Divino Ritmo On The MOVE....

Last Tuesday-of-the-month dance socials CONTINUE @ the CUPOLA while Divino Ritmo Owners Lucas & Yanna get ready to unveil their brand new 4,000 square feet studio located on Ward Avenue. As they hustle down every detail of their move to Divino Ritmo's new home, they will break away to party with you this Tuesday, May 27th, 6:30-9:30pm at the CUPOLA, 2nd floor of the Honolulu Design Center, 1250 Kapiolani.

As always, admission to this social dance is FREE and Open to the Public! Food and drink are available for purchase with discounted pupus available if ordered by 7:00pm.

Come knock yourselves off your feet and MOVE to the scintillating rhythms of DJay Lucas!

For more info, check in with:
Lucas Jaime (917) 568-3173;Â divinoritmo@aol.com
Yanna Jaime Samkova (732) 499-0407;Â Yannajs@gmail.com

Aloha Dancesport Center Grand Opening

Lucas Jaime and Yanna Samkova proudly announces the Grand Opening of the ALOHA DANCESPORT CENTER, home of Divino Ritmo Dance on June 1, 2014. The Celebration Gala is by invitation only. See attached poster for more info. 

(Left Click to zoom in)

IBDI Mom's Day Dance

Hi All,

It's IBDI weekend, this Saturday May 17, 2014. Come celebrate Mom's Day with us! Join us for a wonderful evening of great music, great dancing and delicious snacks (cone sushi)!

Also, don't forget our Hustle II workshop with Debbie Borges on Monday, May 19th at 7:30pm. Registration begins at 7pm, only $5.00 for members and $8.00 for non-members!

Have a great day and see you on Saturday! And Monday too!!

Fondest Aloha,
Marsha Ninomiya
IBDI President

IBDI 3rd Term 2014 Dance Class Schedule @the Palladium

(Left click to zoom in)

Hustle Workshop II with Debbie Borges Barboza

(Left click to zoom in)

Urgent Message from Lynn Nakamura

DO NOT PURCHASE TICKET NUMBERS #221 - #500 for Dance Magic 808's Anniversary Ball on July 4, 2014.  It appears that these tickets may have been stolen.  These ticket numbers have been voided and will not be honored at the door.  If for some reason you come across tickets with these numbers, please do not purchase them as it will not be honored. Please notify either myself or Richard Nakamura.  New tickets are being printed.  Please purchase tickets from the people that are authorized to sell our tickets.  Below is a list of the people that are authorized to sell our tickets.

If you wish to attend Dance Magic 808's Anniversary Ball but haven't purchase tickets yet, (the cost is $65 for a delicious buffet  and exciting exhibitions with lots of general dancing),  please contact the following persons authorized to sell our tickets:

1. Larry Arinaga - Ticket Chairperson
2.Roxanne "Roxie" Kaino
3. Robert & Vanelle Hirayasu
4. Richard & Lynn Nakamura
5. Ed Ho & Veronica Munez
6. Bob & Elsie Oyama
7. Adele Alcaide & Wayne Fuchigami
8. Ann & John Manuel
9. Stephanie Shimizu
10. Audrey Fu
11. Gail Tamaribuchi
12. Beverly & Creighton Goo
13. Marie Laderta
14. Marsha Ninomiya - IBDI
15. Rudy Luat - Pan Pacific Ballroom
16. Tracy Okazaki - USA Dance
17. Glenda Tamashiro - Kauai Ballroom Dance Club
18. Ken & Ellen Kitabayashi - Kauai Ballroom Dance Club
19. Renna & Sergio Villanueva - Dance Appeal
20. Gayle Kawahakui - Hawaii Gardenia Circle

Just a reminder that Dance Magic 808's 3rd Anniversary Ball is on Friday, July 4, 2014 at the Pacific Beach Hotel.
Cost is $65 for a delicious buffet dinner, exciting exhibitions, and lots of general dancing.  If you attended our balls at the hotel in the past,  you know that it was a lot of fun and everyone enjoyed themselves.  The deadline to purchase tickets is Friday, June 13.

If you have any questions, please contact me at 808-372-2256.

