Topics:

1. NEWS FLASH: The Ark, Salsa For A Reason V Photos, Student of the Month, Gibson Island School Salsa Art, Be Not Afraid! Private Class Availability, Salsa Radio, Physical Therapy for Dancers. 8th Annual Tribute To Women In Salsa postponed.
2. 2009 Salsa Cruise: Want to hear & vacation with the greatest salsa orchestra of all time? Then go on the May 2009 Salsa Cruise! Tell them Dancing With Grace sent you and get their fabulous price! This cruise, with this type of entertainment is worth well over what they are charging! Instructors TBA.
3. NEW Workshop Listings/Sessions: Body movement workshop March 28th, 2009.
4. Tuesdays at the Promenade: March Schedule.
5. Saturdays at The Ark: Salsa Lessons/Swing and Open Dancing - Major March 7th event w/ performances. March 21st: Swing Party on Second Floor w/David Moldover including Swing Lessons!
6. Good Deeds: Casey Cares Foundation Masquerade Ball
7. Student Emails: Great emails from you!
8. Things to do: Lots of places to go and things to do! Check it out!

1. NEWS FLASH

Salsa For A Reason V Photos

Thank You to everyone who came and supported our fundraiser for Hands Across The Americas. To see photographs click here.

Student of the Month: Vicki Gooch

Vicki Gooch

Vicki is a truly dedicated dancer. She works in Maryland but lives in Georgia and when in Baltimore she consistently comes to The Promenade to take Intermediate/Advanced Salsa Lessons with us. She has grown as a dancer and is a great example of what true dedication is all about! We are very proud of you Vicki! Your next lesson at The Promenade is on us! Sincerely, Grace and Hugo

Gibson Island School Salsa Art Grace Taught Salsa, Merengue, Cha-Cha and Bachata at The Gibson Island School in January. It was an incredible school filled with incredibly talented students. They were kind enough to make me some thank you cards that were too precious not to put into my photo gallery. To see all the Gibson Island Salsa Art please click here.

(click on image to see all the Gibson Island Salsa Art)

Be Not Afraid!

The next time you take a lesson we want you to take a deep breath and allow yourself the opportunity to enjoy your lesson without fear. People have fears all the time and they vocalize them. Have you ever said this?

• I have two left feet.
• I have no rhythm.
• Maybe I will be good in a few years.
• I just can't get it.
• I am frustrated.
• I can dance but not like her/him.

All of these comments are a little negative. When we let this negativity creep in, it makes room for fear to grow. Fear of not being good, Fear of being off beat, Fear of hurting my partner, Fear of falling. Each of you are incredible people; made unique. There is no one like you and thus you look different from anyone else dancing. This is a good thing. Let's not be cookie cutter images of anyone... and give yourself permission to dance without negativity or fear!

Sincerely,
Grace and Hugo

Private Lesson Openings: Day & Evening Hours

Want a Private With Grace? Here is her availability for February. Email her to get one of these slots, first come first served: grace@dancingwithgrace.com

Grace's Private Slot Availability:

• Wed/Thurs/Fridays: March 5th, 6th, & 7th, 11th, 12th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 25th, 26th, 27th.

If you want her on other dates just email her and she will check her availability.

Salsa Radio

• FM Radio: WPFW Latin Flavor 89.3 FM every Sunday from 6pm till 10pm!
• “Fiesta Musical” Morgan State University WEAA 88.9FM "La Voz De La Comunidad" Tuesdays from 8pm-midnight in the Internet Listen to the show live stream at http://www.weaa.org This is produced by Guillermo Brown
• www.hardsalsaradio.com
• The Mambo Scene Internet Radio will be launching very soon. They will be having their own own internet station playing nothing but the hottest mambo, salsa, chacha and latin jazz. Music for mambo lovers. If you are a DJ interested in broadcasting your own show, please contact us at info@themamboscene.com

Physical Therapy For Dancers Is Here!

Check out Grace's Friend in DC and
Tell her Grace Sent You!

Dr. Aisha L. Lord MSPT, DPT

ALL Therapy
1201 Franklin Street NE, #105
Washington, DC 20017
(202)83-ALL PT/(202)832-5578
(202)832-5580 (fax)
www.ALLTherapy.net

8th Annual Tribute to Women in Salsa- Postponed
Eileen Torres presents the 8th Annual Tribute to Women in Salsa every year and will be picking a new date in the Spring for this event. Go to www.salsacentro.com for more information. Grace Badillo of Dancing With Grace will be honored at this event.

