Sick teachers.

Our beautiful teachers work very hard and love their magical job, but quite often they become ill because they are in contact with so many children and with so many different bugs.
Most of our teachers are professional dancers and performers and often rehearse and perform on top of their teaching job.
Because they are working their bodies continually, they often pick up anything that they come into contact with.

Please be patient with us if your teachers become ill, we prefer that they rest and recover and not pass it onto your children.
Please be mindful that if your child is unwell, keep them at home and book in a make-up class.

TERM 4

Term 4 will finish up on Saturday the 17th of December.

2012

Very soon we will have our proposed schedule for 2012 on the wall.
If there are any major problems please speak to Miss Jess, as it is not set in stone.
If you have any special requests and there are a few kids keen on these requests we are happy to try and create what you are suggesting!
Please pop your child’s name on the list and either holds your place with a deposit or term fees.

PARKING St Kilda Studio

The Bike Shop man asked me very kindly to ask Mums not to park in his parking spaces. He is getting very busy now its coming up to summer and his customers have no where to park.
We are happy for you to park down our lane way. (Just not in front of the blue and orange door as there is a gentleman in the office who needs wheel chair access.
Thank you in advance : )

FAIRY KIDS CONCERTS

CONCERT WEEKS –
Northcote the week of the 28th of November.
Mordialloc the week of the 5th of December.
St Kilda the week of the 12th of December.

Next week we will be handing out envelopes for the Fairy Concert Costume/Concert fee. The cost is $35.
Please return this as soon and possible with the correct amount enclosed would be most appreciated.
This fee covers a gorgeous costume for your child, and helps cover the cost of hiring lights and curtain, which will make it feel more concerty for the little ones.
We decided to keep the concert In-House/at the studio for the pre schoolers this year as it can be a very long, tiring and sometimes stressful event.
Our special In-House concert will give them the thrill of performing for an audience, with special costumes without all the other bits.

Families will arrive close to their normal class time e.g. 9.30am, 10.30am, 11.30am and 12.30pm which will give us an extra 15 minutes to have families of the class prior out and families of the next class in!

AFTER YOUR CHILD IS FINISHED THEIR CONCERT, WE ASK IF YOU COULD EXIT FAIRLY QUICKLY AS WILL BE RUNNING TO TIME AND WE NEED TO GET THROUGH ALL THE CONCERTS.

Each “In-House Concert is just their class. If there is a studio 2 class running at the same time, they will join your class but will have their own dance routine and costume.
The concert will run within the 45 minute time frame, but the 45 mins it will include the child getting changed into and out of their costume.
We expect about 20 minutes of fabulous entertainment from your little fairy!

Mummy will need to help your Fairy change into and out of their costume back stage.
When everyone is ready, the kids will perform their routine and many gorgeous things we have planned.
You can take photos and video as they dance and they will finish with a pose at the end of the routine so you can take a group photo.

MAKE UP AND HAIR

We will have lots of pins and elastics to tie hair and they are welcome to wear a little make up on the day, or not.
Maybe some lipstick and a little rouge, but its not necessary.
Mostly the fairies will have either a ponytail, or a half up half down hairstyle. We wont be stressing you out with ballet buns or overnight rags in their hair. Hair will be simple and natural.

HOLIDAY PROGRAM

Yay this summer we will have a holiday program!!

Tuesday the 10th of January
Princess & Fairy Morning (Ages 3 to 5yrs) – 9:30am to 12.00 noon
Disco & Funky Afternoon (Ages 5 to 7yrs) – 1.00pm to 3.30pm
Wednesday the 11th of January
Super Hero Funky Morning (Ages 3 to 5yrs) – 9:30am to 12.00 noon
Ballet Princess Afternoon (Ages 5 to 7yrs) – 1.00pm to 3.30pm
Thursday the 12th of January
Princess & Fairy Morning (Ages 3 to 5yrs) – 9:30am to 12.00 noon
Disco & Funky Afternoon (Ages 5 to 7yrs) – 1.00pm to 3.30pm

Each session starts with a 45 minute dance class related to the theme.
Stop for a snack and drink and then glitterize a jewel box.
Back for another 45 minute session of dancing and learning a fabulous routine for parents to see at the end.
Rest for 15 minutes to sit quietly and hear a magical story.
Finally they will perform their routine for Parents and receive a Glittery Tapping Wonderland Dance certificate.

$60 for 1 Session
$100 for 2 Sessions or 2 siblings.
St Kilda booking call Miss Snowdrop 0423 095 590
Northcote bookings call Miss Lollipop 0423 095 855 to hold your spot…

HEALTH CORNER

Dear Dr. Lottie,
I am preparing for our end of year concert, I am a little anxious as feel I want to look and dance my best.
Do you have any secret beauty or performance tips for me?
Signed Agitated and Unsightly.

Dear Agitated and Unsightly,
I am mildly flattered with your unfortunate letter.
But, you have come to the right person as I am a woman with a wealth of knowledge when it comes to dance and performance.
The Professor and I have been performing for many years at the local RSL and Elderly Citizens Club.

Firstly, make sure you have a good bath and put on some deodorant. It’s ghastly dancing next to someone who reeks.

Secondly, get yourself some decent foundation, at least 4 shades darker than your natural skin tone. Pack it on densely and evenly. This will give you a nice healthy appearance on stage.

Lastly, make sure you are warmed up before going on stage, whether it’s a shot of whiskey or a few laps around the theatre.
The professor is always going on and on and on about stretching and vocal warm ups, he does enough chit chatting for twenty elderly women.
Personally I prefer a swift nip and away we go.

Thank you for your amateur letter.
Dr Lottie.

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Thanks for reading! Love Miss Lou Lou xxx

Welcome back! We hope you had a wonderful break!

Congratulations!

To Mr. and Mrs. Lollipop!
What a wonderful wedding it was…
Miss Neroli looked so lovely in her divine floating pleated 50’s inspired gown.
Mr. Brian looked wonderful in his amazing kilt!
What a delightful couple, it was such a lovely wedding.

Term 4

Term 4 will finish up on Saturday the 17^th of December.

Concert for 5 years + (School Age)!

Theme – “ You’re Dreamin!”

Our 5 years + Concert (school age kids) has crept up on us very quickly! We decided to hold it earlier this year so it didn’t compete with Christmas and the very busy time of year.

CONCERT DATES -

Northcote Studio – Sunday 6th of November at 2.30pm. Renaissance Theatre. 826 High Street East Kew.
Mordialloc Studio – Sunday the 20th of November at 2pm at Aspendale Primary School. Laura St, Aspendale.

Costumes

Miss Vanessa will be in the studio in the next couple of weeks to fit costumes so that they will be looking fabulous on stage!
Our costumes are colourful and fun, there will be no midriff tops or anything brief or too grown up.
The cost of the costume hire will be $35.

Each child will receive an envelope for the costume hire, could you possibly hand that back to Miss Vanessa this week with the correct amount so we can get it all finalized.
You will also receive a yellow note with an item you may need to supply, such as ¾ leggings, or tights, maybe a singlet to cover a tummy.

For the Finale Dance your child will either be a policeman or a burglar. (This will also be stated on the note)

So you will also need to supply either a black outfit with a black beanie or eye mask, or a white outfit with a Policeman’s hat.

The outfit can be leggings and a tee shirt, or a skirt or dress, it can sparkle or not, we are not strict; it is all about the colour contrast for the effect on stage.

If you have any queries regarding the costumes, you can email Miss Vanessa at missvanessa@glitterytappingwonderland.com

Make up and Hair

The kids are welcome to wear a little make up on stage, but we don’t expect full-face make up in colour 06 and a spray tan!

It is fun to put on some mascara, lipstick and maybe a little rouge so they don’t wash out on stage, but if you are against it, it is fine.

Each group may have a hairstyle, so check with Miss Vanessa as to what they will need, maybe some pigtails if they wear a hat, a ponytail or bun if they have a coronet. Some may have a wig, so they may need their hair in a couple of plaits to sit underneath easily.

