1. Salsa Instructional Video Release Benefit, April 28, 2006

Come celebrate with us and join us in our mission to help the orphans of Mexico.  Hugo and Grace invite you to join us for dinner, dancing & entertainment filled with  performances by:

• The Dancing With Grace Instructors & 2 Guest Students, Rueda with Grace & Elegance
• Don Juan Herron & Partner, Sassy Samba
• Sheena Luaehu, Polynesian Hula
• Tamara Sol Flys, Flamenco Solo w/live guitarist
• Grace Badillo & Champion Dancer Jonathan GQ Bowers, Seasoned Salsa

Come to the DWG Presentation where Grace & Hugo will be awarding Baltimore's & Gardels' own Cha-Cha George "The Salsa In the Community Man of the Year Award".  For those of you who haven't had the privilege of knowing him, Cha-Cha George is the a lover of dance and people.  You might have heard about his wonderful salsa parties and gatherings on any given Thursday Night or Sunday afternoon at his place.  He tirelessly attracts new salsa junkies to our dance community and employs instructors in his home to teach salsa to his guests.  Besides being a spectacular host and frequently being asked by women to dance, he is a dedicated friend and we all appreciate Cha-Cha George's efforts in our Salsa Community.  Thanks from all of us!  Come see him receive his award! 

Other awards given will be the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place awards for the new DWG logo which will be revealed at the DWG Video Release Party on April 28, 2006 on the main floor at Gardels. To see the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners click here.  DWG will be creating a logo by combining two of the top three logos.  Come and see what it looks like!

Dancing With Grace Productions is not making any money off the door/ticket fee,  the food, or alcohol.  After paying the host location, all proceeds from the ticket sales and food will be going to the Hospital Infantil De Mexico City to support the orphans who have aids there. 

Tickets go on sale in March.  There will only be 100 seats available for the dinner seating from 7-9 so get your tickets fast.  We will be sending another email out this month with more information on this event.

2.  Tuesday Nights at the Promenade:  Salsa Dip Technique

• Beginner Salsa  7-8 p.m.:  Learn the basics! 
• Intermediate Salsa Dip Technique 7-8 p.m.

March 7, 2006: The Player Dip

Develop the skill of dipping your partner with one hand. Ladies will learn the proper back and pelvic placement, developing the skill to carry your own weight which is essential while dipping.

March 14, 2006: The Embrace Dip

Discover the Romance of salsa with this passionate dip that includes multiple spins for your salsera!  Grace taught this class on February 18, 2006 at Gardels.  For those of you who want a review on this again this is perfect for you!

March 21, 2006: The Leaning Tower Dip

Grace & Hugo will coach you on the intricacies of keeping your balance as both partners lean in this unique side dip.

March 28, 2006: Review of all 3 dips and where to place them in the music.

• Beginner Intermediate Salsa 8-9 p.m.  Bored in the beginner class and need to learn more to get into the ntermediate/Advanced class?  Here is your chance.  Has anyone every taught you how to find the 1 in the music?  Learn how!  Work on how to lead a Cross Body Lead with a turn, Beginner Intermediate Patterns and how to do different styles of this as a follower including your footwork breakdown on the turns!
• Intermediate/Advanced Salsa Combinations 8-9 p.m.:  Creative Combinations!

Class Prices:

Take 2 Beginner classes in a row $15

Salsa Dips Technique Class $15 each & only $5 more to take Creative Intermediate Combinations.

Dress Code:

Casual, comfortable sweats or yoga pants, (preferably) salsa practice shoes (for turns and spins on a wooden dance floor). If you don't have salsa shoes, you can wear your evening dance. Tennis shoes will inhibit your spins and may ruin your knees over time. You can go to the DWG Store to see if you find something you like.  Or go on line and check out shoes like Supadance or International.  They can get pricy but make a world of difference when you dance. 

Promenade Dance Sport Facility is located on 2605 Lord Baltimore Drive.  For directions and more information click here.

