👻🎃 October 2024 SouL Dance Studio Group Class and Event Calendar 🎃👻

Boo! Scared you, didn't I?? Oh well, I'll try harder next time!

October is here and full of exciting dance events at SouL Dance Studio in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. So, don't be a ghoul👻! Come out and join us for some fun social dance classes!

We also want to share our sympathies with those affected by Hurricane Helene. Our hearts and prayers 🙏🏻 go out to all those who have experienced flooding and devastation. And if Helene wasn't bad enough, it appears we have another hurricane brewing in the Gulf of Mexico. Please stay safe and have a plan!

Welcoming New Students!

SouL Dance is choreographing a new solo for long-time student John Hartter and new student Susan Zantosi. We had so much fun together, and they have an exceptional talent! They'll be showcasing this piece at the November 2nd Sarasota Art and Dance Night at Art Ovation (see details below). Please join me in welcoming Susan to our family!

Congratulations to Scott Brookes – Continuing his Pro-Am Domination!

SouL Dance Studio recently competed in the Tampa Bay Classic, part of the Florida Classic Series competitions held in three locations across the state. We are thrilled with the outcome of the performances as Scott took a myriad of awards:

• Making both finals in the American Smooth Championships and Scholarships
• Winning 1st place in the American Smooth Men’s Scholarship
• Receiving 2nd place in the American Smooth Men’s Challenge
• Taking 5th place in the American Smooth Closed Bronze Scholarship
• Securing 2nd place in the American Rhythm Men’s Scholarship
• 3rd place in American Rhythm Men’s Challenge
• Ranking as a Top American Style Male Student

Scott continues to dominate in the pro-am scene and we couldn't be prouder of all his hard work! Go, Scott!

Sarasota's Fall Festival & Carnival at The Mall at UTC 2024

SouL Dance is thrilled to announce that we'll have a booth and showcase of our students' performances at the UTC Fall Festival on October 19th and 20th! We'll be taking the stage between 2 and 2:30 pm on Saturday and would love your support at the event. It's sure to be a great time for the family with carnival rides and other fun activities. Best of all, it's a free event!

Fall Mini Match/Showcase at House of Dance (H.O.D.)

The same weekend as the UTC Fall Festival, SouL Dance Studio will be participating in a showcase and pro show at HOD. Our esteemed students Scott Brookes, Marco La Manno, John Hartter, and John McDowell will take the stage with exciting choreographed routines. Sanda and Kakha will also be performing in the pro show toward the end of the event. You don't want to miss it! Grab tickets and cheer on our hardworking SouL Dance students!

Sarasota Art and Dance Night - Nov 2nd

SouL Dance Studio will be participating in the Sarasota Art and Dance Night, a captivating event designed to nurture the next generation of local talent. This celebration showcases the vibrant cultural spirit of Sarasota through live dance and music performances, group dance lessons, and social dancing. Featuring performances by Sanda Lungu and Kakha Turiashvili and John Hartter and Susan Zantosi, the event will include National Champions and enthusiastic amateur dancers from our community. The event supports the Sarasota Opera as this year's chosen charity.

Program of the Night

• 5:30 pm doors open, cocktail party (lobby)
• 6:00 pm dinner, silent auction, and 50/50 raffle (cocktail party continues in lobby)
• 7:30 pm Sarasota Opera performance
• 7:45 pm Dance show
• 8:50 pm Dance class
• 9:15 pm Social dancing

Join us at the SouL Dance Studio table and stay for the social dance! Tickets are available for dinner or just the social. Visit SarasotaArtandDance.com for more details.

🩰Children's Group Classes for October🩰

Don't let the ghosts and goblins keep you from joining our growing children's group dance classes this October. Our students are having a blast and learning new talents every week!

Our classes offer a great alternative sport that focuses on acro, ballet, ballroom, and stretching exercises. Join us on Tuesdays at 4:30 pm.

🔥 New Group Classes for October🔥

Don't let the ghosts or hurricanes scare you away! SouL Dance Studio is open every weekday with lively group dance classes featuring intermediate-level International-style Rumba and advanced-level American-style Waltz this month!

Tuesday Classes

Join us on Tuesday nights at the Lakewood Ranch location for this sultry dance style that originated in Cuba. Latin rumba is a vibrant and energetic dance characterized by its rhythmic hip movements and intricate footwork. Known for its sensual and passionate style, the rumba showcases partners' intimate connection on the dance floor.

Wednesday Classes

The waltz is a graceful dance characterized by its smooth, flowing movements and a distinctive three-beat rhythm. It's often associated with romantic and elegant occasions, and its popularity has endured for centuries. There are several variations of the waltz, including the Viennese waltz, English waltz, and American waltz, each with its own unique style and tempo. We'll be offering American-style Waltz this month!

Thursday Latin Group Classes

We continue each week with our adult Salsa and Bachata group class series on Thursday nights. These classes are progressive and fun! No matter if you're a beginner, intermediate, or advanced dancer, we'll teach you new moves for the social dance floor, building new patterns into your current routines. No partner necessary, or bring a date for a fun night out!

We hope you're staying safe during Hurricane season. Please consider joining us to beat the worries of the weather! It's always sunny and bright in the dance studio.

Give us a call at (941) 330-4142 to book your private adult dance lessons this month! We hope to see you soon!

Sanda