Rehearsal

This year the rehearsal is on the day of the concert.

10.00am – Teachers and Parent helpers arrive with costumes, set up.

10.30am – Kids arrive and get dressed into costume.

11.00am – Stop/start dress rehearsal in running order of show, stops if need be.

1.00pm – Finale Rehearsal – Everyone on stage. Stop / Start.

1.15pm – Hang up costume and eat lunch. Kids will need to bring a packed lunch.

2.00pm – Re-set stage and dress in costumes for show.

2.30pm – Concert!

Parent Helpers

We ask if we could have one Mum per class to help back stage before the concert, making sure the kids have all their hats pinned on, zips zipped up, or accessories in the right place.

This special Mum will need to take their groups costumes and accessories home the week prior to the concert and bring them to the theatre at 10.00am on the Concert Day and help the children dress.

After their dance re-hang the costumes and make sure the accessories are all back in their bag.

You will be able to watch the show of course.

Please let Miss Vanessa know if you are keen to help.

Thanks : )

Concert for 2 to 5 years

CONCERT WEEKS –

Mordialloc the week of the 5th of December.

Northcote the week of the 28th of November.

St Kilda the week of the 12th of December.

The 2 to 5 years classes will perform an “In-House” concert.
We invite the parents and family of the child to come along to this special class and watch their fairy at their special concert.
Families will arrive close to their normal class time, although each session will start on the hour e.g. 9.30am, 10.30am, 11.30am and 12.30pm which will give us an extra 15 minutes to have families of the class prior out and families of the next class in!
The “Concert” will run in 15 minutes intervals consisting of 15 minutes to arrive & dress into costume, 15 minutes of concert then 15 minutes to undress out of costume and leave.

Mummy will take the Fairy to the change area where they will change them into their costume.
All the mums and dads and family will sit down and wait for the show.
When everyone is ready, the kids will perform their routine. With or without their teacher – the 4-5yrs may not need their teacher.
The parents can take photos and video as they dance and they will finish with a pose at the end of the routine so the parents can take a group photo.
The classes will show-off/perform a couple of exercises that they do in class, maybe something new, something very special.
Finishing with bubbles, curtsy and a fairy wish and lots of cuddles!

Costumes

Miss Vanessa will be organizing costumes soon so that they will be looking fabulous for their special day!
As with our big kids our costumes will pretty, colourful and special, no midriffs.
The cost of the costume hire will be $35.
Each child will receive an envelope for the costume hire on the day of the fitting, which can be returned to Miss Vanessa with the correct amount.

HEALTH CORNER

With Dr Lottie Prospect.

Dear Dr. Lottie,

At the Glittery Tapping Wonderland’s Concert last year I remember you performed an electrifying Hip Hop routine with your husband The Professor.
Will you be performing this year?
I am in suspense as it is always extremely fascinating to see your expertise in the art of dance.
Signed Eager and Expectant.

Dear Eager and Expectant,

I am exceptionally pleased to inform you that the Professor and I have been occupied on an item for the recital.
Considering that we excelled in all forms of The Hip Hop, The Breaking, The Locking and such, we decided to spend our time this year perfecting a new technique.
As this year’s the Concert Theme is “You are Dreaming”, the Professor and I assessed that we needed to express an internal yearning that we have always dreamed being staged.
I am positive you will be enthralled with our achievements.

Thank you for your over-enthusiastic letter.

Dr Lottie.

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Thanks for reading! Love Miss Lou Lou xx

Glamorous Dancewear!

Leotards
Long Sleeve Tie Tops
Short Sleeve Tie Tops
Ballet Tights
Ballet Shoes
Wings
Wands
Fairy skirts.

You may have noticed some very gorgeous dance wear for sale at the studio, very reasonable and very pink!
Please feel free to try on the tie tops or leotards from the rack on your child, as these are samples.
When you know your size and keen to purchase, place payment into one of the envelopes provided and pass it to your teacher, they will hand you the dancewear.

Term Fees

Thank you all for being so wonderfully prompt with your term payments!
Paying Term Fees on time determines how many places we have available in a class and ensures that you or your child has a place.  This also helps control how many there are in the class, and of course tells us our budget for the term.

If there is a problem, please call as we can work out a payment plan if need be. We would rather you speak to us and work it out rather than you hold off, not tell us, stress and pay later with an added late fee.

Stars and Glitter

At the beginning of each class we put a star on each fairies right foot and some magic fairy dust on their hand.
The very fabulous reason why we put the star on their foot is to teach them, which is their right foot and which is their left. We say “use your starry foot… your right foot” to shuffle or point.
Smoothing the fairy dust on their hand gives them a special moment with the teacher and makes them feel relaxed and welcome in the class.

We try to keep this short and sweet, as it is a very important part of our classes, as is the fairy wish at the end. All our rituals are extremely essential!
We are finding that children arriving late are slowing down this all-important part of the class. If a child arrives late, we find it makes it difficult for them to join in and they feel left out. The stars and fairy dust are especially vital if they are new fairies as it helps them settle into the class and meet their teacher.

If fairies are late it is also awkward for the teacher as they are trying to move onto the next part of the session but don’t want the late fairies to miss out on this personal touch.

We ask that you arrive at least 5 minutes prior to your class time so that your fairy has her fabulous fairy dress or ballet outfit and dance shoes on and is ready to go. We are keen to pack as much as we can into the 45 minutes and cant afford for this part of the class to drag on.
Thanks!

Glitterization Day.

Each Term at the Studio we have a very Glamorous Glitterization Day so you can Glitterize your despondent Dance Shoes!
Mum’s and kids form a circle on the studio floor at their own “Glitterization Station”, Miss Lou Lou goes through the process with everyone and shows you how to glitterize your dancing shoes.

Mum’s are served a glass of pink champagne to help steady the nerves and the kids spill glitter everywhere and eat chocolate teddy bear and tick tock biscuits. It’s Fab!

Dates –
★ Mordialloc Studio – Friday the 2nd of September at 4.00pm
★ Northcote Studio – Friday the 9th of September at 4.00pm
★ St Kilda Studio – Saturday the 10th of September at 10.00am

Cost – $20
What to bring-
★ Your Dancing Shoes.
★ 3 vials of glitter.

- Allow approx 60 to 90 minutes to do your shoes.
Please talk to Miss Lou Lou about colour combinations – It’s a tricky business!!

Spotlight sells a very dodgy type of glitter that does not stay on the shoes, I think it is too plasticky!
Lincraft have a great glitter in a little rectangle box. Some $2/Discount shops have a brand called “Value Craft” that seems to stay on well.

Place your name on the sign up sheet at the studio & pre-pay your $20 into the Glitterization envelope so we know how many are coming to do their shoes.
★ Glitterizing your dance shoes is not compulsory, but certainly makes you dance with glee!

Open Days.

MORDIALLOC STUDIO – SUNDAY THE 18TH SEPTEMBER
ST KILDA STUDIO – SUNDAY THE 11TH SEPTEMBER
10.00am 2-3 yrs – Fairy Ballet, Fairy Jazz & Fairy Tap.
11.00am 3-4 yrs – Fairy Ballet, Fairy Jazz & Fairy Tap.
12.00 noon 4-5 yrs – Giggle Ballet, Funky Jazz & Glittery Tap.
1.00pm 5-7 yrs – Giggle Ballet, Funky Jazz/Hip Hop & Glittery Tap.
Please let any keen fairies know to contact, for older kids, please call to organize a trial.
Call Miss Twinkle Toes 0420 356 232. (Mordialloc Studio)
Call Miss Snowdrop 0423 095 590. (St Kilda Studio Studio)

Daytime Adults Tap!

Brand new classes starting ASAP!

Mordialloc with the glamorous Miss Lou Lou!
Wednesday 2.00pm Not-So-Beginners Tap!
Friday 2.00pm Absolute-Beginners Tap!

