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Wednesday, May 17, 2017
Monday, May 15, 2017
Just Musing: A Blast From Da Past @UH
DANCES WITH WOLVES part 4
It was one of those weekends of roaming the circuit where Lani and I met Judy Allen, the Dance Director of the University of Hawaii. We were with friends at one of our favorite hunts (Carmelo's Dance Studio) on Kapiolani Blvd. having a good time social dancing to some good CD music. During a short break for refreshments, our host Carmelo introduced Judy Allen. Actually, Judy Allen was on a recruiting mission to get ballroom dancers to perform at the University of Hawaii Kennedy Theater 25th Anniversary Dance Concert. She needed at least 25 couples who are willing to put some time in to learn and practice the routine and finally perform on stage in front of an audience for one week.
There were more than 25 couples (all senior teenagers) that showed up for the first practice. Judy Allen was the choreographer and Tommy Nakamura was the Dance Consultant. Eventually, some dancers dropped out but the dedicated ones stead fast. Practice of the routine went on for a couple of weeks, five days a week and at the end, Judy Allen had her final 25 couples to perform in the Dance Concert.
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There were more than 25 couples (all senior teenagers) that showed up for the first practice. Judy Allen was the choreographer and Tommy Nakamura was the Dance Consultant. Eventually, some dancers dropped out but the dedicated ones stead fast. Practice of the routine went on for a couple of weeks, five days a week and at the end, Judy Allen had her final 25 couples to perform in the Dance Concert.
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Thursday, May 11, 2017
Just Musing A Blast From Da Past
Dances With Wolves part 3
Although, my main squeeze and I ran with the new "wolf pack", we still remained with HBDA as Standing Instructors at the Hawaii Kai Chapter and at the Waialae Chapter, and as temporary Rotating Instructors at the Manoa Chapter, Aliamanu Chapter, and Nuuanu Chapter. We were young and full of energy and with the desire to teach ballroom dancing. As I mentioned earlier that the Hawaii Kai Chapter performed some kinky skits at HBDA events. Besides "The Evolution of Rock" and "Flash Dance" performances, the chapter went into another hilarious mode and performed a rib tickler Ballet called "The Nut Cracker Suite" choreographed by Darlene Yap. Guys dressed in Ballerina costume were George Ogata and Harold Kim, along with Jean Ogata. The pole bearers were Christy Ammons, Maryann Yokoyama, and Patsy H. Playing the part of the Prince was Lani Sierra, and the Ballerina Princess was played by Gilbert Ammons.
The following year at the HBDA Masquerade Ball, George, Harold, Gilbert, along with Bill Young, David Shimogawa and Don "brought down the house" with another hilarious performance called "The Bargin Basement". The ladies participated in that skit, too, while Lani went on to join the Can Can Gals, the Rock 'N' Roll Escapade, Hula Exhibition with Zula Zachodni and Dottie Wilde of Hawaii Kai Chapter.
It was the summer of 2000, when martial arts instructors and students were invited to perform a demonstration of their art....Tai Chi Chuan, Kung Fu with weapons, and Bagua Zhang.
Although, my main squeeze and I ran with the new "wolf pack", we still remained with HBDA as Standing Instructors at the Hawaii Kai Chapter and at the Waialae Chapter, and as temporary Rotating Instructors at the Manoa Chapter, Aliamanu Chapter, and Nuuanu Chapter. We were young and full of energy and with the desire to teach ballroom dancing. As I mentioned earlier that the Hawaii Kai Chapter performed some kinky skits at HBDA events. Besides "The Evolution of Rock" and "Flash Dance" performances, the chapter went into another hilarious mode and performed a rib tickler Ballet called "The Nut Cracker Suite" choreographed by Darlene Yap. Guys dressed in Ballerina costume were George Ogata and Harold Kim, along with Jean Ogata. The pole bearers were Christy Ammons, Maryann Yokoyama, and Patsy H. Playing the part of the Prince was Lani Sierra, and the Ballerina Princess was played by Gilbert Ammons.
