Felicity's Dance Fitness Club Hawkes Bay

Fundraiser for Christchurch Earthquake

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Check out more photos on my site. www.felicitysdancingline.co.nz

Huge success thanks to everyone who put in time money attendance donations etc. check out website

line dance and zumba classes at Askerne Winery with Freddy & Friends

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What a fabulous concert. I wasn't really sure what to expect, you know wannabe Elvis, Tina Turner and Freddy Mercury. But what great entertainers. I had a blast.
About 17 of us went to the concert at Askerne Winery. We danced the whole time. I loved Tina the best. My era of music. The others enjoyed Freddy the most.
The venue was magic. So easy to get there and get home, especially when you get a lift. But what a comfortable concert area.

Check out the photo. I look surprised. I think it was when I put my hand on Freddys tummy and ooooo...

Check out my updated website www.felicitysdancingline.co.nz

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I am excited about the changes to my website. If you have ideas about extra content that could be added, let me know. This web site is for you. It is to give you information about line dancing and Zumba Fitness. If you have any action photos of any of my classes, please send them to me and I can add them to my web site.
Many thanks to you all you have given your support over the years.

Also give me your ideas on activities that could be added to our classes.

Busy Christmas new year period

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Just come back from Zumba Fitness training in Auckland. Did the level 2 course and also went to the ZIN day. What a fantastic time. Met and had my photo taken with one of the hugest most famous Zumba Instructor Tanya Beardsley. She is on many of the Zumba Fitness DVD's. She is awesome. Very positive and inspiring. There are going to be new things happening this year with Zumba Gold. Really exciting and something that I really really enjoy. Zumba Gold Toning. Toning is exactly what we need as we get older as we lose strength and muscle tone. Not to mention keeps us fit and toned.

Back into classes this week. 20th Jan 2011. Thursday 10am. New dances. Yay.

Check out these photos from xmas party in Hastings

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Lunch at Scholars Restaurant Wednesday end of November 2010

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These photos are on the last day for 2010 Monday dance class

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Melbourne holiday

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had an awesome time in Melbourne. Went shopping oh yes and shopping and shopping and also shopping. But we also went to see to fantastic shows. Hairspray, which was electric from start to finish. So much colour dance music and technology. The next night we went to Mary Poppins. Really really great. Fantastic cast scenery singing dancing and costumes. Both so different but so wonderful. We also had amaaazing food.
Went to Zumba Fitness 3 nights and looovved the classes. Kim, who said she didn't want to try Zumba is now doing it 5 days a week.

Facebook

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You can now find me on facebook. Also I made a group just for dancing. So if you join it will only have dancing news and only dancing people. Please comment or whatever you do and then I can learn to use it.

Holiday at Labour Weekend

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Hi Guys

Remember we have the week off following Labour Weekend. I hope you enjoy your long weekend. I will be thinking of you. Here is a link you might be interested in.
http://64293.zumba.com/

pretty in pink in awareness of breast cancer month

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Well we certainly were very pink. It looked really great. So much pink. We danced many pink related dances. Didn't we?! There were some lovely outfits and some great thought put into them. "A white sports coat and a pink carnation"

Holiday at Labour Weekend

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There will be no dancing at Labour weekend. Also the following week there will be no dancing. These dates are : Wednesday 27th, Friday 29th October. Also no Zumba on Thursday 28th October.
Any queries you can comment on this blog or email me through my website. http://www.felicitysdancingline.co.nz/

Pizza Day at Mary's for Taradale Wednesday Class

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We had a fun time at Mary's home. Mary and her husband Graham put on an exceptional lunch. Mary prepared all the pizza dough ready for each of us to roll on to our pizza tray to go straight into the pizza oven. Graham did the cooking and it is a very hot job. He cooked our delicious pizzas to perfection. Mary had prepared so many fillings that we were spoiled for choice. There must have been 30 different toppings. Yummy. She also made her very special fruit flans which are a wonderful treat. These were served with 2 kinds of icecream. Mary had placed small tables around her beautiful garden with flowers and candles and tablecloths. We sat under umbrellas and awnings and the weather was so warm it was amazing. Well done to Mary and Graham. Very special. She then topped it off with tea and coffee and individual lavender bags to take home. We all took a small plate of sweets to go with the coffee. More dancing is now needed to get rid of excess baggage around the tum tum.

Australian Instructor John Bishop in Napier

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It was a great night at the Napier RSA. John Bishop was in New Zealand for clogging and decided to make a stopover in Napier. His group did clogging with our Hawkes Bay dancers and also entertained us with some fabulous clogging themselves.

We also line danced of course. Alot. He taught 3 dances. A waltz 'Morning has broken' an easy fun dance 'Hello Dolly' (which I have already taught in 2 of my classes). Have to say I can't remember the other dance. The dance sheets will appear on my website.

Zumba Free Class

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Zumba is going great. We are learning new dances and everyone is doing so well. Zumba is easy and it is different. It is so nice to exercise a little differently and really enjoy it. Physically and aerobically you get a better workout than line dancing. With line dancing you get a lighter workout but you have to use your brain so much more which makes line dancing challenging.
It has been proven that dancing is such a great way to exercise because you are learning and moving at the same time.
If you bring a friend to Zumba - you and your friend get the class free. This is a great way to see if you or your friend like the class.
I have booked Scholars Restaurant for Wednesday 24th November 12pm for lunch. I will have a notice in class for names for booking purposes. This is a great meal especialy for the price. Price not known yet. The students at the EIT put their new skills to work to put on an exceptional banquet.
Please use the comments page at class. I am given mental notes to remember but I get so many that it goes in one ear and out the other. Hole in my head.
Happy Happy Dancing (great dances at the moment)

Anna's Last Day

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On Wednesday 22 July we had a farewell morning tea for Anna. She and her husband have gone to Australia to be with family etc. (Hope you like the etc part Anna). We had a lovely morning but it was very hard to see her go.