Northcote with the fabulous Mr. Grant
Monday 1.30pm Not-So-Beginners Broadway Tap!
Wednesday 2.00pm Absolute-Beginners Broadway Tap!

St Kilda with the Glamorous Miss Lou Lou!
Tuesday 12.30pm Not-So-Beginners Tap!
Tuesday 2.00pm Absolute-Beginners Tap!

Hilarious fun, and fab exercise!
Pop your name on the list we need 10 to start… yahooee!

Daytime Adults Pilates

with the very zen Miss Chimene!

St Kilda Studio – Tuesday & Thursday 10.15am In Studio 2!
Northcote Studio – Friday 10.15am In Studio 2!

Stretch and feel great, whilst you fairy dances!
Pop your name on list upstairs, we need 6 to start.

High Noon!

SUNDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER
High St is having its annual fab festival!
Glittery Tapping Wonderland will be holding dance workshops in our own magical Fairyland on High street opposite our studio for the people of Northcotes dancing pleasure!

★ 10.30am-ish (time to be confirmed) 2-5yrs – Fairy Dancing.
★ 1.45pm till 2.15pm – 2-5yrs Fairy Dancing
★ 3.45pm till 4.15pm 5yrs + – Funky Dancing
★ 4.45pm till 5.15pm Adults – Tap Dancing.

In the Adults workshop – we will demonstrate/perform the “Shim Sham” as a well as have a tap workshop.
GTW adults please come along and dance with us!
The Kids workshop – we would love you to help show the novices how it is done!

Make-up Classes

If your child is unwell or are going to miss a class we are happy for you to do a make-up class.
It is most important to book in for the make-up session as if you arrive to a class with out us knowing there maybe several other children also having their make-up session on the same day/time.
This can cause chaos and may result in having 14 children in a class. Way toooooo crazy!
Please call PRIOR to the class to let her know so we can work out where you can fit in.
Make-up classes must be made up within the same term.
If we are not notified we cannot offer a make-up class.

Trial Classes/vouchers

Please call Miss Lollipop and book in. You may have received a trial voucher from our welcome package and have a sibling or friend to trial a class or if you are going to bring a friend along to a class for the day, please make sure there is enough space.
Please call PRIOR to the class.

Dance Teachers Mordialloc Studio

Glittery Tapping Wonderland is currently looking for dance teachers. Please let us know if you are a dance teacher and keen to teach or know of any that is keen. We especially need teachers who could jump in if one of our gracious teachers is unwell.

Emails

Glittery Tapping Wonderland likes to send out emails to remind you of up and coming events, reminders and of course our newsletter… The Taploid!
These emails are sent to all the families, and although you are very glamorous, it may come across that it is sent exclusively to you, O Glamorous One.
Example…Please disregard an email if it is a reminder for fees due if you have already paid.
If you know anyone who does not receive the emails, we may have a dodgy email address, which needs to be rectified.
Thanks for taking the time to read the emails, as mostly they are quite informative!

A Little Bit of Studio Protocol!

To keep our gorgeous classes running smoothly, please read and follow our simple requests below –

PLEASE  – No mobile phones in the dance studio.
(Please switch them off/silent or take the conversation out of the studio)

- No outside shoes on the dance floor.
(If you are dancing with your Fairy, please take off your shoes)

- No food or feeding your children on the dance floor.

- You are welcome to watch your children dance, but you MUST BE QUIET.

- Please keep younger siblings off the dance floor, as they may cause an accident.
(They are welcome to join in the bubbles at the end)

- Please leave prams in foyer if at all possible.

- Please pack up the toys generously provided to keep your other siblings amused!
Thanks for your understanding xx

Dr. Lottie

Dr. Lottie is our resident health professional who writes a column for our newsletter each month. Her comments can be a little harsh, but if you are seeking some advice and are game enough, please feel free to write to her at dr.lottie@glitterytappingwonderland.com

HEALTH CORNER

With Dr Lottie Prospect.

Dear Dr. Lottie,
My 12 year old daughter is obsessed with the pop idol Justin Bieber.
Recently I took her to his concert and she spent the entire time crying. She cries when she sees him on the TV, she cries when she hears him on the radio.
Is there a cure for Bieber Fever?
Signed Puzzled, Perplexed and slightly Bothered.

Dear Puzzled, Perplexed and slightly Bothered,
I heard there is quite a decent epidemic of the Bieber Fever going around.
I am somewhat confounded as to how this whole disease came about in the first place.
The Professor is convinced it was initiated on the Information Super Highway, and spread to a global pandemic.
As for treatment, I believe a good dose of cod liver oil should do the trick

Thank you for your perturbed letter.
Dr Lottie.

Thanks for reading!
Love Miss Lou Lou xx

News and Yous

We are nearly to the end of our marathon 12 week term!
The last class of term is on
Saturday the 28th of June.
We will have two weeks break then,
Term 3 commences on Monday the 14th of July.

Term 3 is a 10 week term and the fees for the term are $125.
To receive a Multiple children/multiple classes discount – $100 per term, fees need to be paid prior to the commencement of Term 3. (13/07/08)
Fees can be paid at the studio, or during the holidays by Credit card over the phone or by cheque.
(Payable to Glittery Tapping Wonderland, 2 Lamana St Mordialloc, 3195.)

Happy Birthday to-

Miss Melanie, Miss Emily, Miss Charlotte, Miss Jordan, Miss Allie, Miss Judy,
Miss Madeline, Miss Olivia, Miss Kylie, Miss Mia, Miss Kate, Miss Gael,
Miss Rhonda, Miss Allegra, Miss Eva, Miss Annisa, Miss Nicole, Miss Clementine,
Miss Emma, Miss Mary, Miss Zara, Mr. John, Miss Laura, Miss Deanna,
Miss Ruby, Miss Bridget, Miss Ally, Miss Rachel, Miss Janine, Miss Tess,
Miss Cherry, Miss Cheri, Miss Jemma, Miss Ashleigh, Miss Molly, Miss Lucy,
Miss Natasha, Miss Isabella, Miss Sophie, Miss India, Miss Ava, Miss Catherine,
Miss Naomi, Miss Joanne and Miss Alice!

International Tap Dancing Day Photo Shoot!

Thanks to all the lovely kids and Mums who made their way down to the Frankston boardwalk for the photo shoot, the photos looked great!

International Tap Dancing Day!

The International Tap Day was so much fun!
It was a glorious sunny morning we tap danced along the Frankston Pier, then up the path to the bridge, where we all danced the Shim Sham.
Next year we will be really organized and will invite loads of local dance schools along and really have the bridge shaking!!

Tap Boot Camp and Glitterization Day!

What a great fun, rainy afternoon we had, tapping to the sound of the rain on the roof and then glitterizing our shoes with a glass of champagne!
If you missed glitterization day, we will have another one very soon!

Glittery Tapping Wonderland – Learn to Tap Dance DVD!

Hooray!
After two and a half years in the making…

The Learn to Tap Dance DVD with Miss Lou Lou is here!

Not only do you learn to tap dance on the DVD, but also there is Hot Tapping Tips and the Glitterization Process!

Only $19.95 for all that enjoyment and entertainment!

Term 3 Class Enrolments

We are now taking enrolments for term 3.
It is essential that you let your teacher know if you are returning and pay a $30 deposit to secure your place in the class.
We have a huge waiting list of patient students waiting to find a place in a class, if a deposit isn?t paid, unfortunately we cannot hold your place.
Remember – if you pay your fees before the end of this term, you can receive the discount for multiple classes/siblings. (Deposit not necessary if Full Term Fees are paid)

New Studio!

