tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-72541274491188860442024-03-21T01:02:40.327-07:00Gotta Dance! Rexburg Idaho Dance LessonsNicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-49691139151094533912015-01-08T09:13:00.004-08:002015-01-13T22:23:04.856-08:00Two Group Dance Classes Coming up in FEBRUARY! Come Dance with Us!NOTE: DATES HAVE CHANGED! Group Dance Class Coming up END of February! Most couples are sweethearts and prefer not rotating so it is a good idea to bring a partner but not mandatory (you will probably end up dancing with me a lot which is fine too :)) <br />
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Fridays Feb <span style="color: #141823; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, lucida grande, tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">27th, March 6, 13, and 20th</span></span><br />
7:30pm <br />
Beginning East Coast Swing <br />
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Beginning Night Club 2 step<br />
Cost for lessons: $6/person per class. $20/person for one four week class. <br />
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NO DANCE! (When I hear there is more demand for one I will be very happy to hold one!)<br />
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Location: Idaho Ballroom Academy Alley Studio (121 E. Main, Rexburg)<br />
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Please call 919-619-7873 or email nicjlewis@gmail.com to save your spot!! Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-55062784618959997852014-11-30T21:18:00.001-08:002014-11-30T21:21:52.989-08:00Dance Lessons for Christmas!<div style="text-align: center;">
Would you like to give or receive dance lessons for Christmas? You've come to the right place! I am running a<br />
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for one private lesson (normally $50!) The price is the same whether you come with your sweetheart, friend, or on your own.</div>
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I teach all styles and levels of social ballroom dance. Let's get started! I would love to help you feel more comfortable on the dance floor!!</div>
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Contact me for more details at:<br />
nicjlewis@gmail.com<br />
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<u>919-619-7873</u></div>
Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-88506964937578858272013-07-01T05:43:00.001-07:002013-07-01T05:43:48.575-07:00No July Classes Hi Everyone! I will NOT be holding July classes as planned since many people said they are too busy right now. I have had a lot of interest in classes for the Fall/Winter months. So stay tuned for when those might be, possibly mid September. I am still available to teach private lessons and wedding dance privates in July. Thanks and see you on the Dance Floor sometime soon!Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-12042056040599650022013-06-17T09:30:00.001-07:002013-06-17T09:33:41.789-07:00Some Music to Get You Dancing!<div style="text-align: center;">
<u>Waltz</u></div>
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Come Away with Me - Nora Jones</div>
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You Light Up My Life - Whitney Houston, Debby Boone & more</div>
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If I Were a Painting - Kenny Rogers</div>
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Could I Have This Dance - Anne Murray </div>
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<u>Rumba</u></div>
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How Deep is Your Love - Bee Gees</div>
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I Knew I Loved You - Savage Garden</div>
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Kokomo - The Beach Boys</div>
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Quando Quando Quando - Michael Buble</div>
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Beyond the Sea - Bobby Darin</div>
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Ain't that a Kick in the Head - Dean Martin</div>
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The Way You Look Tonight - Frank Sinatra</div>
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Fly Me to the Moon - Frank Sinatra</div>
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<u>Cha Cha</u></div>
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Just One Look - Doris Troy</div>
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Walk Away - Kelly Clarkson</div>
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I'm Alive - Celine Dion</div>
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Bang Bang - David Sanborn</div>
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<u>Night Club 2 Step</u></div>