The following year at the HBDA Masquerade Ball, George, Harold, Gilbert, along with Bill Young, David Shimogawa and Don "brought down the house" with another hilarious performance called "The Bargin Basement". The ladies participated in that skit, too, while Lani went on to join the Can Can Gals, the Rock 'N' Roll Escapade, Hula Exhibition with Zula Zachodni and Dottie Wilde of Hawaii Kai Chapter.
It was the summer of 2000, when martial arts instructors and students were invited to perform a demonstration of their art....Tai Chi Chuan, Kung Fu with weapons, and Bagua Zhang.
Monday, May 08, 2017
ILIMA BALLROOM DANCE CLUB 34th Anniversary Dance
Purchase tickets at the door $10.00 (No Bento).
Sunday, May 07, 2017
Just Musing A Blast From Da Past
DANCES WITH WOLVES part 2
"The Pack" grew older in age and many of the "wolves" slowed down going to social dancing and no more group exhibition dancing. Instead their main interest was going bowling, playing tennis, and golfing. Lani and I kept in touch with the old "pack" but we eventually joined another "wolf pack" that was headed by Harold and his mate Harriet. They were much older than Lani and me and so were the other members but they were always hungry for social dancing. We were still the "pups" of this new "pack" but they were a fun "pack" and we headed to every weekend dance venues including night clubs such as the Bavarian Garden in the Royal Hawaiian
Shopping Center, the Warriors Lounge at the Hale Koa Hotel, the Elks Club, and Carmelo's Dance Studio on Kapiolani Blvd. Since Lani and I were still members of HBDA, there was opportunity to join certain elite groups. One group was Eugene and Harriet Ichinose's Can Can which Lani joined and did several performances in HBDA Showcases. The other was Evelyn Cummings' Rock & Roll Escapade which was comprised of guys and dolls. They were Terri Chun, Jane Hongo, Faye Martinez, Ann Ramelb, Diane Umeda, Kathy Uyehara, Calvin Pang, Joe Ramelb, Yvvone Miyamoto, Jerry Sueda, Lani Sierra, and Patsy Tsukamoto. As HBDA staff reporter Sim Redona wrote in his column, "Slightly diverting from the norm, the 29th Anniversary Ball will present a show biz number called "A Rock 'N' Roll Escapade. Choreographed by Evelyn Cummings, a Rotating Instructor, this action packed special is composed of hard core Rock 'N' Rollers...ten sexy chicks and only three foxy dudes.."Gutsy Thirteen"..assembled from Ala Wai, Kaimuki, and Hawaii Kai Chapters. If "Rock 'N' Roll Escapade" can exude the magic of "Can Can," then we're going to be in for a treat this "Anniversary Ball. Join the pack and watch the foxes and chicks gyrate, swivel, twist and shake. (TO BE CONTIiNUED)
"The Pack" grew older in age and many of the "wolves" slowed down going to social dancing and no more group exhibition dancing. Instead their main interest was going bowling, playing tennis, and golfing. Lani and I kept in touch with the old "pack" but we eventually joined another "wolf pack" that was headed by Harold and his mate Harriet. They were much older than Lani and me and so were the other members but they were always hungry for social dancing. We were still the "pups" of this new "pack" but they were a fun "pack" and we headed to every weekend dance venues including night clubs such as the Bavarian Garden in the Royal Hawaiian
Thursday, May 04, 2017
Just Musing "A Blast From Da Past"
DANCES WITH WOLVES part 1
I guess you could called them "wolves"; those guys and gals that run in packs to dance venues every week end. The "wolves" in "the pack" were somewhat older than Lani and me. So I guess since we were brand new to "the pack", we were like pups. But none-da-less, we ran with "the pack" to places like Rumours, Cest Si Bon, Sheraton Waikiki Ballroom, Prince Kuhio Ballroom, Hawaiian Village Balroom, the old Ala Wai, Betty Riley's Copacabana, Pearl Harbor Officers Club, Hickam Officers Club, Warriors Lounge at the Hale Koa, Chinese American Club, even as far as Wheeler Army Airfield Non-Com Officers Club in Wahiawa. Leader of "the pack" at that time was Dicky and his mate Patsy. Since "the pack" were members of the Hawaii Kai Chapter of HBDA, we performed a lot of group exhibitions together for nearly every event that was cooked up by the HBDA Dance Director Eugene. Those were the FUN YEARS and Comrade' our motto. We performed the "straight kine" dances. You know da kine like Waltz, Foxtrot, Rumba, Cha Cha, Bolero, Swing, etc. And sometimes we went to the deep end and performed kinky dances like FLASH DANCE JAZZ (choreographed by Salome), Rock & Roll (choreographed by Evelyn Cummings), BALLET (choreographed by Darlene Yap), Evolution of Rock which included CHARLESTON (choreographed by Lani), DISCO SWING (choreographed by Bob), COMICAL HULA (choreographed by Jerry), Argentine Tango (choreographed by Roy), and POPPING (choreographed by me). I guess we were a radical bunch looking for innovative changes to show more entertainment in group demonstrations.. One thing we noticed is a change in costumes worn by ladies in solo Latin dance exhibitions after Lani wore a "show more legs" dress when we performed the Disco Cha Cha for HBDA Masquerade Ball. Now the ladies are showing more legs in Latin exhibition and competition dance performances at the Palladium. (TO BE CONTINUED)
(Stay tuned for more).