3.  Saturday Night Salsa Classes at Gardel’s

Learn Salsa with the only Certified Salsa Instructors in the State of Maryland, DC, Virginia, and Pennsylvania!

CLASSES ARE HELD ON THE SECOND FLOOR! $10.00 Each

If you come at 9 and pay downstairs, you should receive a ticket and hand it to our sign in person.  You should not have to pay twice (to get in and for the class).

March Schedule:

 - Salsa Beginners Level I-II: 8-9 p.m. Learn the Basics!

 - Beginner Intermediate:  8-9 p.m.  Cross Body Lead With Turns!

 - Hot Salsa Beginners Level II-III:  9-10 p.m.  Beginner Combinations!

 - Intermediate Level III-Advanced: 9-10 p.m.  Classy Combinations!

To our students at Gardels. Thank you so much for your continued support and interest in the dance of Salsa.  You are invited to our Video Release Party & Benefit on April 28, 2006 at Gardels! 

4.  Performance Class Interest Meeting: Mark your Calendars.

Are you interested in taking your dancing to a new level? We are now signing people up for a performance class session.  

We will be having an information meeting about this type of class on March 18, 2006 at 12 noon at the Promenade Dance Sport Facility.  During this meeting we will talk about what we will be learning throughout the class and what will be expected of you.  If there aren't enough people we will push the performance class date but as long as I have 4 people we can proceed.  (Note:  We will also be having a ladies styling workshop from 2-5 this same day at this same location so if you need to advance your styling and want to be in the performance group this is a great day to build your knowledge).

During this performance session a group of students will learn a choreography that they will perform at the end of the session at a non-threatening location to start.  You may also take the choreography and not perform anywhere (using it as a learning experience).   Depending on how well the class does together, you may or may not be chosen to perform at some of the upcoming parties to be held by DWG. The class is responsible for training on a specific class evening and then getting together at least once a week without me to practice what you have learned in class. If you are interested please sign up. This is a 6 week session that costs $300.00 to non-DWG employees.  This class can also be taken by DWG instructors who are not yet in the performance arena for $150.00 and is worth 50 training hours. If you aren't ready to dedicate time and serious effort please do not take this session. You must be an Intermediate II-III to Advanced Dancer (capable of  intricate patterns and at least attempting double turns and footwork). You may have the opportunity to be hired by DWG as a performer if you do well enough. To sign up for this class email Grace's Assistant Elsybel at elsybel@dancingwithgrace.com

5.  Events for Your Entertainment, Auditions & more.

Larry Harlow's Schedule -- Mar 11th The Tabernacle, Atlanta Georgia, Latin Legends of FANIA and Apr 6th Time Warner Building, NYC Latin Jazz Quintet. For more info, go to www.larryharlow.com Not a Local Event

Spring 2006 Student Teacher Showcase at the Promenade, March 24, & 25, 2006

Care to see people dance like the stars?  Waltz, Foxtrot, Cha-Cha, and more!!!! Go to www.mddancesport.com for more information.

DANCE COLLECTION SPECIAL! $50 off $500 or more!!!!! Ballroom Glamour, Inc. invites you to view the collection of Ballroom gowns and dance practice skirts at: www.BallroomGlamour.com Up to 70% off selected ballroom gowns and 20% off practice wear. Schedule an appointment: call 703-200-4646 or info@ballroomglamour.com To receive promotional discount please mention this ad.

