The Backbeat Bulletin

 

 

 

 

 

 

January 2008

 

 

Welcome to the Backbeat Bulletin 1st edition for the 2008. 

 

This edition will give you an insight into events, parties, social activities on the Backbeat Horizon

 

 

Let’s start with the Xmas Party 2007 - Bigger than Ben Hur!

 

Indeed! It was bigger than Ben Hur. There were two routine performances – Sweet Escape and the Spanish Guitar routine. 

Mike and Diane received the prestigious Flash Dance and Stay’ in alive Awards for 2007, well-done guys.

 

Kathy won the Lucky Door Prize kindly donated by Doreen’s– awesome prize Kathy, thanks Doreen.

 

Glenys won some movie tickets, and Colleen won some chocolates.

 

Marty & Kimmy won the Blind Fold dance competition.  Well done to everyone!

 

A big thank you to Santa and his Little Helper for making a special appearance, just quietly we think Santa loves to dance. 

 

    

 

        Maxine & Byron                               Mike                                         Dianne                                   Kimmy & Marty              The Spanish Guitar Routine

    Dancing Blind Folded            Flash Dancer of 2007                Stayín Alive Dancer of 2007            Blind Fold Dancer Winners

 

 

 

New offer: Intimate lessons for new beginners.

 

Backbeat is now offering 5 block lessons for five couples, in a friendly & relaxed environment.  Classes will be held in Brisbane.  Each session will start at 7:00pm and finish at 8:30pm, 4 new beginners moves will be taught each week. These lessons require a 5 week commitment. The next Block will start in February,

 

Register now, suzie@backbeatdancing.com

 

 

Backbeats up and coming events:

 

Social Event 19th Jan

 

Social Picnic -Come join us in the park for a social gathering, a bit of fun, a bit of food and good company.

 

What: A social BBQ at Mooloolaba Spit

Where:  opposite the Yacht Club, Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba.

When: 1 – 4pm

BYO food and drinks, BBQ facilities available

 

 

March – New Routine

 

That’s right!  Ray & Kimmy have been conjuring up some fantastic moves to a whole new song.   This is a sexy routine with awesome intermediate moves.  The routine will be taught on the Sunshine Coast Sunday afternoons, so book your calendar, as it will be coming in March. Partner will be required, See Suzie to register. 

 

 

April – 1st Birthday Beach Party Bash

 

Bring on the party!  Backbeat will be celebrating their 1st birthday on the coast.   

Dress in your best beach outfits.  The Music will be fantastic, as we dance the night away with dancing, activities, prizes and routines.

 

 

May – Boot Camp

 

Boot camp is a one day intensive workshop session, catering for Beginners and Intermediate dancers. Both Beginner and Intermediate classes will run for 4 hours with breaks. More information released closer to the date.

 

June – Social Activity. 

 

More information released closer to the date.

 

 

Ceroc Cruise - P&O Modern Jive Dancing Cruise

 

Leaving Brisbane, you’ll be cruising and visiting the beautiful Whitsunday’s, Cairns, Port Douglas, and Willis Island.

 

18 – 25 October 2008,

 

For more information see Jas Carmel from Dance Away or visit www.danceaway.com.au or www.modernjivetravelclub.com

 

 

 

Feedback, Suggestions…………….

 

We are always looking at improving our classes, at Back beat we strive to offer good teaching, good music and a great atmosphere. If have you any ideas or feedback that might help us to make it better, we want to hear from you. You can email us at info@backbeatdancing.com

 

 

See you on the dance floor J

Ray, Suzie, Kimmy, Ross, Elissa, Leone, Doreen, Cathy, Maggie and Wayne

The Backbeat Team