There is definitely a gap in Wednesday and Monday class. Timing is improving though. It is funny how missing one person can change the dynamics of a classs. The back rows have definitely stepped up to the mark. Wonderful.

Scone Day next Friday 21st May at Line Dancing

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Next Friday we are having a scone with Jam and Cream. mmmmm.. yum. John at the Hibernian Club makes great scones. For a scone and tea or coffee it is $5 per person. Great value. Look forward to seeing you all there.
Also Hastings Operatic Society is putting on a show which is supposed to be pretty good called Musical Journey 26th - 28th May 8pm and 29th May 2pm & 8pm $25 per ticket includes light refreshments. Where: Aubyn Theatre, 815 St Aubyn Street W, Hastings

Zumba Photos

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We have now done four classes. Great effort to everyone. We will slowly pick up the routines but so far everyone has progressed so well. Each week we are getting new participants and I have had really good feedback. Thank you to you all.

Here are some photos. I am not a great photographer, I don't take enough time. Doesn't matter though.

First Zumba Class

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What an awesome morning. Everyone was buzzing, especially me. Thank you to the 100 odd people who turned up for my first class. What a party! We had fun and also lost some weight and got fitter. How good is that. One lady described the class as better than ... (use your imagination).
Can't wait for the next Zumba Class.

Doug and Jackie Miranda

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There were over 20 of us from each of my 3 dance classes that went to this show. It was fabulous and well worth more than the $25. We had a bar meal and enjoyed each others company.

Here are some photos

Art deco at dancing

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We danced a bit of swing and brought back some older dances. It was fun.

Everyone got into the Art Deco theme or put on a skirt for dancing. Great effort by all. Fantastic. Everyone looked amazing.

We are back to dancing Woo Hoo

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Great first day back. We had a mini social and everyone coped very well in the heat. Learnt a new dance from the recent Jackie and Doug Miranda workshop (Just a Dream). Over the next few weeks we will learn some more. Great crowd turned up and it was great to get together with everyone.

Looking forward to starting all my classes.

See you on the dance floor.

Classes for 2010

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Monday - Heretaunga Club 10am cnr Hastings and Victoria Streets

Wednesday - Taradale snr Citz Hall 10am in Service lane behind main centre shops

Friday - Hibernian Club 10am cnr Eastbourne and Nelson Streets

Starting with social 10am Friday 29th January Hibernian Club

School holidays to be advised as sometimes we dance through them

more photos of xmas 2009

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Christmas Party 2009

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We had an awesome time. Thanks to you all.

Happy New Year

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We are half way through January and I have just got home from my holiday in Melbourne.
We went for nearly three weeks (Ray & I). Met mum and Kim at Kim's home when they got off the cruise. We spent New year with them and then mum went home.
I have some hilarious photos of new year (they are on my other computer) might share them with you later.
You would have loved new year. Right up your guys alley. Rock and roll through the ages. Plenty of dancing. Ray danced all night. Can't believe it. It was fun to watch. He asked lots.
We saw a huge amount of Melbourne, by car, by foot, by bike train and bus. We only used the bus and train once but had to try it. We walked probably 20km a day in the first week. Then biked many kms in the 35 degree heat. Loved it. Also swam in the sea by Kim (which was only a 5 minute walk) Beautiful clear warm water and soft white sand. Miss that.
Kim took us marathon shopping. Miss that. Also marathon eating at the Crown Casino. Couldn't eat for two days. Seafood yumm. Dessert yuuummmm.

Emilys Challenge

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Emily won. Yes she won her challenge. She is the winner or the biggest loser. Emily won by so much. She did really well.
The prize was a weekend for two to Chataeu Tongariro all expenses paid and a years membership at the Pettigrew Arena Gym for 2. She has given away one of the memberships to a guy in the competition who couldn't afford to go to the gym. He was so greatful.
Emily has continued on with her own challenge and is continuing to lose weight. It is a great effort that she is putting in. Ray and I and the extended family are very proud of her. She is looking beautiful.

more photos of Taradale Breakup

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dancing breakup

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The last day of dancing on Friday 9th Dec was excellent. The requests were great and the dancing was hot. The christmas carol singing was exceptional.

The Hibernian Club put on a great lunch which was such good value. We had a lovely time.

I hope you all have a wonderful christmas and new year. See you then.

In Taradale we had a beautiful morning tea. You are all wonderful cooks. (oh and dancers).

At the Heretaunga Club, we had a fast and furious dance session as usual and then went on to '@ ease' for a cuppa and enjoyed each others company.

Thank you to everyone for my christmas gift. I so appreciate it. You are all too much. I am humbled.

Once again, have a lovely christmas and new year. Enjoy your families.

more photos of lunch and dates to remember

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Last days for dancing this year 2009 are:

7 December 2009 Monday

9 December 2009 Wednesdaywhere to go for lunch to be decided

11 December 2009 Friday shared morning tea all welcome

combined lunch on 11 Dec at the Hibernian Club after dancing class. so far 40 dancers will be there

Spring lunch at my home

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We had a beautiful sunny day. Amazing considering the weather that we have had. We had a wonderful turnout of dancers come together to enjoy dancing and a delicious lunch. We have some great cooks.
You should think about posting a recipe on this blog. Just click on comments. Write your recipe and sign in by clicking anonymous.
Anyway, it was a special day. We were very lucky that Anna Jarvis came to sing for us. She has got a gorgeous voice, she left us wanting more.
We are a very special group of people, from all walks of life who come together and enjoy life and each other, this makes me a very lucky person to have you all in my life.

