Happy New Year! Winter Schedule, New Classes, and MORE from SBS

Hello friends,
Can you believe it's 2009 already!?!
We hope you're all having a restful and rejuvenating holiday season.
First off, THANK YOU to all the dancers, teachers, friends and family who came out for our 2nd Annual Holiday Student Showcase! The DVD's are DONE (that's right! they're done!) and we have them here at the studio for $10. All proceeds go to Justin Whitney, our wonderful videographer. We will have a viewing party this Saturday, so come by and watch yourself on screen!

For those of you itching to get back to class, we are offering a special, limited "holiday" schedule from December 27-Jan 2nd.

Our full Winter Schedule begins Saturday, January 3rd. For 2009 we're unveiling some exciting new classes at the Shoebox, including Yoga & Bellydance with Deb Rubin, 30 minute Dance Conditioning classes throughout the week, and a new "Leveled" Fusion Bellydance curriculum with Cera.

Please read on below for the holiday schedule, the NEW winter schedule, and more!

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In This Newsletter...

1) Holiday Student Show DVD viewing party - Saturday, Dec. 27th, 5pm
2) Holiday Schedule, Dec. 27th-Jan 2nd
3) Winter 2009 Class Schedule - Some day/time changes + NEW CLASSES
4) DISCOUNT - $100 for a 10-class card, all of January 2009
5) Join the Shoebox page on FACEBOOK
6) Discounted Personal Training w/ Cera for January

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1) Holiday Student Show DVD viewing party - Saturday, Dec. 27th, 5pm

The DVD's from the student show are here, and they look AMAZING! Join us for a DVD viewing party on Saturday, Dec. 27th at 5pm. Please feel free to bring Food & Drink to share!
DVD's are available to show participants for $10.

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2) Holiday Schedule, Dec. 27th-Jan 2nd
You can also find this information on the front page of our website.
This schedule is valid ONLY December 27-Jan 2nd.

Saturday, December 27
11:00 AM -12:00 PM	$5 Pilates
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM	Mixed Level Bellydance
Monday, December 29
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	Yoga/Pilates Combo
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM	Capoeira
Tuesday, December 30
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	Yoga/Pilates Combo
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Hip Hop Fusion
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM	Mixed Level Bellydance
Wednesday, December 31
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	Yoga/Pilates Combo
Friday, January 2
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Champagne Pilates
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Modern Fusion

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3) Winter 2009 Class Schedule - Some day/time changes + NEW CLASSES

Saturdays
10:15 AM -11:00 AM	$5 Pilates
11:30 PM - 1:00 PM 1:30 - 3:30 PM	Fusion Bellydance Levels 1&2 w/ Cera Studio Troupe Rehearsal
Mondays
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Salsa Rueda w/ Nick & Serena ($13)
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM	Capoeira w/ Saul
Tuesdays
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Dance Conditioning w/ Cera ($10)
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Hip Hop Fusion w/ Cera
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM	American Cabaret Bellydance w/ Nanna
Wednesdays
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Dance Conditioning w/ Cera ($10)
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Fusion Bellydance Level 1 w/ Cera
Thursdays
6:30-8 PM	Yoga & Bellydance w/ Deb Rubin * NEW!
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM	Fusion Bellydance Drills & Basics w/ Gibson Pearl

Fridays
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Modern Fusion w/ Cera

Complete schedule and class descriptions will be available on the website ASAP.

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4) DISCOUNT - $100 for a 10-class card, all of January 2009

For the entire month of January you can pick up a 10-class card for only $100 (a savings of $30)! You can order discounted class cards for yourself, or as a gift for someone else, either on our website, or here at the studio. Class cards are valid for all classes except $5 Pilates, and are valid for 6 months from purchase date. Happy dancing!

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5) Join the Shoebox page on FACEBOOK

Hear about upcoming classes and events, view photos and videos, and chat with other Shoebox students + fans on Facebook! Show your studio support and add the Shoebox page to your favorites!