Mahalo for all your continued support.  We really appreciate it and appreciate your understanding on the stolen tickets.
Lynn A. Nakamura
President, Dance Magic 808
cell 808-372-2256
www.dancemagic808.com

Dancing For ALOHA @ The Cupola

Lucas & Yanna, and our Divino Ritmo gang, invite YOU to dance till you drop as they celebrate the spirit of "ALOHA" on the CUPOLA floor, Tuesday, April 29th, from 6:30-9:30pm.

Admission is FREE and our social dance is open to the public!  

CUPOLA is on the 2nd floor of the Honolulu Design Center, 1250 Kapiolani Blvd. Food and drinks are available for purchase. Discounted pupus if you order by 7:00p.  

With May Day just around the corner, Divino Ritmo will be spreading its own brand of ALOHA on the dance floor.  Come see how we do it as we shake our booties to some of town's snappiest dance tunes .....meet a few nice people or practice your steps....come on down....we can hardly wait to shower you with some of that Divino Ritmo ALOHA!...See ya!

Need more info, contact:
Lucas Jaime (917) 568-3173; divinoritmo@aol.com
Yanna Samkova Jaime (732) 499-0407; yannajs@gmail.com

Upcoming Dance Events by Lynn Nakamura

Aloha Dancers,
        You can catch up with Upcoming Dance Events by Dance Magic 808 President Lynn Nakamura by tuning in to the Dance Magic 808 Website or bettah yet get on Dance Magic 808 email list. Here's the latest info for Upcoming Dance Events. You might also want to check the dance classes offered by Dance Magic 808......Frank

Upcoming Dance Events:

Dance Magic 808 - Social Dance Free for members only: Sunday, May 4 & June 1, 2014 (6:30 pm - 8:30pm) - Palladium full ballroom. You can join membership on May 4. Membership fee is $10. Hope to see you all at our free dances. Take advantage of being a Dance Magic 808 member. Sorry, if you are not a member, you will not be able to attend. Please pass this information to your friends.

Saturday, May 10, 2014 - Dance Magic 808's Wedding Anniversary Dance - Palladium full ballroom
Short program and lots of time for general dancing.

Entrance Fees: Members: $3 /Non-Members: $6

Saturday, April 19, 2014 - Aiea Ballroom Dance Club is their 59th Anniversary at the palladium

5:30pm - 6:30pm Bento Dinner with advance ticket sale

6:30pm - 9:30pm Dancing & Program

Cost: $10 with Bento / $10 at door - no bento

Please see Stephanie Verzon for tickets

Saturday, April 26, 2014 - USA Dance Anniversary Ball at the palladium

6pm -7pm bento dinner with advance ticket sale

7pm - 9:30pm Dancing & Exhibitions

Cost: $10 with bento / $10 at door - no bento

For tickets, please see Roy Hamasaki (808-220-9785), Dance Magic 808's ticket chairperson or Lynn Nakamura 372-2256.

Please let us know asap as we will be leaving for our Las Vegas Showcase.

Sunday, April 27, 2014 - Dance Magic 808's Las Vegas Showcase at Sam's Town Hotel & Casino
Cost: $55.00 /includes buffet dinner, excellent exhibitions (Noli & Wowie Boado, Sergio & Renna Villanueva, Dance Now group from Los Angeles, and Joshua Manzano & his new partner, Jenny Lau), and lots of general dancing. Come and join us for a great time in Las Vegas. Come and see the college dance competitions. We are planning to see and cheer on Joshua Manzano & Jenny as they compete in the dance competition on Saturday, April 26. Banquet Tickets can be purchased from Roy Hamasaki or Lynn Nakamura. Las Vegas Vacations Hawaii travel package can be purchased thru Roy Hamasaki (phone 808-220-9785). Please contact Roy Hamasaki for more information.

Friday, May 9, 2014 - Ilima Ballroom Dance Club's Anniversary Ball at the Palladium

Tickets: $8 in advance with food/$10 at the door no food/ great exhibitions/lots of general dancing

See Roy Hamasaki (808-220-9785) or Lynn Nakamura (808-372-2256) for tickets. Please come out and support this club and the dancers.

Saturday, May 10, 2014 - Dance Magic 808's Wedding Anniversary Dance - Palladium full ballroom

Lots of general dancing and a short program. It's going to be a really fun night.

