AHHHH!!! I am finally settled in Abu Dhabi! After spending some time in Atlanta and not finding a day job I looked into going overseas and here I am! I have been teaching dance lessons with a partner for about a month now. It is amazing how quickly I have become involved in the Salsa scene here.
Starting this Tuesday I will be teaching lessons "Salsa Queen Style" and I am VERY excited about this! It has been a LONG time and I am ready to get started. A colleague if mine will be teaching Zumba following my lesson and I am looking forward to taking part in her class.
The dancing here is GREAT!!! There are so many wonderful leaders with different styles. I have really enjoyed myself so far.
I need to update my website and the information on this page but it will not be today. Today my husband and I are heading to Al Ain to visit my sister!
Updated blog and website to follow!!!
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Closing Up Shop in Myrtle Beach
I have officially closed up shop in Myrtle Beach. After getting married and moving to Charlotte I was hoping to stay involved from a distance. I have two amazing people to thank for collaborating with me Miriam and Johnny. They were so easy to work with and I was able to trust them with so much. We made a good team and I consider myself blessed to have worked with them. It is rare to be involved in business with people who share your vision and that you can trust and count on. I learned this lesson over and over again while trying to get things off the ground in Myrtle Beach.
It never was my intention when I moved to Myrtle Beach to start anything related to dance. I came home from Korea to do my Master's degree and then leave the country once again. It was because of my love of Latin dance that I started trying to get something started in Myrtle Beach where there was nothing going on. I feel we made a good run of it. I also know from the time I was there that folks are living in the area that will be more than happy to fill the space left by Salsa Queen Productions.
It seems that my original intention for returning to the States has happened. I will be moving to Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates in August. And yes, there is Latin dancing there and I am currently in the process of getting an Artist Collective started and will be teaching dance there :)
Thank you to everyone who supported the efforts I made in South Carolina. It warms my heart :) I will be back in a few years I am sure of it :)
It never was my intention when I moved to Myrtle Beach to start anything related to dance. I came home from Korea to do my Master's degree and then leave the country once again. It was because of my love of Latin dance that I started trying to get something started in Myrtle Beach where there was nothing going on. I feel we made a good run of it. I also know from the time I was there that folks are living in the area that will be more than happy to fill the space left by Salsa Queen Productions.
It seems that my original intention for returning to the States has happened. I will be moving to Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates in August. And yes, there is Latin dancing there and I am currently in the process of getting an Artist Collective started and will be teaching dance there :)
Thank you to everyone who supported the efforts I made in South Carolina. It warms my heart :) I will be back in a few years I am sure of it :)
Sunday, November 8, 2009
New Roads
On September 19, 2009 I married Ryan Sawhill in Charlotte, NC. I am living there now and have tied up loose ends in Myrtle Beach. An amazing instructor has taken over the classes at In Shape Studio and I have heard only good things about him so far. The Latin Dance Nights are still going on at 2001 Nightclub thanks to a wonderful team called Johnny and Miriam!!! Ramon Gil will be giving a workshop this month, continuing with the workshops we started doing over the summer.
It has been an amazing journey and I am happy that I got to experience what I did in Myrtle Beach. I am beginning to think that the community that has been started is in good hands and I can finally let go. It has been quite a transition.
I am looking at this new chapter in my life with excitement and expectation. We shall see where this new road takes me :)
It has been an amazing journey and I am happy that I got to experience what I did in Myrtle Beach. I am beginning to think that the community that has been started is in good hands and I can finally let go. It has been quite a transition.
I am looking at this new chapter in my life with excitement and expectation. We shall see where this new road takes me :)
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Big Changes for Salsa Queen Productions!
If you have been a student or friend of mine you will know that my life is one dynamic change after another. Luckily, over this past year these changes have been beautiful. I have had yet another beautiful opportunity for change because I am getting married! In September I will be marrying the perfect guy for me. This brings big changes to my life and for Salsa Queen Productions.
I have run into a number of people who seem to think that because I am marrying and moving to Charlotte that I will not be doing things here at the beach. These people do not know me well. Most folks have no idea how hard I have had to work to get even the parties going successfully every two Saturdays, much less maintain a class roster for dance lessons during the week. Anyone who has created something that has potential would not just walk away. I am one of those people who doesn't just walk away.
I have a very understanding and supportive fiancé. We talk about everything including the work I have done here at the beach. So, I will be teaching lessons Mondays and Tuesdays for 3 weeks every month starting in October. I have a team of people working with me on the Latin Dance Nights so they will continue. I am also going to be involved in two very big, high profile events as a performer and organizer. So, just because I am marrying and moving doesn't mean I am dropping everything.
