September 2007 Newsletter - Top Hat Dance Studio

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Fall is ahead of us with the promise of new dance opportunities and dance excitement! Some of those opportunities include the New Youth classes in Philadelphia, the Mind & Body Yoga Seminar, and another great trip to Puerto Rico! Please read through the newsletter to find out more….

First, we would like to extend gigantic congratulations to Daniel & Jameson for becoming certified in the Standard dances with the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD)! ISTD is an organization that produces and governs the syllabi by which Ballroom competitions are based. The exam was given by ISTD president, Mr. Peter Billett. Both Daniel and Jameson passed the test “highly commended”. Please be sure to congratulate the newest members of this prestigious society!

Congratulations also to Sally Meints and Michele Moyer who took ISTD medal tests. Medal tests consist of dancing through an amalgamation in a particular dance. Sally & Michele took tests in the Bronze level of all Standard dances and Cha-Cha & Rumba. These exams were also administered by Peter Billett. Both Sally & Michele passed several of their tests with honors!

Top Hat would like to offer our deepest thanks to Universal Dancesport and more specifically to Sandra Fortuna for her instruction in preparation for the ISTD tests. We would also like to thank her for orchestrating the exam weekend and the master class with Mr. Billett. Thank you Sandy!

And more congratulations go out to our resident Hip-Hop teacher Ryan Stauffer for his casting in the movie “The Great Observer”. Ryan will be dancing in “The Great Observer” which chronicles the start of Louis Armstrong’s musical career in New Orleans. We wish Ryan all the best with this amazing opportunity!

In this month’s edition you will find information on…

1) Mind & Body Yoga Seminar

2) New Salsa Morph Party

3) Myfoxphilly’s HOT LIST

4) Puerto Rico Hustle & Salsa

5) Philadelphia Youth Classes

6) September Studio Schedule

Mind & Body Seminar

On September 9^th, Top Hat Dance Studio will hold a “Mind & Body Seminar” from 11am-2pm at the Philadelphia location. This event will include a workshop discussing the benefits of yoga and pilates and how these exercises promote a healthier and more centered practice. There will be mini lessons in yoga, partner yoga, and pilates. A light lunch will be served. Cost for the seminar is $25 per person. Please call for a reservation as spaces are limited. Come join us for an afternoon of relaxation and stress release.

New Salsa Morph Party

With the success of Top Hat’s new Salsa Program, we are excited to add a monthly Salsa Morph Party to compliment the already popular Morph Parties and to give everyone more chances to practice their spicy Salsa steps.

The Salsa Morph Parties will begin October 6^th and continue on the first Saturday of each month. Every party starts at 8:00pm with an all levels group class. The party commences at 9:00pm with a mix of Latin music ranging from and including; Rumba, Cha-Cha, Bachata, Guafuera, etc. As the evening continues, the music will Morph into a strictly salsa party.

Please join us October 6^th for an evening of fiery Salsa fun! And if you want to freshen up on your Salsa moves, why not come to a Friday night Salsa class?! Level I is at 7:30pm and Level II is at 8:30pm every Friday night at the Philadelphia Studio. See you on the dance floor!

Myfoxphilly’s Hot List

There are still a few weeks left to vote for Top Hat Dance Studio in the “myfoxphilly’s HOT LIST”. Top Hat is no longer in the lead. We need your help to regain the lead and take home the title! We have been overwhelmed with the votes and comments Top Hat Dance Studio has already received. To win this award would be remarkable!

Please go to http://myfoxphilly.com/hotlist to vote.

Voting ends September 22^nd!

Please do not forget to vote and tell all your friends which studio is your favorite place to dance in Philadelphia! Thank you for supporting Top Hat Dance Studio!

Puerto Rico Hustle & Salsa Festival

Top Hat Dance Studio is thrilled to return to Puerto Rico for the 2^nd annual Hustle & Salsa Festival. Last year, many of the Top Hat family enjoyed several days of sun, fun, & dancing. This year promises to be even better! Workshops will be taught throughout the weekend by the biggest names in the Hustle & Salsa communities. The weekend also includes poolside parties and shows every evening. The event runs October

11-14, 2007 at the beautiful Condado Plaza Resort in San Juan. Please contact the studio for more information. Come join us at a tropical paradise for a fantastic weekend of dancing!

Philadelphia Youth Classes

Top Hat is thrilled to begin the fall with new classes for our younger dancers! Between Creative Movement, Ballet, Hip-Hop, and Ballroom & Latin, Top Hat Dance Studio is brimming with exciting ways to bring dance to students.

Please see the descriptions below to choose the perfect class for your little dancer. Registration for all Youth classes will remain open through the month of September. Contact the studio with any questions. We look forward to a fabulous new year of dance!

Class

Ages

Description

Date & Time

Pre-Bronze Ballroom & Latin

6 – 12

12 - 17

Students will begin to learn the excitement and joy of Ballroom and Latin dancing through the teaching of the ISTD International Syllabus. Within the structure of this class, students will gain the necessary skills that will prepare them for various competitive and performance opportunities.

Wednesday

5:00pm – 6:25pm

Creative Movement

3 - 5

Creative Movement begins the journey of body awareness and motor skill development for every little dancer. Through the use of music & dance games, students learn self-expression and movement in a fun and encouraging atmosphere

Saturday

10:00am –10:45am

Dance Fundamentals I

5 – 7

In Dance Fundamentals, students begin to learn specific dance terminology & technique by incorporating steps from ballet and jazz. The basics of musical expression are also explored in this class.

Saturday

9:00am –9:55am

Dance Fundamentals II

7 – 9

Ballet I

9 – 12

In these classes movement is learned in a more conventional ballet class setting. Strength, flexibility, and poise are developed through barre work, exercises in the center of the floor, and traveling across the floor.

Saturday

11:00am –11:55am

13 – 17

Thursday

4:30pm – 5:25pm

Ballet II

Upon

placement

Wednesday

3:30pm – 4:25pm

Hip-Hop

8 – 12

Hip-Hop is the perfect avenue to learn today’s most popular dance moves. The dance patterns given in this class will challenge the mind & body to move creatively while studying Hip-Hop and it’s influence on jazz and theater dance styles.

Saturday

10:00am – 10:55am

13 – 17

Saturday

11:00am – 11:55am

September Studio Schedule

Philadelphia:

West Coast Swing Classes are cancelled for September 20th. All other classes will run to schedule for the month of September.

There will be 3 Morph Parties this month! Ballroom & Latin Morph Party on September 8th, Hustle Morph Party on September 15th, and West Coast Swing Morph Party on September 22nd. All Morph Parties include an all levels group class at 8:00pm with the party beginning at 9:00pm. The cost of each party is $10 per person and you are welcome to BYOB. If you have any questions, please contact the studio.

For all other class schedules and cancellations please pick up a calendar at the studio or visit our website at www.tophatdancestudio.com.

Lancaster:

New group classes begin September 5th & 6th. Please check www.tophatdancestudio.com or contact the studio for a complete listing.

The monthly studio party is on Friday, September 28th. There will be a group class at 8:00pm and the party will immediately follow at 9:00pm.

For all other class schedules and cancellations please pick up a calendar
at the studio or visit our website at www.tophatdancestudio.com

As always, if you have any questions or need more information on anything, please feel free to contact the studio, and as always…

Keep Dancing!!

Top Hat Dance Studio

10771 Bustleton Avenue

Philadelphia, Pa 19116

(215) 676-3100

110 S. Railroad Avenue

New Holland, PA 17557

(717) 393-6653

Website: www.tophatdancestudio.com

Email: info@tophatdancestudio.com

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