Check out the photos of the day. (coming soon)

Topp Twins

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What a special treat it was to go to see the Topp Twins. They were excellent entertainers and kept us amused for two and a half hours. Very clever. Their singing was beautiful.

Thirteen of our group went out for dinner first at Breakers. The meal was great. Haven't been there for a while (Napier) and I thought it was great value and the meals on the night were fantastic. The service was great and they put us in the Masonic Room. Which is a small area divided from the public but we could still be amongst them.

It was a very lovely evening. The company superb.

Lunch at Off The Track Restaurant

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What a lovely day we had today. We couldn't complain about the meals. The only thing was they were huge. Service was great too. Easy payment system.

There were 28 of us who went and the company was excellent. We were seated at two long tables but because we were situated away from other diners we could easily mix and mingle. Also the atmosphere was great. We stayed there until after 3 and felt very comfortable. We weren't hurried out so we could talk a while.

It was really lovely I enjoyed it and I have had so many positive comments. Thank you all.

Mum and I then went over to West Quay in Ahuriri to view John Lancashire's art exhibition. I think it is on for this week only. If you are interested you could phone the art gallery. This is Johns first exhibition and I was really surprised. I loved some of his art. I love his colours. Mum has got one of his paintings in her home.

Learners progress

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I wish I had time to create another class for the learners to carry on. But the next step is to move on to one of my other classes.

Friday is the perfect next step. The level never goes above Beginner. There are not too many turns and the speed of the dances is slow to moderate.

Wednesday class is from learner level dances to intermediate dances. I have many people who start from scratch in this class and they progress well. I have one lady at the moment who has only had a couple of lessons. She is doing great.

Monday level is beginner dances to intermediate. Mainly intermediate. We do faster dances as well. Excellent workout.

Friday and Wednesday are excellent workouts as well. For my level of fitness Monday is great.

Another 4 week block learners class

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I have decided to do another 4 week block learners class.

Starting 28 October and finishing 18 Novemeber 2009

this will take us nearly to the end of the year.

Other classes finish the week starting 5 December 2009

I have decided not to take the Wednesday off before Labour weekend.

Lunch on 8 October at 'Off the Track'

We can all be on separate accounts. The waitress will give us all individual numbers and you order on that number and pay on that number. Very good idea. Very efficient.

Have a happy dancing week and tap those toes and feel the beat. Now there could be another song and dance.

cheers

Felicity

PS photo is of Annette Rowe while we were entertaining at Voguehave Resthome

Remember your water

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Hey it's really important at this time of the year to increase your fluid intake especially when you are dancing and exercising.

Sometimes we wonder why we are so tired or have trouble concentrating or our muscles might be tight or sore. Usually it is because we are not drinking enough water.

Water flushes so many toxins from the body. It is a great opportunity at dancing to drink more and feel better.

New class going great

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The new learners class is progressing well. They have even learnt a waltz that I have taught to Friday and Monday class.

We have a lunch coming up at 'Off the Track' and Lunch and Dancing in Felicitys garden.

See me for details.

Have been to Wellington to a Line dance workshop with Gordon Elliott from Aussie. Learnt 9 new dances. I have only taught one so far. I have to wait until you guys catch up to me anyway.

This weekend went to Auckland for Ray. Not sure if I'm coming or going.

The garden is awesome at the moment isn't it. Goes with our wonderful weather.

Low Fat Gluten Free No Sugar Muffins

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I'm sure we will all be into these. What could be better. No Fat No Sugar Yahoo!!

Fruit Muffins No added fat or Sugar

100g stoneless dates
3/4 C water
1/2 t baking soda
1 t vanilla essence
2 eggs
1 C ground almonds
1 C Bakels gluten free healthy baking mix
1 chopped banana
1 C frozen cranberries
12 almonds for decoration

Boil dates in water. bring to boil, take off heat and while still hot add baking soda until dissolved and leave to cool. Place date mix into mixer until pulped add vanilla and eggs and combine.
Add ground almonds and mix. Add flour mix gently.
Add banana and cranberries. Mix gently.
Bake 160 degrees 40 minutes. GF mix best cooked at lower temperature for longer

Quiz night for Daffodil Day

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Hey Joy. Hope everyone reads your comments. See Hi Joan comment.
We did have a bit of fun, even if we left some of our brains at home. We did really well considering how hard the questions were. A bit serious really. Our other team WillowG8 did a lot better than us. They looked terrific too. But Barry, we thought we would let you win this time.

I had trouble with my camera so I will wait for Mary to send me some photos of our two teams. We were very brightly adorned and so was our table thanks to Joy. Our team was called the Banana Splits and our table was decorated to fit the theme. WillowG8 also put in a great effort too.
Team Banana Splits-Sue Bird, Judy R, Joy M, Annette R and Amanda
Team WillowG8 -Mary & Barry J, Gay & Bill H, Helena & Don DeB, (couple of school teachers!! ay Barry)
thanks to Don and Bill and Barry and Amanda for joining our line dancing teams. Great stuff.

Cheers
Felicity

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Hi Joan

Yes, it was such a lovely day at dancing in Taradale today. Love worth waiting for is a great dance. I have another sort of Rock and Rolly dance to teach soon. I noticed today how well you have improved. You know you haven't been coming thaaaat long.

Wow your Irises are early aren't they? What colour.

What an awesome day weather wise. 22 degrees

Woo Hoo

Great couple of weeks of line dancing

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Hi all you happy dancers

Good to hear from you Annie.

Annie says hi to everyone and she will be back at dancing when she has finished all of her studying. She has started taking ante-natal classes. Good luck Annie.

