Dance SPA Chicago

Dance SPA owner featured as a top wedding professional.

christa — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:54:44 +0000

Dance SPA owner recently featured as a “top wedding professional” in the book, Professional Wedding Planning Advice by Benchmark Publishing Group! If you’re preparing for your first dance, check out Dance SPA. Dance SPA offers a comfortable environment for couples preparing for their wedding.

Here are a few helpful tips from Christa:

Why should an engaged couple take dance lessons prior to their wedding?

Engaged couples should take lessons prior to the wedding for many reasons. Most brides dream about twirls and dips on the day of her wedding and many grooms are unsure how to properly lead a twirl or dip. It is important to look cool and confident on the dance floor or most couples. In just a handful of lessons, an instructor can have the couple moving across the floor and twirling and dipping with ease. The next important reason is often over looked. There is a lot of pressure, stress, and tough decisions to be made months prior to the wedding. Couples have found dance lessons to be fun, relaxing and perfect one on one time during the intense planning leading up to the big day.

How many lessons should an engaged couple typically take, so that they are prepared for the big day, and what will they learn at these lessons?

Anywhere from 3 lessons to an entire year of lessons is typical for wedding couples. The amount of lessons really depends on what the couple would like to achieve. A first dance that is simple with elegance will take fewer lessons than a dance with complex choreography. Most importantly, couples should give themselves time to prepare for the first dance and not cram dance lessons into the crazy 2 weeks before the wedding.

To read more advice about your first dance and preparing for your wedding day, purchase Professional Wedding Planning Advice: Tips & Secrets Form Top Wedding Professionals at Amazon.com

Recently Featured on ABC7 in Chicago

christa — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:02:40 +0000

Check out our latest press on Windy City LIVE! Dance SPA was pick as a great place to keep your 2012 New Years Resolutions. We were thrilled to be featured. Join us anytime and check out all the hype.

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New Classes for 2012: Booty Beat® & Modern Belly Dance 101

christa — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:22:56 +0000

The power of Monday: Making healthy positive choices on a Monday can set the tone of your entire week!

Monday nights are packed full of dance fitness just for you. Keep your 2012 goals in mind and have fun at Dance SPA. We have 3 different classes that will keep you excited about fitness. Check out the details on Monday nights!

Booty Beat by Flirty Girl Fitness®

Mondays at 5:30pm with Lindsay Burch

About Instructor Lindsay Burch:

Dancing has always been a passion for Lindsay. Although she never received professional training she was always determined to get out there and perform. This started at an early age with school shows and competitions and culminated in managing a troop of go-go dancers at her university nightclub. Lindsay has always been very sporty and has been participating in group exercise classes for over 10 years.

When Lindsay moved from the UK to Chicago in 2009 she decided to turn her passion for dance and fitness into a career. Lindsay became a FLirty Girl Fitness Instructor in December 2010 and has since been teaching Booty Beat at various locations in Chicago. Lindsay works very closely with Ultimate Flirty Girl, Rebecca Lee, which means she gets insight into the new moves and choreography before they go on general release. You may have seen Lindsay on stage with Rebecca at Self Workout in the Park in May 2011. Lindsay takes great enjoyment from seeing her class participants having fun during their workout and from knowing that she is playing an important part in helping them to stay fit and healthy and feeling fabulous.

In addition to being a Group Exercise Instructor, Lindsay is also a certified Craniosacral Therapist. In June 2007, she completed a 2-year professional training in Craniosacral Therapy with the Institute of Craniosacral Studies in the UK. Lindsay now practices from various locations in the Wicker Park area.

Lindsay is AFAA Group Exercise (CI# 531122) and Heartsaver AED (American Heart Association) certified.

Class Dscription

Booty Beat™ by Flirty Girl Fitness® is an outrageously entertaining cardio intensive dance-based class that conditions the entire body. Booty Beat combines fun, easy-to-learn dance moves with high energy cardio and strength training to make you feel like you’re part of a music video, rather than a cardio crazy, core chiseling, booty toning, arm sculpting workout class!

Zumba® with Melody Fillier

Mondays at 6:30pm

About instructor Melody Fillier:

Melody has been involved with some type of dance since the age of 3 when she went to her first Ballet class. She was a competitive dancer for 15 years and traveled across the country to participate in Tap, Ballet, Jazz, and Modern Dance Competitions. Melody still continues to take Tap, Hip Hop, and Latin Dance classes herself from professional dancers in the Chicago, Il area, for she is always interested in improving her skills and learning new things.