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Shoebox-Studio/31582208038?ref=ts

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6) Discounted Personal Training w/ Cera for January

January is traditionally the time of resolutions, changes, and new beginnings.
An excellent way to stay active, fit, committed, and focused is Personal Training!
Sessions are built around your personal fitness goals and are designed to motivate, inspire, and challenge even the couchiest of couch potatoes.
For the month of January, you can work out with Cera at prices starting from $60/session, including weekly phone and email support.
Online Fitness Coaching is also available starting at $100/month!
Visit http://www.cerawithac.com/personaltraining to sign up for a FREE consultation and read client reviews.

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Happy New Year & We'll see you soon!


AND, DON'T MISS...
The Breakthrough Fusion Bellydance Competition, January 4th, 2009
The kick-off Bellydance event of '09!
http://www.breakthroughdance.com

October @ Shoebox!

Hello friends,
Can you believe it's October already? We have a lot going on here at the 'Box, including the start of Winter Performance Workshops with some exciting new offerings, the registration deadline for the November Yoga Intensive with Tanya Lee, and preparations for our 1 Year Anniversary party (which we hope you'll all attend).
What has made this year so special for us is getting to share our love of movement with all of you. We hope our 2nd year is even bigger & better! Come join us for workshops, partying, and classes - and let's celebrate!

See you soon,
Cera, Omar, & Shoebox Studio

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1) New Session begins - Winter Performance Workshops begin October 10th
2) October 15th Registration DEADLINE for Tanya Lee's Power Yoga Fusion Workshop/Intensive
3) 3rd Fridays party, October 17th
4) Dia De Los Muertos 1 Year ANNIVERSARY BASH! - Performers wanted
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1) New Session begins - Winter Performance Workshops begin October 10th

Fall session FLEW by, and now it is time to start working on our 2nd Annual Holiday Performance Showcase! Our student recitals have been getting bigger and better every time, and this one should be no different!

Each workshop runs for 10 weeks, beginning October 10th and culminating in the Student Showcase on December 19th.
You do not have to perform to take the workshop, but it's highly encouraged!

Cost: $140 (includes all 10 class/rehearsals + performance night)
Drop in rate during workshop session: $16

Participating classes:

• Salsa Rueda w/ Nick & Serena: Mondays, 6-7:30pm (Oct.13-Dec.15), All levels
• Capoeira w/ Saul: Mondays, 7:30-9pm (Oct. 13-Dec. 15), All Levels
• Int/Adv Tribal Fusion w/ Cera: Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm, (Oct. 14-Dec. 16), All Levels
• American Cabaret Bellydance w/ Nanna: Tuesdays, 7:30-9pm (Oct. 14-Dec. 16), Some Bellydance Experience Recommended
• Hip Hop Fusion w/ Cera: Thursdays, 6:30-7:45pm (Oct. 15-Nov. 20, Dec. 4-Dec. 18th), All Levels - NOTE: 9 weeks w/ Thanksgiving Holiday. Pro-rated at $130
• Bellydance Fusion Drills & Basics w/ Gibson Pearl: Thursdays, 8-9:30pm (Oct. 15-Nov. 20, Dec. 4-Dec. 18th), All Levels - NOTE: 9 weeks w/ Thanksgiving Holiday. Pro-rated at $130
• Modern Fusion w/ Cera: Fridays, 6-7:30pm (Oct. 10-Dec. 12), All Levels
  

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2) October 15th Registration DEADLINE for Tanya Lee's Power Yoga Fusion Workshop/Intensive

If you haven't signed up yet for Tanya Lee's Power Yoga Fusion Weekend Workshop or Teacher Training Intensive - you may miss your chance! October 15th is the ABSOLUTE cut-off date for registration. Register now to reserve your spot:
http://poweryogafusion.eventbrite.com/


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3) 3rd Friday's party, October 17th

This month's 3rd Friday's party is October 17th, 8-11pm. Join us for food, drinks, dancing, and hangin out!
If you'd like to perform at this months party, hit reply and let us know!

