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Beginner Progression Classes

On all regular Ceroc class nights (except Lane Cove and Rosehill) we run Beginner Progression classes. They are included in the initial cost of the night so please stay and take part. They are a thorough, personalised revision of the Beginner class with additional tips on the fundamentals of dance technique to consolidate your learning process. Plus, being a much smaller group you are able to ask the teacher questions about your dancing.

Beginner Specialist Ceroc Classes

As well as our regular Beginner classes at all venues we run Specialist Beginner classes every week. These classes are really friendly, almost everyone is a beginner or if they’re not a beginner they are willing to help you learn so you can ask questions whenever you want without feeling intimidated.

We usually teach about three moves per class. We take it nice and slowly and go through lots of technique and detail. This means that you can then go onto the standard Beginners Classes with all the basics thoroughly mastered.

The class only costs $12 (including some freestyle practise time) and concentrates on the basic skills such as rhythm and timing, hand holds, spinning, lead and follow techniques.

If you think you have two left feet, or thought the standard Beginner’s class was too fast, then this class is definitely for you.

Our specialist Beginner Classes run every week - there’s no need to book as we don’t run courses. Just turn up any week and join in the fun. No need to bring a partner. Check the venue listing for details.

* Please check the venue listing for exact class times as they differ from venue to venue.

Dance Guides
Don’t forget to have a dance with our friendly Dance Guides. They are there at most venues each week to dance with YOU during the first social dancing break. They will help you get the hang of Ceroc very quickly and dance you through some of the basic beginner moves. There’s both a female and a male dance guide. The Beginner teacher will identify them on each night so PLEASE ask them for a dance. Dancing with someone more experienced than you is the best way to learn.

Member Reward Cards / Discount Passes

First Timer Free Entry Cards

Pick up some First Timer Free Entry Cards from the front desk at your local venue or ask your Ceroc Teacher. Every time you introduce a new member you will receive a discount on the casual class entry fee and your friend will get in FREE (on presentation of the card). PLUS your new member will receive their second class within the week for only $12.

Member Reward Program
Look out at classes or on our website for information on our Member Reward Programs. Simply by attending classes and introducing new members, you can earn yourself free classes, discounts on merchandise and dance parties plus win other great prizes.

Beginner / Intermediate Routine
Just ask any of our course participants and they’ll tell you what a great way learning a routine is to increase your knowledge of Ceroc moves, give yourself a challenge and enhance your Ceroc style.

Specially choreographed for beginners (from 4 weeks upwards) to intermediates, our routines are great FUN and will help you put together some stylish beginner move sequences in a relaxed and very social learning environment. Sign up with a partner or we’ll do our very best to help you find one. You’ll also have the opportunity to perform the routine at some of our organised social events and / or Ceroc dance displays. Check our current newsletter or our routines page for details of the next scheduled routine.

Discount Passes (prices as of 1 July 2005)

There is a choice of 3 passes:

	Five Class Pass $60 for Five Classes which can be used at any venue over a six month period.
	Vip Monthly Unlimited Pass $85 for Unlimited Classes with 20% discount on merchandise (including our instructional DVDs and clothing) and dance parties. Valid for one month from the date of purchase.
	Vip 6 Monthly Unlimited Pass $440 for Unlimited Classes with 20% discount on merchandise (including our instructional DVDs and clothing) and dance parties. Valid for 6 months from the date of purchase. The saving on this card means you get each month of classes at only $73 OR approx 3.5 weeks of FREE classes over six months.

The 5 Class & Unlimited Monthly Discount Passes can be bought at any of our Ceroc venues and the 6 Monthly Pass* can be bought via our office on 9410 1111. They are a great way to save money if you regularly attend our Ceroc classes and functions.

*You can choose our “Direct Debit Easy Payment Plan” of 4 monthly payments of $110 each.

Ceroc Instructional DVDs

A must for Beginners! Amongst our range of quality professional instructional DVDs is our Beginner set. Packed with Beginner & Intermediate moves, technical tips and plenty of stylish “freestyle” dancing, our instructional DVDs use professional voice over, slow-motion and freeze frame technology to enhance your learning experience. Order your copy NOW and start practising in the comfort of your own home and at your own pace.

Social Events

As most of our classes rotate partners (for the uninitiated that means you get to dance with a lot of different people), Ceroc is a great social activity and a fun way to meet a variety of new people and expand your social life! (Feel free to bring along your non-Ceroc friends too!) At a Ceroc class you can always ask anyone to dance, be they world champion or a beginner.

