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Is Dancing Rock n Roll Heaven Or Hell?

Winston Churchill wrote that after he died and arrived in Heaven he would like to spend a good deal of his first million years painting. I'm no artist, except with the BS perhaps, so after I die I think I would like to spend a good deal of my first million years dancing Rock 'n' Roll. But just what will Rock 'n' Roll be like in Heaven? Perfect, of course.

Alcohol vs Rock n Roll

Rock n Roll dance is no sinking ship but in South Australia at least, it could be headed for a watery grave. Alcohol is a problem.

In charge of skirts

skirts1I'm not sexist, but as a man I love to be in charge of skirts. Fortunately, I know some ladies who are not unhappy about that.

Light Arm Rock vs Rough-house Rock

Gareth and Jeryl light armDance with her? No way! She'd rip the wings off a jumbo jet! Is he dancing with that woman or is he trying to beat her up? As light as a ton of bricks.

Disabled kids see Rock n Roll for first time

June and Gareth dance for disabled kidsOn the morning of Thursday, 7th December 2007, highly popular musical duo Boris Loves To Boogie set up their equipment in the gymnasium of the Suneden Special School at Mitchell Park, South Australia. This gig was unusual in that the audience consisted of several dozen children with various intellectual disabilities. These included Down's Syndrome and Angelman's Syndrome.

Putting slippery substances on floors could derail dancing

Increasing the slipperiness of dance floors by priming them with substances like tea leaves and talcum could derail the entire dance community.

Mindfulness and Rock'n'Roll Dance

I recently came across the term 'mindfulness'. How does it relate to rock 'n' roll dancing? Can it help?

Synchronized Dancing Rocks!

Synchronised dancing looks great but there is an added benefit to coordinated couples dancing in regard to newcomers.

Rockin' traffic lights feature Elvis

It seems some pedestrian crossing lights in Friedberg are a bit more lively than usual, according to German news outlet The Local. (Link to The Local news outlet)

Australian Rocker Geoff Skewes Dies

Geoff SkewesWell-known Australian rocker, member of The Vibrants, has passed away. Geoff was a frequent player at many of the Rock 'n' Roll Dance venues in Adelaide, South Australia.

Dangerous Dance Behaviour

As a Rock 'n' Roll dance teacher for fifteen years, one thing I drummed into students was 'keep it safe'. Don't try moves that are beyond your capability.

Dancing Lowers Heart Disease Risk

We knew this! According to an ABC news report, dancing lowers the risk of heart disease. Significantly!

McLaren Vale Rocks

Teaching around eighty people how to dance Rock n Roll in forty-five minutes isn't the easiest task. But, to a committed dance teacher who really wants to see our wonderful activity preserved and gaining popularity, it's definitely worth the effort.

Is "You Lead" a fair call?

You lead!

What we are concerned with here is the classic and very common cry of a man during dancing of "You led!" (How dare you?)

I am convinced that there's more to this than meets the eye!

Rock n Roll Dance -Teach Your Children!

June and Rose love Rock n Roll danceDancing Rock n Roll is a great family activity. Children love music just as much as adults and they enjoy dancing if they're given the opportunity to learn. Dance can help them to appreciate the benefits of structured activity. Since it's also very much a visual art, it can help them to develop self esteem as well as learning constructive social skills within a defined community.

Roll Over, Roy Orbison

Oh, Boy! Did Roy Orbison get it wrong? Buddy Holly would have rolled over in his grave while Beethoven, contrary to the lyrics of Chuck Berry's classic song, rests peacefully in his, secure in the knowledge that his music has withstood the test of time. Rock 'n' Roll die? That'll be the day!

Learn To Dance For Fitness And Romance

Have you ever thought of learning to dance? That's a great move! Dance is a fabulous feel-good exercise. If you wish to attract a new romantic partner, there is no better way than to learn a structured dance style. People who are known as great dancers are always popular with the opposite sex.

June and Derek - Competition winners

June & DerekSouth Australia has many fine Rock n Roll dancers. We have a large Rock n Roll following and many venues featuring bands that play our favourite music style with, good dance floors to practice on. One partnership that has blossomed in recent times is that of June and Derek.