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I guess you could called them "wolves"; those guys and gals that run in packs to dance venues every week end. The "wolves" in "the pack" were somewhat older than Lani and me. So I guess since we were brand new to "the pack", we were like pups. But none-da-less, we ran with "the pack" to places like Rumours, Cest Si Bon, Sheraton Waikiki Ballroom, Prince Kuhio Ballroom, Hawaiian Village Balroom, the old Ala Wai, Betty Riley's Copacabana, Pearl Harbor Officers Club, Hickam Officers Club, Warriors Lounge at the Hale Koa, Chinese American Club, even as far as Wheeler Army Airfield Non-Com Officers Club in Wahiawa. Leader of "the pack" at that time was Dicky and his mate Patsy. Since "the pack" were members of the Hawaii Kai Chapter of HBDA, we performed a lot of group exhibitions together for nearly every event that was cooked up by the HBDA Dance Director Eugene. Those were the FUN YEARS and Comrade' our motto. We performed the "straight kine" dances. You know da kine like Waltz, Foxtrot, Rumba, Cha Cha, Bolero, Swing, etc. And sometimes we went to the deep end and performed kinky dances like FLASH DANCE JAZZ (choreographed by Salome), Rock & Roll (choreographed by Evelyn Cummings), BALLET (choreographed by Darlene Yap), Evolution of Rock which included CHARLESTON (choreographed by Lani), DISCO SWING (choreographed by Bob), COMICAL HULA (choreographed by Jerry), Argentine Tango (choreographed by Roy), and POPPING (choreographed by me). I guess we were a radical bunch looking for innovative changes to show more entertainment in group demonstrations.. One thing we noticed is a change in costumes worn by ladies in solo Latin dance exhibitions after Lani wore a "show more legs" dress when we performed the Disco Cha Cha for HBDA Masquerade Ball. Now the ladies are showing more legs in Latin exhibition and competition dance performances at the Palladium. (TO BE CONTINUED)
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(Stay tuned for more).
Friday, March 24, 2017
Monday, March 20, 2017
Saturday, March 18, 2017
What's Cooking In March 2?
My apology for the late posting of tonight's DRD Monthly Social Party but there's still time to contact Yanna for more info.
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Friday, March 10, 2017
Tuesday, February 14, 2017
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Sunday, January 22, 2017
Friday, January 13, 2017
Ron Montez Workshop
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RON MONTEZ WORKSHOP FOR USA DANCE – TOMORROW, SATURDAY 14!!!
ALA WAI GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE, 2ND FLOOR
See attached poster: Ron.pdf
Aloha,
Ron Montez will conduct a group class for USA Dance on Saturday afternoon at 1:30 pm. Class is 1 ½ hours on Rumba & Cha cha cha. (45 min each)
Mahalo,
Glenn Okazaki
USA Dance Honolulu
Monday, January 09, 2017
Saturday, January 07, 2017
Thursday, January 05, 2017
Sunday, December 25, 2016
Thursday, December 22, 2016
Orchid Isle Ballroom Dance Club New Year Dance
Orchid Isle Ballroom Dance Club in Hilo Celebrates New Year in style!