She misses line dancing and especially misses everyone at dancing.

We have had really great numbers on a Friday. The most we have had for a couple of years. Wednesday had a couple of small classes due to so many away on overseas holidays or a couple of weeks away in NZ. The overseas holidays sound amazing. I wish you people would add your holiday adventures on this blog. Also you guys who are about to go, tell us all about where you are going. These trips sound so exciting. I wish I was going too.

Photo is of my garden over winter. All the daffodils are out now nearly finished 7 varieties and I see some freesias are out. The roses are starting to leaf. Oh how I love spring. It is coming.

Have a great week.

Felicity

Hi Judy

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I thought I would find a nice photo of you Judy seen as you have commented on my blog. Thanks for your nice comments. This photo is a Taradale Class

Art deco bootscooters birthday weekend

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We who went to this had a wonderful time. Dancing dancing dancing. Friday night was jungle theme and here is Colleen Mcgettigan she even got down on the floor like a cat. She is fit.

Whats coming up?

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I am organising a trip to see the Topp Twins at the Napier Municipal Theatre on 1 Nov 09. It is a 7pm and I thought we could go for dinner first. Haven't decided where yet. Will decide when I get numbers in. We have started to get a few names in already.

Also, the National Bank is having a Fun Quiz night at the Napier RSA on Wednesday 26 August. Teams of 6 $60.00 this includes a small supper and prizes. Also there is a charity auction. This is in aid on Daffodil Day. Anyone interested. I have suggested to Ray that he gets a team from work and we can beat them. Of course.

Anyway reply to my Blog. I don't update it because no one comments back to me. So sad. Not. Ha Ha Ha.

The photo is when a group of us line dancers went to the Lavender Farm in Waiohiki

for lunch and a tour.

Happy New Year

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Well here we are in 2009. Isn't the weather amazing. I am just loving being on holiday in this weather.

I had a wonderful xmas. Xmas day was great. We all dressed up and had a competition who was the most outrageous. We were really weird. It was great. We had alot of fun. We sang and played secret santa and badminton. We had some friends over for lunch. Don't know what they thought of us but a friend of mine came over and wasn't surprised.

For New Years Eve, Ray and I were shouted a night at the Crown in Napier. We had a lovely time. Went out dancing and a show. And watched the world pass by from our balcony.

Emily has been home since xmas. Kim came over from Melbourne and the whole of my family and mum and Kim and partner went to Mahia on xmas eve to take Dad's ashes. It was exactly one year since he passsed. It was a really great day and we met up with Dad's kids as well. Lovely day.

It has been great having Emily home. We are getting on really well. She has decided to do a few arty projects while she home. She hasn't been bored yet.

Sam started his new job on Monday 5th. He had been waiting a couple of months to see if he was going to get it. He found out he is colour blind and there was a bit of a hitch. Had a 2nd opinion and he is only slightly colour blind. He is working for Ontrack and reckons he is going to be rich. Hope so. I think I will have to take most of his money off him. I won't tell him yet.

It was excellent having Kim here. She just loved getting dressed up for xmas. There are not many people like me who get enthusiastic about such things. Emily and Sam love things like that too. Strange huh.

Anyway, have a wonderful summer and drink plenty of water and try and get some exercise. Dancing starts soon.

All the best

photos of scarf day

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Hi Janeen

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thanks Janeen for signing into my blog. I see your xmas social is on 13th Dec at 2pm to 5.30pm. Hope I can make it. Ray & I have quite a few xmas parties at the moment. I will let my classes know and also they will read this.
Cheers, have a happy xmas

Scarf Day and other classes invited to our xmas functions

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Now this was hilarious. Joy was a treat all clad out in a washer womans outfit. She even came with a change of apron. I dressed as a pirate and everybody came with a scarf on. It was a very happy day.

Then the next week we played a trick on Annie and told her it was scarf day and she turned up in a beautiful long blonde wig and pink scarf in her hair. So she had scarf day by herself and played up all by herself and we all had a wonderful time at her expense. Great day. Then Annie went out for lunch with us in town still wearing her wig. No one in town blinked an eye at her.

Xmas Functions

If any other classes want to attend our xmas do's just give me a call. We would love to see you at our classes.

lovely lunch at Old Church Restaurant

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We had a lovely lunch at the Old Church Restaurant. The company was excellent. We had such a special time getting to know each other.
The food was great. The service was great. The food was on time. The food presentation was exceptional and the decor and surroundings made us feel special. We were all dressed up and decided we needed to do that more often.
Dancing was funny. We had skirt day and Wi, David and Pete all were a skirt too (as it was skirt day). Wi played the part and had a wonderful time. Very funny. We had visitors from Friday class, Annette, Margaret and Joan Ayre. Aileen Lucy also came over for lunch.

events coming up

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this Saturday 8th Nis supposed to be Janeens social in the Henry Charles Hall (off Riverbend Rd Napier) 1pm to 5pm. This needs to be confirmed because of election.

7th November Friday Gay Hopcrofts Birthday. (she's going to not like this bit!!)

14th November Friday Scarf Day. Be imaginative (or not) All you have to do is wear one (anywhere on the body) It can be pretty or funny. Think about it.

29th November Wednesday lunch at Old Church 12pm. This is for combined classes to get together. One for all and all for one. Also skirt day at class (it could even be Hawaiian over trousers if you don't like skirts). Men a tie (Wi wants to know if a noose would be ok. I said if you deserve it)

Last class Monday 8th Dec.

Last class Wednesday 10th Dec. Lunch at Missionview Gardens xmas theme dress

Last class Friday 12th. Party for all. Dancing 2 hours with optional entertainment followed by lunch at Hibernian. With entertainment while we have our tea and coffee.