Jordan Tuller teaches the 37 posture form of Tai Chi developed by Cheng Man-Cheng, which focuses on relaxation, stress reduction and coordination. An eight week session will be held at the Queen Anne’s County Arts Council building in Centreville beginning Tuesday, March 28 at 10:00 am for beginners and 11 am for advanced students. The class cost is $80 for Arts Council members and $95 for non-members. The deadline for registration is March 21 at 410-758-2520 or < arts4u@friend.ly.net

Audition for Washington Reflections Dance Company - Sunday, March 5, 2pm, at the Dance Institute of Washington. Modern & Contemp. Ballet Company seeks 3 males & 3 females for regular 30 week contract including health insurance plus a 6 mo. contract for a project with Ludacris! Info: 202/371-9656 or www.danceinstitute.org

6.  What's Ahead?  Ladies styling Workshop! 

Ladies Styling Workshop with Grace & Sheena

Ladies, learn how to better use your arms in different ways when doing a Cross Body Lead with turns, cross over steps, work on Hip/Body Movement and footwork technique.  We will teach concepts and proper techniques and will give you the tools you need to execute patterns you will be learning for years to come!  Get the personalized attention you deserve!

Date: March 18, 2006 (Sat.)

Location: The Promenade Dance Sport Facility Private Room

Time: 2-5 p.m. with breaks & free water. Bring a light snack.

Cost: $60 per person if paid in advance.  Waiting list will be available and if someone cancels you will be the next person called.  If you try to sign up and it is not available please email elsybel@dancingwithgrace.com and asked to be put on the DWG Ladies Workshop Waiting List.

Reserved Class:  This is a reserved class.  Each person taking this workshop will have a space reserved for them after they pay in advance.  No refunds given for no-shows.  The first 15 girls that sign up are my special reserved ladies.  So far there are 10 places already taken. Once the class is full we will "close" the workshop to any other students and put some on a waiting list.  Spaces limited so act today.  Click here to purchase DWG Ladies Styling Workshop. 

Dress Code: Casual, comfortable yoga wear or baggie sweats, pants, (preferably) latin dance shoes (for turns and spins on a wooden dance floor). If you don't have practice dance shoes, you can wear your evening dance shoes. Sneakers and Tennis Shoes are not OK to wear.  Please do not waste $ on this workshop by taking it and not having the right shoes, as it will inhibit you to turn and it may ruin your knees over time.  We care about your knees!

7.  Salsa Cruise with Dancing With Grace Instructors!

DancingWithGrace.com Latin Dance Cruise to:

St. Maarten                         Bahamas                         St. Thomas

Antigua                         SanJuan

Join Grace and Hugo Badillo on a Winter Escape aboard Royal Caribbean's Jewel of the Seas from Ft. Lauderdale to the Eastern Caribbean Jan 13-21, 2007. 9 days/8 nights for $899 if booked by Feb 28th. Cancelations happen all the time so keep calling even in March, April or May!  You may be able to lock this rate down.

Fully refundable deposit is $250 per person or $500 per stateroom. Next January sail away from a cold dark Baltimore/Washington winter to the warm, sunny ports of Antigua, St. Thomas, St. Maarten, the Bahamas and Grace's home town of San Juan! 

Grace will be joined by other instructors who will teach multiple classes of Latin dances every day. In the evenings, show off your new moves, dancing to live music on one of the largest dance floors at sea. While in port, enjoy duty-free shopping, sightseeing, swimming, snorkeling and sunbathing. 

You'll can also participate in daily water aerobics, tai chi and yoga taught by other top certified fitness instructors. All classes are included in this low cruise price.

Call now to lock in the ultra-low rate of $899 for this 9 day/ 8 night cruise aboard Royal Caribbean's brand new Jewel of the Seas. Call 703-827-0414 or 800-955-9942 today! Mention that you love DancingWithGrace!" to get this special rate!

8.  Private Class Packages & Announcements. 

Check out the new private class packages designed specifically for your needs.  Click here to see descriptions of packages like:

   Private Spinning Workshop

   Private Transitioning Workshop (Men Only)

   Private Packages for Couples and Singles

   Private Dancing to the Beat Workshop

   Fancy Footwork Bootcamp

   Cross Body Lead Technique Private Package

   Jumbo Private Packages for 1

Click here to see the new cancellation policy.  Due to the amount of choreographies Grace is working on for the DWG Video Release Benefit, Private classes will be limited to Wednesday Days and early evenings (last class at 4 PM) and Fridays all day and late evening.