“WORLD CLASS… INTIMATE… CRAZY FUN…”

The Vancouver International Salsafestival ’12 is the one event you can’t afford to miss. Its features include international dance showcases, non-stop social dancing, Salsa & Bachata education, live music, and gala events.

***** In association with ALBERT TORRES PRODUCTIONS

http://salsafestival.ca/

VIS ’12 is redesigned from the ground up to blow your mind. It’s intimate, crazy fun, and you’ll remember it for a long time to come.

***** March 1-4, 2012

***** Lineup in A CLASS OF ITS OWN

Yamulee, Johnny Vasquez, Swinguys, Troy & Jorjet, David & Paulina, Salsamania, Leon Rose & Dotty, Ataca y La Alemana, and many more.

http://salsafestival.ca/program/artists

***** JIMMY BOSCH LIVE – Direct from New York

Jimmy Bosch’s band will team up with Mazacote All Stars for world class music and hits such as Otra Oportunidad and Cha Cha Gabriel.

——|| EVENING EVENTS ||–—–

Thursday… Launch Extravaganza
Friday… Mystery Party
Saturday… Palladium Gala
Sunday… Kickback Party

——|| DAYTIME EDUCATION ||–—–

Instead of doing what everyone else does – 1 hour workshops at the end of which you record a video and learn little – we’re providing you with a more specialized education experience focusing on actually learning the move right then and there.

——|| TICKETS ||–—–

In order to ensure the highest quality experience for you we’ve limited the number of tickets and streamlined the process so that you don’t get bombarded by useless marketing messages.

At this point we have individual evening tickets available.

Full Passes, Salsa U, and Bachata U are SOLD OUT.

http://salsafestival.ca/box-office

——|| CONNECT ||–—–

If you’re into watching video lessons and funny episodes (aka #salsaporn), discussing new ideas and seeing them in action (aka #myvisidea), or receiving the care and attention that you deserve before and at #vis12, connect with us below.

Twitter http://twitter.com/salsafestivalCA
Private Group http://on.fb.me/salsafestivalCA

VID12 @Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/events/207418195987789/

City Salsa Vibe Presents: >>>
CSV’s International Workshop Series with Current Wold Bachata Champion

************** Alien Ramirez *******************
– > 10x World Salsa & Latin Dance Champion,
– -> 2 x and Current World Bachata Champion
—-> 2 X and Current World Cabaret Champion

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>>>>>>>>>>>>Sunday January 29th

Salsa & Bachata Ladies Styling (11am-12pm )
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This first class is an opportunity for ladies to learn all the sexy styling that Alien has learned during her many years of dancing and competing on World famous stages. Alien will teach you all those hidden details that made her a World Champion.

Salsa & Bachata Body Movement/Isolation (Lead & Follow) 2pm-3pm
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This class is your special opportunity to learn all the technicalities of Bachata from the world champion! We are excited to being presenting Alien Ramirez, the current Wold Bachata Champion, who will teach you how to isolate your muscles for Bachata and Salsa dancing.

Performance Master class Salsa & Bachata (Lead & Follow) 3pm-4pm
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If you are a Intermediate/Advanced Dancer who would like to take your dancing to another level, then you need to come to this class. Alien wants to share some of her special secrets that make her distinctive. This is a class for all who want to dance with confidence, or to go on stage and present their best.
Early Bird (Before Jan 23)
1 Workshop $17
2 Workshops $30
3 Workshops $40
3 Workshops & Party $45

Advance (Jan 24-29)
1 Workshop $20
2 Workshops $35
3 Workshops $45
3 Workshops & Party $50
Add $5 to each package at the Door

-Pre-register NOW

http://CitySalsaVibe.com/workshops

For Group Reservations please call 604-999-5588!

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/274368812617963/

Enjoy the creative talents of dance artists from Vancouver, San Francisco, Montreal, Tokyo, and Toronto.

Mar 2 – Mar 11

The Centre in Vancouver for Performing Arts and the Roundhouse Community Centre.

Schedule:

Centre in Vancouver for Performing Arts (777 Homer Street) @ 8pm

• Alonzo King LINES Ballet (San Francisco) March 2 – 3, 2012

Roundhouse Community Stage in the Exhibition Hall at the Roundhouse (Pacific and Davie Streets) @ 7pm (free with one-time $3 VIDF membership)

• Kokoro Dance (Vancouver) March 6 – 8, 2012
• Natsu Nakajima (Tokyo) March 9 – 11, 2012

Roundhouse Performance Centre Stage @ 8pm

• inkBoat (San Francisco) March 6 – 7, 2012
• Lucie Gregoire and Yoshito Ohno (Montreal/Tokyo) March 8 – 9, 2012
• Taketeru Kudo (Tokyo) March 10 – 11, 2012

Book Tickets:  https://www.ticketturtle.com/index.php?ticketing=vidf

Thank you for a great event last year. We had a great time and looking to an even better event this year. You can login to our online reservation our online registration system to register for the 2012 event, as well as check your scores from last year. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook and check out the Vancouver Dance Competition page on Facebook.