Featuring Ron Montez and Guest performances by Oahu Studio, Dance Appeal dancers... Professionals Renna & Sergio Villanueva and their Fabulous keikis!
DRD Hosts International Latin Workshops
Divino Ritmo Dance
hosts
two International Latin Workshops
with visiting Professional Couple
Evgeny Likhachev
&
Mariya Levina
on Sunday January 15th, 2017
at Aloha Dancesport Center
2pm International Samba
3pm International Cha-Cha
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
IBDI Inaugural & Christmas Ball 2016
It's been a long but enjoyable journey with IBDI during this 2016 year for Lani and me. IBDI started the year with three officers who also served as Directors (Arnold Lee, Diana Vo, and Dana Morey). A few months ago, Dana passed away and Dean Sierra stepped in to fill that position. Going into 2017, IBDI will have a full complement of Officers with Arnold Lee (President/Director 1), Diana Vo (1st Vice President/Treasurer/Social Chair), Thomas Campbell (2nd Vice President/Director), Kathy Uyehara (Secretary/Ticket Chair), and Dean Sierra (Music/Equipment Chair). IBDI is happy to announce that Professional Albert Franz will serve as Dance Advisor.
This past Saturday, IBDI celebrated Christmas with a Christmas Ball dance, and the installation of Officers/Directors for the 2017 year. My main squeeze and I got to the Palladium about 4:30 to help with the setup before the doors opened at 5:30. Most of the setup was already in place except for a few tables that needed to be in the foyer thanks to the volunteers from other danced organizations that came early to help IBDI. Chairs were already in place along the walls of the Palladium, thanks to David Carvalho. Some of the dance exhibition participants were practicing on the dance floor while Don, Cindy, Kathy, and Joe Lee (IBDI sergeant-at-arms) worked on decorating and setting up the Reception Table. Henry Lee was the Music DeeJay for the evening and his selection of smooth and upbeat music kept the dance floor filled with dancers.
As more guests trickled into the Palladium, the line at the Reception Table kept Don, Cindy, and Kathy mighty busy. Just as busy were the servers at the bento counter with a long line waiting. Thanks to the volunteers from other dance organizations who helped handing out the bento. There were many that jumped in to help but I was only able to get a snapshot of three of them since it was like a revolving door of helpers in the kitchen. (Left click on photo to zoom in).
This past Saturday, IBDI celebrated Christmas with a Christmas Ball dance, and the installation of Officers/Directors for the 2017 year. My main squeeze and I got to the Palladium about 4:30 to help with the setup before the doors opened at 5:30. Most of the setup was already in place except for a few tables that needed to be in the foyer thanks to the volunteers from other danced organizations that came early to help IBDI. Chairs were already in place along the walls of the Palladium, thanks to David Carvalho. Some of the dance exhibition participants were practicing on the dance floor while Don, Cindy, Kathy, and Joe Lee (IBDI sergeant-at-arms) worked on decorating and setting up the Reception Table. Henry Lee was the Music DeeJay for the evening and his selection of smooth and upbeat music kept the dance floor filled with dancers.
As more guests trickled into the Palladium, the line at the Reception Table kept Don, Cindy, and Kathy mighty busy. Just as busy were the servers at the bento counter with a long line waiting. Thanks to the volunteers from other dance organizations who helped handing out the bento. There were many that jumped in to help but I was only able to get a snapshot of three of them since it was like a revolving door of helpers in the kitchen. (Left click on photo to zoom in).
General dancing was in full swing before the program started with calling of lucky numbers for door prizes. Renna Villanueva from Appeal Dance Studio presided over the evening program as EmCee and kept the program moving along smoothly. She's always been a faithful supporter for IBDI during her tenure as Vice President and Dance Director for IBDI and even after she left IBDI. After Renna introduced the VIPs from other dance organizations, she introduced IBDI Prez Arnold Lee and 1st Vice Prez Diana Vo, Arnold gave the Welcome Message, a short history of IBDI and the direction he will lead this organization during the 2017 year.
