Good people. Good dancing. Two upmarket studios on one site.
Sprung floors, full mirrors, great decor, and easy parking, at ...
 

The DANCE CENTRE
Planet Dance, 

JAZZ Unlimited Dance Studio,
Planet Pix Photography,
& Supreme Dance Academy

   169 London St, Hamilton.   
Phone:  (07) 838 0096 any time.

For Supreme Dance Academy phone: 021 178 7590
 

Email:  planetdance@xtra.co.nz   or   jazzunlimited@xtra.co.nz

 

 

 (From London St, opposite Toyota Motors, at the back of the carpark between MacElwain's Auctions and Federated Farmers Building (also # 169), middle unit. From Tristram St, behind New Save Asian Supermarket)

 

  Planet Dance timetable further down this page                                             JAZZ Unlimited timetable at the bottom of this page

DVDs and photos of our 2009 end-of-year Show: DVDs are $45 (+$5 postage). Photos are supplied on CD: $1/image +$2 for case-and-CD (minimum order $10) - available at The Dance Centre. The 2008 and 2007 DVDs are still available, as are 2008 photos.

TEACHERS: If you want to become a teacher at PLANET DANCE, and have the requisite dance talent, qualifications, and personal attributes, please email us with your CV.

VENUE TO RENT: Studio space is available at The Dance Centre for teaching and training by community and other groups, 7 days a week, by arrangement, for dance, fitness, health, theatre, and related activities. Please contact us to discuss your requirements. Ph: (07) 838 0096. Email: planetdance@xtra.co.nz

PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY with PLANET PIX:
            WEDDINGS: If you want professional photos taken of your wedding, we do FREE, no-obligation trial pics so you can check our quality and style. We also do FREE engagement photography if you sign us on for your wedding photography. For weddings the base fee is $1,000.00 which includes: 5 hours of photographic coverage of your wedding day, a high-resolution copy of your photos (digitally enhanced) on DVD, a minimum of 100 6x4, and 50 A4, colour, black-and-white, and tinted photos, and a contact sheet of supplied photos. Add $250 for a second photographer.

            PORTRAITS: The total fee is $150 for 50 enhanced images on CD, with a lower fee for fewer images. The cost of A4 colour prints is $10 each.
           
            OTHER: We also do event, dance, theatre, sport, fashion and commercial photography, at our studio and/or your venue(s). We can show you a portfolio of our work. For functions/shows, the fee is negotiable based on length of function and number of enhanced images, but normally between $250 and $500.

             Please contact us at any time.  Ph: (07) 838 0096. Email: planetpix@xtra.co.nz [website under construction]

PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO TO RENT: We have 2 studios suitable for photography at The Dance Centre. We have 3m high curtains on double tracks along 2 walls in both studios, good natural and artificial lighting (with extra moveable lights), full-wall-length mirrors in both studios, and lots of space for large groups. Please contact us at any time.  Ph: (07) 838 0096. Email: planetpix@xtra.co.nz

Join the PLANET PIX PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB: for group photography outings, learning and sharing photography and editing skills with others, getting group discounts when buying photographic gear, having discounted access to our photographic studios when you want to take your own pics, and having space in our gallery to display your work (in print and/or digitally). Please contact us at any time.  Ph: (07) 838 0096. Email: planetpix@xtra.co.nz

PERSONALISED WEDDING ACCESSORIES: wedding ring cushions, garters, good luck horseshoes, and much more. Handmade with fine fabric and high-quality materials. Visit www.mydaymystyle.com   Phone (07) 856 4901 or 021 1381 581.

PLANET DANCE:

• From Beginners to Advanced (L1-4), age 10-adult, you can start at any time. No prior dance experience is needed. The main dance styles:
                       Ballroom + Latin - part of the Dancesport repertoire. We specialise in social dance.
                       Argentine Tango - all forms.
                       Salsa - genuine LA style (On1), New York style (On2), Cuban; plus Bachata and Merengue.
                       Modern Jive - aka Le Bop, LaRoc, Ceroc, etc - our Latin Rock has definite footwork and timing, different styling, lots
                           of new moves, and is unique.

• Casual classes and courses. You don’t have to bring a partner. Courses are normally 10 weeks. Dress code - smart casual (plastic caps on high heels please).

• Teacher trained by world-class internationals: proper technique, usable skills, stylish moves, graded programmes, and a great atmosphere, with fun, safety, and excellent value for money. Private lessons are available (at your place or ours).

• Join the fun and learn the authentic forms of the dances sweeping the world.

• Performances, parties, practices, appraisals; course completion and formal assessment certificates.

• Annual assessments are held in October. These are voluntary.

• Your goals might include social dancing, learning to dance for your wedding (we can photograph your wedding too), new friends, general and dance fitness, weight loss, basic or advanced training, Shows, and competitions. There is something for everyone.

• We will also come to your venue to teach - for parties, work functions, etc - or to perform - weddings included.

• Professional end-of-year Show for students who wish to perform.

JAZZ Unlimited:

• From Beginners to Advanced (age 3-adult).

• Highly qualified, committed and caring teachers. An inclusive, positive culture.

• Professional syllabi (AJDA for American Jazz and Tap; BBO for classical ballet; Broken Beat Dance Syllabus for Hip Hop), an exam programme (jazz, tap, ballet, hip hop), demo crews, cheerleading, fun classes, holiday classes, competitions, and Shows. There are also non-exam adult classes.

• Classes are course-based, and students enrol and pay by the term. Private lessons are available.

• Visiting teachers from overseas run workshops annually (Phoenix International).

• Gain dance and teamwork skills, performance experience, fitness & general health, self-esteem, friendships, and highly regarded qualifications.

• If you have or wish to develop the skill-set for teaching, we provide in-house training and teaching opportunities - please ask for details.

• Exams are held in Term 3 (August and September). These are not compulsory, but are highly recommended in the exam-based classes.

• Professional end-of-year Show for all classes.

JAZZ Unlimited

 

for top technical and performance training,
with dedicated professional staff, in a firm, caring, supportive environment.

American Jazz Dance (AJDA), American Tap (AJDA), Classical Ballet (BBO), Hip Hop, Cheerleading, Adult classes, and Junior Salsa … all at The Dance Centre, 169 London St, Hamilton

 

For more information on enrolment, timetable details, course and exam fees, etc, please contact us:

 

Phone: (07) 838 0096 (any time)      Email: jazzunlimited@xtra.co.nz

                                                           UPCOMING EVENTS

(1) Term 3 starts Monday 19 July and finishes Friday 24 September (10 weeks). Term 3 enrolments are now open.
                                                           New Term 3 classes:
                                                                    Tuesdays, 4.00-4.30  Tiny Bops (ages 3+4). Starts 27 July (Week 2).
                                                                    Thursdays, 3.30-4.00  Tiny Bops (ages 3+4). Starts 29 July (Week 2).

(2) Christmas Show: Saturday 11 December. Two shows: 1.00 pm, 7.30 pm. Venue: Southwell School Performing Arts Centre.
                                                           Tickets available from 11 October: early-bird, family and group discounts.