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1. Tuesday Nights at the Promenade
All Classes at the Promenade are $10 Each Unless Otherwise Stated
- 7-8 p.m. Salsa 101: Beginner moves for slick grooves
- 7-8p.m. Intermediate Technique: Traveling Patterns for the True Salsero and Salsera.
- 8-9 pm Beginner Intermediate: Beginner-Int Patterns. Even if you are an intermediate-advanced dancer this class can help you with beginner-intermediate patterns that you may not know. Not all patterns have to be intense, long or complicated. Sometimes the uncomplicated patterns are the most fun.
- 8-9 pm Combination Class: We will be adding traveling patterns from the 7 o'clock class to this Int/Adv combination. You must know a Cross Body Lead With A Turn and How To lead it to take this class. INT/ADV students ONLY.
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 shoes. 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.
Check out Grace's Shoe Clues Chapter in her Salsa With Grace Instructional Video so she can explain why you need good dance shoes, which should you buy first and how to take care of them! Purchase our Salsa Videos.
Directions:
Promenade Dance Sport Facility is located on 2605 Lord Baltimore Drive. For directions and more information click here.
2. Gardel’s DWG Dance Lessons Schedule Friday & Saturday Nights
Learn Salsa with the only Certified Salsa Instructors in the State of Maryland, DC, Virginia, Pennsylvania, SC, NC, DE & GA!
Friday Night Salsa Class Schedule
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Salsa for Beginners 8-9 pm: Learn the Basics so that you can have a great foundation dancing salsa.
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Beginner Level III to Intermediate Level I Salsa Combinations 9-10 pm: Learn patterns that you can lead to anyone on the dance floor. These combinations are simpler than the Saturday combinations.
If you would like to have a party and/or bring a group to a lesson Friday Nights will be a great choice to book your class. If you have 15 people or more please email Grace and we can set up a cheaper rate for everyone on each class taken.
CLASSES ARE USUALLY HELD ON THE 1ST FLOOR! FOR $10.00 PER PERSON.
Entry is no longer free for ladies at Gardels but you do get a free drink with entrance. Get there by 7:30-7:45 and entrance is free. If you come at 9 p.m. you will be charged entry so come earlier! To those of you who like to "jump in" in the last 15 minutes of the class, you will be charged for half a class $5.00.
Saturday Night Salsa Class Schedule
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Salsa Beginners: Learn the basics so that you can have a great foundation and dance with anyone!
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Beginner Salsa-Beginner Intermediate 9 p.m. A little harder but lots more fun for the beginners; learn a small combination.
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Intermediate/Advanced Patterns 9 p.m. To take this class you must know the how to do a Cross Body Lead with a turn or how to lead it. This Int/Adv combination that includes some styling.
CLASSES ARE USUALLY HELD ON THE 2ND FLOOR FOR $10.00 PER PERSON.
Gardel’s is a family owned Supper Club dedicated to giving salsa a home of class and elegance. Keep this fantastic location alive and support them each week by joining us and having fun in a safe and beautiful environment. For more information go to their website at www.gardels.com.
3. News Flash: New Articles & More
Gardels Has A New Website!
Its time to check out Gardels' new website at www.gardels.com. They now have a sleek new design, updated information and more. Check out the new look and tell your friends to support the most gorgeous location for salsa on the east coast!
News Flash: DWG Salsa Cruise W/Fun & Fitness
Read this article (written by Grace) by clicking here.
Walking The Two-Way Street, The Forgiving Face of Salsa
Read this article (written by Grace) by clicking here.
Come As You Are, The Welcoming Face of Salsa
An Interview with Grace Badillo
Read this interview by Mary White by clicking here.
Grace wants to hear what you have to say about here articles so write her after you read it to grace@dancingwithgrace.com
Live Orchestra "8 y Más" at Gardel’
Tickets on sale on our website! Click here.
CANCELLATION: Baltimore's Best Party Entertainers Month of Romance Series
Baltimore's Best Party Entertainers Month of Romance Series has been canceled due to construction issues at their new location. Be on the look out for other events in the near future.
Antonio Delgado On Hiatus
Antonio is about to be a daddy again so he will be taking a short hiatus from teaching so he can spend more time with his family. We will miss him but hope that he will make cameo appearances to teach from time to time. We will miss you Antonio! Love the DWG Family and All of Your Students!
