Hola Dancelovers!
We’re half way through Term 3 already and Spring is just around the corner – and our much anticipated KokoSpring Party – one of the best nights of the year! But before that we have another amazing Zumba Masterclass! All classes are going really well with the everyone preparing for some amazing student shows at the Party. Plus – Kokoloco teams up with The Chaser!
Don’t forget to watch and read on to find out more... Team Koko.
Feedback
Are you crazy for Cha-cha? Longing for some sensual Zouk? Or just want more time to practice your Salsa combinations?
Then let us know – we really appreciate your feedback and take on board your comments.
If you want different styles or more of your favourites then please email the studio and let us know what you want to see at Kokoloco!
Nothing to wear?
We have a great range of KokoWear – from t-shirts, to tank tops, the very popular Koko Jacket and tights.
We also stock the top line of dance shoes from Very Fine and Bloch for both Salsa/Latin and Reggaeton dancers.
AND if you need some music to groove and practice to, ask your Instructor for the latest Kokoloco Cds, featuring the best Salsa, Bachata, Reggaeton, Samba and much more – carefully selected by our very own DJ Mario.
KokoSpring Party
Shake off the winter blues and come and party with your favourite Kokoloco crew at the KokoSpring Party.
Once again, we are committed to bringing you the best student performances, live music, and interstate acts! Featuring:
RADIO BEMBA
Canberra's newest Latin Band (featuring talented musicians including our own Mario on percussion)
will set the floor on fire with their live Latin rhythms!
BRAZILIAN ROOTS BOYZ
Australia’s best Batucada & Capoeira Show direct from Brazil are coming to perform just for us!
Prepare yourself for a spectacular show! These guys are AMAZING.
ZOUK SHOW BY AMIT & JANE
The beautiful NSW Zouk Social Dance Champions will perform and mesmerise you with their talent!
THE HOTTEST LATIN MUSIC by DJ Mario Gordon and Amit.
Two of the hottest DJs to keep everyone partying til late.
•PLUS MORE SURPRISES to be announced.
Time: 7pm – 1am
Date: Friday 17 September 2010
Place: The Hellenic Club Woden – Olympus Room
Tickets: Available at the door - Adults $20, Kids under 15 years $10, Performers $10.
*Please note children under 10 years of age allowed until 10pm.
** Performers please ensure your give your details to your Instructor at Rehearsal so we have your name at the door on the night.
Information for student wishing to perform!
At Kokoloco we try to give our students opportunities to not only practice but also to perform.
Our end of term parties are the perfect opportunity for you to shine in a real performance setting.
There are performance opportunities for students in most classes and everyone is welcome and encouraged to participate!
We will be holding closed dress rehearsals for the KokoSpring Party at the Phillip studio on Sunday 12 September 2010.
Zumbatomic Lil Starz: 10:00am – 10:30am Ladies Reggaeton: 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Zumbatomic Big Starz: 10:30am - 11:00am Las Chicas (Pro Team): 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Teens: 11:00am - 11:30am Hip Hop: 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Bachata: 11:30am – 12:00pm Mixed Reggaeton: 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Belly Latin Fusion: 12:00pm - 12:30pm Samba Belezas (Pro Team): 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Brazilian Axe: 12:30pm - 1:00pm Salsa Elite (Pro Team): 4:00pm – 4:30pm
Brazilian Samba: 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Costumes will be discussed in class with your instructors in the coming weeks and
some costume items will be available for purchase from the studio.
This will be a dress rehearsal (please come in your costume ready to rehearse).
Please arrive 15 minutes early to ensure rehearsals run on time.
Please do a warm up before you arrive.
This will be a closed rehearsal, please wait outside the studio until your group is called.
Kokoloco on The Chaser’s ‘Yes We Canberra’
Two weeks ago Kokoloco students were given the amazing opportunity to be part of The Chaser’s latest ABC series ‘Yes We Canberra’. A handful of lucky students learned a special routine and got to meet and dance with Andrew, Chris, Chas, Craig & Jules at Parliament House. The episode is set to air this Wednesday on ABC1 at 9:45pm.
Be sure to watch and cheer as Kokoloco is represented on one of the most watched shows on TV!
Masterclass with Maria Teresa Stone!
Kokoloco continues to bring you the best Zumba classes and we are very proud to be holding another Masterclass this time
with Maria Teresa Stone! Maria Teresa has trained over 4,000 instructors in countries such as, Mexico, China, Australia and New Zealand. She has featured in industry magazines, newspapers and TV promoting Zumba and now she’s coming to Kokoloco! So prepare yourself for 1.5 hours of Zumba on Wednesday 15 September at Belconnen Arts Centre. Cost is $25 per person with registrations at the door starting from 6pm and class starting at 6:30pm. Don’t miss this awesome Zumba opportunity!
Latino Night at Rydges
Thank you to everyone who has come along to what is now a very popular practice night. Latin Night at Rydges in
Forrest will finish at the end of August so be sure to come along to the last two sessions for
free tapas and the best Latin music presented by DJ Mario Gordon.