THE LATINIZER - October Newsletter 2009

THE LATINIZER - October Newsletter 2009

Introducing Mafie Zouker to Melbourne !	All New Classes
5th Zouk Lambada Bootcamp, Party & Workshop Descriptions	Latinize or Melbourne Zouk ?

INTRODUCING MAFIE ZOUKER TO MELBOURNE !

Mafie Zouker was the first person to remix Zouk music in Brazil, and is the creator of the innovative philosophy of NeoZouk, and the founder of Zouk Night Love (ZNL), a global network of Zouk remix DJs, with both NeoZouk and ZNL now internationally acclaimed brands. Mafie began taking classes in dança de salão at the age of 12, learning bolero, soltinho, samba de gafieira and salsa, and two years later discovered Zouk Lambada. During his study Mafie trained with Zouk Lambada greats such as Adilio Porto and Renata Peçanha, and after a dedicated period with them in 2001 he began to create his own unique style.

NeoZouk is a new philosophy, which is as much a part of the music as a part of the dance, and it brings new and innovative influences to Zouk Lambada without it losing it's essence. Mafie says “Zouk as a dance and as music can be limitless”, and all those who have experienced either his music mixes, classes or who have danced with him know how creative and inspiring he really is.

Zouk Night Love are an innovative team of DJ's, producers and instructors from Brazil and around the world who promote new trends which arise in the scene and are major innovators of Zouk Lambada and Zouk music.

Mafie is a sought after DJ and instructor and travels throughout Brazil to all major congresses and festivals along with running specialised workshops. He has travelled internationally to Holland, Belgium, Spain and Australia spreading his unique style of dance and Zouk music.

5TH ZOUK LAMBADA BOOTCAMP & PARTY (PARTY THEME: HALLOWEEN)

Workshop 1: Fundamentals of Neo Zouk – Open
The fundamentals workshop is perfect for newcomers to Zouk or those wishing to solidify their Neo Zouk skills by developing strong technique and importantly, smooth style.

Workshop 2: Neo Zouk Circular Turn Patterns - Level 1
This workshop offers an insight into the essentials of Neo Zouk turn patterns, the ways to make you feel and look good on the dance floor.

Workshop 3: Musical Breaks in Neo Zouk – Level 2
In this workshop you will learn how to fit a fab Neo Zouk combo to the music, with the aim of connecting the movement to the music's rhythm, melody, and mood.

Workshop 4: Exploring Circular & Continuous Movements in Neo Zouk - Level 3
You will learn to be more dynamic using floor craft to travel around the dance floor. Expect to enhance your leading & following and ooze Zouk style with great musicality.

Workshop 5: Neo Zouk Connection & direction change – Level 3

In this class you will gain insight into how to better connect with your partner and the music, incorporating changes of direction while maintaining flow.

EARLY BIRD PRICING:

Think of the cost of having to travel to Brazil to learn from the best… For just a fraction of the cost you can learn from one of the worlds best right at your door step! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to improve your dancing and look amazing on the dance floor. The full cost of Mafie’s workshops is $200 for 5 hours. Sign up by Friday 23 ^rd October ’09 and receive a $50 discount - 5 hours of workshops with the ‘Master Zouker’ for only $150.

$150 for 5 workshops - Fri 23^rd Oct ($50 discount)

$175 for 5 workshops - Fri 30^th Oct

$200 for 5 workshops at the door

Or $40 each workshop

Register at any of our venues or classes for the Mafie Zouker workshops and party or contact Donovan on 0417 640 033 or visit: www.melbournezouk.com.au / info@melbournezouk.com.au

ALL NEW CLASSES

All new classes in some of the most popular dance styles, like Brazilian Carnival Samba and Jazz commencing this Friday 16^th October ’09 @ IUAC, 460 Lygon St (enter via Eddie St), Brunswick East. Your instructor Katia (in the picture), has over 20 years of experience as a professional dancer and instructor both domestically and internationally. Take this opportunity to learn from the best! For the next 3 weeks only classes will be run on casual basis, $15 per hour class.

Latinize will also be offering Salsa with Travis Kennedy (Victorian Salsa Champion ’08 & ’09) and Bachata classes with Donovan (Victorian Teams Salsa Champion ’09) very soon. If you are interested or would just like more information on any of the classes, don’t hesitate to contact Donovan on 0417 640 033.

LATINIZE OR MELBOURNE ZOUK ?

Latinize (verb) means to intermix with Latin things e.g. Introduce people to Latin dance, music, culture, etc. Melbourne Zouk is the brand name for a particular style of Lambada offered by Latinize.

In summary, the name of the school is Latinize and we offer Zouk Lambada, Salsa, Bachata, Jazz classes specifically for Latin dancers and Brazilian Carnival Samba.

Stay tuned for the November edition of ‘The Latinizer’. Any additions or articles you would like to include, we’d like to hear from you.

You’ve been Latinized!

Donovan – Melbourne Zouk / Latinize

ENQUIRIES: Donovan 0417 640 033 / info@melbournezouk.com.au / www.melbournezouk.com.au

date		Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 5:06 PM

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