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Win Free Lessons!

posted May 29, 2011 11:19 AM by Kevin Smith   [ updated May 29, 2011 12:01 PM ]

I have a new contest starting June 1st, and the prizes are going to be free dance lessons!  I'll be  giving away several packages of dance lessons at the end of the month, read below for some of the many ways you can enter!

-Every person who "likes" my business during the month will get 5 entries (those of you who have already liked the page will get 10 entries for being such helpful early adopters!)
-Every person who attends a lesson during the month will receive 5 entries.
-Every person who "checks in" on Facebook during their lessons will receive 5 entries.
-Every person who writes a review on my Facebook business page will receive 10 entries (only once per student though).
-Every student that you refer to me who purchases my introductory special will earn the referrer 10 entries, as well as an entry of their own
-There will also be special events and promotions throughout the month where you can earn more entries!

Good luck everybody, and thanks for all your help!

Kevin Smith Ballroom Dance Instruction

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Schedule Your Lessons Online!

posted Feb 2, 2010 8:18 AM by Kevin Smith

I'm trying out a new feature that will allow students to schedule private lessons online!  When you follow the link on the Book Your Lessons page, you will be able to see my schedule of availability.  If you see any times that would work for you, select all that apply.  As soon as you do, I'll get an email with your list of suggested appointment times.  I just select one that works for both of us and you'll get a confirmation email in seconds. 

If you use a computerized schedule (Outlook, Google Calendar, iPhone) the confirmation will also have an attachment that will let you automatically add the appointment to your calendar of choice!

You can always schedule things the old-fashioned way over the phone or via email, but several students have requested this and I'm actually really excited about its possibilities!  If you like it (or hate it), be sure and let me know!

University of Arkansas Students...

posted Jan 13, 2010 12:10 PM by Kevin Smith

I am very excited to announce that I have been selected as the new instructor for the University of Arkansas Ballroom and Latin Dance Club!  We had our first meeting of the semester on Monday night, and it looks like we're going to have a great group this year.  We had more than 45 students for the first meeting, with several who weren't able to make it. 
 
Our next meeting is on Monday, January 25th at 8:30 in the HPER, room 220.  Hope to see you there!

New Year's News

posted Jan 8, 2010 8:08 AM by Kevin Smith

Happy 2010 everybody!  Hopefully this crazy weather hasn't caused anybody too many problems...  With the new year just under way, now is a great time to make learning to dance one of your goals for 2010! 
 
For those of you already taking lessons, set some new goals for this year.  Maybe it's time to test out of your current dance level, or now might be the time to start thinking about putting together a performance piece or some competitive routines.  Even if it's just a new dance that you've always wanted to learn, make this new decade your reason to go out and reach for your new goals!

Holiday Gift Certificates Now Available

posted Nov 29, 2009 5:29 PM by Kevin Smith

For those of you who survived Black Friday and are still looking for that special holiday gift, I now have gift certificates available for all types of ballroom dance lessons!  Whether you're looking for an inexpensive stocking stuffer or a fantastic anniversary present, there is sure to be a gift certificate available that has just what you need.  If there isn't, let me know and I'll happily create a custom certificate just for you.

All my gift certificates are available with custom messages, just tell me what you need!

Free Dance Lessons!!!

posted Nov 23, 2009 8:54 PM by Kevin Smith

Hey everybody, I am so thankful to all of my students and friends who have made my first year here in Arkansas such a great success, that I want to give something back.  So, in the spirit of the first Thanksgiving, I will be giving away some free dance lessons to members of the NWA Ballroom and Latin Dance Club.  Go join the group and check out the message board for details on the contest. 

Good luck, and thanks!

Northwest Arkansas Ballroom and Latin Dance Club

posted Nov 19, 2009 6:32 PM by Kevin Smith

Hey everybody, if you have been looking for a group of people to go out dancing with, you're in luck!  We've just formed a new group on meetup.com (don't worry, it's free!), hoping to help coordinate our dancing plans and help make new friends.

I chose Meetup.com because it provides a great way to coordinate large groups of people that want to get together and have a good time.   The NWA Ballroom & Latin Dance Club is open to everybody who is interested in dancing.  Whether you're an instructor or a novice, somebody who likes ballet or hip-hop or ballroom or country - you're welcome to join!

Group classes this Saturday!

posted Nov 9, 2009 10:10 AM by Kevin Smith

Sorry for the last-minute info, but we've finally got the schedule for the activities in downtown Fayetteville this Saturday!  Give me a call at 405-206-8702 or email me at tuxedokmax@gmail.com to pre-register.
 
Dance Adventure Saturday!
Experience a variety of dances and a variety of guest teachers all in one day!
$15 per class or $50 for entire day!   $8 per class or $30 for entire day w/student I.D.                                                  MUST PREREGISTER! And RSVP required.  Limited space available.
 
Schedule of classes --- Take one or take them all! 
1-2:30pm  - Lindy Hop by Marcus Coker
2:45-4:15 – Salsa/Merengue by Kevin Smith
4:30-6pm – Argentine Tango by Elayne
7-8:30pm –  Night Club/Blues Dance by Elayne
Open Dance 8:30-10:30pm (approx. time)
 
DOWNTOWN DANCES
NOV. 14   -   1 E. Center, Fayetteville downtown square

Back From Vacation!

posted Nov 6, 2009 6:25 AM by Kevin Smith

Well, New York City on Halloween was everything one would imagine!  Absolute insanity, but utterly amazing.  I accomplished almost everything on my wishlist, including getting in a little Salsa time while I was there.  If any of you dancers are headed that way let me know and I'll clue you in to some great locations (including the late-night harbor cruise that gave me the opportunity to dance beneath the Statue of Liberty!)
 
Glad to be back and scheduling lessons.  Can't wait to teach  you to dance!

Upcoming Dance Events

posted Oct 19, 2009 11:15 AM by Kevin Smith   [ updated Oct 19, 2009 12:12 PM ]

I'm currently working on a calendar for upcoming dance events, but I need your help!  If you know of any places or times for ballroom students to go out and use their new skills in the real world let me know!  I'll add it to the calendar, which should be up in a few days. 
 
My goal is for the calendar to be fully compatible with Google Calendar, so that anybody with a device (like the iPhone) can subscribe to it, and always know at a glance when the next dance event will be scheduled!

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