024 Quarterly Update where we’ll let you know about everything we’ve got coming up.

    Our New Year 2024 Quarterly Update includes:

    News/Events Coming Up

    What You May Have Missed

    Upcoming Workshops

    Look out for our other Guest Instructor workshops and One Dance Courses to be announced.

    News & Events Coming Up

    Learn To Dance Group Lesson at Cherry Orchard Studio

    Tango & Samba Courses

    This week sees our new One Dance Courses commencing. Tonight will be Tango and Wednesday Samba.

    Courses cost £50pp and start at 7pm. Both courses can be booked online or contact us for more information.

    Deadline for Glastonbury Bookings

    Wednesday 31st January is the booking deadline for our Glastonbury Cha Cha Dance weekend.

    Dinner, bed & breakfast; morning Cha Cha workshops, as well as a Bollywood theme on the Saturday night.

    Read more….

    Valentine Dinner & Dance

    Our Valentine Dinner & Dance takes place on Friday 9th February.

    Places cost £40pp and include a welcome drink and two course menu.

    All bookings and menu choices required by 2nd February Read more….

    Flavia Cacace Workshop Day

    Learn To Dance look forward to welcoming Strictly Legend Flavia Cacace to our studio on Sunday 25th February.

    Four workshops, covering different aspects of Argentine Tango, all over 50% booked already! Read more…

    Flavia Cacace Argentine Tango workshops advert Sunday 25th February
    Dancers having fun at our Ballroom and Latin Silent Disco for Comic Relief

    Charity Silent Social

    Last year’s Silent Social for Comic Relief was such a huge hit that we couldn’t wait to have another one! We will be repeating the event on Friday 15th March.

    All participants are issued with headsets that can tune into one of three channels: Ballroom, Latin American, General.

    Places cost £20pp and are available to book now.

    Good Friday Afternoon Tea

    Following the success of last year’s Good Friday Afternoon Tea we are making this a permanent fixture.

    The event will take place on Friday 29th March but we are just waiting on confirmation of final costings before we can make it available to book.

    What You May Have Missed

    bournemouth dance break october 2023 masquerade ball theme

    Bournemouth Dance Weekend

    Our ever-popular Bournemouth Dance Weekend was a great success, with some wonderful masks for the masquerade ball.

    Unfortunately the dance floor in the suite we hire is not being well-maintained and we are currently looking for a new venue for this year’s break.

    We hope to have something arranged within the next month and more details will be released when available.

    Erin Boag Ballroom Workshops

    Back in November we were honoured to welcome Strictly Legend Erin Boag to our dance studio for an afternoon of workshops.

    We had excellent feedback from the students that attended and we’ll be expanding the range of guest instructor workshops that we offer.

    Next up is Flavia Cacace in February!

    Strictly Legend Erin Boag teaching a workshop in Waltz at our Learn To Dance studio

    Download Updated Schedules

    Want to download our most recent schedules (as at 8th January 2024), rather than picking up a printout? Use the links below:

    See you soon!

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