The results from last year have been moved. Check out the Vancouver Dance Competition 2011 Results and video of the top overalls.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact us by email, or call 888.688.5442 ext. 201 for more information.

OTC Dance Workshops

OTC Dance Workshops will be running during the competition. They are organized so they do not conflict with performance times of the Age Divisions.

More Details:

http://thunderstruckcanada.com/dance-competition/vancouver-british-columbia

https://www.facebook.com/ThunderstruckCanada

***************** Salsa & Bachata Fusion Friday *****************
>>>>>>>>>>>>> Grand Finale at the Polish Hall

We had many great “Fusion Fridays” during the year. Many, many dancers of different skill levels and salsa dance styles have joined and enjoyed our parties at the “Polish Hall.”

This Friday is the “Grand Finale” at the “Polish Hall” for the year! We want to make the last “Fusion Friday” an especially memorable evening. We are bringing a world famous salsa crew from the United States for your evening entertainment.

This Friday’s event is also promotes our “007 Themed New Year Eve 2012”party at the Empire Landmark Hotel. This event by City Salsa Vibe has been ranked among the most exciting New Year Eve’s party in Vancouver by the local media. We are looking forward to party and to usher in 2012 with us

FREE Complimentary Dance Lesson
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A CSV’s instructor will teach Beginner Merengue, Bachata and Salsa Lessons
This Lesson is complimentary with cover

Performance and Show
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Johnny Bravo Team Performance:

World Champion Salsa Competitor Johnny Bravo has put together a great Salsa team, which bring energy and excitement to the dance floor. they dance furious, strong and with passion. Come out to see the best of the best!

Music
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A CSV’s DJ will provide the best of Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Cumbia, Reggaeton, Cha Cha Cha and Latin beats

The Polish Hall
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Location – 4015 Fraser at 24th
Doors – 8:30pm
Complimentary Lesson – 9:00pm
Party – 10pm

Cover Fee – $10
Students with Valid student ID: $7 (UBC and SFU students will get even a surprise special discount! )

Free Lot and Street Parking
Dress Code in effect

For Group Reservations please call 604-999-5588!
Join the Party!!!

********* “The Empire Affair – New Years Eve 2012″

************** A 007 James Bond Party

********* Vancouver’s Most Diverse NYE Party Experience

One of the top events on Club Zone for the last few years!
Previously chosen by CBC National Radio as
one of the top NYE events in the country and broadcasted live
Join us this year and find out why!

>> 4 Party Rooms
>> 2 Live Bands & 6 DJs
>> 2 Dance Lessons
>> 6 Performances
>> Appetizers & Desserts
>> 1 Complimentary Drink
>> $50 Give away VIP Passes and Coupons to City Salsa Vibe events

This event caters to singles & couples from all ages and backgrounds.
Join City Salsa Vibe for an unforgettable dance and music party
4 Party Rooms with Live Performers
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“Mazacote” Live, 8 Piece Salsa Latin Band

“Hot Foot Five” Live, 5 Piece Swing Jazz Band

“The Tropical Party Lounge”, World Music

“The Funky Club Room”

“Stilt-Walking Jokers”
Amazing Lineup of Shows and Entertainment

Appetizers & Complimentary Drink

Complimentary Merengue, Bachata

Salsa & Reggaeton Dance Lesson

Saturday December 31 (8pm – 3am)

At the Elegant Empire Landmark Hotel- 1400 Robson Street
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City Salsa Vibe welcome you to The Empire Affair New Years Eve 2012 at the Elegant Empire Landmark Hotel.

This amazing venue is right on Robson Street in the heart of downtown (at street level below the revolving restaurant) featuring views of Robson street at night. Come

explore each themed party room throughout the night; with an amazing ambiance and fully licensed bars.

This night has everything you could hope for and more!

The large variety of entertainment offers something for everyone and makes it the perfect place to party with a group of friends or to make new ones. This

event caters to singles & couples from all ages and backgrounds.

MEDIA
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In the Last few years, our Empire Affair New Years Eve events were one of the top events on Club Zone!!! In 2007 & 2009, our New Years Events were featured and broadcasted live by CBC National Radio as “The Event” of the year.
This year it will be even BIGGER, this is an event you don’t want to miss!

Featured Entertainment
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Throughout the night, you can switch between party rooms or choose your favorite one to suit your heart’s desire. With 4 Party rooms playing the best of your favorite Salsa, Bachata, Cuban Salsa, Reggaeton, Merengue, Brazilian, Caribbean, Funky House, Dance beats, Top 40, Jazz, Swing, Hip Hop and even World Music – you couldn’t ask for more.