Havelock North Intermediate line dancing

2008-11-02T14:17:00.000+13:00

Joy and I went to Havelock North Intermediate on Thursday afternoon. We have been going for 9 years. Once a year they have an elective for line dancing (only year 8 because there are too many kids for the whole school to do it). Each house practises a couple of dances to compete against each other. Joy and I go in to judge the competition. This year they had no teacher input and they were allowed to make two dances into their own new dance. We judged it on originality and effort and overall look.
Joy and I get to sit up the front like NZ idol judges. We get introduced to the whole school (you know we take a bow, yeah right). Then we are so professional and pick a winner and take anaother bow (yeah right)
The kids are so enthusiastic about the dancing, Joy and I love to see it.
This year we were presented with a bottle of wine and petrol vouchers. We were very grateful and had so much fun.

Great week of dancing

2008-10-31T16:24:00.000+13:00

Well, it must be the break after Labour weekend that has made the classes this week alot of fun.

Wednesday was an excellent class. But it always is. We are really getting to know each other better. We will know each other more when we wear name tags. Its funny how you can talk to someone every week and not no their name. (its awful really) Anyway, we have an awesome class on Wednesdays.

Todays class (Friday) was back to normal. We had that discussion during class (that we are possibly not normal) and that is why the class was so much fun. But me, mum and Emily (my daughter) wonder why we are different from others and we have always thought it was because no one else in this world is normal. But if there are only 3 of us like this, it could be the other way round (I could also be from Irish decent).

Anyway we had an impromptu Halloween class. I took hats and headgear for all who wanted to wear them (on their heads?!) you will have to ask Joy and Annie about that. But it was hilarious and actually put everyone off dancing. I have never seen Gail doubled in half laughing. It was just what we all needed today. thanks to everyone. It made my day, my week. I was sought of wondering about what was happening to the Friday class. Thanks again guys.

Funny classes

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Hi Annie,

Sometimes I don't think that anyone gets my humour. The worst thing about it is I think sometimes its a bit odd. But then its too late anyway I've already said something and not thought about what I was going to say. It's great to have someone in the class who thinks I'm not quite normal 'cos it means you may not be too. (read Annies comment a couple of blogs below)

xmas is looming - xmas party dates

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On Friday 12th December we are going to have a xmas party at the Hibernian Club. All invited.
10am dnncing to 12pm (maybe with entertainment by you lot)

Luncheon at 12pm with entertainment by maybe you lot (I'm laughing) joking.

This is the last day for line dancing for the year.

Wednesday 10 December we are going to Missionview Gardens after class. We will have to party at this class too. But I think we always do anyway.

Monday is all fixed for 15th December. Last day for dancing is 8th Dec.

Pizza lunch at Mary's in Taradale

2008-10-21T14:07:00.000+13:00

Thanks for a very enjoyable lunch Mary, from all of us. We had delicious pizzas with the dough made by Mary. Then each of us rolled out our own base and Mary had heaps of different toppings for us to choose from. We piled our bases high. Graham (Marys husband, master chef) cooked our pizzas in his outdoor oven. Sooo fantastic. We had such a lovely time. Oh also made her special fruit flans (2). We had them with icecream. This kind of food is why we continue line dancing, so we can dance it off. We had a lovely relaxing time getting to know one another. Very nice!
Hey Margaret, maybe you could put a photo on this blog. Cheers

Variety makes the world go round

2008-09-27T15:42:00.000+12:00

Thanks for your comments about dancing and the classes.

Each of my classes are special. They are all unique in their own way. The people who come to dance makes the difference because you are all so special.

What would we do without the variety of wonderful music and the different dance sequences that make us think so hard.

I LOVE IT!!!!

Relay for Life

2007-11-15T09:40:00.001+13:00

Went to the official start of Relay for Life on Tuesday night with Ray and Judy Robertson. Very successful evening. Got a great plug in for Line Dancing in general. I was interviewed by radio announcer from 89.5FM on how we had the motivation and organisation to raise over $10,000.00. Yee Ha.
I think the Relay for Life team are expecting us to do wonders again. This year I do not have the support.
Judy and I went through all our fundraisers that we did and there wasn't any one time that anyone gave and did not get something back. Like bring and buys, colour demonstrations with afternoon tea. Etc, etc. Each fundraiser we all got something for our money, which Judy and I felt good about.
We did have people who donated money and Gretchen and Helena put on a dinner and Margaret Fraser did an Enjo demo and donated their time and money. Thelma and team did the bring and buys. These kind of events are invaluable.
I have hundreds of ideas swilling around in my head, but no one to carry them out. Energy is a fine thing.
Cheers and thanks to you all. We are winners, and terrific and special and oh I could go on all day. Ha ha ha ha ha....

Napier Pak n Save Half Marathon

2007-11-15T09:27:00.000+13:00

Thanks to everyone who wished me well in for the half marathon. I completed it (whew) in a good time. I bet my last time by 7 minutes. Doesn't sound much but think about trying to catch someone who is 7 minutes ahead of you. I completed the marathon in 2 hours 42 minutes. Really pleased.
Rose West was at the half way mark along The Esplande at Westshore with oranges. She ran a block with me. Pam O'Connor was at the finish line with roses. She was a little disappointed because I bet her there.
Here was I collasped on the ground and my name comes over the loud speaker. Others who I was with reckoned it was because I had been caught cheating but it was Pam with the roses. A real surprise. LOL.
Emily came up for the night on Friday to wish me well and for my birthday. That was so nice, I loved it. We squeezed in some special time. After the marathon mum, Wendy, Ray and some friends celebrated with me at Clifton Bay Cafe for lunch.
It was really nice for me to do something I enjoy on my birthday. Thank you to everyone who gave best wishes, hugs, pressies and all your love.

