Dance News: Dance Classes Thurs & Line Dance! FINALLY Lol!
/TUESDAY, JUNE 16th, 2020!!!!!
Hello to our Dance Family!
Welcome to Phil Adams' & Mindia Robin's Newsletter: "As the Dancer Turns..."
Time to take another spin with this uplifting issue.
Soap Opera Snippets
A Day in the Life of...
NEW STUFF!
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HEY PRECIOUS DANCE FAMILY... STILL MISSING YOU!
I've been getting messages from people, wondering where the newsletter is. Reminding me that this last weekend was 1st Saturday Lol. Makes me so happy that people care. Sorry we are late. One excuse is that we had issues with our newsletter server. And then issues with the internet. And then issues with Phil OMG. (All true stories.) Let's get to it!
FINALLY BIG NEWS YAY!!! FOR REAL!!!
JOIN US EVERY THURSDAY, STARTING THIS WEEK: JUNE 18th for ZOOM DANCE CLASSES w/ PHIL & MINDIA!
Probably special guest appearance by Jasper Cat. Barb said that soon he will be teaching classes Lol.
After many hours of preparing for zoom, & more hours of delays (many kinds), we are ready. (Phil adds that it's never his fault. With a big smirk.)
We have missed everyone so much; it will be great to see you soon.
WE ARE OFFERING THESE CLASSES & DANCING FOR FREE!
Donations are always appreciated. (See info below about many ways to contribute.)
NEW WEEKLY THURSDAY LINE-UP (PST CALI):
6:15 to 7pm Beginner West Coast Swing (intro to basics)
7 to 7:15pm Chit Chat/ Social
7:15 to 8pm Intermediate West Coast Swing (pattern & styling)
8 to 8:30pm ish Social Dancing w/ DJs Phil & Mindia. Also chat time with friends on Zoom.
*Classes will be taught as usual, breaking down leader & follower parts separately. Then we will demonstrate together. You are welcome to join the classes, with or without a partner. No experience needed for beginner class. Please know basics for Intermediate level.
*We encourage more experienced students to come warm up in Beginner class. Just like old times Lol! Anybody feeling rusty?
*Even if you do not want to take the class, try & pop in between 8 & 8:30pm during the social dance. We would love to see you.
*ZOOM STEPS: If you want to join us, send us an email: info@PhilAndMindiaDance.com. Please send it by this Wednesday at the latest. (For future classes, please always email us for the link at the latest the day before class. Sooner is better. Save us stress Lol.) Then we will email you back the link & details. In the meantime, download Zoom (if you have not already). It's FREE. You can use your cell phone, tablet, or computer. Preferably a computer, since it has a bigger screen. (You do not need an account.) If possible, hook up your computer to your TV set for a larger image. Please no sharing of the link with anyone else. (We will keep track of class list.) If you have any issues, contact your local tech support Just-in Time Lol.
A SUMMER SURPRISE FOR EVERYONE...ESPECIALLY PEOPLE WITHOUT A PARTNER.
JOIN US TUESDAY, JUNE 23rd VIA ZOOM to LEARN THE NEW USHER LINE DANCE CHALLENGE!
Several weeks ago I saw that Usher, with Jermain Dupri, created a line dance & challenge in April. Especially for these challenging times, Usher wanted to get people up & dancing. Being that these are not ideal times for partner dancing, I thought it would be a great thing to share. The line dance is called "Da Sauce," based on the song "Don't Waste My Time" that Usher sings with Ella Mai.
Here is a sneak peak video!
TUESDAY, JUNE 23rd: (PST CALI) 7:15 to 8pm Phil & Mindia break down Da Sauce Line Dance, then practice time.
*CLASS IS FREE, DONATIONS ARE WELCOMED. (See info below about many ways to contribute.)