Entertainment includes a long lineup of DJs, amazing performances showcasing artists and styles from around the world.

Again this year we will be featuring LIVE Latin music with the popular band Mazacote (video below). Also new this year, we have one more great Band: “Hot Foot Five” Live, 5 Piece Swing Jazz Band.
Appetizers & Drink
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Our complimentary Appetizers and Drink, added to all the amazing entertainment makes “The Empire Affair” the place to ring in 2012!

Tickets
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The last few New Years’ Events were SOLD OUT, so we highly recommend to get your tickets before it’s too late and make it a night to remember.
This event features great value and variety to ensure you and your friends have an amazing start to your 2012.

Added Value
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When you start your New Year with City Salsa Vibe at the Empire Affair 2012, you will receive VIP Passes to the City Salsa Vibe Events during the 2012 year- all valid until the 5th of March, 2012 (Excluding special events). Over $50 in Party Value!

Door Prize
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Join City Salsa Vibe “The Empire Affair New Years Eve 2012″ and enter the BIG draw
Join the party, enter your name and e-mail address at the door and be entered to win a $1000 travel voucher to be drawn LIVE at our New Years Eve Bash!

Event Features
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Complimentary Dance Lesson (Salsa, Swing)
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No dance experience or partner required!
City Salsa Vibe’s fabulous instructor will introduce you to the basics of Salsa , Merengue, Bachata and Swing.
For those who are a little more experienced, stay for the more challenging Salsa lesson in the second half of this session.
Dance lessons are from 8pm – 10pm.

Live 5-Piece Mazacote Orquesta
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Latin Room: Mazacote Orquesta, is Vancouver’s hottest Latin dance band, bringing the exciting sounds of Salsa Dura and Latin jazz to audiences across the West Coast.
Come join the excitement! They will be playing music from their latest CDs and some of their newest single. ! They will also play new and old favorites selections of Salsa, Bachata, Merengue and Cha-Cha-Cha.

Intermissions Music – DJ Azhvan will spin all your favourites of Latin Music Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Cumbia, Reggaeton Cha-Cha-Cha.
Live 5-Piece “Hot Foot Five” Band
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The Swing Jazz Room : Vancouver’s Hot Foot Five featuring Arnt Arntzen on Voice, guitar, banjo; Bonnie Northgraves on trumpet; Mike Wagler on Bass; Simon Addington on drums and Evan Arntzen guesting on clarinet. This swing and Jazz group from the Vancouver area play any style of Jazz, including, American Popular Song, Swing & Big Band Classics, Bossa Nova & Latin. Their talent, professionalism and ability will amaze you.

Intermissions Music – Electroswing DJ Rudy and DJ Spry bring you a fresh live mix of sultry vintage sounds and a good dose of downright dirty dance-floor beats.

PARTY 8PM-3AM
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Room 1 ( The Latin Gala Room )
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LIVE 8-Piece Ensemble “Mazacote”
LIVE sounds of Salsa, Cumbia, Cha Cha Cha, Bachata.
Mazacote Orquesta – This 8 piece Salsa Latin Band adds energy and ambiance to any party. With rhythms new and familiar that will make you want to dance your way into 2012!

During intermissions
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DJ Music – DJs Keep you dancing all night long.
DJ Azhvan – New and old favourites as well as amazing rare selections of Salsa, mixed with some Bachata, Merengue and Cha-Cha-Cha.

Room 2 ( Electro Swing Club Room )
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The Swing Jazz Room : Vancouver’s Hot Foot Five featuring Arnt Arntzen on Voice, guitar, banjo; Bonnie Northgraves on trumpet; Mike Wagler on Bass; Simon Addington on drums and Evan Arntzen guesting on clarinet. This swing and Jazz group from the Vancouver area play any style of Jazz, including, American Popular Song, Swing & Big Band Classics, Bossa Nova & Latin. Their talent, professionalism and ability will amaze you.

Intermissions Music – Electro-swing DJ Rudy and DJ Spry bring you a fresh live mix of sultry vintage sounds and a good dose of downright dirty dance-floor beats.

Room 3 (The Tropical Party Lounge)
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The Tropical Party Lounge – DJ Michael Laycock and Guests takes you on a tour of Brazilian beats, Caribbean grooves, African rhythms, Arabian waves, and Balkan bangers.

Room 4 ( The Funky Club Room )
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DJ Chinito plus Guests will play all the hottest Top 40s, soulful House, Hip Hop, Dance Beats, 70s, 80s and Reggaeton.
FEATURED SHOWS
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Mission 007 (James Band Show)
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Special choreographed classy and sexy James Bond girls will dance and bring you a show full of action, mystery and adventure. Join the danger, if you dare.
Samba Dance Show
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Presenting an energetic fast paced number that fuses Hip Hop with Samba. Brazilian Samba dancers will shake their way onto our center stage in colorful carnival costumes.