We have been planning a move for some time now, and finally it is going to happen!
We are moving our Armadale and Caulfield classes into our new Studio for the beginning of Term 3. (Starting Monday the 14/06/08)
The Monday, Tuesday and Friday schedule will remain the same, but will be at the new location.
We will also be offering classes on Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday!
Our new location is- 148a Barkly Street, ST KILDA
(Opposite the National Theatre)

A $30 deposit is required to reserve you or your child’s place -
~ Which ensures the class goes ahead.
~ To prevent the class being too full.
Please note -
~ Kids classes no more than 10 per class. (11 at a stretch)
~ Classes need numbers of 6 or more to run.
~ New classes are subject to change.

Please feel free to call me if you have any queries, Miss Lou Lou 0414 719 515

Lost Property

Please check the big pink bin for your missing shoes and jumpers!

Fabulous Raffle

When you pay for your term 3 fees, not only to you receive a discount on multiple classes/children, you also receive a ticket in the draw for our Glamour Hamper!
We will have the Glamour Hamper on display at the Mordialloc studio.
We have loads of fabulous items of glamour in our basket!

You would win One Term of Dance classes, Fabulous false eyelashes, essential lipstick, shimmering nail polish, a Glittery Tapping Wonderland Tee shirt, a glamorous flower for your hair, a sticker and the Brand new ?Learn to Tap Dance DVD?
And if you are a bloke?…ummmm… maybe you might fancy a bit of nail polish!

Shoes!

Please keep street shoes off the dance floor, unfortunately it drags in too much sand and muck…. sometimes even doggy doo…
We request that the hip hop/jazz classes either wear bare feet, dance shoes or shoes you have just to dance in.
As the winter rain sets in, please leave your shoes at the front door, the poor shag pile is starting to suffer with the mud that is walked in. Thanks.

Funky Dance, Drama and Singing

We have such a lovely drama and singing class in Mordialloc on Friday afternoons with Miss Helen for 5 to 7 year olds, if you are keen on joining the class please let me know and we can pop you in.
Term 3 we will be adding some funky dancing to the class, wooohooo!

Adult Funky Jazz – Mordialloc

The Intermediate and Beginners Funky Jazz is back on a Monday evening.
Intermediate 7.00pm
Beginner’s 8.00pm.
Please let me know if you are keen. A great workout and fun too!
We are also taking names for a beginner’s funky jazz class on Friday’s at 12 noon.

Adult Absolute Beginners Tap – Mordialloc

We will start the new Wednesday at 1.00pm Beginners tap dancing class in Term 3, please let me know if you are keen and we can squeeze you in!

Costume Levy!

You may have received a costume levy envelope from your gracious teacher; we ask that each student put $25 this term towards his or her costume for the end of year Explosion. This way we have a pool of money for each class to get started on their costumes.
We try to make the costumes very simple and inexpensive!
Now that we have started on learning our dance routines, we can start to get an idea about what we will wear.

Dates for our Rehearsals and Concerts!

Please pop these in your Diary!

MORDIALLOC

Mentone Girls Grammar, Lewty Hall. 11 Mentone Parade, Mentone.
Rehearsal Sunday 23rd of November (Times to be announced)
Saturday 6th of December at 2.00pm for Monday, Wednesday & Friday classes.
Sunday 7th of December at 2.00pm for Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday classes.
Adults Saturday 6th of December at 7.00pm.

ARMADALE & CAULFIELD (Now St. Kilda classes)

Wesley College, St Kilda Rd.
Rehearsal Sunday the 30th of November (Times to be announced)
Concert Adults and Kids, Sunday the 14th of December 2.00pm.

Fabulous Cushions

You may have noticed the lovely new cushions at the Mordialloc studio!
One of out talented and creative Mums made them!
We will have an assortment of cushions on display for you to purchase!

Rowdy Mums

Just wondering if Mums and siblings who are waiting, could keep their noise down whilst the classes are running, it is a bit tricky to teach as the kids are distracted and cant hear their teachers!

We love having you stay and watch, but sometimes it is really loud!

Feral Kids

As you know the Glittery Tapping Wonderland has a caring and nurturing approach to teaching dance. But some days the classes can get a little bit crazy!
Our gracious teachers don’t want to get cross and growl at the kids, this is not what we are about, we would rather offer the non-listening child the option of dancing or sitting down.

For instance, a couple of classes that had been acting up lately had to have the big guns brought in…Miss Lou Lou…Oooh scary!
We sat with the kids and explained that the meanest dance teacher known to man… Miss Shackles… was looking for work and was keen to take over their crazy class.
The children decided it was better to listen to their lovely, sweet, gorgeous teacher; to not do cartwheels and chat through out the entire class; than to have a new scary teacher namely “Miss Shackles” take her place.
The kids have shaped up and are as good as gold!
Please feel free to reinforce this fable so that we keep the kids listening and learning.

Also mentioned was a “5 strokes and you miss the next class” program, the kids agreed that their Mums and Dads would be horrified if they weren’t allowed to come to dancing if they had been naughty!!
If you notice that your child is acting up, we are quite happy for you to nip it in the bud! In fact please feel free to act!

Questions for the highly qualified

Dr Lottie Prospect.

Dear Dr Lottie,

I am in a very desperate position, I hope you can give me some helpful advice.

I attend a tap dancing class once a week, I love it so much, but when I try to practice at home, my hysterical kelpie goes crazy. She stands on her hind legs, yelping and leaping at me, tearing my tights and scratching my legs.

I have tried locking her outside, but she races around the garden and digs up my herbs.

I have tried locking her in another room, but she yaps and leaps at the door scratching the paintwork.

I am driven to distraction and I need to practice! Do you have any suggestions?

Signed Un-Prepared and Out-Of-Practice.

Happy Birthday to

Miss Deanna, Miss George, Mr. Luke, Miss Kyra, Miss Emma, Miss Emma,
Miss Jessica, Miss Claudia, Miss Hannah, Miss Alex, Miss Sophia,
Miss Colleen, Miss Ashlee, Miss Kimberly, Miss Michelle, Miss Angelique,
Miss Elizabeth, Miss Hannah, Miss Bridie, Miss Millie, Miss Indya, Miss Holly,
Miss Taylor, Miss Sarah, Miss Zoe, Miss Jordyn, Mr. Toby, Miss Memphis,
Miss Melanie, Miss Yasmin, Miss Poppy, Miss Madeline, Miss Tess, Miss Alice,
Miss Ellen, Miss Isabella, Miss Ruby, Mr. Andrew, Miss Bronte, Miss Dale,
Miss Katia, Miss Koco, Miss Sienna, Miss Francesca, Miss Emelia, Miss Edie,
Miss Mia, Miss Asher, Miss India, Miss Meika, Miss Christine, Miss Jeren
and Uh Oh – Miss Lou Lou!

Tee Shirts For Sale

The glamorous Glittery Tapping Wonderland Tee shirts are in! Yay! We have -
Fabulous new Purple T’s
Glamorous Hot pink T’s
Hot Pink spaghetti strap tops
Cute white with pink capped sleeves
Black scoop neck T’s
3/4 sleeve T’s, black with grey or white with red
Please to try one on for size!

Spaghetti Strap tops – $17.50
Short Sleeve T’s – $19.50
3/4 Sleeve T’s – $20.50
Long Sleeve T’s – $21.50
If we don’t have your size we can order for you!

Tap Boot Camp!

Saturday the 17th of May
The Wonderful Miss Brianna also known as Miss Twinkle Toes will be teaching
2.00pm – Intermediate to Advanced Tap Boot Camp
3.00pm – Beginners to Intermediate Tap Boot Camp
$15 – to be pre paid to reserve you place.

And what is Tap Boot Camp you may ask?
Tap Boot is a casual yet glamorous Saturday afternoon of tap dancing, with drills and new tap steps to help with your tapping.
There may be a routine, which nobody knows (except the teacher) and we will have a little practice of the International Tap Dancing Day routines.

Glitterization Day!

