I love dancing - it makes me feel sumptuous, elegant and womanly, and is a great way to boost confidence.
I have been dancing in a number of different guises for almost 20 years now, with traditional dance forms being my preference. I will never forget going to my first Middle Eastern dance class with my sister, and gazing in wonder at the class teacher who was a small, coquettish British woman, but who moved in the most sublime way, and clearly felt euphoric when she danced. From that day on, I knew it was something that was guaranteed to bring me joy, and after a great career in the television industry for 17 years, I now want to empower others to realise the huge benefits that can be achieved through dance.
After all, it gets us active, it focuses our minds, it`s a great way to make new friends and be part of a supportive community, it helps us tone up and get fit, and it`s one of the best ways to have fun and grow in confidence!
Of course dance classes are classically evening pursuits, although being a busy Mum myself, I wanted to provide some classes for post school drop-off Mums to come and unwind in, so I have tried to formulate a morning and evening programme of classes to hopefully provide something for everybody.
So in the words of that old adage, "Dance like no-one`s watching", and let your sensuality shine through.
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Your instructors
Below is a list of your qualified dance instructors for the Bristol Clifton region. All our instructors have a passion for dance and this is backed up by a wealth of experience. Please find below individual profiles for each of our instructors.
Chohan Huang
Dancing is a huge part of my life. The best part of dance for me is being able to feel the music and release the emotion through performing.
I have been dancing since I was 5 - traditional Chinese dance, ballet and Modern dance were my foundation. Since 2000, I started my career as a part time dancing teacher and dancer specializing in street dance. From 2005, I became a professional dance instructor. Normally, I cooperated with schools as a coach for competition, and fortunately we won an award. Also, the age range of my students is from 3 to 40 years old.
Discovering students’ natural beauty and building up their confidence is my career expectation. My ambition is always to encourage class members to fully enjoy the dance instead of focusing on technical improvement.
The following classes are currently available, please call me to book your place.
SlimDance 6.30-7.30pm, Long Ashton Village Hall, from Sunday, 22nd January 2012. Long Ashton Village Hall, Keedwell Hill, BS41 9DP.
Long Ashton Village Hall, Keedwell Hill, BS41 9DP.
Class information
This is the perfect de stress party workout of the week. We have combined the very best body shaping moves from all the hottest Latin tunes.
Similar to salsacise but with our totally unique routines you will absolutely love it. Why go to the gym when you can dance your way into great shape and have a great night out with your friends. Even though the music is hot and exciting you can move at your own pace so don’t be afraid to join us.
This is the ultimate all over body toning experience that will improve your shape and fitness while putting a smile on your face!
SlimDance Mondays, 11.30am-12.30pm @ Henleaze Trinity URC, from 9th January 2012. Bradbury Hall @ Trinity Henleaze URC, Waterford Rd, Henleaze,
Bristol, BS9 4BT
This is the perfect de stress party workout of the week. We have combined the very best body shaping moves from all the hottest Latin tunes.
Similar to salsacise but with our totally unique routines you will absolutely love it. Why go to the gym when you can dance your way into great shape and have a great night out with your friends. Even though the music is hot and exciting you can move at your own pace so don’t be afraid to join us.
This is the ultimate all over body toning experience that will improve your shape and fitness while putting a smile on your face!
SlimDance 10.30-11.30am in the Crypt underneath Victoria Methodist Church - from Tuesday, 17th January 2012. The Crypt underneath Victoria Methodist Church, 1a Whiteladies Road, Clifton, Bristol, Avon BS8 BS8 1NU.
The Crypt underneath Victoria Methodist Church, 1a Whiteladies Road, Clifton, Bristol, Avon BS8 BS8 1NU.
Class information
This is the perfect de stress party workout of the week. We have combined the very best body shaping moves from all the hottest Latin tunes.
Similar to salsacise but with our totally unique routines you will absolutely love it. Why go to the gym when you can dance your way into great shape and have a great night out with your friends. Even though the music is hot and exciting you can move at your own pace so don’t be afraid to join us.