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Like We Never Loved at All - Faith Hill</div>
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Believe - Brooks & Dunn</div>
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What Hurts the Most - Rascall Flatts</div>
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Home - Michael Buble</div>
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(More NC2 music as well as some West Coast Swing <a href="http://gottadance-nicole.blogspot.com/search/label/Music">here</a>)</div>
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Have Fun!! See You on the DANCE FLOOR! </div>
<br />Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-89508178353840179702013-05-21T20:19:00.002-07:002013-05-21T20:32:30.063-07:00Sign up for June Classes!<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">Thursdays </span>in June Beginning June 6th!</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>7:00pm </b></span></div>
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Beginning Ballroom Dances (Waltz, Foxtrot, Cha Cha, Rumba)</div>
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Beginning Night Club 2 step</div>
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<b>Location</b>: Idaho Ballroom Academy Alley Studio (121 E. Main, Rexburg)</div>
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<b>Cost</b>: $6/person per class. $20/person for one four week class, $30/person for both four week classes!</div>
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<b>Pre-Register</b> by June 1st and get into the June 28th dance FREE!</div>
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Call or email with any questions OR to Pre-Register! </div>
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919-619-7873</div>
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gottadance.nicole@gmail.com</div>
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See you on the Dance Floor!!</div>
Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-76129510904227297162013-05-21T20:08:00.000-07:002013-06-25T05:49:01.202-07:00Dance June 28th! <div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: medium;"><b>COME DANCE!</b> - <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_249586840" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">Friday June 28th</span></span>, $5/person or FREE for anyone who pre-registered for the Thursday night classes. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;"> • <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_249586841" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">7:30 pm</span></span> Beginning Salsa Instruction (the dance not the condiment!)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;"> • <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_249586842" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">8:00 - 10:00pm</span></span>. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;">LOCATION: 57 E. Main St Rexburg (Woodman Ballroom, upstairs studio; above the bed place)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">(Music will be played for all the dances included in the classes, west coast and east coast swings, and by request).</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">See you on the Dance Floor!</span></div>
Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-53281763834452928692012-11-05T20:57:00.002-08:002012-11-05T20:57:49.186-08:00Idaho Ballroom AcademySince moving to Rexburg I have begun assisting one of the pre-teen teams of the <a href="http://www.idahoballroomacademy.com/#!home/mainPage">Idaho Ballroom Academy</a>. This has been really fun so far. I love being with the kids, learning from Janie Fisher, a seasoned youth team coach, and being back in the studio dancing!<br />
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Idaho Ballroom Academy ("IBA") is focused on encouraging social dancing which I LOVE. I love social dancing and teaching others to have fun on the dance floor as performers and social dancers, so this is a great fit for me. <br />
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IBA's vision:<br />
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<span class="font_8"><span class="color_12">Our underlying desire is for
our young dancers to become lifetime dancers. Ballroom dancing is one
of the greatest life skills, but has largely died out as a social
activity in our communities. We hope that the dancers will come to love
ballroom dancing and take it into their marriages, families and
communities so that it will once again become a vibrant social activity
that will live on for generations.</span></span><br />
