Smooth Latin Groove Dance Party

Saturday 9th February

Now with one hour workshops in 2 levels

The Workshops are in Merengue & Bachata - starts at 7:30pm

Merengue (Beginners) in Studio 1 Bachata (Intermediate Plus) in Studio 2

No need to book for these workshops!

Smooth Salsa, Sensual Zouk ...with a dash of Funky Gafieira Samba, Bachata and Cha Cha Cha

Doors Open 7:15pm Social Dancing from 8:30pm

Dance Performance from Latin Steps Guest DJ: DJ Mambito!

Everyone is welcome!

Workshops are from 7:30pm to 8:30pm

Only $10 for SLG students and $15 for guests

Social Dancing from 8:30pm to 12:30am

Entry after 8:30pm is only $5 for SLG Students and $10 for guests

'Brisbane's Home of Modern Latin Dancing'

Now held every four weeks!

Smooth Latin Groove Studios
474 Ipswich Road Annerley

Salsa on Saturdays

If Smooth Salsa is your thing then for some fabulous Salsa-faction the place to be this weekend in Brisbane is most definitely the SOS Party. This is a great night of Latin Dancing also included in the mix is Zouk Bachata & Cha Cha Cha

Saturday 2nd February 2008
from 8:30pm till 2:00am

Playing a mix of salsa music from artists such as Ray Barretto, Tito Puente, Louie Ramirez, Celia Cruz, Jose Alberto, Africando, Puertorican Power, Spanish Harlem Orquestra

at East Brisbane State School Hall, Cnr of Wellington Road and Vulture Street

$7 at the door or pre book on 0411 246 558 and pay only $5

Gafieira Samba Boot Camp

3 hours of intensive Gafieira Samba instruction that will take you from absolute beginner to wow!


Elements covered are:

3 hours of intensive Gafieira Samba instruction that will take

• Base Pattern

• Swing Step

• Stroll

• Zig Zag

• Turn Patterns

• Jump the fence

• Romario

• Stroll with Esses

• Fred

• Styling and Flexion

• Contra Body Movement

When?
Saturday 2nd February
1pm to 4pm

How much?
$70.00

Booking is essential - Limited numbers

I would like to enrol now!

Smooth Latin Groove Studios
1st Floor 474 Ipswich Road, Annerley

Latin Percssion Courses

When?

Absolute Beginners - 3pm

Improver's - 4pm

Starts Saturday 26^th January

How long is the class?
1 hour lesson
plus 30 minute practice session

How many Students?
Class size is limited to 7 places only!

How much is the course?
Six week course is $150.00

Who is the instructor?
Instructor Pablo Matus of Academy of Latin Percussion

Rhythms

• Claves: Son clave, Rumba or Guaguanco clave, Bembe or 6/8 clave
• Tumbao on Congas: Tumbao Moderno 1,2, 3 Congas
• Merengue on Congas: Merengue and Bachata rhythm and variations

Course content includes

• Warm Up Exercises
• Hand and Body Positions
• History of Latin Music
• Worksheets

Outcomes?

This Course will complement the existing dance programs of Smooth Latin Groove – also for students seeking a greater understanding of Latin Grooves. Students will be able to form rhythm ensembles and interact with other students and play rhythms on various Latin American Instruments

Where?
Smooth Latin Groove Studio
1st Floor 474 Ipswich Road
Annerley

I would like to enrol now!

Caliente Latin Festival

March 14- 16th 2008

19 dance instructors 2 days of a choice of 29 workshops 3 nights of Dance parties Including international guests, Melbourne, Sydney, and more... Latin Dance Band Salsa Rica. Prize giveaways, lucky door. A weekend in Coffs Harbour you dont want to miss..

Full Event Passes $200.
Accomodation $46ph per night and subject to numbers - coaches leaving Sydney and Brisbane bookings by the end of Jan is essential.

Sydney to Coffs Return with the caliente Fiesta Coach is $62 each way before the end of Jan

Brisbane to Coffs Return is $55.50 on the Caliente Fiesta Coach - Great Prices only until the end of Jan

If you know of anyone who might be interested please share this event page....

web: www.calientedancewear.com

Bravo Latin Event

12 January 2008

Broncos Leagues Club - Auditorium 1, Fulcher Rd, Red Hill

EVENING PARTY

Enjoy performances by our very special guests Jamie Jesus (LDA),
Fernando & Becky (Salsa Suave) and a showcase of our amazing
local dance talent, who will be representing Brisbane at the
Sydney Salsa Congress 2008
Brisbanes best DJ's will be spinning the hottest Latin tunes.
IT'S ALL UNDER THE ONE ROOF!

TIME: Doors open @ 6.40pm, Intro Class @ 7.15pm,
Shows @ 8.30pm & 10pm, Social dancing til late
PARTY TICKETS: $15

DAY-TIME WORKSHOPS:

12:00 - Salsa (intermediate) with Becky & Fernando (Salsa Suave)
1:15 - Bachata (intermediate) with Jamie Jesus (LDA)
2:30 - Salsa Seminar: Ask the Pro’s. Join your special guests for a talk about
anything and everything Salsa, performing, training, etc

WORKSHOP PRICES:
1 = $25, 2 = $45
Salsa Seminar is free for all who have participated in at least 1 workshop.
Get a full pass for $50 before January 6th and save $10

Info/Bookings: 0416 258 200 or online: info@bravolatinevents.com.au