This is the ultimate all over body toning experience that will improve your shape and fitness while putting a smile on your face!
SlimDance 5.45-6.45pm in the Dance Studio at Cotham School - from Thursday, 12th January 2012. The Dance Studio, Cotham School, Cotham Lawn Road, Bristol, BS6 6DT
This is the perfect de stress party workout of the week. We have combined the very best body shaping moves from all the hottest Latin tunes.
Similar to salsacise but with our totally unique routines you will absolutely love it. Why go to the gym when you can dance your way into great shape and have a great night out with your friends. Even though the music is hot and exciting you can move at your own pace so don’t be afraid to join us.
This is the ultimate all over body toning experience that will improve your shape and fitness while putting a smile on your face!
SlimDance 7-8pm Christchurch Primary School, Clifton. From Monday, 30th January 2012. Christchurch Primary School, Clifton, BS8 3AW.
Christchurch Primary School, Clifton, BS8 3AW.
Class information
This is the perfect de stress party workout of the week. We have combined the very best body shaping moves from all the hottest Latin tunes.
Similar to salsacise but with our totally unique routines you will absolutely love it. Why go to the gym when you can dance your way into great shape and have a great night out with your friends. Even though the music is hot and exciting you can move at your own pace so don’t be afraid to join us.
This is the ultimate all over body toning experience that will improve your shape and fitness while putting a smile on your face!
Latin Solo - Beginners Bronze 10-11am, Cotham Parish Church Hall - from Wednesday, 11th January 2012. Cotham Parish Church Hall, Cotham Road, BS6 6DG.
Cotham Parish Church Hall, Cotham Road, BS6 6DG.
Class information
This is a fun and addictive mix of easy to learn, classic Salsa, Cha Cha, Rhumba Samba Jive and Merengue steps.
You wont need a partner and the class is suitable for all ages.
This course is perfect for those wishing for a great night out using dance as an enjoyable way of shedding a few pounds and getting into shape!
You will learn all the basic steps and make new friends without having to drag a partner along.
This is the starting point for everyone. The 6 week bronze course will teach you all your basic moves and allow you to deliver a perfectly choreographed routine by week 6. After just one night even the worst dancers will be excited about mastering the basic steps, and you will be counting the days to your next lesson!
Latin Solo - Freestyle 10.45-11.45am, Redland Club - from Friday, 6th January 2012. Redland Club, Burlington Road, Redland, BS6 6TN.
Redland Club, Burlington Road, Redland, BS6 6TN.
Class information
This is a fun and addictive mix of easy to learn, classic Salsa, Cha Cha, Rhumba Samba Jive and Merengue steps.
You wont need a partner and the class is suitable for all ages.
This course is perfect for those wishing for a great night out using dance as an enjoyable way of shedding a few pounds and getting into shape!
You will learn all the basic steps and make new friends without having to drag a partner along.
This is the class that everyone aspires to and your dance instructor will tell you when your ready. Here you can turn up the tempo learn new steps and really hone your skills. In addition for the confident dancers that want to push to greater heights we also offer a National Showcase Competition Final each year so please ask your dance instructor for details.
Latin Solo - Freestyle 8-9pm - St. Georges Hall, Easton in Gordano. From Tuesday, 31st January 2012. St. Georges Hall, Easton in Gordano, BS20 0PA.
St. Georges Hall, Easton in Gordano, BS20 0PA.
Class information
This is a fun and addictive mix of easy to learn, classic Salsa, Cha Cha, Rhumba Samba Jive and Merengue steps.
You wont need a partner and the class is suitable for all ages.
This course is perfect for those wishing for a great night out using dance as an enjoyable way of shedding a few pounds and getting into shape!
You will learn all the basic steps and make new friends without having to drag a partner along.
This is the class that everyone aspires to and your dance instructor will tell you when your ready. Here you can turn up the tempo learn new steps and really hone your skills. In addition for the confident dancers that want to push to greater heights we also offer a National Showcase Competition Final each year so please ask your dance instructor for details.