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<span class="font_8"><span class="color_12"> I'm very grateful for this new opportunity to learn, teach and dance!</span></span>Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-35096975203314213282012-07-21T07:22:00.000-07:002012-07-21T07:22:51.239-07:00July 28th is National Dance Day!<br />For more information and to learn the routines EVERYONE will be dancing on dance day check it out at <a href="http://dizzyfeetfoundation.org/national-dance-day">Dizzy Feet Foundation</a>!<br />
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<br />Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-75739607839501257132012-07-21T07:10:00.000-07:002012-07-21T07:10:17.123-07:00Good-Bye to Chapel Hill, Hello Rexburg Idaho!I have LOVED meeting and teaching people in Chapel Hill. I have worked with such wonderful people. Thank you thank you!<br />
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Our family is making a big move across the country to the great (and rather frigid) state of Idaho. We will miss North Carolina very much! And we are looking forward to new experiences and meeting more wonderful people in Rexburg Idaho.<br />
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For people looking for good dance instructors in the Triangle area in North Carolina I always recommend Wes and Debbie at <a href="http://www.musicanddance.com/index.html">Music and Dance Productions</a>. They are fantastic people and fantastic teachers. The closest classes I know of are in Durham on Garrett Road, not far at all for someone from Chapel Hill! So, Dance On Chapel Hill, and Thank you for four fabulous years!Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-31845276513738877342012-02-11T17:58:00.000-08:002012-02-11T18:11:05.337-08:00Contra DancingMy sweet husband took me out recently to something that was somewhat new to both of us: Contra Dancing. Ever heard of it? It's like square dancing in that each dance is called, and many of the steps are taken from square dancing, but there are a few simple basics that are good to learn in the beginning. There was a live band which was very fun and we paid $9 for the evening which included a short lesson at the beginning. <div><br /></div><div>I noticed some of the men were wearing skirts so I asked someone what that meant. Did they want to dance the lady's part? The response: "It's just more fun to dance in a skirt!" That made me laugh. This is a fun and varied crowd of people. We had a great time and everyone was very helpful and forgiving of our not knowing what we were doing. I even had a blast just watching. <div><br /></div><div>If you're looking for a fun evening and some good exercise, try contra dancing. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes. Bring some water, and if you're a man and would like to wear a skirt go for it! </div></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.tcdancers.org/aboutcontra.shtml">Click here</a> for more about Contra Dancing in the Triangle Area. </div><div><br /></div><div>Keep on Dancin'!</div>Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-59941127972660485272012-02-11T17:49:00.000-08:002012-02-11T17:58:18.524-08:00Dancing UpdateI have been teaching a lot recently and having a great time doing it! <div><br /></div><div>In December I taught the waltz to a student at UNC who was preparing for a formal dance. He learned quickly and was successful in dancing well and enjoying his event. </div><div><br /></div><div>Also in December I taught a church group on campus as a break from their studies. What a great idea! They learned the Virginia Reel and Night Club 2 step. We had a great time! I love teaching group events, it is always a blast!</div><div><br /></div><div>I've begun teaching a new student who is interested in learning the waltz as well. </div><div><br /></div><div>Thank you to all my students past and present, I love what I do and have met so many amazing people along the way! Thank you for letting me share my love of dance with you! </div><div><br /></div>Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-68406420787428539962011-11-15T18:48:00.001-08:002011-11-15T18:58:25.074-08:00This is Perfect!!<div style="text-align: center;">If you're looking for....