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Subject: I just took Sheila Morretino to the airport so we have been busy and I still haven't told you about the weekend. Tomorrow I'm busy too but I will tell you about it Friday. I hope I can remember everything by then. LOL
SUBJECT: Our World Event Calendar 2025, 2026, & 2027 has been updated
FROM: Stacy J Garcia, stacy...@gmail.com,
If your workshop, event, cruise, or social is not here, please fill out the form below.
Subject: Wednesday Night Line Dance Class in Sarasota, FL
From: John Dembiec
Wednesday night line dance class.
Now offering live Zoom feed of class from 7-9:30ish. Lessons, walk thru reviews, and open dancing. $10. Send an e-mail to: linedanc...@gmail.com for payment info. Please have request for link in by 2PM on Wednesday to allow time to send the link by 6PM.
Hours from 6-10pm. The below playlist is not a final one, request songs will be played throughout the night depending on who is in attendance.
Times below are estimates based on length of teaches and size of class. It is meant as a guideline, NOT exact. Format for the evening playlist is as follows:
6 - 6:45 ABSOLUTE BEGINNER ONLY
** If no AB dancers, I'll do improver by request
7 - 7:30ish is beginner level
7:30 - 8:15ish after beginner teach is improver level dances
8:40ish after intermediate teach is intermediate level dances
Teach tonight: (2nd Week)
7:20 - Wild Thang by J Tropiano (Taught by Jai)
8:00 - The Stars Are To Blame - Sheli Blake
Recent playlist has been: (Not in exact order)
Beginners/Improver:
Somethin' Bout A Woman by Ray Swartz
If It Weren't For The Wind by Jeanne Chamas
Wings To Fly - Rhoda Lai & Hayley Wheatley
Out Of Words by Niels Poulsen
5 Times You by Niels Poulsen
Hoedown by Gary O' Reilly
Slow Motion by Grace David , Roy Verdonk , & Jeffke Camps
Real Men Cry by Maddison Glover
Boots Off by Rachael McEnaney-White
Twenty Two by Michelle Risley
Heel, Toe, Rodeo by Gary O' Reilly
A Dose Of You by John Dembiec
A Rattlesnake Kiss by Maddison Glover
Azizam by Jean-Pierre Madge , Simon Ward , Amy Glass
Intermediate:
Foolish Feelings by Fred Whitehouse & Niels Poulsen
Everyone Needs A Hero by Grace David , Roy Verdonk , & Jeffke Camps
Take Me To The Beach by Debbie Rushton , Gregory Danvoie , Mike Liadouze , Guillaume Richard
No Remorse by Simon Ward & Niels Poulsen
Heard The Beat by Jose Miguel Belloque Vane & Jean-Pierre Madge
Die With A Smile by Simon Ward
Ain't Misbehavin' by Guyton Mundy , Jo Thompson Szymanski , and Amy Glass
Do It With Passion by Niels Poulsen
Voodoo by Rona Kaye
$10 per person
Subject: Suncoast Line Dance Workshop in Sarasota, FL
From: John Dembiec
Hello everyone. I'm under 40 spots left for March's workshop. I have extended the early bird price cut-off to Jan. 2nd. Please don't wait until the last minute because space is limited. The last couple workshops have sold out. If you plan to be around in Sarasota, FL in March, our dance family would love to have you join us.
![]() Subject: Joyland in Sarasota, FL Thursday Night (12/11) Beginner to Intermediate Line Dance Class THURSDAY (I Gotta Learn That Dance) CLASS: Come on out for lessons tomorrow night (12/11) with myself and Jeff French Right here in lovely Sarasota, FL at Joyland.
**Please! No outside drinks! You're welcome to bring in an empty cup and use our free water stations.** -Doors open at 6PM. -Lessons are from 6:30 to 8:30PM. $10.00 -DJ Rudo (Jeremy) will be taking requests for breaks and will take over for Ladies Night at 8:30PM 1. Second Week: Song: Can't Keep Up-Brett Eldridge. Dance: Alligator Smile by Julie Heinrichs-Heisner https://www.copperknob.co.uk/stepsheets/193630/alligator-smile 2. First Week: Song: Spicy Margarita - Jason Derulo & Michael Bublé. Dance: Spicy Margarita (Shot for Shot) **This will be taught by Jeff** https://www.copperknob.co.uk/stepsheets/180013/spicy-margarita-shot-for-shot 3. Third Week: Song: Take Me to the Beach (feat. Baker Boy) - Imagine Dragons. Dance: Take Me to the Beach by Debbie Rushton (UK), Gregory Danvoie (BEL), Mike Liadouze (FR) & Guillaume Richard (FR) - October 2024 https://www.copperknob.co.uk/stepsheets/188882/take-me-to-the-beach Subject: Dancin' w/Trev 12_10 ![]() I'm a day late, and I'm very sorry! It's been a chaotic couple days back to work after last weekend's event! The "FLDC" was an awesome time. I was thrilled to have so much participation in each of my workshops! I know that it's tough to decide which lessons to take, so I'm very thankful for those of you who chose mine! It was an honor to be invited and asked to judge both the ProAm line dance comps with the Wild Roses, as well as the USLDCC choreography competition! Congrats to each of the winners, your hard work and dedication to dance was certainly shown!
