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August Club Chatter
- Author:
- Faye Henderson
- Date Published:
- August 27, 2010
Eugene/Springfield #1010
Faye Henderson
August 8th, Club Chatter
August 8th, B I G group, (40-50), eager dancers gathered at 6pm for Laura Taylor's expert teaching of "Hustle". Laura with her unique approach and expert teaching skills led this group through an hour of basic Hustle instruction. She taught and demonstrated the foot patterns and rhythm count, back rock, to "&1 2-3,"&1 2-3, so easy and clear. And of course many other easy challenges in this popular aerobic dance.
History: just a bit about Hustle.....Based on older dances such as Mambo, the Hustle originated in Hispanic communities in New York City & Florida in the 1970's.This was originally a line dance with a Salsa-like foot rhythm, that after some fusion with swing & eventual shortening of the count to "& 1 2 3, became the present "New York" Hustle.
Robert Phaigh, (charming Laura's husband), was there to be of assistance with all the demos, and helping all the students who needed a little extra coaching.
Laura, "right off the bat", had this group in her command, very organized, rotating partners frequently. Thanks, Laura, remember you are welcomed back and will remain on our list of "favorite dance instructors".
A wonderful selection of DJ, Ballroom Dance music, for everyone's dancing pleasure, BUT, I can't remember who DJ'd.....Think it was Robert Phaigh, or maybe Wu...Anyway THANKS! I placed a call to Valerie, and her memory was no better than mine, neither does she know what time it is, but you can count on her to be an hour early!!!!! We all love you Val.....Thanks for being so prompt.....You can be 2 hours early when we run our clocks back, will all of you help me keep a loving eye on this gal.
COMING ATTRACTIONS
September 12th......Beginning Cha, Cha, Cha lesson with Mark Baker. Here is a little resume/bio of this young man's background/credentials:
Mark received his BA in Ballroom Dance in 2005 from Brigham Young University. During his time at BYU he trained & performed with BYU Ballroom dance touring company. With the company, Mark performed & competed extensively throughout the US, Western Europe, Australia, New Zealand & the South Pacific. In 2004 & 2005 Mark won two US Ballroom Dance Latin Formation titles as well as won the prestigious Blackpool England Latin Formation Title in 2004. Also Mark taught for BYU for 5 years & received the 2004 "Top Teacher" award for teaching excellence.
Following his time at BYU, Mark went on to become the Director of Ballroom Dance at Southern Utah University. In just 4 years Mark grew SUU's program to become he largest public ballroom dance performance program in the US. Under his direction the company grew from just 20 students to more than 600. He directed the flagship performing company which comprised 100+ students that traveled to perform extensively throughout the US. Additionally, Mark coached SUU to win the "current" US collegiate National Championships in both Latin American & Standard formation.
Mark is currently a US Ballroom Dance professional & travels to compete all over the US & internationally. He has won numerous competitions & is a highly sought after teacher throughout Utah and across the US. He brings a tremendous amount of experience & teaching expertise gained from an extensive professional performing & teaching career.
Do you think he is qualified to teach for our Ballroom Dance Association? What do you say...... we give him a one time chance to show us what he can do.....I can hardly wait!!!
October 10th.....Robert Alexander.......Robert, you gotta follow that?.....Yes you can....Robert will be teaching Intermediate Foxtrot at 5pm, beginning Foxtrot at 6pm. PLEASE NOTE: We are starting up our intermediate lessons this month....Don't forget...be here at 5pm, all you experienced dancers, learn some great pattens, steps and impressive styles from one our popular local teachers. Robert sometimes throws in some favorable entertainment in his classes, no extra charge of course.
November 14th.....Wayne Herendeen, Portland, owner/director Ballroom Parkrose Dance Studio. Wayne will be teaching at 5pm, Rumba, Intermediate level......6pm Beginning level Rumba. Wayne always receives a warm welcome from our chapter, and you are bound to go away from his classes enriched & inspired to take your Rumba dance to another level. PLEASE NOTE: This is our annual Semi/formal event....Ladies your opportunity to "dress to the Hilt".......Gents....Please "clean up as best you can", you're always "so handsome" when you "Clean Up". This may be the night we are entertained with Valerie and Wayne doing their Rhythm Solo....You will not want to miss this one.
We do this each month, second Sunday..... 6pm lesson for Beginning dancers. Social dancing kicks in at 7:00 till 9:30pm with the best in DJ'd Ballroom music, great sound system.
You'll find us at Veterans Memorial Building, 1626 Willamette Street, second floor, large ballroom floor, A/C. Clean environment, no smoking, no alcohol. $5 members,
Another newspaper head line: DRUNK GETS NINE MONTHS IN VIOLIN CASE
Till next time.....may you walk gently through the world and know it's beauty.
Faye