It's becoming the norm having someone sing a song or two at sporting events and I guess ballroom dancing is a sporting event in some way. Linda Batt was introduced and I got to tell you for a little lady, she's got an amazing strong vocal chords. She belted out the Star Spangle Banner, Hawaii Pono'i and The Little Drummer Boy. Wow! what a treat. Then it was time for the installation of Officers and Directors. VIP guest Joe Magaldi presided over the installation and swore in the 2017 Officers and Directors. General dancing resumed with a short break for the second calling of lucky numbers for door prizes. Then it was time for the Showcase part of the program. Since Renna was also to perform in the Showcase, her husband Sergio took over as EmCee to introduce the dance exhibition performers.
The Showcase included dance performers from Fuego Y Aqua Dancers, Appeal Dance Studio, and Kokohead Dance Studio. Fuego Y Aqua Dancers performed in three exhibition dances. Dario Garcia and Yuki Komiyama taught New York style Mambo and Cha Cha for IBDI during the 4th and 5th Term of 2016. Appeal Dance Studio performed in four exhibition dances which included two exhibitions from Appeal Dance Studio children program. Concluding the Showcase program were Joe Shorba and student Hami Draper of Kokohead Dance Studio performing the Mambo. It was a fun filled Latin Showcase with colorful costumes, dynamic movements of forms, speed, and balance and the display of playful connection with partners.
More general dancing resumed after the Showcase with spot time allowed for calling of lucky numbers for door prizes, and picture taking with Santa a.k.a. Joe Magaldi. The Officers and Directors thank everyone for coming to the dance and helping to make this event successful.
Merry Christmas, everyone and Hasta la Vista!
Monday, November 28, 2016
DRD Christmas Party
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HOLIDAY SEASON is here.
Come to our Annual Divino Ritmo Dance Christmas Celebration
Saturday December 17th 6:30-10:30pm
at Aloha Dancesport Center
at Aloha Dancesport Center
Bring your own favorite drink, we supply soft drinks, food, social
dancing, dance exhibitions, secret Santa.
Come and enjoy the holidays with us, cheerful spirit and lots of
fun
Performance by DRD Formation team, keiki and teen group and much
more.
Open to all students, dancers, Aloha Dancesport center members and renters, friends and family
Open to all students, dancers, Aloha Dancesport center members and renters, friends and family
see attached poster, make your reservation today and wear your favorite holiday outfit.
Friday, November 11, 2016
DRD 8th Annual Showcase & Grand Ball
From Yanna Samkova........
Divino Ritmo Dance 8th Annual Showcase and Grand Ball at Sheraton Waikiki
January 14th, 2017. Exciting Professional Show will be announced soon, stay tuned.
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For tickets contact yannajs@gmail.com or Facebook page Aloha Dancesport Center or come in to pick up in person to the studio.
Saturday, November 05, 2016
IBDI 2017 Inaugural Ball
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Wednesday, November 02, 2016
IBDI November Dance
IBDI Monthly Dance for November 2016 this Friday.
FREE admission for members born in November.
Thursday, October 27, 2016
DRD Halloween Spooky Party Update
DRD Halloween Party (submitted by Yanna Samkova)
Dare to Come to our Haunted Castle this SUNDAY
October 30th 6:30 - 10pm
Dare to Come to our Haunted Castle this SUNDAY
Attend our annual studio Halloween party with
celebratration of success at Aloha Ball
Costumes strongly recommended
Bring your own pupus, B.Y.O.B
complimentary soft drinks, social dancing
special Guest judges for our Costume contest
Prizes are awaiting for you!!!!!!! 1st prize $100
admission $15 per person, competed in Aloha Ball $10
Keiki under 12 years old Free,
Bring your own pupus, B.Y.O.B
complimentary soft drinks, social dancing
special Guest judges for our Costume contest
Prizes are awaiting for you!!!!!!! 1st prize $100
admission $15 per person, competed in Aloha Ball $10
Keiki under 12 years old Free,
juniors and youth competed in Aloha Ball free
Friday, October 21, 2016
World Dancesport Grandslam Series Air Dates & Times
Message from Glenn Okazaki........
Just a reminder in case
you lost your previous schedule I sent.
Starting tomorrow
night!