</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"> The Perfect gift</div><div style="text-align: center;">The Perfect way to prepare for a holiday party</div><div style="text-align: center;">The Perfect way to spend quality time with your special someone<br />The Perfect opportunity to have fun and get some exercise</div><div style="text-align: center;">The Perfect New Year's Resolution</div><div style="text-align: center;">OR</div><div style="text-align: center;">The Perfect touch to add to your Wedding Celebration</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Look no further, contact me about dance lessons today!! </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">gottadance.nicole@gmail.com</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-75500796289252766152010-07-20T17:40:00.000-07:002010-07-20T17:57:26.056-07:00What's this... is she posting something??Yes, it has been almost a year since my last post, and I have LOTS of great excuses - the number one being my daughter who is now 13 months. She is very easy to get wrapped up in and I wouldn't have it any other way. I have however still been teaching and having a blast with getting to know and working with my students who have also become my friends. Seriously awesome people here in the Chapel Hill area. <div><br /></div><div>Most recently I taught Adam and Tami who had a destination wedding in Hawaii. It was so much fun to work with them. I taught and choreographed a night club 2 step for them and also taught Tami secretly to dance a hula which she surprised her groom with at their reception! How cool is that? They said it was the highlight of the wedding (outside of the actual vows of course! :) </div><div><br /></div><div>I'm currently teaching Alex and Catherine who are learning a beautiful waltz for their wedding. They are learning quickly and having a great time too. </div><div><br /></div><div>If you or someone you know is getting married or if you just want to learn to dance socially shoot me an email, I'd love to help you achieve your dance goals!</div>Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-16365856404451933132009-08-29T19:14:00.000-07:002009-08-29T19:47:24.283-07:00West Coast Swing Workshop Weekend September 25-27If you enjoy West Coast Swing dancing you won't want to miss these workshops in September with <a href="http://www.jordantatianaswing.com/">Jordan and Tatiana</a>. To sign up, look for registration information <a href="http://www.robinanddarlene.com/">here</a>. If you're not familiar with west coast swing check out some samples on Youtube <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMJmPPEoFY8&feature=PlayList&p=2324B2F45EC6964D&playnext=1&playnext_from=PL&index=12">here</a>, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y3i6kyLLB2g&feature=PlayList&p=2324B2F45EC6964D&playnext=1&playnext_from=PL&index=36">her</a><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y3i6kyLLB2g&feature=PlayList&p=2324B2F45EC6964D&playnext=1&playnext_from=PL&index=36">e</a> and <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=43SrQLFiE84">here. </a>Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-53887341627679639172009-04-06T14:28:00.001-07:002009-04-06T15:01:38.837-07:00Half a HulaDon't get me wrong, I don't usually teach hula dancing... but the activities committee at church was putting on a talent show so I decided to offer to teach any interested women at church to dance a hula for it. We only have half of the video of it since I forgot to free up some memory on my camera - oops. The women did a great job preparing. And yes, I'm about 7 months pregnant here. Special thanks to my friend Bella who taught this dance to me. She grew up in Hawaii and danced at the <a href="http://www.polynesia.com/">Polynesian Cultural Center</a> on O'ahu for several years. Enjoy :)<br /><br /><br /><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dw1wGMSbAonvERlG47nzpVrO0c81vUMOpzFn71b8V2KqvL_2SOt149xJu2R7BeGhv4nKj6lN37chpZT-4TxlQ' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe>Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-3992956952695083702009-02-25T08:25:00.000-08:002009-02-25T08:47:20.883-08:00Dance for a cure THIS FRIDAY NIGHT!<div style="text-align: center;"><b>Dance for a cure - third annual benefit dance</b><br /><br />Elks Lodge #735 at 5538 Leadmine Rd, Raleigh<br /><br />February 27, 2009, 7:00pm to 11:30pm<br /><br />Benefit for The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Mix of swing, Latin, and ballroom, dancing. Proceeds go towards cancer research and patient care. ($10 admission includes a free swing dance lesson, but get there on time as they typically do these at the beginning of the evening).<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />Contact: Vickie Barrett 782-7947 can't make the dance? Donations can be made at: http://pages.teamintraining.org/nce/cmc/09/vbarrett </div>Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-7471559160141749572009-02-21T11:15:00.000-08:002009-03-28T13:11:03.594-07:00Music Suggestions: NC2 & WCS<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Here are some music suggestions for two of the dances I teach...more dances to come in future posts... until then, happy dancing!