I've had many people reach out about future event bookings, at the end of my email I've listed out all my current events and dates I've already booked. This week at the Barn- Wednesday night- 12/10 - Deana will be teaching line dance lessons in the karaoke room. The main floor will have the "Micro Maidens" Upcoming Special Events @ The Barn~
Below are the dances that were taught this past week - The highlighted Links will take you to the original Step sheets, which also include many different Demo and tutorial videos for you to review, if you wish! Dances taught at F.L.D.C
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Code = <TREVOR> Future Dance events/workshops! If you'd like more information on Line dance events more wide-spread. Please look up and follow "line dancers on facebook" Or E-mail Tka...@aol.com and request to be put on the "world line dance newsletter" (and the Facebook Group is "The World Line Dance Newsletter - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2695650167181711/ ) They do a fantastic job sharing all things Line dance! Additionally- If you'd like to join the LIne dancers on Facebook group you can here- https://www.facebook.com/groups/2695650167181711/ February 20-22, 2026 - "Shoreline LowTide"
The Barn in Sanford weekend workshop. This will be another wild weekend packed with multiple dance styles for everyone. Whether you're a line dancer or a swing dancer or you're not even sure, but you like to move when you hear the music, this is a great opportunity to come learn! With some great instructors from all over the United States! Here's where you can get information on registration and pricing-> ShoreLINE & Country Swing Low Tide
March 14, 2026 - "Suncoast Line Dance Workshop"
Sara Dance Center - 2821 Cattleme Rd, Sarasota Fl. This will be a full day workshop with Rhoda Lai, John Robinson, and Me 😁 This event is hosted by John Dembiec and he usually teaches as well! I've attached the registration for you here below if interested in signing up. (ps- This workshop sells out almost every year.)
April 11, 2026 - " Workshop day w/Trevor "
Grain Valley, MO. More information to come on this workshop! April 16-19, 2026 - "H.O.T. Heart of Texas Line Dance Event"
Hyatt Regency DFW, DFW Airport- Grapevine, TXTheme: Pop Star Party! I'm excited to be back at this event! Looking forward to seeing everyone and sharing the dance floor again. This event has a pretty awesome instructor lineup that you don't wanna miss! :) Register here--> H.O.T. Heart of Texas Line dance Event May 16, 2026 - " Workshop day w/Trevor "
Charlotte, NC. More information to come on this workshop! June 13, 2026 - " Fire & Ice Line dance workshop "
Wellington, FL. Starpoint Dancesport. Great 1 day workshop for all ages, includes evening dances. Rachael McEnaney-White / Trevor T (Me. :) & Laura & Anthony Gordon. Theme: Fire & Ice. Registration -> Fire & Ice Line Dance Workshop July 9-12, 2026 - JcDance Productions, presents- F.I.T.S. (Fun in the Sun) Bring the kids/grandkids/nieces/nephews/cousins- Because this event is meant for everyone of all ages! Top Instructors from around the world teaching ALL levels! Click here to register---> Fun in The Sun 2026
August 12-16, 2026 - "Biggest Little Iconic Summer Stompdown" AKA- BLISS.
Year TWO- in Reno Nevada- They will be partnered with USLDCC to be a qualifier on the West coast for choreo competition. 5 Ballrooms, and a LOT of space to dance! Bliss Facebook Group Registration and website-> BLISS Event October 2-3, 2026 Wild Roses Workshop
Port St Lucie- Riverwalk Center Theme= "Not the right party" Join the Wild Roses, Guyton Mundy, Rob Holley and myself for a day full of fun on the riverside. This event is never a let down! you want to make sure you sign up early as this one is bound to sell out quickly! ---> Wild Roses workshop
October 22-25, 2026 - Motor City Dance Classic
The Somerset Inn- 2601 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy MI Theme- Monsters Ball
This is always a fantastic event, with an awesome lineup of instructors! For more information on getting yourself signed up early, go to their website! ---> Motor City Dance Classic 26 December 4-7, 2026 - JcDance Productions, presents- Florida Line Dance Classic- -This is a fantastic convention local for many of you who come to my regulatory classes- and one of my favorite "events" every year! This event offers- USLDCC choreography competition, as well as the ProAm competition hosted by the Wild Roses! - This event offers Top Instructors from around the world teaching ALL levels! Click here to register---> Florida Line Dance Classic 2026
-- Trevor Thornton,
USLDCC- Champion
Choreographer/Instructor
#FSdance
"Dance to Express, Not impress"
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