Entrance Fees: Members: $3 /Non-Members: $6

Friday, July 4, 2014 - Dance Magic 808's 3rd Anniversary Ball - Pacific Beach Hotel
Time: 6pm - 11:30pm
Cost: $65 / buffet dinner, exciting exhibitions, and lots of general dancing

Tickets are now on sale. Our ticket chairperson for this event is Larry Arinaga (cell 808-347-3093). You can also get tickets from the instructors, officers, directors, some dance members of Dance Magic 808, and you might also be able to get the tickets from your club chairperson. If you also belong to another club, please see your club's ticket chairperson as they may also have tickets for sale to Dance Magic 808's 3rd Anniversary Ball.

If you attended the other 2 Anniversary Balls, you know this one is going to be as much fun as the last 2. If you haven't attended one of our anniversary balls, you'll be in for a treat. It's a lot of fun and there is a lot of general dancing. Don't miss out as we may need to limit the number of people attending the ball so get your tickets early. This might also be our last dance event at this hotel.
Hope to see you at one of our classes or at the dances at the palladium or hotels.

Mahalo for your continued support for all the dance organizations.

Lynn A. Nakamura
President
Dance Magic 808
cell 372-2256www.dancemagic808.com

March Message from Marie: Spring Fling @the Cupola

Hi Frank:

Unbelievable another month has gone by. Hope this finds you feeling better.

Appreciate your posting the following CUPOLA announcement for us with the attached image if space allows. Thank you so much Frank and regards to Lani:
----------------------------------------'------

Spring Fling, a social dance @ the CUPOLA-March 25th

Have a fling with Lucas & Yanna at their monthly social, Tuesday, March 25th @ the CUPOLA, 1250 Kapiolani, 2nd floor, Honolulu Design Center, 6:30-9:30pm.

FREE Admission for everyone, and this monthly dance sponsored by Divino Ritmo Dance is OPEN to the PUBLIC! Food and beverage are available for purchase, with happy hour discounts up to 7pm. Experience a mix of danceable tunes by DJ Lucas as you groove into the mood of Spring...

An unforgettable affair awaits you on the CUPOLA floor......Come.... be daring. ....have a fling!

Want more info, contact:
Lucas Jaime (917) 568-3173; divinoritmo@aol.com
Yanna Samkova (732) 499-0407; Yannajs@gmail.com

Fractured Fairy Tales Showcase-canceled

Add caption

IBDI 2nd Term Dance Class Schedule 2014

(Left click to zoom in)

Bought back by numerous requests, IBDI will be offering Paso Doble by Ernest and Karen Choy Also try the fun Nite Club Two Step so you can impress your friends at night clubs, discos and weddings where it is often played. Both are for beginners as well as experienced dancers. Also, check out the other classes, some for beginners and others for more advanced dancers.

Registration for 2nd Term classes being Monday, March 17, at 6 pm.

Edward Matsuda

IBDI Dance Director 

The Keiki & Youth Dance Benefit

"DANCE DREAMS"
Making Dreams Come True for Tomorrow's Ballroom Stars

The Keiki & Youth Dance Benefit by Hawaii Dancesport, Inc. is COMING SOON. Tell Your Friends.~~~Saturday, April 5th, 2014~~~

When: Saturday, April 5, 2014
Time:6:00p-11:30p Where: Ala Moana Hotel, Hibiscus Ballroom
Cost: VIP Seating $80/General Seating $65

Performances by Keiki Dance Troupe, Junior & Youth Pro-Am solos, Youth Group & Special Guests
Includes Dinner & General Dancing
For reservations & more Info:
Website:
www.hawaiidancesport.com
Email: hawaiidancesport@gmail.com or Call Yanna: (732) 499-0407

Our Keiki & Youth program for ballroom dancing was established under "Hawaii Dancesport, Inc.," a non-profit registered with the State of Hawaii, pending approval of its IRS Section 501(c)(3) status. This program, supported by scholarships and donations, is not just for our students, but for ALL interested keikis and youth in Hawaii - all keikis and youth may apply for a scholarship.

(Left click to zoom in)

The criteria for scholarship eligibility may be found on Hawaii Dancesport's website indicated above, or may be emailed to you. A hundred percent (100%) of the proceeds from this benefit will go towards Hawaii Dancesport Inc.'s keiki and youth scholarship fund.