I am looking forward to being in Charlotte where I can take dance lessons myself and begin expanding what I already know. Anyone who is a teacher and wants to be a good one, knows that you are always learning yourself even as you are teaching. I got into this because I love dance and I love teaching.
Keep your eyes open for the new classes. I am also looking at adding a bit more flavor to the Latin Dance Nights. Be prepared for seeing a lot more of what Latin Dance has to offer!
I have run into a number of people who seem to think that because I am marrying and moving to Charlotte that I will not be doing things here at the beach. These people do not know me well. Most folks have no idea how hard I have had to work to get even the parties going successfully every two Saturdays, much less maintain a class roster for dance lessons during the week. Anyone who has created something that has potential would not just walk away. I am one of those people who doesn't just walk away.
I have a very understanding and supportive fiancé. We talk about everything including the work I have done here at the beach. So, I will be teaching lessons Mondays and Tuesdays for 3 weeks every month starting in October. I have a team of people working with me on the Latin Dance Nights so they will continue. I am also going to be involved in two very big, high profile events as a performer and organizer. So, just because I am marrying and moving doesn't mean I am dropping everything.
I am looking forward to being in Charlotte where I can take dance lessons myself and begin expanding what I already know. Anyone who is a teacher and wants to be a good one, knows that you are always learning yourself even as you are teaching. I got into this because I love dance and I love teaching.
Keep your eyes open for the new classes. I am also looking at adding a bit more flavor to the Latin Dance Nights. Be prepared for seeing a lot more of what Latin Dance has to offer!
Monday, July 6, 2009
Information Updated
I have finally updated the information for the services I offer!!! It sure has become extensive :)
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Latin Dance Exploding!!!
I have been soooo remiss about updating my blog and I am sorry!!! So much has been happening over the past couple of months that it has taken me a moment to catch my breath.
I have just completed my first full month teaching at InShape Studio. It has been AMAZING!!! My class sizes have doubled and in some cases, tripled. I have an ethusiastic, fun, lovely group of students who have moved from beginner to intermediate.
The explosion in my classes was the result of a beautiful article written in the Sun News by Aliana Ramos. I am so grateful to her for approaching me to interview for the article and the word magic she wove.
I have hosted two wonderful parties at 2001 Nightclub and it looks like things will only get better!! My friend and fellow instructor, Christian from Wilimington NC, are joining forces. We will be offering a series of workshops starting in July called the "Summer Passion Series". I will be posting more information for that event soon.
I have to study, pick up a recommendation letter, get to a meeting and teach class so I need to get off the internet.
Thank you for checking in and I will be adding more updates soon!!
I have just completed my first full month teaching at InShape Studio. It has been AMAZING!!! My class sizes have doubled and in some cases, tripled. I have an ethusiastic, fun, lovely group of students who have moved from beginner to intermediate.
The explosion in my classes was the result of a beautiful article written in the Sun News by Aliana Ramos. I am so grateful to her for approaching me to interview for the article and the word magic she wove.
I have hosted two wonderful parties at 2001 Nightclub and it looks like things will only get better!! My friend and fellow instructor, Christian from Wilimington NC, are joining forces. We will be offering a series of workshops starting in July called the "Summer Passion Series". I will be posting more information for that event soon.
I have to study, pick up a recommendation letter, get to a meeting and teach class so I need to get off the internet.
Thank you for checking in and I will be adding more updates soon!!
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Bad News First...Good News To Follow
FIRST...the bad news
It is with much saddness that I write to inform you that the Caribbean Bar and Grill will be closing its doors. Daphne, the owner, is a wonderful, warm hearted, passionate woman who was willing to give Latin Dance a good chance here on the beach. It was her fearless support and encouragement that made it possible for Latin Dance lovers to have a space here on the Grand Strand. It is with deep gratitude and love that I say, "Thank You" to her.
SECOND...the good news
EXCITING NEWS!!!! When one door closes, another opens and this one is in the form of one of the most well established venues in the Myrtle Beach area, 2001 Nightclub!!! Yes, the Latin dance parties will be moving to 2001Nightclub in early June! I want to do this right so please be patient.
More Information to follow very soon!!!
It is with much saddness that I write to inform you that the Caribbean Bar and Grill will be closing its doors. Daphne, the owner, is a wonderful, warm hearted, passionate woman who was willing to give Latin Dance a good chance here on the beach. It was her fearless support and encouragement that made it possible for Latin Dance lovers to have a space here on the Grand Strand. It is with deep gratitude and love that I say, "Thank You" to her.
SECOND...the good news
EXCITING NEWS!!!! When one door closes, another opens and this one is in the form of one of the most well established venues in the Myrtle Beach area, 2001 Nightclub!!! Yes, the Latin dance parties will be moving to 2001Nightclub in early June! I want to do this right so please be patient.
More Information to follow very soon!!!
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