Please be aware that
this is the 2015 Grandslam!
Aloha,
This is shared by Sandy
Kunimoto:
For your information,
here are the airdates and times for the WORLD DANCESPORT GRANDSLAM SERIES (6
one-hour episodes) to be aired on PBS.
10/22 at 9 pm Standard
Series – The First Four Legs
10/22 at 10 pm Latin
Series – The First Four Legs
10/29 at 9 pm GrandSlam
Standard - Stuttgart ,
Germany
11/5 at 9 pm GrandSlam
Latin - Stuttgart ,
Germany
11/12 at 9 pm Standard
Series - The Showdown in Shanghai
11/19 at 9 pm Latin
Series - The Showdown in Shanghai
Thanks Sandy
Glenn
Okazaki
Tuesday, October 18, 2016
Additional Info-IBDI 5th Term Palladium Events
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Thank you for providing your email address on your IBDI membership application. This ensures that you will receive important club announcements of all upcoming classes and events.
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P.O. Box 22268
Honolulu, HI 96823Add us to your address book
Sunday, October 16, 2016
IBDI 5th Term Dance Class Schedule
Aloha Dancers,
Here is IBDI 5th Term Dance Class Schedule for 2016. We welcome back dance instructors Nick Sierra, George Suetsugu, Jim Prado, Dean Sierra, Thomas Campbell, Frank and Lani Sierra, and Professional Dario Garcia, and Professional Albert Franz. Registration starts October 24 at 5PM and October 31, 2016. First class lesson starts November 7, 2016 at 5:30 PM.
Here is IBDI 5th Term Dance Class Schedule for 2016. We welcome back dance instructors Nick Sierra, George Suetsugu, Jim Prado, Dean Sierra, Thomas Campbell, Frank and Lani Sierra, and Professional Dario Garcia, and Professional Albert Franz. Registration starts October 24 at 5PM and October 31, 2016. First class lesson starts November 7, 2016 at 5:30 PM.
Wednesday, October 12, 2016
IBDI Monthly Dance
Aloha Dancers,
IBDI Monthly Dance
Saturday October 15, 2016
Ala Wai Golf Course Clubhouse
(The Palladium)
IBDI Monthly Dance
Saturday October 15, 2016
Ala Wai Golf Course Clubhouse
(The Palladium)
Sunday, October 09, 2016
Tuesday, October 04, 2016
Free Jive Workshop for Keikis by Ron Montez
From Glenn Okazaki, USA Dance Honolulu......
Aloha,
Ron Montez will be conducting a JIVE workshop for Keiki’s Only at the “Dance Appeal Studio” in Waipahu. The workshop is sponsored by ‘Marie Laderta’.
FREEEE for Keiki’s!!! Don’t miss out on this opportunity from one of the great masters.
Bring your Kids down!!
Sunday, October 16th from 11:45am to 12:30pm
At Dance Appeal Studio in Waipahu.
Mahalo,
Glenn Okazaki-USA Dance Honolulu
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From Marie Laderta....
Due to limited capacity, reservations needed. Please contact Marie Laderta at
Mladerta@gmail.com or Cell 222-3721
A big Mahalo to Renna and Sergio Villanueva for graciously allowing us to use their studio without floor fee and other charges. They have a lot of Aloha for the Keikis.
Best,
Marie
Saturday, October 01, 2016
Correction: IBDI Annual Meeting & Dance
*** CORRECTION ***
The FREE dance for IBDI members is from 5:30pm - 6:30pm. Doors will close for the meeting when at least 10% of our members are present. After the meeting is adjourned, around 7:30pm, admission will be charged ($3 for members, $6 for non-members). Sorry for the confusion.
The FREE dance for IBDI members is from 5:30pm - 6:30pm. Doors will close for the meeting when at least 10% of our members are present. After the meeting is adjourned, around 7:30pm, admission will be charged ($3 for members, $6 for non-members). Sorry for the confusion.
Wednesday, September 28, 2016
Samba & Jive Fundamental Techniques Workshop by Ron Montez
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Fundamental Techniques of SAMBA & JIVE - a WORKSHOP by Latin Champion Ron Montez at Debby Borges' Dream to Dance studio.