Saturday the 17th of May at 4.15pm (Straight after Boot Camp)
At the Glittery Tapping Wonderland – 2 Lamana st Mordialloc.
What to bring – Your Tap shoes AND 3 vials of glitter
(Ask me about colours & combinations!)
Everything else will be provided.
$15 – to be pre paid to reserve you place.
Your shoes will be ready for International Tap Day!

Dates for our Rehearsals and Concerts!

Please pop these dates in your Diary!

MORDIALLOC
Mentone Girls Grammar, Lewty Hall. 11 Mentone Parade, Mentone.
Rehearsal Sunday 23rd of November (Times to be announced)
Saturday 6th of December at 2.00pm for Monday, Wednesday & Friday classes
Sunday 7th of December at 2.00pm for Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday classes
Adults Saturday 6th of December at 7.00pm.

ARMADALE & CAULFIELD
Wesley College, 577 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne.
Rehearsal Sunday the 30th of November (Times to be announced)
Concert Adults and Kids, Sunday the 14th of December 2.00pm

New Teachers

Glittery Tapping Wonderland is looking for a few extra teachers for our new studio!
She/He must be lovely and glittery, shine with nurturing and patient qualities
and be hilarious and smiley!
Also, must like pink and want to be involved in our kooky world!
She/He must be trained in one or more of these styles -
Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Hip Hop or anything else fabulous you may bring to us.
To be part of the Glittery Tapping Wonderland family please contact
Miss Lou Lou on 0414 719 515

Questions for the highly qualified Dr Lottie Prospect.

Dear Dr Lottie,
I wonder if you may have some expert advice for me.
I seem to be in a flurry every second of the day, rushing here, rushing there,
sometimes I catch a glimpse of myself in the mirror and I look like the Tasmanian Devil on a Bugs Bunny Cartoon.
My mind a race, my jaw is clenched, my teeth grind and my left eye constantly has an infuriating flitter.
Is there something I can do to help with my intense madness?
Signed Hysterical and Hallucinogenic.

Dear Hysterical and Hallucinogenic,

It seems to me that you are living life in the fast lane.
Do you drink a lot of coffee?
I have heard there is a very relaxing drink call “Red Bull” maybe you should try
substituting this for your daily intake of caffeine.
Stay clear of the mirror and all will be sunny.
Thank you for your manic letter.
Dr Lottie.

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Love from Miss Lou Lou xxx

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Bozo!! (Hello in New Caledonian!!)

Welcome to Term 2!
And a glamorous welcome to all our new Glittery families!
Term 2 is a super long term, get ready for a marathon!!

Happy Birthday to

Miss Zoe, Miss Mia, Mr. Julian, Miss Chloe, Miss Jenna, Miss Isabel, Miss Eve,
Miss Gabriella, Miss Katea, Miss Bridget, Miss Michelle, Miss Sarah, Miss Val,
Miss Nicola, Miss Aimee, Miss Maisie, Miss Penelope, Miss Tina, Miss Kim,
Miss Mae, Miss Eliza-Rose, Miss Debra, Miss Eliza, Miss Olivia, Miss Hannah,
Miss Sarah, Miss Ella, Miss Beth, Miss Laura, Miss Helen, Miss Katherine,
Miss Alex, Miss Tahlia, Miss Alison, Miss Meika, Miss Janine, Miss Jan,
Miss Georgia, Miss Kira, Miss Lisa, Miss Lucy, Miss Sasha, Miss Sarah,
Miss Bec, Miss Jazmine, Miss Jade, Miss Kim, Miss Mia, Miss Jordyn,
Miss Lauren, Miss Jenny, Miss Danielle, Miss Sarah, Miss Mia,
Miss Michelle and Miss Gaby!

Toy Cupboard

We have a lovely green toy cupboard in the foyer full of toys for entertaining siblings.
Please make sure you pack up the toys afterwards so that your gracious teacher isnÕ left with the mess!

Sultanas are Banned!

Just a little reminder….
Sultanas are banned from the Glittery Tapping Wonderland!!!
Mr. Steve painfully shampooed the Shag pile, so please refrain from feeding children Sultanas! Thanks!

Tee Shirts For Sale

Arriving soon will be a stack of glamorous Glittery Tapping Wonderland Tee shirts!
Short Sleeve T’s – $19.50
3/4 Sleeve T’s – $20.50
Long Sleeve T’s – $21.50

Glamorous Mums and Kids Try-Out Vouchers

Remember…If you have paid you or your child’s fees before the start of Term 2, you are entitled to 2 Try-out vouchers each to try out either-
~1 class of the same style for 2 consecutive weeks.
OR
~2 different class styles in the same week.
OR
~Bring a friend and Try-Out a new class together.
(Expires at the end of June 28th 2008, can only be used to try out a new class)

News and Yous

Did you know that Tap dancing alongside Ballet burns
the most Kilojoules per hour??!!

DANCE STYLE….60kg (Body weight)……80kg (Body Weight)
Tap Dancing…………….1205kjs………………..1607kjs
Ballet………………………1205kjs………………..1607kjs
Disco……………………….1130kjs………………..1506kjs
Ballroom………………….1130kjs………………..1506kjs
The Samba……………….753kjs………………..1004kjs
So after you have sweated off those 1205 to 1607 kjs, you can pop into the take-away on the way home and eat a couple of Hamburgers! (Joking!!!)

Junk food

Please make sure you children have had a substantial healthy breakfast or after school snack so they have the energy to sustain their dance classes.
Remember their body is their instrument and we have to keep it in good shape!
And yours too!
You could always black mail them!
“Eating your vegetables will make you dance really well!”
Or
“Miss Tinkebelle just LOVES Broccoli!”

End of year Explosion/Concert

I realize that it is only the beginning of Term 2…
But…time flies when you are having fun and the concert will be at our doorstep before we know it!
This years Theme is…

Cliches and other over-used sayings!

So if you have any great cliches please let us know!
We will be having a few changes to this year’s concert.
This year the 2 to 3.5 year old classes will perform a little dance for Mums, Dads, Grandmas and Grandpas at each classes studio/hall.
We find that the stage is a bit too overwhelming for the very little ones.
We have found in the past that the very little ones only become upset and don’t understand what is going on. We donÕ want to freak them out!!

Mordialloc Gliitery Tapping Wonderland will at Mentone Girls Grammar.
December 5th and 6th.
There will be an Adults show and 2 kids shows.
As there are quite a few classes these days, we will have to split the kids concert in two.
Monday, Wednesday and Friday’s classes will perform on Saturday afternoon.
Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday’s classes will perform on the Sunday afternoon.
Adults show will be on Saturday night.

Armadale & Caulfield Gliitery Tapping Wonderland will at Wesley College.
Date to be confirmed.
Caulfield & Armadale will be have Children & Adults altogether and will perform on a Sunday afternoon.

Costumes

It’s hard to keep the cost and hassle of costumes down, but we do try very hard to keep them simple yet bright & colorful.
Some parents like to jump in and help make the costumes, and some like to have them made by a seamstress (at their cost) or by grandma!
We will discuss within the class how to go about this inevitable process! Bits and pieces have to be purchased prior to Mid Year – So that they are finished!
We are now taking contributions of $25 for term 2 & 3 per costume, per child.
Any extra cost/surplus money will be extracted or refunded in term 4.

Dress Rehearsal

We have a dress rehearsal on the stage the weekend before the concert, each group is allotted a time and has 15 minutes on the stage to get used to the new surroundings.
We try and make it as family friendly as possible without too much stress, the show is not about a perfect dance, but about getting on stage showing off what you have learnt and above all, having fun!

Brand New Classes For Term 2

Mordialloc – Kids

Monday 6.30pm – Acrobatics – 9 to 14 yrs – great for boys!
With Miss Dynamite (Miss Kali)

Wednesday 12.30pm – Fairy Ballet – 3.5 to 5 yrs
With Miss Rainbow (Miss Katherine)

Wednesday 1.15pm – Funky Jazz – 3.5 to 5 yrs
With Miss Rainbow (Miss Katherine)

Wednesday 6.00pm – Ballet – 9 to 14 yrs
Miss Tinkerbelle (Miss Elana)

Friday 11.45am – Funky Jazz – 3.5 to 5 yrs
With Miss Wildfire (Miss Helen) – Great for Boys!