Bus trip

2007-11-07T19:53:00.000+13:00

What a great day we had. I'm still smiling. I loved the hula dance off and the charades. Where would you see such great entertainment. I even thought the singing was fantastic (at least we knew the words). Hope you all enjoyed the gifts. Apparently some used the viagra later on in the week as they were too tired. We were all tired but so we should have been. What a day. The ring ins are still talking about it. They hope they get invited to the next bus trip. They don't know what they are missing at our line dancing, do they. We have fun. Wendy really enjoyed having us and wasn't the food delicious.

Also the young boy who entertained us was great. We will probably see more of him in years to come.

Reply to anonymous

2007-11-07T19:47:00.000+13:00

Thanks for your offer of help for relay for life. Not sure who you are. There is a launch for Relay for Life at the Napier War Memorial Centre on Tuesday 13th. I will only go if there is enough interest from others. I have decided not to do any more fundraising unless others approach me with an interest or passion to do something.
One lady from Friday class has a really great fundraiser coming up in February which I will help with.
I have many ideas but they will probably stay ideas without support.
Thank you once again, I appreciate it.

Poem from Emily to her Nana (Joan A)

2007-10-20T19:32:00.000+13:00

Emily said...
I thought this poem was really cool. Pass it on to Nana for me please :)
The grandkids like to visit,
They are always stopping by
Sure They'll find their grandma,
In the kitchen baking pie.
But times have changed since grandma
Learned to twinkle and vine.
She can hook and hitch and scoot,
Her jazz box is real fine.
Oh, grandma's in the kitchen still,
In cold and snowy weather.
But she's not baking cookies , kids!
She's out there slappin' leather!

To Judy

2007-10-20T19:28:00.000+13:00

To read Emilys poem. Click on '2 comments' under heading Trip 30 October. Actually maybe I should type it up again

Monday class at Heretaunga Club

2007-10-17T16:20:00.000+13:00

Well we had a good turnout for the first day. Everyone went home a bit blurry eyed. I think I might have made them think a bit. Good though. Changed the format as well. Only had 1 or two who wanted revision, so ended teaching all the way through the first two hours. Didn't do the third hour as planned but did have 4 people turn up for a learners session. Will definitely do the learners section if the demand is there. These people are going to try and get more learners.
We will continue on with the format that we started with on 1st day.
The floor is superb and so are the accoustics. Great venue.

yet another break for line dancing

2007-10-17T16:09:00.000+13:00

Had a wonderful break for the school holidays. The first week I cleaned up the garden (which now needs doing again) and I also updated our little cottage which we rent out for holiday accommodation. I am very pleased with it.
Then Ray & I went to Auckland for three nights and wow we had an awesome time, but I don't think I have fully recovered yet. I think we think we are still teenagers.
Our lovely daughter came home for a couple of days and it was so awesome just having her around. We had a lovely time. Ray had a week holiday too and we took her 2nd hand shopping. I love to do that as some of you know. Got some cool stuff. Some retro stuff, some clothes, some antiques. It is amazing what you can find. The three of us tootled round Napier in Rays 1930 Chrysler.
I am now in training for Napier Pak n Save half marathon on the 11th Nov. Am now up to walking just over 2 hours. Will have a trial run of 3 hours this labour weekend.
So, yes we have no dancing this Friday and Monday of labour weekend. Hope to get into the garden again.
Let me know if anyone is doing anything this weekend. We would all love to hear about it.
Have a great weekend and see you at dancing.

Remember to read all the comments

2007-10-02T19:23:00.000+13:00

My lovely daughter has put a beautiful poem in a comment under the heading of 'trip 30 Oct'

You should read it, you will love it.

Felicity

Trip 30 October 2007

2007-09-18T20:25:00.000+12:00

Plans are coming together for this bus trip. If you haven't got your name on the list in class do so. There are a couple of seats left. We have a bigger bus this year and have already got more people going than other years. Still waiting on confirmation from suppliers etc for costs. Won't be too much for a lovely day out.
You will need to bring, comfortable shoes for dancing outside, reading glasses and suitable clothing depending on weather (hats, coats etc) A name tag is a really good idea too. Will up date later on what else to bring.
Bus will leave Countdown supermarket carpark at 9.30am and return around 4.30pmish. I am trying to work out another pick up for Haumoana (if cost is ok) Napier dancers might like to get this pick up as well. Cars could be left safely.
We have another Demo at Mary Doyle resthome if anyone wants to take part. Email me to confirm. Last time was a huge success. We had about 10-12 dancers and the residents just loved our entertainment. It was a really festive afternoon. Thanks to all who attended. Great community spirit. The next date is 9 October 2007 11am for approximately 3/4 hour.
Class for revision, learners and upper level dancers is still on hold waiting on National Service Club. I am looking in other avenues. Will keep you posted.
Cheers, Happy Dancing Felicity

Woo Hoo I Can download photos onto Blog (finally)

2007-09-18T20:12:00.000+12:00

This is Annette, Colleen, Pam and Margar

et and me with Gordon Elliott (line dance instructor from Sydney) This photo was taken at 10pm at night. We had been dancing since 10am that morning, Phew!