Belly Dance Show
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Sahara Belly Dancers – Let your imagination travel to the lands of silk and spice. These three exotic dancers will take you to a sensual, captivating world of traditional folk dances with balletic artistry, mesmerizing sword play, enchanting music, and acrobatic feats incorporating Isis wings, fan veils, drums and swords.
Salsa Dance Show
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New York Style Salsa footwork performance by World re-known choreographer, Robin Merchant and Mambo dancer instructor & choreographer Giovanni Ventura.
Hip hop sensation Robin merchant explores the Latin rhythms with this electrifying performance.
Fire Dance Show
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Fire Magic – David Yates will weave blazing geometry in the air, combining poise, movement, fire, and music to create dance that is meditative and spellbinding, dazzling and breathtaking.
Stilt-Walking Jokers
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Watch out for our towering mischief maker who may appear unexpectedly behind you, pour you a glass of wine, or bust out in a funky dance that defies gravity.

Dinner with a Revolving View – 25% off
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Cloud 9 revolving restaurant is offering a 25% discount on their amazing 4 course meal with a 360 degrees view for our ticket holders. Offer applies to those enjoying the meal and leaving by 7:30pm.
For details on the restaurant and their menu, please check:

http://www.cloud9restaurant.ca/menus.html

Empire NYE Affair at The Empire Landmark Hotel
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Location – 1400 Robson St (at Nicola) In the heart of Downtown
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Doors open – 8:00pm
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Complimentary Lesson – Salsa, , Bachata & Swing 8:30pm
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Party – 10pm – 3:00am
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PARKING – Street and Hotel Parking
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Dress Code in effect – Sexy/Sophisticated
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Fully licensed bars – (19 and over)
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Hotel Room Special
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For all pre-purchased ticket holders, a reduced room rate at the Empire Landmark Hotel starts at $129 with a proof of purchase; based on double occupancy not including applicable taxes and surcharges. Prices subject to change.

Dress Code – Dress to impress
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Tickets include:
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Access to all party rooms
Shows and entertainment. Appetizers, Desserts
1 Complimentary Drink (alcoholic or non alcoholic)
$50 City Salsa Vibe Party VIP Passes & Coupons
Tickets – Buy it Now
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Early bird tickets Before Dec. 15th

$65 Buy 1 or more On Sale
$60 Buy 3 or more On Sale
$55 Buy 10 or more On Sale

$70 Dec. 16th – Dec. 26th
$75 Dec. 27th – Dec. 30th
$85 at the door

http://www.citysalsavibe.com/celebration.php

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Group Discounts available at 778-882-3737
FOR GROUP BOOKINGS CONTACT US AT INFO@CITYSALSAVIBE.COM / 778.882.3737

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Receive one free introductory trial class with this coupon.

http://vancouverdance.com/vad_coupon.pdf

Offer commences September 10, 2011 and expires September 30, 2011.

Valid with coupon only. Subject to available space.
Limit: one trial lesson per discipline per student.

Join us on Wednesday September 7th for a FREE introductory class to Get Your SEXY Back, 7:30 – 9pm
Wednesdays, 7:30- 9pm from September 14 to November 2, 2011
Sacred Space Studio, 3574 w 4th Ave Kitsilano Vancouver
$255 before September 8, $285 after September 8.

By embracing our sexuality we discover beauty, truth and power within.
Get Your SEXY Back!, a course designed for women focuses on awakening, healing and balancing sexual, life-force energy. Join us as we explore our depths through mind-body integrative practices; movement, yoga, qigong, tantra, dance, art therapy, meditation, shamanic journeying, intuitive development, massage, energy healing and story telling. On this journey of sensual power we will be lead to go within, discover the hidden gems of our sacred inner environment and share in each others truth and bliss. Co-create a supportive atmosphere of compassion, passion and FUN! This program culminates in a creative photo-shoot, to capture and celebrate our new found sexy selves!

Your Guide~
On a path of sexual empowerment and healing for over ten years Stephanie Lafazanos has realized the value of empowering other women to explore and heal in areas of sexuality. Stephanie has completed Tantric Instructor training with Ishtara Tantra School as well as continued studies in sexual healing and feminine energy cultivation with Master Mantak Chia and Minke De Voss of Universal Tao and the Divine Feminine Institute. She has been called on to educate groups of sex therapists and has appeared on radio shows; Juice Box Radio, Open Secrets and Conscious Living Network as an expert in Tantra. She has lead at women?s retreats and sexual empowerment and healing programs for women and now regularly teaches Better Sex Yoga at the Art of Loving in Vancouver and Tantric Mediations for Couples. Her current projects include editing a book publication of Taoist feminine practices by Minke DeVoss, and creating Get Your Sexy Back! A program to help women connect positively to their se xuality.