Friday 5.30pm – Hip Hop with Props! 9 to 14 yrs – great for boys!
With Mr. Troy – Cool moves with a hat, cane & chair!

Friday 6.30pm – Funk/Hip Hop Open 9 yrs +
With Mr. Troy

Saturday 10.45am – Intro Ballet & Funky Jazz – 5 to 7 yrs
With Miss Kitty (Miss Katrina)

Saturday 11.45am – Tap with Mum or Dad Ð5 to 7 yrs
With Miss Kitty (Miss Katrina)

Saturday 12.30pm – Funky Jazz – 8 to 10 yrs
With Miss Twinkle Toes (Miss Brianna)

Mordialloc – Adults

Monday 12.00 noon – Gentle Jazz
With Miss Elana

Monday 6.30pm – Absolute Beginners Tap
With Miss Brianna

Wednesday 1.00pm – Beginners Tap-ercise
With Miss Katherine

Wednesday 2.00pm – Funky Jazz
With Miss Katherine

Armadale – Kids

Monday 11.30am – Fairy Ballet & Funky Jazz – 2 to 3.5 yrs
With Miss Snowdrop (Miss Melanie)

Tuesday 11.00am – Fairy Dancing – 3 to 4 yrs
With Miss Honeycomb (Miss Lou Lou)

Tuesday 5.00pm – Funky Jazz & Acrobatics – 7 to 9 yrs
With Miss Dynamite (Miss Kali)

Friday 11.15am – Fairy Ballet & Funky Jazz – 4 to 5 yrs
With Miss Snowdrop (Miss Melanie)

Friday 5.00pm – Funky Jazz & Beginners Glittery Tap – 6 to 8 yrs
With Miss Kitty (Miss Katrina)

Armadale – Adults

Monday 12.30pm – Beginners Tap-ercise
With Miss Melanie

Friday 12.00noon – Beginners Funky Jazz
With Miss Melanie

Caulfield Sth – Adults

Tuesday 7.00pm – Beginners Tap-ercise
With Miss Bessie

Tuesday 8.00pm – Almost-Intermediate Tap
With Miss Bessie

Thursday 7.00pm – Intermediate Funk/Hip Hop
With Miss Kali

Thursday 8.00pm – Beginners Funk/Hip Hop
With Miss Kali

My Poppet

My Poppet is a brand new children’s boutique specializing in all things wonderful for the wee ones in our lives.
Miss Cinti has collected a wonderful range of clothing for newborns to 6 year olds that is absolutely one of a kind. You’ll find lovely handmade and one-off items, locally made with love, as well as things from places as far away as Denmark or Japan. Lots of old fashioned toys including lovely tea sets and handmade dolls.

And as a special offer to all Glittery Tapping Wonderland students, you will receive a 10% discount off Huggalugs when mentioning this newsletter!
What are Huggulugs you ask?
They are only the grooviest children’s leg and arm warmers around and will absolutely add a heap of fun to any dancing class, guaranteed! Available in lots of great colours to go with any of your dancing outfits, from classic pinks to funky animal prints.

My Poppet – wear play give
717 Glenhuntly rd, Caulfield South 3162
Phone: (03) 9528 5465
email: mypoppet@optusnet.com.au
web: www.mypoppet.com.au
blog: www.mypoppet.blogspot.com

Questions for the highly qualified
Dr Lottie Prospect.

Dear Dr Lottie,

Every time I go to my tap dancing classes, my false teeth clack uncontrollably, do you have any suggestions for this unfortunate problem? Signed Noisy and Embarrassed.
Signed Noisy and Embarrassed.

Dear Noisy and Embarrassed,

I feel your noisy habit shouldn’t be such a problem as there is bound to be a lot of clacking in a tap dancing class. My advice is to be brave and let your teeth clack in rhythm with your feet, be proud clack loud!
Thank you for your boisterous letter.
Dr Lottie.

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Love from Miss Lou Lou xxx

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Om shanti shanti shanty! (Hello in Balinese!)
Only 2 more weeks of Term 1 and we will on our Easter break!
Unglaublich! (Incredible in German!)
The weeks flew by this term, but there were only 8 weeks, so I guess it did fly by quickly!
Dance classes will be running on Labour Day!
Happy Birthday to
For January -
Miss Summer, Miss Grace, Miss Ginger, Miss Ebony, Miss Leonie, Miss Cassie,
Miss Tania, Miss Nicki, Miss Karen, Miss Aimee, Miss Caitlin, Miss Amelie,
Miss Lola, Miss Mollie, Miss Kristen, Miss Nikki, Miss Kaylene, Miss Annika,
Miss Rhianna, Mr. Jacob, Miss Charlotte, Miss Sue, Miss Pam, Miss Poppy,
Mr. Daniel, Miss Lulu, Miss Khoeby, Miss Hannah & Miss Emily, Miss Hannah,
Miss Ruby, Miss Grace, Miss Melissa, Miss Jaynelle, Miss Alissa,
Miss Danielle, Miss Anastasia, Miss Marjory, Miss Charlotte, Miss Alecia,
Miss Zarah, Miss Charlotte, Miss Sarah, Miss Emmy, Miss Isabella, Miss Belinda,
Miss Elise, Miss Dianne, Miss Karen, Miss Jacqui, Miss Rebecca, Miss Kirsty,
Miss Tia, Miss Tamzin, Mr. Cody, Miss Simone, Miss Paula, Miss Charlie,
Mr. Lachlan, Miss Mia and Mr. Troy!

Toy Cupboard
We have a lovely green toy cupboard in the foyer full of toys for entertaining siblings. Please make sure you pack up the toys afterwards so that your gracious teacher isn’t left with the mess!

Healthy Snacks and Drinks
We have loads of lovely snacks available for hungry and bored kids….
Just a little reminder…
Sultanas are banned from the Glittery Tapping Wonderland!!!
They are the hardest and ugliest things to remove from the shag pile!
Please donÕ give the kids food whilst they are dancing as they may choke on the food.
They keep leaving the floor for another mouthful …and we need to keep the dance floor clean!
Thanks!

Tee Shirts For Sale
If you are keen to order a Glittery Tapping Wonderland Tee shirt, please fill in the tee shirt list.

Glitterization Day
We had a fabulous Glitterization day on Saturday!
Over 40 pairs of shoes were Glitterized and several bottles of Champagne consumed!
If you are keen to Glitterize your shoes and missed out this time, we will be having another Glitterization Day in Term 2. (Date to be announced)

Term 2 – April 7th to June 28th
We are now taking names for Term 2.

It is extremely imperatively important that you let your gracious teacher know if you or your child is returning next term. We have a huge waiting list and of course, our lovely existing students get first preference!
We will need a $30 deposit to hold your place… or even better… you could pay for the term – saves a lot of mucking around!

If you pay your term 2 fees before the end of term 1, you will receive glamorous vouchers to try out new classes! (See below)
Please remember the multiple child/class discount applies only if you pay Before the end of the Holidays. (April the 5th)

Term 1 was only a measly and meager 8-week term, but term 2 is an extremely enormously elongated term of 12 weeks!
Term Fees will be $150
Multiple classes or children $120
Glamorous Mums Try-Out Vouchers
We have a lovely offer for all the Mums of the Children who are enrolling in term 2!
(We have noticed you looking on longingly, wishing you were doing it too!)
With your Child’s Term fees you will receive 2 Try-Out Vouchers.
You can Try-Out either-
~1 class of the same style for 2 consecutive weeks.
OR
~2 different class styles in the same week.
OR
~Bring a friend and Try-Out a new class together.
(Expires at the end of June 28th 2008, can only be used to try out a new class)

Glamorous Kids Try-Out Voucher
We also have a lovely offer for all the Children who are enrolling in term 2!
With your Child’s Term fees they will receive 2 Try-Out Vouchers for them. They can Try-Out either-
~1 class of the same style for 2 consecutive weeks.
OR
~2 different class styles in the same week.
OR
~Bring a friend and Try-Out a new class together.
(Expires at the end of June 28th 2008, can only be used to try out a new class)

Gracy’s Cafe
Fine Food – Divine Coffee
Open Friday late evening for Wine and Tapas!
21 Laura Street, Aspendale 3195. Ph: 9587 6456

Congratulations
To Rhys Batziris one of our fabulous Hip/Hop dancers who Won a gold medal at the Karate State championships for Sparring
And a Bronze medal in the team Kata!
Yahhooooeee!!