2. 2009 Salsa Cruise

Caribbean Salsa Cruise
May 7 - 10, 2009

Go to www.salsacruise.com and get special cruise price,
just, say you are with Dancing With Grace.

4 day 3 night cruise package includes:

• Cruise Cabin accommodations
• live & private concerts with artist
• Auto graph / photo graph session
• Salsa contest for all dancers
• Free dance workshop by: TBA
• Private cocktail party
• All meals & snacks (alcoholic beverage and soda additional cost on ship)
• Tips, taxes, & port charges *subject to change by Carnival Cruise line*
• All amenities Carnival Cruise line has to offer

Not included & additional: air fare, transfers, beach party, travel protection

FYI: If you purchase the cruise through carnival you will not be allowed to enter any of the salsa activities with this famous orchestra or any of the parties they are throwing. You must purchase it under the Dancing With Grace name through:

Monteli Travel & Cruise's, Inc.
521 Fifth Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11215
tel.: 1-718-499-6144
fax: 1-718-832-1436
outside of NY: 1-800-499-6146 or email info@salsacruise.com

This is not a Full Charter Cruise!!! Sailing aboard the CARNIVAL SENSATION, you will spend a fun 4 Days & 3 Nights Cruise to the Eastern Caribbean. This itinerary features 1 stop in Nassau, Bahamas over night, leaving out of  Port Canaveral, FL (flying into Orlando Airport).

Aboard the ship we will be dancing and enjoying live private performances by El Gran Combo De Puerto Rico, Ismael Miranda & Rich Rameriz. Along we our array of host, DJ's, dance professionals and much more...

Call and reserve your place early on the list
SPACE LIMITED , FIRST COME FIRST SERVE

***NOTE: NO CHILDREN UNDER 16YRS ALLOWED

 3. Workshop Listings/Sessions

mar 28 Saturday Body Movement Workshop - Baltimore County   Date: Saturday, March 28th, 2009 Location: 2605 Lord Baltimore Drive, Baltimore County, MD 21244 www.mddancesport.com Workshop 1-3 pm: Learn How to move your shoulders, neck, ribcage and how to accent different points in your salsa or any dance so you can look more stylish. This class is truly about technique and less about combinations. This is specifically designed to help give you body movement control. Specific Dress Code: Please come hydrated and in very comfortable clothing. Ladies, clothing that is layered and fitted is better so that you can see yourself in the mirror while moving and gain a better understanding of the movement as it is applied. Men, try to wear tighter shirts if possible. Please avoid jeans if you can as they are binding in this type of workshop. Cost: $25 if you pay in advance or $30 at the door. HUGO PLEASE MAKE THIS IN OUR STORE AS AN OPTION TO BUY THIS PRODUCT. Important Note: Please arrive 15 mins before session start time. A dance shoe and clothes sale will happen that day so bring your checkbooks and get your dance supplies!     Standard Dress Code: Yogawear/dancewear/comfy clothing. To get the most out of this workshop Grace recommends that you wear a jazz shoe, dance shoe, jazz slipper, half sole or foot thong sold at any dance supply store.  Bring a towel.  Grace's Hint: Never dance w/a wet nose and make certain to hydrate & nap prior to this workshop! Any questions? Email grace directly at grace@dancingwithgrace.com Brought to you by:

 4. Tuesdays at the Promenade

All Classes at the Promenade are $10 Each Unless Otherwise Stated

*** March 2009 Schedule ***

All Lessons $10 or $12 each

7:00pm to 8:00pm

• Beginner Salsa I: Learn important foundational salsa basics! Practice makes perfect. Don't be afraid to take this class over and over again until you are comfortable and you can then move into the 8-9 pm beginner lesson.
• Cross Body Lead w/Turn Technique $12: Need more practice on your Cross Body Lead w/Turn Steps or arms? This is the class for you!

8:00pm to 9:00pm

• Salsa Beginner II-III Technique: Learn core techniques that will allow to on the dance floor with ease all night long.
• Intermediate/Advanced Combinations:This class will focus on combinations, how to lead and follow them, executing them on different dancers throughout the class. If we do not have enough men to women ratio, we do a class that focuses on spinning, balance, footwork and arm techniques.

