Latest News
* TSOD 'Best of the Best' - The Winners! *
Congratulations and a big 'Well Done' to all 26 members of TSOD who were lucky enough to get through to the Second Round of Auditions for our brand new troupe.
After a lot of blood, sweat and tears, we have finally reached a decision and our new troupe name and members are:
The Fix
- Troupe Leaders:
- Kerry Williams
- Nathan Ladyman
- Troupe Members:
- Richard Thompson
- Lee Small
- Max Thomas
- Ross Campbell
- Billy Ayres
- Tyler Cartwright
- Paige Dimmock
- Kori Richards
- Sheridan Richards
- Jada Brown
Because the standard of talent was so high we have decided to also create an All Girls New Troupe which will dance alongside The Lollipops, Urban Divas and Toxic Glitter:
Candy Floss
- Connie Musselbrook (moving up from 'The Lollipops')
- Victoria Evans (moving up from 'The Lollipops')
- Alisha Sweetman
- Joanna Nicoll
- Kelli Wiggins
- Ellie Austin
- Amiee Warner
Also, we would like to introduce a new member to our existing troupe:
- Abigail Feeks
If you weren't lucky enough to qualify this time, please note that your efforts and talents haven't gone unnoticed - your name will remain in our troupe 'Reserve List', and we may call upon you at any time!
* TSOD 'Best of the Best' *
During the Half Term period we had an Audition Process for our new Street Dance troupe. We saw over 50 auditionees and were amazed at the high standard!! We have now narrowed it down to 26 students going through to the Second Round of Auditions. This Round is being held on Thursday 24th June 2010 at Haddenham Youth Centre from 7.45pm to 8.45pm (after our normal weekly Classes).
In Round Two the lucky dancers will be taught a dance to see how well they pick up a routine under pressure, while Kerry and Nathan will be judging them at all times. We will then announce the name of the new troupe, as well as the troupe members, on Monday 28th June 2010 online.
Here's the list of the dancers who are through to Round Two (in alphabetical order to help you check more quickly!):
- Abigail Feek
- Alisha Sweetman
- Amie Warner
- Billy Ayres
- Bryony Wingrave
- Connie Misselbrook
- Ellie Austin
- Georgia Harris
- Hannah Lewis
- Jada Brown
- Joanna Nicoll
- Kelli Wiggins
- Kori Richards
- Lee Small
- Lottie Smith
- Max Thomas
- Millie Dimmock
- Paige Dimmock
- Richard Thompson
- Ross Campbell
- Sarah White
- Savannah Clarke
- Sheridan Richards
- Sophie Greenwood
- Tyler Cartwright
- Victoria Evans
Congratulations to you all, and the best of luck for the next Round!
* Easter Holiday Fun *
During the Easter Break we held Workshops in Haddenham and Fairford Leys, Aylesbury, which were attended by over 80 children over the two days. They chose from either Street Dance or Cheerleading, and learnt dance routines, played drama games, sang on the karaoke, made balloon animals, bounced on bouncy castles, had faces painted, did quizzes, and for the last hour of each Workshop danced their hearts out at a Disco Party! Both days were full of fun and laughs, and a great time was had throughout by both our students and Teachers.
There were some new faces on board, some of whom have already signed up for regular weekly Classes starting this term! Please enjoy a little look at some snaps taken on the day by visiting our Workshop Gallery (click on this link to see the Gallery, then use your browser's 'Back' button to return to this page).
* TSOD Best of the Best *
Nathan and Kerry are looking to put together a brand new troupe of dancers. Although we already have our Lead Dancers who perform in our Shows, we feel it’s time to take our talent to a whole new level!
With all the dance programmes currently on TV we have decided we want to create a troupe of young dancers who we can take to auditions for these TV programmes, to perform in local shows and events, and to take part in talent contests, etc. We also want to give these dancers the opportunity to perform in front of talent scouts and much more!
Have you got what it takes? We are looking for around 10 -12 dancers who are dedicated and hard working, and who have a passion to perform. We are wanting to create a troupe of mixed male and females aged from 5 years old up to adult level, all of whom must attend TSOD lessons, and who will mainly focus on performing Street Dance. We are looking for mixed personalities, looks and strengths; people who can bring energy and life to the dance floor, and who will be 100 % dedicated to the team!
If this sounds like you, speak to either Kerry or Nathan at Classes where they can give you a detailed letter about the Audition process.