While Dance is a large part of Melody’s life, she also is dedicated to the Martial Art of Tae Kwon Do and currently holds a Third Degree Black Belt.

When Melody moved to Chicago she wanted to start taking dance fitness classes as a way to workout, have fun, and meet new people. This is what led her to try Zumba and little did she realize what a life changing move that would be. Not only did she find the perfect way to get a cardio and toning workout, she also discovered a new passion. You can find Melody teaching Zumba at a number of dance and fitness centers throughout Chicago. Melody also conducts short-term Zumba sessions (6-8 weeks) at local Churches and Community Centers.

Class Description

The Zumba® program fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away. Our goal is simple: We want you to want to work out, to love working out, to get hooked. Zumba®Fanatics achieve long-term benefits while experiencing an absolute blast in one exciting hour of calorie-burning,body-energizing, awe-inspiring movements meant to engage and captivate for life!

The routines feature interval training sessions where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training are combined to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat. Add some Latin flavor and international zest into the mix and you’ve got a Zumba® class!

Modern Belly Dance 101

Mondays at 7:30pm

About Instructor Kamani Raqs

Adding to her primary and secondary school training in modern and contemporary dance, Kamani discovered belly dance in 1999 along with Amirah at Aja’s Mid-Eastern Dance studio. During her university years she continued her dance training in the U.S. and Spain studying Latin and Bollywood dances while continuing independent study and performance of Oriental dance. While performing with Reina Belly Dance in New York she became involved in the new wave of belly dance theatre: a combination of drama, original choreography and live music presenting belly dance in full stage production. Participating in various dance workshops and classes in New York and beyond, Kamani continued to immerse herself in the dance. She currently resides in Chicago where she performs and teaches.

Class Description

This season get your hips moving and energy flowing with a Reina Belly Dance beginner course. Focus on building a repertoire of diverse Oriental dance technique while building strength and stamina. Basic steps, hip movements, postures, isolations and Level I combinations will be covered. Perfect for those new to belly dance as well as beginner students looking to advance their dance skills.

Suggested class attire: Comfortable workout pants & top, hip scarf (no coin scarves please).

The Valentine TANGO!

christa — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 23:56:55 +0000

Looking for a great Valentine’s Day date night in Chicago? On February 14th join us for the sexy and sensual Tango. If you are looking for the ultimate date night in Chicago that will impress your date, then Dance SPA has you covered. You and your date can learn the Tango in one hour for just $28. Cocktails and champagne toast for those 21 and over. Ditch the movie and learn to Dance!

Tuesday February 14th, 2012 at Dance SPA

1890 N Milwaukee ave Chicago, 60647

Valentine’s Day Special:

6:45pm meet and greet

7:00pm 1 hour Tango lesson

8:00pm Champagne toast to you and yours!

$28 per couple includes class and toast.

Free Classes: Booty Beat! Flirty Girl Fitness®

christa — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 18:44:03 +0000

Join British Booty Beat Babe Lindsey Burch for 2 FREE classes

Get back into shape for FREE

Wednesday January 4th 6:00pm-7:00pm
Monday January 9th 5:30pm-6:30pm

Classes will meet regularly on Mondays 5:30pm-6:30pm.

What is Booty Beat?
Booty Beat™ by Flirty Girl Fitness® is an outrageously entertaining cardio intensive dance-based class that conditions the entire body. Booty Beat combines fun, easy-to-learn dance moves with high energy cardio and strength training to make you feel like you’re part of a music video, rather than a cardio crazy, core chiseling, booty toning, arm sculpting workout class!

Unlimited Zumba® until April 1st

christa — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 19:48:38 +0000

New Year, New Rear, a New YOU! Look your BEST in 2012 with 3 months of unlimited Zumba® classes. (January 3rd-March 31st)

Optimize your workout with Zumba® fitness over load at Dance SPA. Pay $249 and join the party everyday until April 1st, 2012!

Payment plans available or purchase today at www.dancespasouth.com/shop/

Extra Bonus!

*Includes AB LAB! 20 minutes of non stop core workout. Tuesdays 6:30pm, Fridays 10:00am, Saturdays 10:30am and NEW TIME Mondays 10:00am!

Happy New Year!

(3 months = January 3rd-March 31st)

FREE Classes: Here is how….

christa — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 21:22:33 +0000

This year Dance SPA and our friendly neighbors are teaming together to make a brighter Holiday for Families in need.This year Dance SPA and our friendly neighbors are teaming together to make a brighter Holiday for Families in need.