Kim my sister

2007-09-11T20:34:00.000+12:00

Those of you who have met Kim my sister either at class or on the cruise will be interested to know what she is up to. She has being doing a web designer/builder course in Melbourne where she lives and has built my wonderful web site. She will update it for me periodically. So keep going back to the gallery and dance sheets and events. Problem is I have to give her all the info. She has renovated her home this year, from top to bottom. Had 2 cats that she adopted when she was in Vanuatu and one cat Maggie got run over a few weeks ago. Since then she has bought a new cat Heidi (sounds corny at first but, Heidi hides all the time. Now thats ok then to call Heidi, Heidi, isn't it) !!??
Kims latest thing is she has lost another 6 kilos at weight watchers. She has been losing weight for years but could never lose the last few kilos. Over the years she has lost heaps. She even ran her own version weight loss group in Vanuatu. Anyway, she has now been accepted (only four chosen in Australia) to have a photo shoot for the weight watchers magazine and story on her weight loss. Good on her. Go Kim. she gets flown to Sydney all expenses paid and made up, pampered and dressed up all day. That happens in a couple of weeks. Can't wait to see the mag.

Weekend in Upper Hutt 7/8 Sept 2007

2007-09-11T20:22:00.000+12:00

Guess what we did in Wellington at the Gordon Elliott workshop. We left at lunch time on Friday after class. Stopped in Dannevirke for coffee and arrived at motel just in time for dinner. I think the most of the motel was filled with line dancers from Hawkes Bay. We all had dinner in my unit and Emily came up from Wellington city. We went off to the social after dinner and danced for 3 hours. Not much sleep that night, but we were ready for dancing and learning. We learnt 9 dances and danced from 10am to 4pm. Whew! We were tired out (putting it nicely) We then had dinner at hall went back to motel for an hour then back to dancing at 6pm until 10.30pm. We literally danced our socks off. Only problem was we had trouble getting the socks off when we got home. We crashed that night but were up bright and early to head to Greytown for breakfast. Colleen, Pam, Annette and Margaret, oh & Ray the driver were great company and we all got to know each other a little better including who can snore the loudest etc etc. A fun weekend was had by all. Learnt some fabulous dances, met some interesting people and the hospitalily was great.

What a great social

2007-09-06T15:04:00.000+12:00

The social Saturday 1 Sept. was a huge success. I have had so many positive comments. They have been wonderful to hear. I am glad so many had a great time. There were 60 people at the social. We only had two breaks, one near the beginning and one for afternoon tea. That's 3 solid hours of dancing. We had a great choice of requests which kept the dance floor full at all times, there was something for everyone. Maybe we should do it again. Also what a fantastic afternoon tea. Thanks go out to all of you who supplied the wonderful food and special thanks to the people who helped out either at the door or in the kitchen or who supplied raffles etc. Special thanks to Judy, Joy, Gail, Colleen and Pat Parsons. The social was a success because so many people contributed and participated (Thats all of you). All the raffle prizes went to line dancers, wasn't that great. There were also so many spot prizes. Awesome.
Well, this weekend I am off to Upper Hutt to see Australian dance instructor and choreographer Gordon Elliott. He is fantastic, we dance so many of his dances or dances that he has taught in NZ. Most dances become favourites. It is a fun weekend and all we do is dance, dance, dance. Ray is driving me and four other ladies down, we will stay in a Motel that is filled with line dancers from around NZ. Ray & I will also catch up with Emily. She will come up from Wellington and stay with us. Fun Fun Fun. So watch out for the new dances that I bring back.
If anyone reads this before tomorrow, Friday, we have a seat and bed available.
Also coming up is Blossom Parade day, you might like to join us in the walk (more fun) 15 Sept, Saturday, let me know.
Happy dancing, Felicity

Remember to read all the comments

2007-08-30T18:55:00.000+12:00

Click on comments to find out what everyone has to say. There has been a really interesting comment posted about rebounders following our amazing afternoon with Hamish Tailyour. I just have to remember to get on my rebounder. What I usually do is 1 or 2 minutes at a time a couple of times a day. I should do more.
You will have to check out my new music system. I am loving it. Sam says I need a t-shirt that reads "Rockin's what I do". Yeah. The guy who built it reckons you got to look the part when you are playing your music. He rocks.
Also my excellent excellent web site. Designed by my wonderful awesome sister Kim. It is so clear and easy to read and access. Nice to look at especially if you can find a photo of yourself there. He He He. If anyone wants a web site built and designed I can let Kim know.
I have had a very exciting week. Very special and I am very spoilt. Can't wait to share everything with you all.
Cheers
Felicity

Thanks for your comments

2007-08-29T08:49:00.000+12:00

Firstly Annie, I would like to say that you pick up the dances incredibly quickly and I was so impressed with your son. He was great. He also was able to do any dance. I will put the dance sheet Memory Lane on my web site http://www.felicitysdancingline.co.nz/ Have you seen the dance sheets on there. They are in alphbetical order. I am having trouble getting music at the moment because I have the new windows vista and it doesn't seem to like some internet sites. I will talk to you at class about this Annie.
If anyone has a dance sheet that I have not got. Email it to me. It is the easiest way for me to put it on my web site. Also class photos are easiest emailed to me too.
Have an awesome week and remember the dance social is this Saturday 1 September. And if you want to be in blossom parade in Hastings on 15 Sept. Let me know or write your name on list which is at classes.
Cheers Felicity

What a great afternoon on Tuesday 21st

2007-08-21T18:57:00.000+12:00

We had a lovely afternoon today. Hamish gave a really interesting informative talk on being independent and non-neurotic in looking after our own health and being responsible for our own health. These days we tend to blame all sorts of things and rely on many things to keep pain and discomfort at bay. He was so easy to understand and basic and commonsense in his ideas and suggestions. Of the 18 people who attended, there wasn't one who did not enjoy and get something from his talk. It is amazing how we have got away from basic living and eating that we all did when we were young. Just every day things.
Thanks to all of you who came and thanks to Annette, Judy, Joy and Lois who got friends to come along. There were a third of non linedancers there today. Hamish was encouraged to continue his talk which ran us over time and so afternoon tea will now be shared at Wednesdays class, that is if Sam and Ray haven't eaten it all.
If you have read all the comments on this blog you will see that I have been trying to answer all queries.
To the new line dancer. All people are very very welcome to come to our socials. It is a great opportunity to see the different levels of dancers and to see what you can achieve also, within a short time. Also you will see the fun and the passion that we have. Social is on 1 September. We will have raffles and door prizes.