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4) Dia De Los Muertos 1 Year ANNIVERSARY BASH! - Performers wanted
Saturday, November 1st, 2008
8pm-??

We've made it one year here at 855 Folsom! To celebrate, we're having a reprise of our Dia De Los Muertos Themed opening party!
We'd love it if any of our students or friends would like to showcase their talent at this party. If you'd like to perform, hit reply and let us know.
The night will also feature a Costume Contest, Raffle prizes, and performances all night! Win free classes! See your favorite teachers perform! Celebrate 1 year of classes at the 'box!


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See you all soon!

www.shoeboxsf.com
http://www.yelp.com/biz/shoebox-studio-san-francisco

June News! Performance Workshops, 3rd Fridays Party, & More!

Hello Shoeboxers!
June is full of great classes, big parties, and general summertime fun here at the 'box!
Check out what's coming, and come on by!
See you soon,
Cera, Deborah, Omar, & Shoebox Studio


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1) 8 Week Summer Performance Workshops - It's not too late to join!
2) Change in Ariellah's Workshop
3) 3rd Fridays! June 20th Party & Hafla
4) Interested in becoming a Personal Trainer/Health & Fitness Coach?
5) Review Shoebox on Yelp!

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1) 8 Week Summer Performance Workshops!

Beginning in June, join us for our Summer Student Showcase! For 8 weeks, your favorite classes become a Mini-Company as we prepare for our second student recital!
On August 8th, We'll perform at the Garage Theater to a live audience of our friends and family!
Dates: June 2-August 8

Participating Classes:

Advanced Tribal Fusion Bellydance w/ Cera
American Cabaret Bellydance w/ Nanna
Dark Fusion Bellydance w/ Ariellah
Hip Hop Fusion w/ Cera
Fusion Bellydance Basics w/ Gibson
Teen Hip Hop w/ Cera

The show will be held in a professional theater, and a DVD video will be made available for participants. The show will also feature a performance by the Shoebox Studio Troupe, Damage Control Dance Theater, Several of your favorite teachers, and surprise guests!

Cost for the full 8 week workshop will be $120. Drop in for these classes will increase to $16 during the duration of the classes. You may register for the workshop and opt-out of the show - but why not challenge yourself to get out there and perform!?

Registration is available on the Shoebox Website. Register online now, or just register next time you're in the studio!

NOTE: If you missed one, or need to miss one, that's okay! Registeer in person and we'll deduct the cost of your missed class from the workshop rate.

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2) Change in Ariellah's Workshop

Unfortunately, our beloved Ariellah sustained an injury on her trip! Her workshop will be postponed. It will NOT be beginning tonight, June 4 - we will have more info ASAP.
For the next 2 weeks (June 4 & June 11) Ariellah's regular class will be subbed by Cera.

Feel free to call or email with any questions.

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3) 3rd Friday's Party - June 20th!

Beginning this month - 3rd Friday's at Shoebox, a monthly Salon, hafla, mixer, and dance party!
Our first event will be June 20th, and will feature food, sangria, dancers, great music, and a chance for you to mix it up with your fellow Shoeboxer's! Mark your calendars, and come on out!
Featuring performances by Cera, Mina of Dallou Dance Co., & More!
If you would like to perform at this or any Shoebox Party, just hit reply to this email and let me know!

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4) Are you interested in becoming a Personal Trainer or Health/Fitness Coach?

One of Cera's mentors, internationally acclaimed Fitness Model & Teacher Tanya Lee, has offered to hold a certification intensive here at Shoebox Studio in her amazing BodyArt Method.
We are gauging interest in this intensive now, which would be held around October-November. If you might be interested in attending this, please respond to this email and let us know!
For more information on Tanya and BodyArt Fitness, click here: http://www.bodyartfitness.com/index.htm

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5) Review Shoebox on Yelp!

Every review helps! Please take the time to review your experiences here at Shoebox on Yelp.com!
http://www.yelp.com/biz/shoebox-studio-san-francisco