We want to put this troupe together this term ready to start work in the Autumn Term (please note, if you are leaving to go to university in September this means that you will be ineligible to audition). All members of our existing troupes, ‘The Lollipops’ and ‘Urban Divas’ will be allowed to audition, and of course your spaces in these troupes will still be safe at this present time.
If you want more details on this audition process please speak to your teachers, who can give you a full detailed letter on the Audition process.
TSOD New Classes:
When and Where: All the details of all our New Classes are listed below:
Mondays:
Starting Monday 24th May 2010 at Chinnor Village Hall
5pm-5.45pm Street Dance
5.45pm-6.30pm Cheer
Wednesdays:
Starting Wednesday 5th May 2010 at Aston Clinton Guide Hall
4pm to 4.45pm Street Dance
4.45pm to 5.30pm Cheer
Wednesdays:
Starting Wednesday 12th May 2010 at Aylesbury Vale Multi-Cultural Centre
6.15pm to 7pm Street Dance
7pm to 7.45pm Cheer
All of these Classes will be run by Nathan and are suitable for children aged 4yrs to 12yrs. If demand is very high we will consider running classes for older groups at all three venues. Please book now to avoid disappointment as spaces are limited.
Adult Classes
New Adult Classes start on Wednesday 12th May 2010 from 8pm to 9pm at the Aylesbury Multi Cultural Centre, Class will be taken by Kerry and Nathan.
Thame Adult Classes have been put on hold for the time being while we find a new suitable venue – we’ll keep you all posted, so keep an eye on this page.
TSOD Front Page News:
TSOD made Front Page News last week (Friday 5th March 2010) as we were featured on the Front Page of our local paper, 'The Thame Gazette'. The advert featured all the exciting things going on at TSOD at the moment, and included a write up on us, covering what we do, and how successful the past term has been.
It also mentioned the benefits and dancing and how it keeps local children off the street, challenging their energy into something fun and sociable.
As a direct result of this feature we've already had lots more interest in the school, and new Classes will be starting in the Summer Term, so watch this space!
Have a look at our Newest Venture:
We have three Bouncy Castles on offer:
- Available Now: A Party Castle (standard multi coloured castle 12ft x 12ft), perfect for any occasion, suitable for both boys and girls.
- Coming Soon: An 'Under The Sea' unisex style Castle with Slide (12ft x 15ft).
- Also Coming Soon: A Pink 'Disney Princess' Fortress Castle - the Ultimate little girl's dream!
Photos and details of all three coming soon on our dedicated website www.tsodbounce.co.uk.
Previous News
Spring Term Plans
2010 is set to be TSOD's biggest year yet. Not only are we expanding our weekly Dance Classes by adding two new venues in Dinton and Fairford Leys, Aylesbury, but we have also invested in three Bouncy Castles which will be the beginning of a new division of our business - TSOD Bounce! (Bouncy Castle Hire)
In January all of our Students will be set to start working towards our Summer Show spectacular, taking place in June 2010 (dates will be announced in your January 2010 Newsletter).
Due to the success of our Adult Dance Classes, we are also expanding this discipline, and will be available for hire for Hen Parties as soon as possible, as well as continuing our weekly dance class and launching TSOD Shake - a brand new innovation in technology, and a way to 'shake' yourself slim without the hassle of using a gym - details coming soon!
Details of New Classes Starting Jan 2010
Both Street and Cheer are now available in the village of Dinton, and in Fairford Leys in Aylesbury:
Dinton Village Hall - Tuesdays - Street from 5pm to 5.45pm and Cheer from 5.45pm to 6.30pm, both with Kerry and Sophie.
Fairford Leys Centre - Fridays - Street from 5pm to 5.45pm and Cheer from 5.45pm to 6.30pm, both with Kerry and Becca.
All classes will be £4 per session, and the first session is free!! Join both and pay only £7 per week.
Starting on Friday 6th November 2009, a 6 week trial term will be held at Raquets Fitness Centre, Thame, with the First Lesson Free! Classes are for girls and boys aged 5 to 11 years, and will be from 4.20pm to 5.20pm. The cost will be £4 per class.
Cheerleading is a really fun and active way to dance, learning fast upbeat routines to modern chart music with the use of pompoms. Acrobatic movements can be used as well as learning chants. It helps to improve flexibility and builds strength and stamina. A fantastically fun dance discipline, and great for anyone who wants to work as part of a team, keep fit, and learn something new and challenging.
Please let your Teacher know as soon as possible if you would be interested in joining TSOD Cheer, as places will be limited (we may well start these classes in one venue, then expand, depending on where demand is high).
Bicester Classes Big Hit!!