Many youth sports nurture only the physical needs of young people, while other programs address only the academic. Ballroom dance instruction on the other hand, provides exercise, intellectual stimulation, and teaches important social skills. And why call the non-profit program Hawaii Dancesport? what is "Dancesport?" Dancesport, as its name would suggest, is a form of competitive dancing, athletic and physically demanding, just like soccer, swimming, tennis, or running. It teaches coordination, increases stamina AND promotes good health and a healthy body image. Ballroom dance is also intellectually demanding. With four (4) styles encompassing 19 dances, mastery can take a lifetime. Each dance has a complex list of required steps, and each step has 75 years of technique behind it.

In an effort to provide such dance opportunities to the keikis and youth of Hawaii, Hawaii Dancesport Inc.'s scholarship program was created to enable those interested keikis and youth to take ballroom lessons, perform exhibition dancing and enter ballroom competitions.

COME and Join us on April 5th to help fund these efforts for our kids. COME help us mold them into future adults we can be proud of. COME help us make their dreams come true...........Mahalo nui loa.

**PLEASE ALSO SEE ATTACHED FLYER.

Yanna
President of Hawaii Dancesport, Inc.
Co-owner of Divino Ritmo Dance, LLC

Hustle Workshop with Debbie Borges Barboza

(Left click to zoom in)

Ever wanted to "Do the Hustle". Music for this fun dance is often played at discos, weddings and night clubs, on the radio, and will be played more at Palladium dances. It has changed in form from the 70's to a dance that is very popular on the mainland. Debbie Borges Barboza Oahu professional will be teaching the fundamentals as well as some fancy patterns at an IBDI Workshop (see attached for details).

Divino Ritmo Workshop with Tony Meredith

Divino Ritmo Dance presents two Workshops with Latin Champion Tony Meredith

Satuday, March 8th, 2014 @ 4-5pm "Mambo dynamics"

Sunday, March 9th, 2014 @ 4-5pm "Samba principles and rhythms"

Cost per person:
DRD students - $25
Non-DRD students - $30

Both workshops will be held at: 404 Ward Ave, 2nd floor, Honolulu.

Tony Meredith is a "local boy" who has partnered with Melanie LaPatin, and won many Latin-American Titles and Championships including 4 times North American Latin Champions, United States Professional Latin American Champions, and World Cup Latin American Champions.

Tony's additional talent as a choreographer has been showcased in films, TV shows and on Broadway. He had a feature performance in "Dance With Me," "'Evita," "The Thomas Crown Affair," "Let It Be Me," as well as "The Last Days of Disco." He has been a guest choreographer on the hit reality TV series "So You Think You Can Dance. "

********ATTENTION********
SPECIAL PARTY with Tony Meredith & Dance Social!!!

When: Saturday, March 8th, 7:30-10:00p

Come & meet coach Tony in person, dance to the catchy tunes of DJ Lucas.
Light refreshments,

AND.........

A Mini Group Class by Tony too!

0ur March 8th PARTY is separate from the workshop, & OPEN to the PUBLIC!!!
Admission: $25
Discounted price for DRD students: $20

(Payments for workshops and/or party may be made in cash or check. If check, please make payable to Divino Ritmo Dance.)

For more info, contact:
Lucas Jaime (917) 568-3173; divinoritmo@aol.com
Yanna Samkova (732) 499-0407;
Yannajs@gmail.com

Kessler & Company Presents Fractured Fairy Tales

Snip from MASQUERADE

Last October, Kessler & Company's MASQUERADE was a Smash Hit filled with awesome dance exhibitions and filled with entertainment. This coming March 28 at the Pacific Beach Hotel, the Company and Headman Doug Kessler presents another "outer limits" showcase that brings exciting dance exhibitions and good fun entertainment in FRACTURED FAIRY TALES, See poster for more info.

(Left click to zoom in)

Dance to "My Girl" @The Cupola

A Social Dance: MOTOWN Tuesday @ the CUPOLA
   (from Marie Laderta)

Calling all dancers with an affinity for social partner dancing to the CUPOLA floor!

Lucas and Yanna of Divino Ritmo Dance have created a soulful Tuesday of social dancing @ the CUPOLA, 2nd floor of the Honolulu Design Center,  1250 Kapiolani Blvd, Tuesday Feb 25, 6:30p-9:30p.

Catch the fever of Motown, dancing to a selection of influential record labels and hits like: "I Heard It Through the Grapevine, " or "What's Going on, " or "My Girl, " to name a few.  Become lost in the sounds of rhythm and blues, soul and pop on this sizzling night.