Dance Makes a Difference
Do you know someone in a wheelchair? Would you like to see the quality of their life improve? Then print this newsletter out and hand it to them or even volunteer to be their partner! We are proud to promote Professional Dance Wheels, LLC:
Ballroom Wheelchair Dancing
The Mission of this company is to provide persons with disabilities and their able bodied partners the opportunity to learn wheelchair ballroom dancing to enhance their lives. They are sponsored by the National Rehabilitation Hospital ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top rehabilitations hospitals in the country. To help support the programs of Professional Dance Wheels please send your donation to the address below.
Classes now forming in Baltimore, DC and Virginia. Training for both Wheelchair & Able-bodied partners available. Call today to schedule your first lesson:
Mary Botta: 202-550-5620: Antoinette Johnston 443-550-5620
Professional Dance Wheels, c/o National Rehabilitation Hospital, Development Office 102 Irving Street, NW, Washington, DC 20010
4. Events For Your Entertainment, Auditions and More!
Cancun Cantina Re-opens Friday February 2, 2007
Our hopes and prayers go out to the owners and staff of Cancun Cantina who suffered a fire recently. We hope your re-opening is a successful one!
Tango Dinner Show & Singles Networking Party at Gardel’ - February 14, 2007
Come to Gardel’ on February 14th and enjoy live performances by Angel Garcia Glemente, Pablo Fontana, Mariana Parma, Jason Colacino, Anya, and more!
One Dinner Seating: All New Four Course Chef's Choice Menu with Gardel's Signature Sangria. Private VIP Tables Available.
Singles Valentine's Party: On the Second Level from 9pm to Midnight.
Open Bar | Champagne Fountain | Chocolate Fondue Fountain
Dinner at 6pm | Show starts at 8pm | Open dance floor at 9pm | Ballroom & Tango
Cost:
VIP Couple - $250 - Private table, a bottle of wine, select service
Couples - $125 - Group seating
Standing Room Only - $10 - Limited Availability
General Admission - $10 After 9pm
Call (410) 837-3737 to place your reservation today!
NVCWDA Valentine's Dance
The NVCWDA "Valentine's Dance" will held at Our Lady of Good Counsel (Counsel Room), February 17, 2007, 8601 Wolftrap Rd, Vienna, VA. Wear something red and get $1 discount on admission. Krazy Kathy will DJ. Eileen will review Kickin the Blues line dance at 7:30 p.m. Bernie and Lydia will teach Fast Women line dance at 8:00 p.m. Open dancing 8:30-11:30 p.m. Two step, waltz, line, swing, cha cha, specialty dances. Couples and singles welcome. Admission NVCWDA/SMCWDA/PSDC Members $8; Non-Members $10. Children under 18 free with paying adult; ages 16-20 with Student ID $5. Refreshments are available. 703-860-4941.
Mardi Gras Masquerade Madness at Gardel’ Tuesday February 20, 2007
Come to Gardel’ on Tuesday, February 20, 2007 to enjoy their Mardi Gras Masquerade Madness with Jugglers, Mimes, Magicians, Fortune Telling, Face Painting, Best Costume Contest - Judged by guest celebrity, Fun, Games, and Prizes, Drink Specials, Topless Tapas.
DJs for the Evening include:DJ SUN, JASON GRY, N'DINGA, ED RIDGELY, CHRIS BULLA, THE X FACTION
Special Guest Host: LESTER PARKER
Auction to benefit New Orleans Musician's Relief Fund
21+ Only | Proper ID | Festive Dress
General Admission
$15 at the door
$10 in advance
VIP Package (includes Seperate VIP Section, Open Bar, Buffet, Party Hat and Favors)
$40 at the door
$35 in advance
To purchase tickets visit www.gardels.com.
Live Orchestra "8 y Más" at Gardel’
For more information look to the top left section of this newsletter: tickets go sale on our website! Click here.