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 online and check out shoes like Supadance or International. They can get pricey 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 pair you should buy first and how to take care of them! Purchase our Salsa Videos.

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

 5. Saturdays at The Ark

All Classes at The Ark are $10 Each Unless Otherwise Stated
Buffet Information Below

*** March 2009 Schedule ***

8:00pm to 9:00pm

• Beginner Salsa I: Learn important foundational salsa basics! Practice makes perfect. Don't be afraid to take this class over and over again until you are comfortable and you can then move into the 8-9 pm beginner lesson.
• ** NEW ** Swing Beginner Lesson: March 21st

9:00pm to 10:00pm

• Salsa Beginner II: Learn the core techniques and transition that include Cross Body Leads and basic turns and hand movements.
• Intermediate/Advanced:This class will focus on combinations, how to lead and follow them, executing them on different dancers throughout the class.
• ** NEW ** Swing Intermediate Lesson: Only March 21st

Address:
1840s Plaza
29 South Front St.
Baltimore, MD 21202

Directions:
From I95, take I395 to downtown Baltimore. Make a right on Pratt St. Pass the Inner Harbor area and make a left on President St. On the 2nd light, make a right on E. Baltimore Street and an immediate right on S. Front St. (bare to the right). The Ark will be on your left side.

Parking Options:

• Harbor Park Garage is located across President Street (on the corner of Lombard & President Streets).
• Little Italy Garage is located on E. Pratt Street, one block south of The Ark (on the same side of President Street).
• Limited on-street parking. Metered parking is available on South Front Street, directly in front of The Ark, and are monitored 24 hours, 7 days a week; parking around the block next to all the new townhouses just recently built!

6. Good Deed of the Month: Casey Cares Foundation

Casey Cares Foundation: Uplifting programs for critically ill children and their families.

Click here to donate & 100% of your gift will go to our DWG Charities.

The Casey Cares Foundation 9th Annual Masquerade Gala March 28, 2009 Join Casey Cares for our 9th Annual Gala Masquerade Where Grand Lodge Bonnie Blink 304 International Circle Hunt Valley, Maryland  21030 When Mar 28    6:30 pm - 12:00 pm Cost $125.00 Click here to register now! Open bar, cocktail hour, live jazz, dancing, dinner and auctions Champion of Children Award recipients: Most Valuable Kids Graphix Unlimited Dimayo Family Foundation DON’T FORGET TO DRESS THE PART ! While business attire is always appropriate, we hope that you will come dressed in the masquerade theme. Ladies: Slip on your most glamorous gown and elegant mask to become a woman of fascination for the evening Gentlemen: Escape to be a man of mystery for the evening, come dressed in a tuxedo or suit with a mystical mask Tables of ten and twelve are available Proceeds benefit our programs for critically ill children We hope to see you there!

7. Student Emails: Great emails from you!

"Congratulations on a very successful grand opening of "The Ark: Thanks sooo much to Grace and Hugo for creating  a fun place to dance in Baltimore."

Cha-cha George.

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Hugo and Grace,

Congratulation on a great job you did on January 3. I can imagine how much work and preparation the whole event needed. The salsa night at The Ark turned out a great success. My friends and I had a great time. Good luck with your new venture and hope everything will work out well. You guys are very strong and dedicated. Best wishes in the New Year.  

Thank you, Elmira

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Hi Hugo & Grace,

Being at The Ark is like something out of a movie. Everything is so big and beautiful. I have been to clubs all over the east coast and when I moved to Silver Spring I was disappointed at the lack of venues on a saturday night but your place is incredible. Count me in!

Rp.

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Hi Hugo & Grace,

We thank you for helping so many people through dance. You are a shining example of great people and great instructors.

M.

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"You and Hugo outdid yourself.  What a fabulous night. I'm glad i could help out. See you next week. CONGRATULATIONS!!!!"

Jean

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Hey Grace,

Thanks again for a great lesson. For me that means that it was clear and easy to follow. Maybe that means there are fewer elements in the lesson or maybe I'm absorbing more. Either way I really enjoyed it. See you next time.