Story Time
Miss Lizzy one of our lovely Tap dancing Mums reads to children at Dymocks bookstore in Southland each Tuesday and Wednesday at 11am.
Membership is free and all members receive a 20% discount on all childrenÕ books on the day.

Brand New Classes

Term 2

MORDIALLOC – Kids

~Monday 6.30pm – Acrobatics – 9 to 14 yrs – great for boys!
With Miss Dynamite (Miss Kali)

~Tuesday 11.45am – Fairy Ballet & Funky Jazz – 3.5 to 5 yrs
With Miss Tinkerbelle (Miss Elana)

~Wednesday 12.30pm – Fairy Ballet – 3.5 to 5 yrs
With Miss Rainbow (Miss Katherine)

~Wednesday 1.15pm – Funky Jazz – 3.5 to 5 yrs
With Miss Rainbow (Miss Katherine)

~Wednesday 6.00pm – Beginners Glittery Tap & Funky Jazz – 6 to 8 yrs
Miss Rainbow (Miss Katherine)

~Friday 11.45am – Funky Jazz – 3.5 to 5 yrs
With Miss Wildfire (Miss Helen) – Great for Boys!

~Friday 5.30pm – Hip Hop with Props! 9 to 14 yrs – great for boys!
With Mr. Troy – Cool moves with a hat, cane & chair!

~Friday 6.30pm – Funk/Hip Hop Open 9 yrs +
With Mr. Troy

~Saturday 9.00am – Fairy Ballet & Fairy Tap – 3 to 4 yrs
With Miss Kitty (Miss Katrina)

~Saturday 9.45am – Glittery Tap & Funky Jazz – 5 to 7 yrs
With Miss Kitty (Miss Katrina)

~Saturday 10.45am – Intro Ballet & Funky Jazz – 5 to 7 yrs
With Miss Kitty (Miss Katrina)

~Saturday 11.45am – Glittery Tap with Mum or Dad- 5 to 7 yrs
With Miss Kitty (Miss Katrina)

~Saturday 12.30am – Funky Jazz – 8 to 10 yrs
With Miss Twinkle Toes (Miss Brianna)

~Saturday 1.30pm – Absolute-Beginners-Tap – Adults
With Miss Brianna

MORDIALLOC – Adults

~Monday 12.00 noon – Gentle Jazz
With Miss Elana

~Wednesday 12.30pm – Beginners Tap-ercise
With Miss Katherine

~Wednesday 2.00pm – Funky Jazz
With Miss Katherine

~Wednesday 6.00pm – Beginners Tap-ercise
Miss Katherine

~Saturday 1.30pm – Beginners Tap-ercise
With Miss Brianna

ARMADALE – Kids

~Monday 11.30am – Fairy Ballet & Funky Jazz – 2 to 3.5 yrs
With Miss Snowdrop (Miss Melanie)

~Tuesday 11.00am – Fairy Dancing – 3 to 4 yrs
With Miss Honeycomb (Miss Lou Lou)

~Tuesday 5.00pm – Funky Jazz & Acrobatics – 7 to 9 yrs
With Miss Dynamite (Miss Kali)

~Friday 11.15am – Fairy Ballet & Funky Jazz – 4 to 5 yrs
With Miss Snowdrop (Miss Melanie)

~Friday 5.00pm – Funky Jazz & Beginners Glittery Tap – 6 to 8 yrs
With Miss Kitty (Miss Katrina)

ARMADALE – Adults

~Monday 12.30pm – Beginners Tap-ercise
With Miss Melanie

~Friday 12.00noon – Beginners Funky Jazz
With Miss Melanie

CAULFIELD STH – Adults

~Tuesday 7.00pm – Beginners Tap-ercise
With Miss Kitty

~Tuesday 8.00pm – Almost-Intermediate Tap
With Miss Kitty

~Thursday 7.00pm – Intermediate Funk/Hip Hop
With Miss Kali

~Thursday 8.00pm – Beginners Funk/Hip Hop
With Miss Kali

Introducing our Gracious Teachers!

Miss Rainbow (Miss Katherine)
Mordialloc and Armadale – Kids Glittery Tap, Funky Jazz and Fairy Ballet.
Adults – Beginners Tap-ercise and Funky Jazz.

Miss Kitty (Miss Katrina)
Mordialloc and Armadale – Kids Glittery Tap and Funky Jazz.
Adults – Beginners Tap-ercise and Almost-Intermediate Tap.

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Farewell to Daphne Heather my gorgeous Grandmother “Ma”
She passed away last week at the age of 92.
Ma had movie star beauty, grace, style and glamour.
She was a positive influence on my whole family encouraging us to pursue artistic and creative lives.
She taught me to paint, cook and to always wear lipstick.
She will be so dearly missed.

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Bon jorno! Welcome!!

I hope you all had a very glamorous Christmas!
Congratulations to our 2007 Glittery Tapping Queen, Miss Narelle!
And congratulations to our 2007 Glittery Tapping King, Mr. Andrew!
2008 will be a fabulous sweaty year, so strap on your high heels
and get ready for an exciting year of dancing!

Happy Birthday to

For January -
Miss Lauren P, Miss Sophie, Miss Madison, miss Lauren B, Mr. Tristan,
Mr. Toby, Miss Janet, Miss Molly, Miss Tessa, Miss Elizabeth, Miss Emma,
Miss Charlotte, Miss Stephanie, Miss Niki, Miss Elise, Miss Janet G,
Miss Julie, Miss Georgia, Miss Bec, Miss Ella, Miss Ashleigh, Miss Charlie
Miss Kathleen, Miss Sarah, Miss Billie, Miss Sharon, Miss Amber,
Miss Lucy, Miss Susan, Mr. Remy, Miss Madison, Miss Tania, Miss Marija,
Miss Lauren S, Miss Janine, Miss Ann, Miss Sophia, Miss Nami, Miss Nicky,
Miss Mia, Miss Jess and Miss Madeline!

For February -
Mr. Max, Miss Viviana, Miss Alexandra, Miss Georgia, Miss Ronita, Miss Kirsten,
Miss Sharon, Miss Molly, Miss Skye, Miss Carolyn, Miss Charlotte,
Miss Mia, Miss Nikota, Miss Ruby, Miss Olivia, Miss Lena, Miss Liz,
Miss Olivia, Miss Louise, Miss Samantha, Miss Liisa, Miss Lucy, Miss Fiona,
Miss Elizabeth, Miss Jordan, Miss Ashton, Miss Nici, Miss Allyce,
Miss Jozey, Miss Sarah, Miss Helen, Miss Robyn, Miss Brianna and Miss Lisa!

Please note – if I have missed your birthday, it maybe that I haven’t received your enrolment form yet – sorry!

Three Glamorous Locations!

We all know our glittery Mordialloc studio, and a new addition of the Armadale hall, but over the holidays we have been able to get hold of another fabulous hall to teach from.
So now Glittery Tapping Wonderland will have three glamorous locations -
Mordialloc, Armadale and Caulfield South!

MORDIALLOC STUDIO – 2 Lamana Rd, Mordialloc.
ARMADALE – The Uniting Church, cnr Kooyong Rd & Clarendon St, Armadale.
CAULFIELD STH – The Anglican Church, 406 Kooyong Rd, Caulfield South.