March 1-4 2007: Mid Atlantic MADjam: West Coast Swing & Hustle Spectacular
The largest & most exciting swing dance weekend in the DC area take place at the Sheraton Premiere Hotel in Tysons Corner, VA. Over 50 of the worlds top swing dance performers and instructors present 3 days and nights jam packed with dance excitement. West Coast Swing, Hustle & Hand Dancing like you've never seen before. Over 30 Champions Workshops, 10 Beginner track workshops, Competitions for amateurs and pros for over $15,000 in cash & prizes. The best social dancing anywhere. 2 giant ballrooms.
- Sheraton Premiere - Tysons Corners, VA
- 3 Days and 3 nights of fun in 2 huge ballrooms
- Contests for $15,000 in cash and prizes
- 33 Champion Workshops
- Social Dancing
For more information or to purchase tickets go to
www.atlanticdancejam.com
Interested in meeting other people who love to dance Rueda/Salsa, and want to go out as a group?
Join the Baltimore Annapolis Salsa Rueda Meet Up Group being put together by Barbara Bernstein. Membership is totally free. This just entitles you to be part of the group as they hit clubs and classes and Salsa events together. To join, go to this link and follow the directions. http://salsa.meetup.com/225/?gj=sj8. They will be setting up some events soon, so sign up ASAP! Questions? Email BarbBtalks@aol.com.
5. Will Private Classes Help Me?
Our One Hour long Private Lessons are key in refining our dancing skills. With individualized instruction you’ll learn more quickly and precisely. We will help you master the correct posture and how to relate to a partner. Learning correct technique will speed your progress and boost your confidence, while allowing you to enjoy the sensation of partner dancing!
Why take Private Lessons?
* Improve you dancing faster
* Receive personalized feedback, encouragement and support
* Work at your own pace
* Develop grace, balance, musicality, partnering skills and self-confidence
We offer lots of different Private Lesson Programs, and we will tailor a program to your needs. There is no substitute for working one-on-one with personal instructor to achieve the finer points of dancing. We have instructors available for Private Lessons 5 days a week, so call now to set up your appointment!
Check out the new private class packages and their descriptions. We are sure at least one of our packages are designed specifically for your needs.
Private Class Packages
- Private Spinning Workshop
- Private Transitioning Workshop (Men Only)
- Private Packages for Couples and Singles<
- Fancy Footwork Bootcamp
- Cross Body Lead Technique Private Package
- Jumbo Private Packages for 1
Click here to see our cancellation policy for scheduled private classes.
6. Physical Therapy for Dancers
ALL Therapy is a Physical Therapy Practice specializing in the care of dancers, athletes and general orthopedic populations.
Recently I (Grace) had the opportunity to hear a great lecture by Dr. Lord on physical therapy for dancers. I believe she is very qualified to help any dancer with their particular needs and hope that if you find yourself with an annoying muscle problem or other orthapedic problem you will seek the attention of a good physical therapist that not only understands the body but the DANCER!
Dr. Aisha L. Lord is the founder and owner of ALL Therapy and a lifelong dancer. Dr. Lord has incorporated dance and fitness into every aspect of her life. She has an extensive history in dance originating at the age of 3. Dr. Lord trained at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Performing Arts in New York City, New York. Dr. Lord co-founded a dance company at the University of Delaware, where she later received her Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sports Science. Afterwards, Dr. Lord performed nationally and internationally with a critically acclaimed dance company, while simultaneously receiving her Master of Science and Doctorate degrees in Physical Therapy from Columbia University's College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York City.
As a Physical Therapist, Dr. Lord currently works in the areas of inpatient & outpatient rehabilitation, and home care. With establishment of the ALL Therapy Private Practice Clinic in Washington DC in 2006, Dr. Lord has the opportunity to intertwine her education and experience in physical therapy rehabilitation with her love for dancing, fitness and helping others. Dr. Lord presents seminars and workshops to Dance & Athletic populations on the subjects of Injury Prevention & Rehabilitation.
ALL Therapy Private Practice Clinic is locateed at 1005 H Street, NE Washington, DC 20002 * (888) 93-ALL PT (932-5578) business * (301) 552-0011 fax * www.ALLTherapy.net.
7. Dance Shoes Available On-Line; Gardel’s Shoe Sale
We are proud to offer quality dance shoes from the Elegance Shoe Company and Moon Light Dance Shoes. Check out our dance shoes at the DWG Store.