Michael

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8. Things to do

Anytime

The Salsa Grill
If you want to try one of our favorite places to eat, go to Salsa Grill, Maryland's best Spanish Latin American Restaurant near Catonsville, Security Boulevard, Woodlawn, Baltimore. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner and also do catering. Checkout their dinner menu. Located at: 6644 Security Boulevard Woodlawn, MD 21207; Phone: 410-265-5552

Support El Patron Restaurant:

El Patron's owners are kind and generous. They have kindly given their location to support Salsa For A Reason V & we hope you visit their restaurant in support of them!

El Patron Mexican Restaurante
801 N. Charles Street
Ballroom, 2nd floor
Baltimore, MD 21201
410-244-8494

Ranazul Restaurant
This is, without a doubt, one of the loveliest restaurants I have been to in years. In a word this location is impeccable: Impeccable Service, Impeccable Drinks, Impeccable Wine selections and Impeccable Food that is out of this world. The food is five stars for the price of a three star restaurant! The serving sizes are just right and eating here will take you on a delightful journey to taste buds you never knew existed. The ambiance is ultra sheik with sumptuously soft leather chairs, sensitive lighting, and a great sound system for all to enjoy. This location also boasts an incredible mini-gallery of art for the truly creative collector. After leaving this location guests are enchanted. It’s a rarity to find a restaurant that feels like home but with a royal appeal that leaves you wanting for one more dessert and one more bottle of wine "por favor"! I highly recommend that you take the time to reserve a table at this wonderful restaurant and become one of Ranazul ’ s guests at last; you will certainly go home completely satisfied and feeling like royalty! Tell them that Grace sent you. Located at: 8171 Maple Lawn Blvd. Suite 170 Maple Lawn, MD 20759; Phone: 301-498-9666

Zapatas True Mexican Food, Restaurant & Cantina
Zapatas is nestled in Columbia, Maryland & boasts the tastes of Mexico.  In the center of Columbia's revitalized Harpers Choice Village Center, you will find a 100% Mexican owned & operated dining experience.  Complete with patio dining and a separate bar called the Z-bar with games, TV's, Trivia, a small dance floor & music, Zapatas is a charming place to eat and has great Mexican food in a suburban setting.  There is plenty of parking in this very safe neighborhood.  Check them out at www.zapatasonline.com or visit them at:

Zapatas at the Harpers Choice Village Center
5485 Harpers Farm Rd
Columbia, MD 21044
410.715.6929 (Tel)

Monday Nights @ Clarendon Grill in Arlington, VA w/ Keith Givens
Salsa Classes 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Open Dancing 9:00 p.m. - close. Details: www.oohsalsa.com

Tuesday Nights - Salsa at the Promenade (see Item 4 above)

Tuesday Nights in DC
Salsa Fusion Tuesdays/8:00 pm - 12:00 am in Washington, DC. DC Salsa Productions is proud to bring to you Salsa Fusion Tuesdays. Salsa Fusion is only the best mix of Salsa, Mambo, Cha Cha, Bachata & Merengue. DC ’ s Hottest Salsa DJ "DJ Neo" 9:00 pm - 12:00 am. Dress to Impress (Jeans Are Allowed) - 21 and over (18 and over for ladies). Drink Specials All Night - $5 Cover All Night. Geisha Bar & Lounge, 727 15th Street NW (between H St. and New York Ave.,) Washington, DC 20005 Info: (703) 625-0834

Tuesday Nights w/Michelle in Bethesda: The Barking Dog is now open again!!!

For more info on all events, classes, & venues, please call or email:
Michelle- 301.237.3354 (English)
Hector- 240.426.2385 (Español/English)
info@salsadmv.com

Wednesdays at Davidsonville Dance Club w/David Malek
www.davidsonvilledanceclub.org

Wednesdays in DC w/Lee
www.dancelikemagic.com

Wednesday Nights at Club ONE (in Baltimore)
300 E. Saratoga St. Baltimore, MD (entrance on Guilford St) www.alivewithdance.com

Thursdays at Zanzibar
For more information contact: Eileen Torres at eileen@salsacentro.com or 410-551-1546

Thursdays at Red Maple
Address: 930 North Charles St, Baltimore, MD (small floor)
Website: www.930redmaple.com Phone: 410-547-0149
Note: Latin night with Salsa, Merengue, Bachata and Reggaeton.
Cover: $5 after 10:00 pm