This term TSOD have moved their Launton Classes out to the new venue of West Bicester Community Centre. We have gained over 40 new students by doing this, and it's great to have so many new faces 'on board'! On Friday nights there is an Intermediate Street Dance Class with Nathan, and on Saturday mornings he teaches the first two classes, after which Kerry teaches the Tap.
Children who have joined range from as young as 3 up to 15 years old, all taking Street Dance Classes with us, so come and see what it's all about if you live in this area (see Classes Page for more details).
Christmas Show Date and New Venue Announced
This year's Christmas Show, 'Glitter In The Air', will be both a Street Dance Show and Prize Giving, taking place on Sunday 6th December 2009 at the Thame Leisure Centre from 2pm to 4.30pm. Detailed letters will be given out at Class.
Another Success - Adult Dance Classes!
We've been running Adult Dance Classes at the Leisure Centre in Thame for the past couple of weeks, and we're overwhelmed with their success, with over 20 men and women attending each week, ranging from 18 years to 50. Classes are from 8pm to 9pm each Tuesday, and cost £5 per class if paid termly, or £6 per class if paid weekly.
Learn a new Dance Routine per week, covering such dance styles as Street, Rock'n'Roll, Salsa, Disco and Freestyle.
So now you can join in the TSOD fun as well as getting fit for the fast approaching Christmas Season!
[Please note, this Class is open to the public, so please tell all your friends, as spaces will be limited.]
Please contact us for more details on how to join.
New Teacher
Over the past couple of years you will have noticed TSOD has been growing and developing in lots of ways. We have gradually introduced new Teachers and teaching techniques, enabling us to expand and achieve so much more.
Up until recently Kerry has been running most of the Classes herself, with the help of Becca and Nathan. This September Kerry has made Nathan Head of Street Dance, and Sophie Heggie (pictured left) will be joining the Team and working under him at some of our Classes.
Becca's role will be more concentrated on teaching Ballet and Tap, although she will be keeping on some of the Street groups in Brill and Long Crendon.
Kerry will specialise in teaching the older Students and, of course, her daytime Classes in schools, leaving her more time to run new Classes such as the Adult ones. She will of course still attend most lessons to see you all!
For more on which Classes each Teacher will be taking in September 2009, please see our current Timetable, and for more details on your individual Teachers, please visit our Teachers Page.
* Summer Workshop Tour 2009 *
TSOD has just run a week of successful Workshops. We normally just hold our Workshops in Haddenham, where our School is based, but this Summer we branched out and held them at Ickford, Thame, Watlington and Little Milton, as well as our original venue in Haddenham.
Children could choose from either High School Musical or 'New Rave Street Dance', which also involved making and creating a costume to perfom the two challenging Street routines they learnt.
High School Musical Groups learnt dances, played games and sang to music from all three films, as well as having faces painted and temporary tattoos!
New Rave Street Dancers learnt routines throught the week to Flo Rida, Dizzee Rascal, Black Eyed Peas and JLS. The girls created fantastic fluoroscent bright netted tutus to wear, and the guys graffitteed and customised T-shirts.
We then performed our dances at the end of each Workshop in a mini Show, followed by a presetnation of prizes to the best dancers of each day!
A big 'Thank you' to all those of you who came and joined in with the fun - look out for our 'Halloween Spooky Fun Day' in the Autumn Half Term Break!
* Thame Carnival - 13th June 2009 - TSOD Winners! *
This year TSOD were invited to be involved in the Thame Carnival and Parade, which took place on Saturday 13th June 2009.
We were the only entry with a Float, so we really stood out, and were lucky enough to win Best Entry! Interoute kindly provided us with our Float, which we spent Friday night and Saturday morning decorating.
We chose our three Lead Dance Troupes to be on the lorry, showing an array of ages and styles.
'The Lollipops' were dressed in brightly coloured outfits, while the 'Urban Divas' were sophisticated in little black dresses, with 'Toxic Glitter' in our school colour pink glitter dresses with towering heels - a lot of hard work went into trying not to fall over while dancing on the moving float, and our feet certainly suffered the next day!
A fantastic day was had by all; it was such fun, and it has been great to have had so much positive feedback about our entry in the event.
People loved the glamour and energy we gave - of course that's what we're all about!
We were also lucky enough to have Mark Whitney, our new photographer, on board (literally!), who took some great photos of the event - have a look at our Gallery.
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A big 'Thank You' to all of those who helped out in the Parade, and of course to my gorgeous team of dancers for looking so fab and making me so proud once again.