Concert DVDs!

Yay! They are ready! Please see your teacher to pick them up.
If need to order one, please see Miss Lou Lou and we can order one for you.

Watering Can

We have a lovely green watering can sitting at the front door if any children would like to water our poor dry garden!
Maybe siblings looking for something to do could do a little watering!

Butts

Sitting outside we have a nifty yellow cigarette butt holder for anyone who needs a ciggy.
The local mechanics must stand around fagging on under our pink awning whilst we are not here leaving gross butts in our fairy garden, hopefully they will get the hint!
The fairies have just given up smoking – cold turkey and it is a bit cruel to tempt them with butts!

Toy Cupboard

We have a lovely green toy cupboard in the foyer full of toys for entertaining siblings. Please feel free to bring the toys in onto the shag pile to play with.
Please pack them afterwards!

Colouring In

There is a stack of colouring pages on the pink desk and recycled paper for drawing.
We also have some special books to keep their lovely artwork in afterwards!

Healthy Snacks and Drinks

Are available for hungry kids, perfect for when you are rushing after school, or fabulous for bored siblings.
The juices, milks and fruit cups are in the fridge.
First pay your teacher and they will give you a straw or a spoon.

Tee Shirts For Sale

We have an assortment of tee shirts, which can be purchased from our rack.
We are also taking orders if there isn’t a size that is right for you.
Tap Shoe bags, stickers and dance pants are also for sale.
Please see your gracious teacher if anything appeals!

Glitterization Day

If you are keen have glamorous and glittery shoes, we are having a Glitterization day!
When – Saturday the 1st of March at 3pm
Where – The Glittery Tapping Wonderland – 2 Lamana st Mordialloc.
What to bring – Your Tap shoes AND 3 vials of glitter
(Ask me about colours & combinations!)
Everything else will be provided.
$15 – to be pre paid.

Parking

Apologies in advance for the road work in Lamana St!
They are fixing our gutters, but why couldn’t they have done it over the holidays!
The best spots to park would be in Governor Rd.
Please refrain from parking in the other factory car parks, they get a bit cranky!

Armadale Nappies

Just a little reminder for all the lovely Armadale Mums…
Please pop any dirty nappies in the big bins outside, the Church has specifically asked me to mention not to put anything alien in the toilets or the sanitary disposal unit.
Thanks!

Term Fees

The Glittery Tapping Wonderland has a relaxed, creative and fun atmosphere, which is what you are attracted to and what keeps you coming back…
But to keep our nurturing and caring dance school running and so as we can pay our Gracious teachers, we have to follow a fee structure.

Term Fees – Paying the term fees ensures that you/your child has a place in the class.
We know who will be coming each week and we can control how many there are in class.
Term Fees keep the class running on time, as the teacher doesn’t have to deal with casual fees.

Casual Payments – Must be paid prior to you or your child entering the class.
Please hand you teacher an envelope with all the details filled out and $15 enclosed, please mention to your teacher if you need change!

Try Out Classes – $15 to be paid prior to entering class. If your child is shy, it may take 2 or 3 classes before they become involved, there is a lot to look at and take in, once they are involved, you can pay the balance of the term.

Make-up Classes – If you or your child are unwell or are going to miss a class you are welcome to do a make-up class.
Please call Miss Lou Lou PRIOR to the class to let her know so we can work out where you can fit in.

-Make-up classes must be made up in the same term.
-If we are not notified we cannot offer a make-up class.

-Please ensure you have paid your Term fees in full by the 2nd week.
(Unless prior arrangements have been made with Miss Lou Lou)

-If the fees haven’t been paid by the 3rd week you will receive a “Friendly reminder”
(Also known as an invoice)

After 4th week a $25 overdue fee will be incurred for each Term payment not paid.

Envelopes- Please fill in an envelope with all your details (name & class etc) pop your cash or cheque into the envelope (Your teacher can give you change before you seal the envelope) and hand it to your teacher so she can mark you into the roll book.

-If paying by credit card or Eftpos, OUR receipt needs to go into the envelope.

So that the class runs to time to pay your fees, please arrive 5 minutes earlier if you for the 1st class, or wait 5 minutes after the 2nd class.

-To receive the discount for the second class or child, fees need to be paid in full prior to the commencement of the Term. Thank you for your understanding.

Introducing our Gracious Teachers!

Miss Honeycomb (Miss Lou Lou)
Mordialloc and Armadale – Kids Fairy Tap.
Adults – Not-so-Beginners-Tap thru to Advanced Tap.

Miss Tinkerbelle (Miss Elana)
Mordialloc – Kids Fairy Ballet, Ballet, Funky Jazz & Glittery Tap.
Adults – Gentle-Jazz & Beginners Funky Jazz Absolute-Beginners Tap

Miss Wildfire (Miss Helen)
Mordialloc – Kids Funky Jazz.
Adults – Intermediate Funky Jazz & Stretch

Miss Twinkle Toes (Miss Brianna)
Mordialloc – Kids Fairy Ballet & Intermediate Glittery Tap
Adults – Absolute-Beginners Tap thru to Advanced Tap.

Miss Cherry Blossom (Miss Jojo)
Mordialloc Adults Not-So-Beginners-Tap.

Miss Hummingbird (Miss Tracey)
Mordialloc – Kids Drama and Singing.

Mr. Downtown (Mr. Troy)
Mordialloc – Kids and Teens Hip Hop.
Adults – Hip Hop.

Miss Starlight (Miss Kim)
Mordialloc – Kids Funky Jazz and Not-So-Beginners-Tap

Miss Dynamite (Miss Kali)
Armadale – Kids Funky Jazz & Acrobatics
Mordialloc & Armadale Adults Funk/Hip Hop.

Miss Snowdrop (Miss Melanie)
Armadale – Kids Fairy Ballet, Baby Jazz & Absolute-Beginners Tap.
Adults Beginners Tap and Funky Jazz.

Miss Sweetpea (Miss Bessie)
Armadale – Kids Funky Jazz and Tap
Adults Absolute-Beginners-Tap and Intermediate Tap.

Gracy’s Cafe

Fine Food – Divine Coffee
Open Friday late evening for Wine and Tapas!
21 Laura Street, Aspendale 3195. Ph: 9587 6456

Questions for the highly qualified
Dr Lottie Prospect.

Dear Dr Lottie,

I have a recurring problem that I am hoping you can help me with.
I attend tap dancing classes on a Tuesday evening and every single time, without fail, when we practice our Time Steps, my underwear rides way, way up.
It is a very annoying and uncomfortable problem and I feel extremely embarrassed and exceedingly conspicuous if I attempt to adjust them as we are dancing in front of enormous mirrors.
I have tried several types of underwear from seamless to boy leg, bikini brief and even non-bikini brief.

Do you have a solution to this very excruciating problem?
Signed Chafed and Comfortless.
Dear Chafed and Comfortless,

Have you tried not wearing any underwear?
My Husband swears by it.
Thank you for your agonizing letter.
Dr Lottie.

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Dr. Lotties Health Corner!

Love from Miss Lou Lou xxx
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Miss Brianna, Miss Neroli, Miss Amanda, Miss Tess, Miss Casey, Miss Natalie and Miss Elise!

Our Glamorous Teachers opening the show at 2010 Concert!

"Generals and Majors" by XTC

The teachers Ballet

Miss Natalie, Miss Sarah, Miss Amanda and Miss Casey!

Miss Elise, Miss Natalie and Miss Sarah!

Miss Natalie, Miss Sarah, Miss Brianna, Miss Elise and Miss Casey!

Dr. Lottie and the Professor preparing for their item!

Dr. Lottie and The Professor doing "The Hip Hop"

Dr. Lottie and The Professor.

Dr. Lottie and the Gerri Crew!

The Professor fell off the stage!

The Gerri Crew!