Friday Nights in DC

Friday Night Salsa Returns to Divino Lounge in Bethesda
Join Eileen Torres at Divino Lounge. DJ Bruno plays for opening night followed on subsequent Fridays with Cacique, Sonero and Saborinquen-the “Fab Four”. Music begins at 10:30 and continues until 2:00 am. There is a special Price Fix 3-Course Dinner for $29.95 from 9:00-11:00pm. Call 240 497-0300 for reservations. Complimentary personalized cakes are ordered for birthdays and other celebrations for parties of 10 or more with prepaid admission through Pay Pal. Receive 2 additional admissions for 10 prepaid. Cakes are ordered Tuesday afternoons so make plans early. $10.00 Cover - 21+ with valid ID. eileen@saslaentro.com or 410 551-1546 for more info.
This is Salsa Sophisticates Night

• Dress to Impress-If wearing jeans please dress them up and absolutely No T Shirts.
• Coats must be checked
• Dance Shoes must be changed in restrooms

Ultrabar Mario B, a total sweetie, has a friday evening at Ultrabar. For more information check out his site! with www.dcsalsapro.com

Mario Salsa, Founder & CEO
DC Salsa Productions
Email:  msalsa@dcsalsapro.com
Office:  703-625-0834

Friday Nights in MD
Details: www.oohsalsa.com

Friday Nights w/Sean Climer "Georgiaboy": Austin Grill

Club: Austin Grill
Address: 2400 Boston St #108, Baltimore, MD 21224
Website: www.austingrill.com Phone: 410-534-0606
Lesson: Salsa, 9:30 pm Beginner & Intermediate.
Schedule: Grace Teaches March 13th!
Cost: $10 cover/lesson. $7 with dinner.
Instructors: GeorgiaBoyDance and Grace of Dancing With Grace.
Parking: Free parking in lot, in the garage, and on the street.

Friday at Towson Dance Studio w/Claudia & Rico: 9486 Deereco Rd, Timonium,Md

Begins: April 10th
cover $12 all night (includes beginners class at 8pm and intermedia at 845)
We will have free water and refresments and parking.
Floor & Conduct: Dance Shoes are mandatory. This is a beautiful location so lets take good care of it!

Saturday Nights at The Ark (see Item 5 above)

Sunday: Dance With Jeri Dembrak! Jeri does progressive lessons, pot luck dance parties and private lessons. She has been teaching for 15 years in VA & DC. Check her out at www.thesalsanews.com

Rueda Fever:
What is Rueda? A rueda is a dance where all couples are in a circle and do a step similar to Salsa but not necessarily the same. They do, however, dance to salsa music and it is the most entertaining dance to watch. Although we do not teach it, there are very capable teachers in Baltimore, DC and VA! Read below! Cuban style Salsa ("Rueda") Class

This dance is taught Sundays from 5 PM to 7:00 PM in Room 115  of "Q" Building on the campus of the Community College of Baltimore County.  That address there is: 800 S. Rolling Road; Catonsville, MD 21228.  There is also a class on Saturdays at 11:30 AM at Crown Dance; 2820 Dorr Ave.; Fairfax, VA 22031.   This is a great way to expand your repertoire of Salsa moves as the steps are all usable in one on one Salsa! ! DanceInTime.com.

AUDITIONS: DanceInTime is recruiting new members for their dance teams.  If you are interested in being considered, please contact Barb Bernstein 301-4646244 or 301-9806043 for audition information and details.  To see past performances by this group, visit: http://danceintime.com/videos.htm#perfvids.

Rueda In DC!
For more information visit www.SAOCODC.com

Saoco DC performs all over and is a great group of people! They recently performed on February 28th at The Ark. To check out photos in middle-March, go to our website and click on the photo gallery.

Rueda in VA!
For more information visit www.ruedausa.com

Like Swing? Check out David Moldover's Mad Jam on March 7, 2009: www.atlanticdancejam.com for more information! This event is the biggest swing event in the mid-Atlantic region and also boasts contests, Hustle and more!!!!!! Check them out! Dave will be teaching at THE ARK on March 21st, 2009.

The 2009 Belly Dance Nationals Competition! 
November 21, 2009

Grace will be a judge at the 2009 Belly Dance Nationals Competition in Baltimore & Hugo and Grace will be teaching at this event! You have to come! Click on the blue title above; its at the Hilton in Baltimore!!