<br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Night Club Two Step</span><br />Home - Michael Buble<br />Thinking About You - Norah Jones<br />I Turn to You - Christina Aguilera<br />I Believe in You and Me - Whitney Houston<br />Just Like Heaven - Katie Melua's version<br />Back at One - Brian McKnight<br />From this Moment On -Shania Twain<br />Run to Me - Clay Aiken<br />A Moment Like This - Kelly Clarkson<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">West Coast Swing</span><br />Cause I Love You - Mike Morgan & The Crawl<br />Alone - Susan Tedeschi<br />Give it Back - Gaelle<br />Heartattack & Vine - Tom Waits (slow)<br />Multiply - Jamie Lidell<br />Put Your Records On - Corinne Bailey Rae<br />Secret or She Will Be Loved - both by Maroon 5<br />Shoes of Another Man - Brother Yusef<br />Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow - Inger Marie Gundersen<br />You're All I Need to Get By - Kenny Lattimore<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div>Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-91039763117953898832009-01-26T10:29:00.000-08:002009-01-26T10:50:30.960-08:00June '08 Hustle Routine<div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dwlSMeGI15DT_sgbg_GxjPGb7l7zmJI5H7_cz1cRaAtVC35ycK0moAwQhSNYJSfqXLi-z9KYH7fIl-ndjAHGg' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe><br /><br />Joe & Gina had never danced Hustle when they came to me asking for choreography to this song. After only 12 lessons accompanied by their own outside practices they were able to pull off this performance quite nicely at <a href="http://www.dancefor2.com/">Dance for 2</a> Studio in San Diego - great job guys!Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-71989772237109084302008-12-29T06:25:00.000-08:002009-01-21T07:02:40.496-08:00Group Classes in Durham on Wednesday Nights<div style="text-align: center;font-family:georgia;"><span style="font-size:130%;">Dearest Dancers and Soon-to-be Dancers:</span><br /><br />Many are asking me where they can take<span style="font-size:180%;"> <span style="font-size:100%;">group classes</span></span>. I personally am only teaching private lessons at this time, but will let you know when I start teaching groups. Until then I will post group class opportunities that I recommend. Below is my <span style="font-size:100%;">number 1 recommendation</span><span style="font-size:130%;">:</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Classes:</span><br />West Coast Swing Level 1 at 7:00pm<br />Carolina Shag Level 1 at 8:00pm<br />West Coast Swing Level 2 at 9:00pm<br /><br />When: <strong><em><strong>January 7 - Feb. 11 (6 week series</strong></em>) </strong><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Location:</span><br />Eno River Universalist Unitarian Fellowship<br />4907 Garrett Road, Durham<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Instructor:</span> Wesley Boz<br /><br />For more information contact <span style="font-size:130%;">Music and Dance Productions</span> (they also teach group classes in Raliegh on nights other than Wednesdays)<br /><br />http://www.musicanddance.com/mad/index.html<br /><br />Good Luck!<br /></div><em><strong><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;font-family:courier new;" ></span></strong></em><strong><em><br /></em></strong>Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-26650766000386396272008-11-12T09:04:00.000-08:002009-01-23T11:10:07.783-08:00Dancing for Beginners<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbfj_Y407m-TQpizGmIhh4btGWMqmFK-fHk36tNtXDxOILXPJ8DZAKWEI7KlbA225nBFZNQSUXLCzu-FMWuyq8qYv1rOqmZQe7-b-HM_3seYHMfwBfD2c5g5UqCWVMMhBYJxUkW85_Lfg/s1600-h/625.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 295px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbfj_Y407m-TQpizGmIhh4btGWMqmFK-fHk36tNtXDxOILXPJ8DZAKWEI7KlbA225nBFZNQSUXLCzu-FMWuyq8qYv1rOqmZQe7-b-HM_3seYHMfwBfD2c5g5UqCWVMMhBYJxUkW85_Lfg/s320/625.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5267831527863953506" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Lots of people ask what style of dance to start with...</span><br /><br />I like starting students with a slow couples' dance called Night Club 2 step. It's simple, casual and can be done to so many different styles of popular music. A lot of people start with salsa because it's really hot right now, but many beginning dancers have difficulty with the rhythm. As you build your skills and get used to having a partner attached to your movement you'll find it easier to add more dances little by little.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">But what if you have a specific kind of dance you want to learn?</span><br /><br />If you already know what you want to learn, or there is a specific kind of music you enjoy and want to learn to dance to, give it a try! Also keep in mind that everyone's background is different. If you and your partner are musically inclined and/or feel you both have a good sense of rhythm, you may have little or no difficulty starting with one of many different styles. Pick an instructor you feel comfortable with and ask his or her advice before getting started. <span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span>Keeping it Fun!