From now until December18th bring canned goods and other non perishable food items to the studio and get FREE Zumba classes.

Bring 12 items get 1 class
Bring 24 and get 2 classes
(Limit 2 classes per person)

Use your class now, in the New Year or give the gift of Dance Fitness to a friend.

Let’s clean out those pantries and help those less fortunate!

Items that are most desired:
Beans
Canned Fruit
Canned Vegetables
Cereal
Chili
Jelly
Mac and Cheese
Pasta
Pasta Sauce
Peanut Butter
Rice
Shelf Stable Milk
Soup
Stew
Tuna

See you in class!

Unique Holiday Gift Ideas for Men and Women

christa — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 18:43:09 +0000

If you are looking for something special this Holiday Season, try a gift from Dance SPA. We have a variety of gifts to choose from! Dance lessons, fitness classes, Zumba classes, kids classes and more. Try something new and give the gift that keeps on giving. Meet new friends, get fit, have fun, reconnect with your significant other and keep moving during the cold winter months. Choose from any of these options or try a gift card!

Purchase your gifts online at our online shop!

Holiday Dance Lesson Specials

1 private dance lesson for 1-2 people $40

Try one 45 minute lesson for just $40. Pair this with a nice dinner or a movie, and you have a perfect date night. This is the perfect gift to get you out of the house and on your feet during to cool months. (limit 1 per costumer, may purchase more as gifts for other people)

3 private dance lessonsfor 1 or 2 people $150

Whether it’s Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot or Salsa, Bachata, Merengue Dance SPA dance lessons have you covered. In 3 private lessons, learn the basics of your favorite dances. This is a perfect gift for him or her, friends, or yourself. Look your best on any dance floor in 2012.

Group Class $72 per person or $135 when you purchase 2

Dance SPA basics level 1 group class is offered periodically throughout the year. This 6 week course will show you the basics of 6 dances. Waltz, Rumba, Foxtrot, Swing, Salsa and Tango are featured in this class. Your instructor will teach you to how to hold your partner and move around the floor with grace and style.

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Get a FREE Private Personal training session with Rock Cox!

When you purchase a Zumba 10 or 20 class punch card between November 28th and December 21, you will receive a personal training session with Rock. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity!

Not sure what to purchase? Try a Gift Card.

$50 Unlimited Zumba Classes

christa — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 15:20:07 +0000

Feeling A Little Stuffed?

Fight the Holiday weight this year with our Belly Buster special. $50 gets you unlimited Zumba classes from November 28-December 21. Purchase your unlimited Zumba class pass at our shop http://dancespasouth.com/shop/

Zumba Class Times:

Monday 9:00am and 6:30pm

Tuesday 5:30pm

Wednesday 9:00am and 7:00pm (no 7pm class on November 30th due to special event)

Thursday 5:30pm

Friday 9:00am

Saturday 9:30am

Dance SPA will be closed December 21-January 2. We will re open Tuesday January 3rd

Holiday Self Defense Class $5

christa — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 21:50:55 +0000

Wednesday November 30th at 7:00pm

With the Hoildays nearing, you will find yourself shopping alone, making late night grocery runs for forgotten ingredients for your holiday baking and with an extra amount of cash in your purse for those holiday gifts. Prepare yourself this season and kick that attackers booty! Your attacker will be running for the hills when you attack back with your new self defense moves learned at Dance SPA for just $5.00.

Join us on Wednesday November 30th from 7:00pm-8:30 for fun, exercise and education for just $5.00

On the Agenda:

7:00pm: Meet and Great feel the Booty Beat. Join Flirty Girl Fitness Booty Beat Instructor Lindsey Burch and get warmed up and feeling feisty with a demo of Booty Beat!**

7:30pm: Join Stephen Toyoda, a 4th degree black belt in Aikido and the head of the Aikido Association of America and Chris Steele, president of the Aikido International Foundation, and learn some Booty Beating Moves to ward of any attacker.

*Regular Zumba Class will be cancelled on the 30th for the special event

What is Flirty Girl Fitness Booty Beat?

**When flirty, fabulous dance meets choreography with a strength-driven purpose; the result is a FUN, effective way to condition the entire body inside and out! The Flirty Girl Fitness® Program created by women for women works the entire body targeting specific muscle groups while maintaining super fun, non-stop cardio-dance moves. Using the easy to learn Flirty Girl Foundation Moves, participants will quickly “own” the movement and experience the fabulous feeling that dancing gives you, while reaping the benefits of strength and cardiovascular exercise all in one class!