*ZOOM STEPS: If you want to join us, send us an email: info@PhilAndMindiaDance.com Please send it by Monday, June 22nd at the latest. Sooner is better. Then we will email you back the link & details. In the meantime, download Zoom (if you have not already). It 's FREE. You can use your cell phone, tablet, or computer. Preferably a computer, since it has a bigger screen. (You do not need an account.) If possible, hook up your computer to your TV set for a larger image. Please no sharing of the link with anyone else. (We will keep track of class list.) If you have any issues, contact your local tech support Just-in Time Lol.
POST VIDEO WRAP UP REMARKS.
After reviewing the line dance video, here is how the conversation went down. True story.
PHIL: "OMG. I do have a mullet. Lauren (my daughter) tried telling me this on a recent FaceTime video call. And it's a two-tone mullet."
MINDIA (to Phil): "You made good faces. I'm so busy focused on my steps I just learned, that I didn't add in fun facial expressions."
PHIL: I have to remember to pull my shoulders back. And NOT to wear a white t-shirt, since it makes me look like I gained weight."
MINDIA: "Make sure you edit the video, to cut out the 2nd section, where my belly is sticking out."
JASPER: "I'm purrfect."
ZOOM CLASS DISCLAIMER: MANDATORY READ, BUT ENTERTAINING.
Normally in our classes, we have new students sign a one time liability waiver, as per our insurance company's protocol. Since we cannot give you a waiver in person for now, for all upcoming zoom classes that we teach, we are not liable for any injuries/ issues with participants. This includes:
1. Broken furniture due to arm styling or dancing out of your slot, etc.
2. Trip & fall, due to your pet in the way.
3. Mental distress due to separation anxiety, since you can't be with us in person.
REMINDER: CHECK OUT FUN "CALL YOU OUT" & "SONG PICKS" BELOW!!!
UNSEEN VIDEO CLIP: PHIL & MINDIA DANCE... Jasper Cat is on the dance floor. (Reminds me of an old song "No parking on the Dance Floor" Lol.)
The song is "Happy" by Pharrell Williams... for some much needed good vibes.
IN CASE YOU MISSED THIS ONE ON FB FROM THURSDAY...
HERE IS ANOTHER FUN DANCE AT HOME, FROM OUR LIVING ROOM. Jasper Cat is on the other side of the camera, watching. An old song by Mapei, called "Don't Wait." Still a fave.
THEORY 1, 2, or 3??? Two days after posting this video on FB, we had over 1000 views. My theory was that we were missed, being that I skipped posting the week before. And the prior week, ROUND 8, was a detour from dancing for nature adventures. John Lodin's theory was that each person had to watch it several times, to try & find Jasper Cat. (The kitty was not visible in the video.) Phil's theory was that the 1K views must have been because of his fun entrance. What do you think??? Do you have a Theory 4? Lol.
WHAT YOU CAN DO TO SUPPORT US
Donate, take on-line group classes, take on-line private lessons, & let your friends know!
DONATE
You can choose to make a donation, to help us through this difficult time. We teach dance for a living, & have no other jobs.
1. VENMO
Download the Venmo app (free) on your cell phone.
Search @NascarPhil15
(Last four digits of Phil's phone number 4966)
@MindiaRobin
(Last four digits of Mindia's phone number 5690)
***In the comment section, please note: Donation***
2. PAYPAL
Download the Paypal app (free) on your cell phone.
Search @NascarPhil15, @MindiaRobin
***In the comment section, please note: Donation***
3. CHECK
Mail a check, payable to Phil Adams or Mindia Robin, to our PO BOX address:
Phil Adams or Mindia Robin (or both Lol)
11138 East Del Amo Blvd. #175
Lakewood, CA 90715
4. We are setting up credit card donation options on our website, PhilAndMindiaDance.com.
5. Drive by our house & drop off lots of cash at the front door.
6. Sign over your stimulus check to us.
7. Mail us lots of expensive gifts. LOLOLOLOL.
It doesn't matter who you make the donation to; we will divide it up fairly Lol. Same for paying for upcoming classes.