Admission is FREE and it's open to the public!  Food and beverage are available for purchase with discounted happy hour rates if you order by 7p!

So, meet us on the floor. We wanna dance with YOU, soul-to-soul!

Need more info, check in with:
Lucas Jaime (917) 568-3173; divinoritmo@aol.com
Yanna Samkova (732) 499-0407;  Yannajs@gmail.com

Warm Aloha From IBDI Prez Marsha

Happy New Year to All!

Wishing you all a wonderful Year of the Horse, 2014!

(Left click to zoom in)

Our IBDI Inaugural Ball to be held at the Ala Moana Hotel on Saturday, March 22, 2014 is around the corner! Tickets are limited so hurry and get your tickets now! Join us for an evening of great music, lots of dancing and a delicious buffet! We would appreciate your support of the people behind the scenes who work very hard to bring you the monthly dances and volunteer their precious time and efforts to benefit all of you!

Don't forget our March 7th March Birthday Dance and March 15th Monthly Dance at the palladium! You can get your tickets for the Inaugural Ball then, or reply to this email with your name, phone number, and the number of tickets you would like!

We look forward to seeing you at our next event!

Warm Alohas,

Marsha Ninomiya

IBDI President

"Putting All That Aside," says Marie

Hello Family and Friends:

(Left click to zoom in)

You know me. I love my dancing, my eating, my socializing, and my traveling. But I am putting all that aside to take some time out to do something I feel is important. At this time in my life, I am reminded by my boss and long-time mentor that, what I will have left at the end of life 's journey is just that, "the life that I've lived." So I want to do it right, I want to paddle my canoe out into that big ocean. So, I started by finding someone I can support who would make a difference in the community that we live in. Someone I feel who understands our needs ...She is one of us, rising from the ranks of common folk, someone unafraid and against all odds, has already made a difference in our community. She is Hawaii's current and 13th Senate President, Donna Mercado Kim. Mother, daughter, and a fierce advocate for the truth. Her goal is to make things better for you and I, for Hawaii. Senate President Kim wants to represent us in Congress. She is running for the 1st Congressional District.

Come and meet her, and listen to what she has to say at a fundraiser dim sum luncheon that I am co -hosting with my good friend, former Tax Director, and current Chair of the prestigious Council on Revenues, Kurt Kawafuchi. Ask Donna the tough questions, get to know her. Give her a chance. She needs your support, she needs your vote, so that she can ensure that Hawaii's interests are accurately represented and heard in Congress. ..

I hope you will come and meet her on March 8th. (See poster for more info).

Marie

Dance Magic 808 Las Vegas Showcase

Sunday, April 27, 2014 - Dance Magic 808's Las Vegas Showcase at Sam's Town Hotel & Casino
Cost: $55.00 /includes buffet dinner, excellent exhibitions (Noli & Wowie Boado, Sergio & Renna Villanueva, Dance Now group from Los Angeles & Dance Magic 808's Jive formation), and lots of general dancing. Come and join us for a very good time in Las Vegas. Come and see the college dance Joshua Manzano as he competes in the competition on April 25 & April 26. Banquet Tickets can be purchased from Roy Hamasaki or Lynn Nakamura. Las Vegas Vacations Hawaii travel package can be purchased thru Roy Hamasaki (phone 808-220-9785). Hurry as seats are limited.

Dance Magic 808 Inaugural & Sweetheart Ball

Come and Join us for an evening of fun and lots of dancing.
Friday, February 14, 2014 - Dance Magic 808's Inaugural & Sweetheart Ball
Time: 6pm - 9:30pm / Palladium (full ballroom)

Food prepared by Connie Laderta served from 6pm - 7pm with tickets purchased in advance by Feb. 6, 2014
Exciting Mock Competition and lots of general dancing
Cost: $10 /tickets purchased after Feb. 6, unfortunately will not receive a food plate.


Tickets can be purchased from the following people and we thank them very much for their support.
Charlotte Bugarin
Susan Idemoto
Rudy Luat
Renna Villanueva
Mike & Lorrie Chun
Roy Hamasaki
Larry Arinaga
Ann Manuel
Ed Ho/ Veronica Munez
Roxanne "Roxie" Kaino
Robert & Vanelle Hirayasu
Stephanie Shimizu
Audrey Fu
Gail Tamaribuchi
Andy & Monica Pascua
Lester & Henrietta Muramoto
Richard & Lynn Nakamura