DATE: Monday, October 17th
TIME: 8:30p-9:15p (45 mins)
COST: ONLY $10
TIME: 8:30p-9:15p (45 mins)
COST: ONLY $10
Due to limited capacity RSVP needed:
Contact Marie Laderta @
Email: mladerta@gmail.com or
Call: (808) 222-3721
Contact Marie Laderta @
Email: mladerta@gmail.com or
Call: (808) 222-3721
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Ron Montez is one of the most respected personalities in the dance business. He previously held title as the 7-time undefeated United States Professional Latin Champion. He achieved 4th place in the World's Professional Latin Championships held at Royal Albert Hall in London. He has reached the final of the prestigious British Championships in Blackpool, England. Ron is recognized as a World class adjudicator, dance coach and choreographer in both American and International styles.
Ron Montez is one of the most respected personalities in the dance business. He previously held title as the 7-time undefeated United States Professional Latin Champion. He achieved 4th place in the World's Professional Latin Championships held at Royal Albert Hall in London. He has reached the final of the prestigious British Championships in Blackpool, England. Ron is recognized as a World class adjudicator, dance coach and choreographer in both American and International styles.
Ron was the co-host and expert commentator for the PBS television show Championship Ballroom Dancing, which was hosted by Rita Moreno, Juliet Prowse, Barbara Eden and Sandy Duncan, Jasmine Guy. Ron is now on America's Ballroom Challenge this year with host Jean Louisa Kelly.
Ron is a national examiner for DVIDA (Dance Vision International Dance Association). In this capacity he examines both amateur and professional dancers to obtain certification. Instructional tapes plus DVDs including bronze, silver and gold levels are available to the public.
Ron is a choreographer for the FOX television show So you think you can Dance. This hit show is the first of its kind to blend and compare ballroom dancing with jazz, hip hop, lyrical and many styles of dance using national finalists.
Ron is also the recipient of the 2009 United States Dance Championships Hall of Fame Award.
Check out his Bio on this link:
(Article submitted by Marie Laderta)
Monday, September 26, 2016
Kesler & Company Presents HULAWEEN
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Friday October 28, 2016 6PM-Midnight
Pacific Beach Hotel Grand Ballroom
Tickets $70 Phone 808-4363435
Tuesday, September 20, 2016
2015 World DanceSport GrandSlam Series On American Public TV
From Glenn Okazaki:
NEWS FROM USA DANCE & THE WDSF:
WDSF GRANDSLAM DANCESPORT COMES TO AMERICAN PUBLIC TELEVISION – September/October 2016
USA Dance in collaboration with the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) are bringing the six-part 2015 World DanceSport GrandSlam Series comes to American Public Television stations around the country beginning in September 6, 2016. This new DanceSport programming for America showcases the world’s best Standard and Latin dancers in a six-episode abridged series that covers the two regular legs of the series held in Helsinki, Finland, then Wuhan, China in Hong Kong and Moscow, Russia, progressing to the Finals in Shanghai.
USA Dance in collaboration with the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) are bringing the six-part 2015 World DanceSport GrandSlam Series comes to American Public Television stations around the country beginning in September 6, 2016. This new DanceSport programming for America showcases the world’s best Standard and Latin dancers in a six-episode abridged series that covers the two regular legs of the series held in Helsinki, Finland, then Wuhan, China in Hong Kong and Moscow, Russia, progressing to the Finals in Shanghai.
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The following schedule features the 2015 World Dancesport Grandslam Series and shared by Sandy Kunimoto.
For your information, here are the airdates and times for the WORLD DANCESPORT GRANDSLAM SERIES (6 one-hour episodes) to be aired on PBS.
10/22 at 9 pm Standard Series – The First Four Legs
10/22 at 10 pm Latin Series – The First Four Legs
10/29 at 9 pm GrandSlam Standard - Stuttgart, Germany
11/5 at 9 pm GrandSlam Latin - Stuttgart, Germany
11/12 at 9 pm Standard Series - The Showdown in Shanghai
11/19 at 9 pm Latin Series - The Showdown in Shanghai
Friday, September 16, 2016
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
Saturday, September 03, 2016
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