***NOTE***
We are supporting precautions to still stay home as much as possible, & to use social distancing (minimum 6 feet), etc. when out, until there is more info this next month or so as things are opening up. We have a huge responsibility to our dance family, & do not want to take chances on any "in person" dance stuff, before we think it's safe. Between Phil & I, we have had three family members who have had Coronavirus. Fortunately they are all ok now. That definitely has been an influence in our cautiousness. So we will watch & wait awhile longer. Thank goodness for Zoom options. Not ideal, but at least we can be together & dance!
CALL YOU OUT!
Here is where we get to pick on our readers, instead of each other Lol. Most of you know that I'm a nightbird. Phil is bugging me to say that he is a night owl too. Often the newsletter gets finished & emailed out between 1 & 2am. Btw... it is now 2:49am. So last month, I sent it about 1am. By 1:30am, 60 people had already opened it Lol. I am calling out all the earlybirds who don't wait up to get the newsletter hahaha!
TUNE-UP YOUR PLAYLIST!
We want to share with you our favorite songs!
MINDIA'S SONG PICK "Fly Me to the Moon" by Ben l'Oncle Soul (Remake... cool version!)
PHIL'S SONG PICK "Somebody" by Natalie La Rose (blast from the past Lol!)
FLASHMOB/ WEST COAST SWING RALLY 2020
Being that things are so up in the air this year, & most WCS dance events are being cancelled in 2020 around the world, it's difficult to commit & plan to working on the routine. What is your interest level at this point? Please let us know if you want to start working on the routine (via Zoom), with or without a partner, even with the uncertainty of the situation.
THANKS AGAIN FOR ALL OF YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT! WE ARES SO GRATEFUL. XO. TAKE GOOD CARE, & REACH OUT IF YOU NEED SOMETHING.
ONGOING STUFF!
OUR IMPROV EXHIBITION OF WEST COAST SWING...
PERFORMED AT THE SPRING BALL, HOSTED by SOUTH BAY DANCE CLUB on MAY 18th, 2018 (Ayres Hotel)!
Thanks so much to Linda & Marie for inviting us to perform at their fun, classy event. Thanks so much to Mike Lucek for the video! More videos & pics are on our FB.
PRIVATE LESSONS!
Private lessons may be available with Phil or myself. You will have fun, & learn stuff too! Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, & Saturdays. Various venues. Let us know if interested. Privates may also be split between 2 to 4 people (maybe more). Ask for the $5 discount per DVD when you schedule.
PROMO & ADVERTISING HELPERS!
If anybody wants to help us with promoting & advertising resources, please let us know.
DANCE DVDs!
We have two DVDs available, Beginner & Intermediate WCS. You can purchase them with a credit card in person (cash or check is fine also), or through our web store! More info about payment & options under Highlights.
PUNCH CARDS
We have punch cards available for purchase: ten classes for $100 w/ the eleventh class FREE! Punch cards do not expire. We do take credit cards in person or through our web-store.
Highlights... Takin' Care of Business
*DANCE DVD'S!: Payment & Options: Dance DVSs are $35 each (plus tax if credit card payment). Credit card payments are available in person, (or cash or check in person is fine also), or through our web store. If order your DVDs through our website, you have the option to click the "pick up at class" option (to avoid shipping charges), or you can have them shipped.
* Please add our joint business e-mail to your contact/address book, to avoid Spam difficulties: info@PhilAndMindiaDance.com Please use this contact for any future communications.
* All of our classes are drop-in (some do run in a series). No partner needed for any of our classes. No prior dance experience needed for Beginner classes. Two left feet are welcomed; we will introduce you to your right foot! (Phil wanted credit for that last comment.)
* Once you have moved up from our Beginner level classes to Intermediate and then later Advanced, you are welcome to continue taking our Beginner classes for FREE! We want to encourage you to continue working on your basics; that is most important to develop a strong foundation. The best dancers usually are the ones who have worked on their basics for years. When you keep taking Beginner classes, you are also helping the new students to progress faster, since they get to rotate & dance with more experienced dancers.
We hope that you have enjoyed this episode of "As the Dancer Turns..." I know that we have! Stay tuned for more entertaining issues.
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Hope to see you dancing soon,
Mindia :-))) ..... & Phil