Latin Solo - Beginners Bronze 6.45-7.45pm - St. Georges Hall, Easton in Gordano. Start date: TBC. St. Georges Hall, Easton in Gordano, BS20 0PA.
St. Georges Hall, Easton in Gordano, BS20 0PA.
Class information
This is a fun and addictive mix of easy to learn, classic Salsa, Cha Cha, Rhumba Samba Jive and Merengue steps.
You wont need a partner and the class is suitable for all ages.
This course is perfect for those wishing for a great night out using dance as an enjoyable way of shedding a few pounds and getting into shape!
You will learn all the basic steps and make new friends without having to drag a partner along.
This is the starting point for everyone. The 6 week bronze course will teach you all your basic moves and allow you to deliver a perfectly choreographed routine by week 6. After just one night even the worst dancers will be excited about mastering the basic steps, and you will be counting the days to your next lesson!
Testimonials
Check out what our class members have to say about attending our classes.
My name is Jools and I LOVE Slim Dance! It's such a fun, exciting way to keep fit (and lose weight!). In just the first lesson of the Bronze course, we learned and 'performed' our first dance sequence and laughed quite a lot in the process! I recommend this wonderful course to anyone who enjoys dancing, loves being with like-minded people and wants to keep fit in a fun way.
Cathy provides a fantastic variety of music - really diverse. No matter how low I am feeling, I always end the class feeling exhilarated, having danced out my demons. Linda W, Bristol.
Here are a selection of testimonials from other SlimDance classes
Hi my name is Laura. I came along with my friend to the Latin Solo course first of all and we enjoyed it so much that we told everyone. Now we`ve done Bronze, Silver and Gold in Latin Solo and we can`t wait to start the SlimDance course. I don't think I`ll ever go to the gym again and never realized getting fit would be so much fun! Love it!
Hi my name is Kirstie Hutchinson and I`ve been coming to the local SlimDance classes for 9 weeks and absolutely loving it. It`s very energetic, great fun and I`ve met some really nice friends. We just have a great laugh!
Hi I`m Jenny. I really enjoy the social aspect of the SlimDance classes. I come with my friend but if I`d come on my own it would have been no problem. We`ve met some lovely ladies and made some great new friends. We now come to three classes a week and it`s great fun.
My name is Lisa and I`ve been coming to the Latin Solo classes for 16 weeks. I`m thrilled at what I`ve achieved and surprised at how much fun it is. I`m half way through the Gold course and really quite proud of myself!
Hi I`m Teresa from Reading. A friend persuaded me to come to a Latin Solo class 10 weeks ago and I`m so glad she did. I didn`t think I needed to lose weight or get fitter but I now feel healthier and I`ve definitely caught the dance bug. I absolutely love it. The Instructor is really great, I don`t think I`ll ever win a medal but it`s the most fun I`ve had in years!
Hi my name is Erin. I come to SlimDance with 2 of my friends from work and it`s really good fun. We have such a laugh every week. The instructor is fantastic and such a great teacher we really do feel like we are learning how to dance. We`re nearly into the Freestyle course and it`s just getting better every week
Hi my name is Sally and I`ve been coming to my Latin Solo class for 13 weeks. I`ve lost 19lbs and I`m absolutely loving it! I find I really look forward to coming every week. Losing weight has never been so much fun!
Hi I`m Janice and I run the local Farm Shop. When we heard about the Latin Solo class starting in the village all the girls here wanted to go! We`ve been coming along ever since. We enjoy every second and it`s now the highlight of the week!
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My name is Jools and I LOVE Slim Dance! It's such a fun, exciting way to keep fit (and lose weight!). In just the first lesson of the Bronze course, we learned and 'performed' our first dance sequence and laughed quite a lot in the process! I recommend this wonderful course to anyone who enjoys dancing, loves being with like-minded people and wants to keep fit in a fun way.