Gardels Shoe Sale: We will be setting up another sneaker/shoe sale at Gardels on February 24, 2007 from 7:30-10 pm. Check out the new dance sneakers that have wonderful flexibility that actually allow you to turn on the dance floor. No more clunky soled dance sneakers! Come and try them out yourself! Men and Women's size with a generous toe box!
If you have any questions about shoes please e-mail: DWGStore@dancingwithgrace.com.
8. Need a Make-up Artist?
Ever wonder who Grace's make-up artists are? Well here is your chance to find out.
Check out
www.makeupbyjen.net and see Jen Seidel-Walsh's work. She is incredible and works for all the majors out there. She can do your make up, do body painting, hand portraits, or teach you a class on how to do your own make-up better. Call Jen at 410-833-5731 or 917-432-7688>
Also Check out
www.rachelsfinaltouch.com and see Rachel's work. Rachel teaches at the Paul Mitchell School and does make-up for weddings, special occasions, film, photo shoots, and more! She also gives the best facials money can buy and takes very good care of my skin!
These two gals make me look good and can make you look good too! Check them out!
9. Employment Opportunities
Salsa Instructor
Have you always wanted to be a salsa instructor? DWG is looking for female instructors and lead male instructors. You must have a dance background of 5+ years or more in any type of couples dance, be physically fit, and ready to dress up! We prefer to have applicants with a background in teaching, whether it be teaching math, engineering, or a dance instruction background, these types of communication skills are necessary to be a great instructor. You must also have great organizational skills and love being early and on time! After you sign a contract with our company you will:
- Train with certified instructors monthly on how to dance better and have good technique.
- Train with certified instructors on how to train others weekly.
- Train and learn team and couple choreographies.
- Have the opportunity to perform for our company for charity and $$$.
- Learn how to train with "on the job training" at the prestigious Promenade Dance Sport Facility in Baltimore County.
- Teach at the biggest club in Baltimore, Gardel's Supper Club.
- When ready, find your own location to teach Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Mambo, or Cha-Cha.
- Perform and teach at corporate events, high schools, colleges, elementary schools and more!
- Have the opportunity to be on television.
- Have the opportunity to be in one of our next instructional videos.
- Be featured with the company in Expresión Magazine.
- Be Part of the family of DWG instructors and more importantly help the poor and needy through dance.
DWG is looking for people with a joyous heart and someone who can take constructive criticism. Egomaniacs and people who love to gossip are not welcome in our company. We train our instructors in dance and humility. If you have Tuesday and at least one Friday or Saturday evening free every week and are a person of integrity who knows how to keep their word and be on time or die trying then please schedule a private audition with Grace Badillo. We look forward to meeting with YOU! Serious inquires only.
Students who have the dream of becoming instructors should only apply after being trained for 2+ years. If you have rhythm and move fluently you can also take private classes for 1 year and depending on your dedication and level of dance you may be the perfect person for our team. We might even consider you for an assistant instructor position. If you are interested, please contact Grace Badillo.
10. Student Emails: Read me!
Dear Grace,
Oh my starz, I literally LAUGHED OUT LOUD with the article 'The Welcoming Face of Salsa'. I, too, can relate to weekly family gatherings "DISCO NIGHT' at my mother's house every single Friday. She had surgery a couple of months ago and we haven't been able to resume them. However, last Friday we put on the Salsa channel on cable and I taught her what I've learned. Tonight, we're watching your wonderful gift from this past Tuesday's class that you gave us. Anyway, my family and I complete love for dance and music, also has a broad range from Barbara Streisand, Neil Diamond to Carlos Santana and Richard Clayderman (he's a pianist) AND QUEEN (lol--another one bites the dust) Reading the article made me think of my family and the similarities you and I share.
Grace, your spirit, respect and love for culture is so contagious and beautiful. You're influence will make a difference and change lives...as you've changed mine! You're so down to earth, fun and energetic. I just wanted to say 'thanks' for brightening up my day and my life.
Keisha Cheeks
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Dear Grace, (JHU Classes)
The class was a lot of fun and I enjoyed it very much. The instructors were very good teachers and I learned some new moves. I am looking forward to coming back next time.
Nancy E.
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