Thanks for offer of cellophane

2007-08-19T17:12:00.000+12:00

I wasn't going to wrap the spot prizes. Does anyone think I should. Give me your views on this or you may have some good ideas or some talent for wrapping spot prizes. LOL

Tips for beginners

2007-08-18T14:11:00.000+12:00

Experience is the best tip for line dancing. The more you dance the better you get. I have people who come more than once a week and they definitely pick up the dances more easily than most people who come only once a week. Another way to remember the dances is to get the step sheet for the dances that you have learnt at class and practise at home. The hardest thing about line dancing is not the physical side of it but remembering the dance sequence. You can go on line and search the dance sheets.
Also I have had a query about where to find Bay Coasters line dancing on a Friday. We are at the Hibernian Club Hastings. Use the back entrance as club is not open for business when we start dancing. This class on a Friday 10am and is the best class to start in. The level is from learner to beginner level so it is easier to learn some of the different dance steps (these can be found on line as well). I will be starting a new learner class in September if there is enough interest. Let me know if you are keen.
Looking forward to Social on 1 September at Friendship Centre, Taradale 1.30pm-5pm with afternoon tea.

to read everyones comments do this

2007-08-15T16:11:00.000+12:00

Hey Pat,
Clever girl. To read everyones comments look at the left of the screen and click on comments listed under blog archive.
Tested myself at dancing today. Tried really hard to push myself and my legs and knees held up. A little sore but not as bad since I have been doing the stretches that the physio has given me.
Next week we have Hamish Tailyour at 1.30pm on Tuesday 21st August at the CancerSociety rooms in Nelson Street.
Bus trip for Bay Coasters is on Tuesday 30th October. Will be a lovely day. We will relax and dance and spend time with each other, oh and also eating yum. Fun will be had by all. I will get all the details out about this soon.
Have an awesome week. Keep on dancing.

how to make a post

2007-08-11T16:25:00.000+12:00

Apparently, if you choose other or anonymous, you don't have to register with google to get an account.

2007-08-11T16:18:00.000+12:00

Glad to see you are all using my blog. Had a great lunch at Cafe Devine today. Huge meals and we (my playgroup) were all impressed. Great service.
yes I still belong to a playgoup, we don't take the kids anymore (actually, I don't think they would come). Gave up on that 10 or so years ago. We go out every couple of months and catch up as if we only saw each other yesterday. Had a great lunch today girls if you are reading this. Emily or anyone can you tell me if everyones comments are able to be read if not can you tell me how I rectify this.
Thanks Sue for your comments about Monday class. I have a wonderful time too.

Hi Emily

2007-08-10T15:58:00.000+12:00

Did you have to create a google account first to post a comment.
Also to Kim. Emily says she is sorry to hear about your lovely Maggie. She sends her condolences.

reply to kim

2007-08-08T16:18:00.000+12:00

Felicity said...
Kim, I am so sorry Maggie (your cat) got run over. I know you loved her so much, just like a child. She was a lovely cat with a great personality.Updated events as requested are:
21st August 2007 2pm-approx 3.30pm Cancer Society Rooms Nelson Street HastingsHamish Tailyour guest speaker to talk on "non-nuerotic sustainable, independent and enjoyable health"Cost $5.00 (net proceeds to Relay for Life Cancer Society) Bring a friend
New Class:Now starting in SeptemberAwaiting alterations at National Service Club, Market St Hastings1st hour revision/social dancing2nd hour new dances3rd hour learners (if demand is there)Other classes are as normal
August 7, 2007 9:16 PM

week of 6 August 2007

2007-08-07T15:08:00.000+12:00

Well... Finished the marathon. So pleased with myself. Did a really good time. 2:49. In my age group of 176 women I came 18th. Very pleased. My knees were excellent during and after the race. After line dancing on Monday night was a different story. Back to physio tomorrow. But all and all I have recovered extremely well. Better than the last one. I had great support in Taupo. Ray was there all the way. Emily and her friend came up from Wellington which I am so chuffed about and Mary and Barry Jones were in Taupo to cheer me on. I got so much moral support from everyone, I am so lucky.
Monday class I taught Beat me Daddy and hope to teach it on Friday. Wednesday I want to teach Boobyalla.
Dates to remember: 21st aug Hamish Tailyour speaking on Healthy living and 1st Sept OUR social.
If you have a question for me. Post it here and I will get back to you. Also, it may be a question lots of people want the answer for. Like what step goes in what dance etc etc.
cheers have an awesome week. Felicity

Week of 30 July 2007

2007-07-31T20:21:00.000+12:00

Had a very sad week. Physio told me not to line dance or do gym, just rest. I tried. Monday class only did the walk throughs. Very boring. I even got a bit a jealous. The music was so good. Didn't take my dance shoes though. Thats so I couldn't dance. But if I want to do the half marathon in Taupo this weekend, I have to be good.
On a better note. Had a tremdous time at Napier RSA line dance workshop. All the teachers in HB taught a dance. Hope we do it again. I taught Beat me Daddy and Boobyalla. All the other dances were great too. Colleen taught a dance she choreographed and I loved it. I was so pleased to see so many of my dancers at the workshop. A workshop is a great experience and it gives an opportunity to see what other dances are out there. Great for teachers too.
Anyway, I still hope to make the half marathon. Will give up date on that next week.