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Welcome to Sedona Dance News, an on line newsletter for dance lovers!
The goal of this running commentary is to keep my dance students at Dana De Luz Sedona Studio and other dance enthusiasts informed of the progress of my dance studio's development, classes, schedules, discounts, special events and great places to dance in Northern Arizona. Enjoy!
Contact: dancingdana64@gmail.com or call (928) 862-0118

Saturday, October 30, 2010

"How much does it cost?"

This is an important question! I believe you should always know what you get for the price. At Dana De Luz Sedona Studio, I offer very fair prices with additional savings when you prepay for a full calendar month or when you buy a Happy Feet class card. Your FIRST GROUP CLASS with me is always FREE! I want you to come in and experience my teaching style. How else will you know if it's worth the price?

BABY & ME, PRESCHOOL and KINDERGARTEN CLASSES
All 45-minute children's classes: $10 per dancer per class or $8 per class when prepaying for a full month.**
Baby and Me: $12.00 per baby/parent couple or $10.00 when prepaying for a month. (1-hour)**
!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See below for HAPPY FEET DANCE CARD deals !!!!!!!!!!!!!! 

 SOCIAL DANCE CLASSES
Grades 1-3, 4-6, 7-8, High School & Adults (1-hour):  $12.00 per dancer per class or $10.00 per class when paying for a full month in advance. ** (Note: these classes may be combined due to low turn out)
PRIVATE, SEMI-PRIVATE CLASSES & BYOG
Private (1-2 dancers):  $60.00 per 1-hour ($30 per dancer)
Semi-private (3-4 dancers):  $80.00 per 1-hour  (as little as $20 per dancer!)
Build-Your-Own-Group Class, BYOG for short (6 dancers minimum): $8 per dancer for the 1st class and $6 per dancer when your group pays for 5 or more continuing scheduled classes.**

HAPPY FEET DANCE CARD: Get TEN 1-hour group classes for $80.00 
LITTLE HAPPY FEET DANCE CARD: Get TEN 45-minute group classes for $60.00  
                                                                                   
**When purchasing classes by the month or on a "5 or more" basis, no refunds are available for missed classes.

Contact me, Dana, for more info or to sign up for classes! Email or call (928) 862-0118.

Friday, October 29, 2010

Big Park Kids Cha-Cha their way toward Thanksgiving Break!

Do you have kids in 6th, 7th, or 8th grades at Big Park?    GREAT NEWS! 

They'll be learning the Cha-Cha in P.E. class during the first 3 weeks in November. I look forward to teaching them this fun latin dance to some great music. They'll be asked to research the Cha-Cha's history, too. We'll also explore how science and math are present in learning to dance. 

It's all thanks to Coach Barnes and the Artist in the Classroom Program.

What a fun way to learn!

Latest Apps for a Safer Halloween

My good friend, Jane Schneider, who is the editor of the Memphis Parent newspaper, was just interviewed by a local TV station about those news phone apps that might make your kids a little safer on Halloween. Jane gives some great advice on how much a parent can rely on these high-tech apps.

Here's to a safe and Happy Halloween!!!

Monday, October 25, 2010

Wild Wedding Dances

With wedding dances on my mind, I found the Top 10 Wedding Dance videos on YouTube including one Bonus feature. Enjoy! I did.
Just a tip... don't select a song much longer than 3 minutes unless you are changing dance styles or dancers. You don't want to bore your guests. The Dirty Dancing take-off is the perfect length and it gets the guests up and dancing at the end. What could be better?

Sunday, October 24, 2010

Wedding Services

If dancing your first dance as a married couple has you shakin' in your dance shoes, let me help. No one wants to look "foolish" or "boring" on the dance floor during their wedding reception. These are words I've heard from my previous customers. Instead they want to "impress", "entertain" and even "surprise" their friends and family.
Whether you can study with me for months or you only have time for a class or two, one lesson is better than none. Let me get you comfortable moving together as one. Once that is done you will feel confident and relaxed and it will show in your dancing. I've had wedding couples call on me with just hours until their wedding day and leave thanking me for making them "feel so much better". I'd also love to create specialized choreography for my couples that sets the mood of the party, enhances the wedding theme, tells their love story, or expresses who they are.
Jeff and Lynn Swartz began with no ballroom dance experience and a lot of enthusiasm. After learning what their wedding would look and feel like, how they met and that humor was a major player in their relationship, I created a lighthearted and elegant foxtrot. After 10-weekly sessions including a final rehearsal on the actual reception dance floor, Jeff and Lynn delighted their guests. You can see the joy on everyone's faces!




(Wedding photography by: Sedona Bride Photography)

In addition to working with wedding couples, I offer my services as a dance instructor at the sometimes awkard rehearsal dinner. A group dance class is a fun way to break the ice. The bridesmaids and groomsmen will be more comfortable walking down the aisle together, everyone will learn a few dance steps for the reception and their guaranteed to laugh.
I have also helped a nervous father or two feel better about that memorable father/daughter dance.

For more information on what I can do for you: email me or contact Sedona Wedding Studio for our complete wedding services.

Friday, October 22, 2010

BIG NEWS for Sedona Studio!

I have been graciously welcomed as a new member of the Sedona Wedding Studio, an elite group of wedding and event specialists. I am proud to be in their company and excited to add my dance talents to future celebrations.
http://sedonaweddingstudio.com/sedona-wedding-studio-welcomes-dana-de-luz/

Sedona Studio's KICK-OFFer

Here it is. My first limited time offer....

The first 5 customers enrolling in any group class and my first 5 private clients will all receive 25% OFF their first purchase! It's my 5 x 5 = 25% OFFer.

If you've been looking for dance classes for yourself or your child in the Village of Oak Creek, AZ don't let this offer go to waste. This offer will only be available to the first 5 students in each class category. See my earlier post:  Classes Now Accepting Students

I look forward to teaching you or your child!