Changes at “DANCING WITH THE STARS”

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Direct from ABC 7 News:

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) — ABC’s hit show “Dancing With The Stars” is going through some changes next season, according to one of its champions, Cheryl Burke. She dropped by ABC7 to give Cheryl Jennings an exclusive update.

“‘Dancing’ is now only once a week,” Burke said. “It’s Monday nights, so basically Monday, you’ll see what you get on Tuesday, so entertainment will move to Monday and an elimination will happen that same night.”

Burke in town for two days, teaching classes at her Mountain View studio and working with her favorite charities. She and her mother are launching a nationwide web service soon to link dance teachers and students.

“Maybe we can learn from what we have experienced as mom and daughter, when I was looking for a dance instructor for you,” Sherri Burke said.

You can meet Burke right now at her Mountain View studio for a chat session, classes and a cha-cha performance. “Dancing With The Stars” will air on Mondays in the fall on ABC7.

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Emerald Ball Dancesport Competition

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2013 will be a record breaking year with 15,000 entries!

If you are a serious pro-am, amateur or professional competitor Wayne and Donna Eng’s Emerald Ball is a ‘must do’ competition. One of the three largest competitions in America – this event attracts the best of the best from the U.S. and abroad. The dance standard is high and so is the prize money.

Just starting out? The Emerald Ball is also a great competition to get your feet wet with the newcomer events. Get inspired and get a goal, watching some of the top competitors in the world. Don’t forget your camera, as you’ll probably see ‘Dancing With The Stars’ performers in person! Great food, a fun hotel — plus close to L.A.’s most exciting attractions.

Adding on an extra day, the Emerald Ball will take place from May 1st – May 5th.  For more information about participation and/or tickets, . . .
Visit: EmeraldBall.com

BALLROOM DANCE DRESS … FOR RENT

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With the high cost of professional dancesport trainers and competition fees, not to mention travel & hotel cost, ballroom dancers have a lot to handle before they even step out onto the competition floor.  KE dancewear is developing a ballroom dance dress rental site to help ballroom dancers offset the high costs of ballroom dance competitions.  The site should debut some time in June 2013.

However, if you’re in need of a ballroom dress rental today, we will open the vault for you to rent early.  Keep in mind that many of our dresses have never been worn yet.  And, since we’re in the development stages, we may be able to collaborate on a design with you and instead of you buying your ballroom dress for $3500, you can rent it for only a fraction of the cost, often 10-20%.  That’s a huge savings and a benefit often unheard of!  If you’d like to inquire about what we have available for rent,  contact:  info@KEdancewear.com

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GREAT DEALS IN NY AT DANCESPORT

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Register in advance for your Free Group Class: Thursday, April 11th at 7:30pm or Saturday, April 13th by calling:  212-307-1111
or send an email to: april@dancesport.com

Congratulations from DanceSport!  They can’t wait to meet you!

BONUS…  DanceSport Weddings 

How to Dress for Salsa Dancing

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    It’s no secret that in everyday dressing, black is usually most forgiving.  And when dressing for Salsa dancing, the same rules apply.

1. Dress in dark colors because they’ll usually work best for hiding sweat and any water you may spill when trying to hydrate from all that cardio.  However it doesn’t hurt to add a pop of color hear and there.
2. Make sure you also wear lightweight stretchable clothing; you’ll be grateful for clothes that breathe and fabrics that are movable help you strike your salsa moves with precision.  However, be aware that Nylon clothing will dry faster than cottons.
3. Skirts should be worn above the Knee or shorter.  Flirty moveable skirts are best but when it comes to your tops, keep it simple.  Wear short sleeve or no sleeve pullover stretchable tops that are well fitted around the waist.  Long sleeves are a no-no because they tend to get in the way of all that fast salsa movement and may cause you and your partner to disconnect.
4. Wear shoes that are firm around your feet that also have smooth soles to prevent falls or injuries.  And although we like our heels high ladies, lower heels will allow you to move well during spins.
5. Last but not least and definitely above all else, remember that all those fast dips and spins may play peek-a-boo with your undergarments ladies, so sometimes briefs under you skirt or booty shorts may be a great option.

That being said, when Salsa dancing, the most important thing to wear is a great smile; which you should have no problem doing when you’re having fun being dipped and spun around the dance floor.
Oh and P.S., … a little deodorant probably wouldn’t hurt!

Take notes, Be Safe, & Live to Dance,

Karol from KEdancewear.com