</span><br /><br />It's easy to get stressed out when we're learning something new. Remember, this is for fun, be <span style="font-size:130%;">patient</span> with yourself and your partner. <span style="font-size:130%;">Breathe</span>. Don't take yourself too seriously, and if your partner is feeling frustrated, be sure to <span style="font-size:130%;">smile</span> and try to find ways to let him or her know you appreciate them dancing with you!<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></span>Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-2434594122400864542008-07-22T13:49:00.000-07:002008-07-22T14:02:35.151-07:00So Long San Diego Dancers!Dear Dancers,<br /><br />I am moving to North Carolina at the end of July 2008 (Go Tarheels!). Thank you to all who have supported my business and my passion for teaching dance the past 4 years! I have met such wonderful people! Thank you for letting me be a part of your journey as you learn to dance. It has been a pleasure to watch your improvement and see the joy dancing brings to you!<br /><br />For anyone who would like to know who else to take dance from feel free to contact me and I'd be happy to help. In general I would refer you to my friends at <a href="http://www.dancefor2.com/">Dance for 2 off of Claremont Mesa Blvd</a>, <a href="http://www.dancemotionstudios.com/">Dance Motion Studios in Rancho Bernardo, </a> <a href="http://starlightdance.com/">Starlight near SDSU</a>, Synergy Dance Zone on Miramar or Patty Wells' Dancetime Center off of Sea World Drive.<br /><br />I plan to make visits to San Diego in the future and will post any workshops and private lesson times that I have available here on my blog. Until then good luck, and may you continue to find joy in dancing!Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-45728785034627181562008-03-28T12:34:00.001-07:002009-01-23T11:10:30.265-08:00WEST COAST SWING Workshops April 1st - No Foolin'!I will be teaching two workshops this coming Tuesday, April 1st at <a href="http://dancefor2.com/">Dance for 2</a>. The first one is "Mastering the Basics" at 6:30pm and the second one is "Intermediate Tricks & Technique" at 7:30pm. See you there!Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-73718084361244535712008-02-18T14:06:00.000-08:002008-02-21T13:08:25.282-08:00San Diego Dancers on the TODAY show!Click <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wVxcifcszs">here</a> to check out World Country Dance Champions and fellow San Diegans Ronnie DeBenedetta and Brandi Tobias on the TODAY show.Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-19467436773253464642008-02-18T11:19:00.000-08:002009-04-06T15:36:19.981-07:00Country Two-Step Performance: Leslie and Greg MittanckIf you missed the <a href="http://dancefor2.com/">Dance for 2</a> Party on Saturday night, here is a video of a routine I choreographed for my students Greg and Leslie. You can't tell very well from the video, but they blackened their teeth and their outfits were pretty funny :) <iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dwmqMLZI0KtGL97WnLLvb1_mRwKE8S8DDGOv5fMGABR2KCrruqCko5euXeGqYiAY_kKza6bEXKsa2oKy7g8HA' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe>Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7254127449118886044.post-57091594617119532322008-02-15T14:44:00.001-08:002008-02-15T15:21:25.961-08:00West Coast Swing Event in San Diego May 1-4If you like West Coast Swing check out <a href="http://www.swingdiego.com/">SwingDiego</a> in May 2008. There will be workshops, competitions and lots of dancing! This is one of several West Coast Swing events that go on all over the country including <a href="http://www.seattlewcswing.com/">Seattle</a>, <a href="http://www.lapdclassic.com/">L.A.</a>, <a href="http://www.gpsdc.com/July4th/2007-2008/ConventionBrochure.pdf">Phoenix</a>, <a href="http://www.americasclassic.com/">Houston</a>, <a href="http://www.usagrandnationals.com/welcome.htm">Atlanta</a>, <a href="http://www.dancepros.net/">Framingham, MA</a>, <a href="http://www.teapartyswings.com/index.aspx">Boston</a>, <a href="http://www.atlanticdancejam.com/">DC</a>, <a href="http://www.capitalswingdancers.org/">Sacramento</a>, <a href="http://www.centralcoastswingdance.com/2008montereyswingfest.htm">Monterey</a>, <a href="http://www.centralcoastswingdance.com/2007halloweenswingthing.htm">Irvine</a>, and <a href="http://www.usopenswingdc.com/">Anaheim.</a><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.seattlewcswing.com/"></a>Nicole Higginbothamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03687067299869180207noreply@blogger.com0