Ceroc Dance Parties
Join Ceroc’ers from all our venues at our Ceroc Dance Parties (check our annual calendar for details). We start with an “Ice Breaker” Beginner class at 7.30 pm (check the Buzz newsletter as start times vary) then it’s dancing to the tunes of our Ceroc DJ until the early hours. Later in the evening you may get to learn a couple of our “close” (dirty dancing style) moves or have fun with your friends in one of our many events. Dance Parties are the perfect way to increase your circle of friends and enhance your freestyle Ceroc dancing. www.ceroc.com.au/club_ceroc/

The Annual Ball
Once a year we roll out the red carpet, dust off the ball gown, dig out the bow tie and around 500 Ceroc’ers gather for the Big Social Event of the year - the Annual Ceroc Ball.

The Ball is a “themed” event (e.g “Moulin Rouge”, “Hollywood”,
“Chicago”, “Halloween”, “Snow”) and is an entertainment spectacular you won’t want to miss. With high quality dance shows, sumptuous food and a glamorous champagne reception, be a part of this star-studded annual event! You also have the opportunity to become involved in the shows by learning one of our many routines on offer. www.ceroc.com.au/ball/

The Annual Championships
Come and see the best of Ceroc dancing across the world at our Annual Championship event. Compete against the top dancers from Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Europe and the UK at all levels from Beginners, through Intermediate to Advanced and Teams. There’s something for everyone, including our Fun Dance With A Stranger competitions. New dancers (less than a year of Ceroc classes) are encouraged to participate in the fun filled beginner categories.
An action packed weekend of Dinners, the Championships, Workshops and Dance Parties, don’t miss our next event on the long weekend in June. www.ceroc.com.au/championships/

Dancemania
Join many of your fellow Ceroc’ers for our annual residential Dance Weekend. Packed full of workshops and classes in every dance style imaginable from Ceroc to Rock’N’Roll, Swing, Funk, Salsa & Cha Cha, there’s something for everyone from Beginners right through to Advanced. With two social dances on Friday &
Saturday nights where you can get to know your fellow DanceManiacs it’s THE Dance Weekend not to be missed!
www.ceroc.com.au/dancemania/

Beginner Ceroc Moves

The following is a list of some of the most popular Beginner moves in Ceroc. These are taught in many of the Beginner routines you will learn at class. When learning the class routines, ensure you write the names of the moves down and tick them off the list - that way you will see how quickly you are mastering the core moves that make up Ceroc Modern Jive dancing.

Key:

• L = Left Hand start (for the man)
• R = Right Hand start (for the man & lady)
• D = Double Hand start
• * = appears on the World First Beginner Ceroc Instructional DVD

L Figure of Eight* First Move Check* First Move* First Move Flick Spin* First Move Stop Spin* Man Breakthrough* Neck Breakthrough Pretzel* Throwaway* Underarm Walkthrough* Wurlitzer*

R Aerial Yoyo* Comb* False Cleaver Hatchback Lady Spin* Right Comb Secret Move Springer Throw Sway Windmill Yoyo*

D Accordians Accordian Spin Basket Flick Spin Fountain Break Octopus* Push Pulls Slider Swivelpoint Swizzlestick Towels (Hi/Lo)

Progress to Intermediate

Beginners often ask how long it will take them to get to Intermediate level. It really depends on the individual, whether you have other dance experience and how quickly you learn both the moves and the correct technique to master the basics. Attending workshops such as the Intromediate Workshop, doing plenty of Beginner and Beginner Progression classes and practising the beginner moves as much as possible (our twice monthly dance parties are excellent ways to improve your “freestyle” dancing and dance with a variety of different people of varying standards) will help you move up quickly to Intermediate standard.

As a general guide we recommend that you have completed at least eight weeks of regular Beginner (and Beginner Progression) classes before attempting to move to the next level. Be aware that there is a big jump between the Beginner and Intermediate classes so don’t move up too early and be disappointed. Try one or more of our monthly Intromediate classes (see our current newsletter or website www.ceroc.com.au for details) and be totally confident that you are a competent and “safe” beginner dancer before making the next step.

The Intermediate dancers in the class will expect you to be able to:

• confidently lead or follow
• have good balance in spins and firm tension
• demonstrate good safe and secure technique in dips and drops
• freestyle effortlessly and
• be totally confident with counting the beat and keeping the rhythm of the music.
  

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