SPECIAL NOTE:  Before we get into the class schedule and we lose you in this email...We want to extend a hand in any assistance that our FlavaFitness Studio family may need.  If anyone needs any evacuation assitance and are in need of a place to take shelter, we are here to help you.  We don't have shower facilities, but we do have running water and toilets and PLENTY of room!!!!  We understand that many don't think that this storm will be very serious.  However, in the event that this or any other storm were to escalate and our "FFS" family member were in need, we want to be there for you!  Scroll to bottom of this email for contact information.

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Due to the Hurricane watch and closings of many businesses and schools we estimate low attendance for Tuesday's morning and evening classes.  Northdale Park will be closed and we don't wish to risk anyone's safety by trying to move the class to the Studio.  We also would not want for everyone to take a risk driving in bad weather for the class to be canceled because of a loss of power.  Therefore,

ALL TUESDAY CLASSES HELD AT OR BY FLAVAFITNESS STUDIO WILL BE CANCELED AND THE STUDIO WILL BE CLOSED!

However, don't worry, we have you covered for your weekly dosage with some make-up and master classes later in the week!  Stay tuned for the adjusted schedule!!!!
(We cannot predict the Wednesday schedule due to the unknown weather conditions so please call 813.777.2928 Tuesday evening to listen to recorded message for Wednesday's classes.  You can also check our message board from our website or visit our blog at www.jenij.braveblog.com to read a post regarding Wednesday)

The current adjusted schedule for Thursday - Saturday is as follows:

Thursday
10:00 AM Zumba (Studio)
6:00 PM Zumba (Northdale)
6:30 PM Karate (Studio)
TBD Zumba (Make-Up Class) (Studio)
7:00 PM Zumba (Northdale)
7:30 PM Salsa (Studio)

Friday
TBD Zumba (Make-up Class) (Studio)
6:30 PM Soul Line Dance (Studio)
8:00 Salsa Caliente Workshop (Studio)
10:00 Salsa Caliente/Club Flava Social (Studio)

Saturday
10:00 AM 2 Hour Zumba Master Class (Studio)
TBD African Dance (Make-Up Class) (Studio)
TBD Salsa (Make-up Class) (Studio)

We hope that you are able to join us again after the storm clears and that all of you and your family remain safe.  Again, please contact Jeni @ 813.777.2928 or Yoanka @ 813.458.0744 if you need evacuation assistance and need to use the studio.

According to "wikipedia.com"  a dance studio is....

A dance studio is a space in which dancers learn or rehearse. The term is typically used to describe a space that has been purpose built or equipt for the purpose.  A dance studio will normally consist of a slippery floor covering or hardwood floorboards if required for tap dancing. In most cases the floor will be 'sprung', meaning the construction of the floor will allow for a degree of flexibility, to absorb the impact of intensive dance exercise, such as jumping. This is considered vital to promote good health and safety.  Other common features of a dance studio include a barre or rail, which is fixed to the wall at approximately waist height and is used as a means of support. As music is an integral part of dance, nearly all dance studios will have a permanent sound system for the playing of CDs and a Piano is still commonly used for accompanying Ballet or Tap Dance. In purpose built dance studios, it is usual for at least one wall to be filled with floor to ceiling mirrors, which are used by dancers to see their body position and alignment.  In China, the term dance studio is also used to describe a place which is established to teach dance. Commonly referred to as dance schools in Europe, they are often based locally and offer classes to interested students who live nearby. Depending on the studio, a variety of styles of dance may be offered, or only one.  Some styles may include: Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop, Modern, Lyrical, Contemporary, Breakdance, Ballroom, Latin, Irish Step-Dance, Folk Dance.

I am ready to party!!!!!  My kids will be with their dad this weekend and so I can stay out as late as I want.  Let's party!  I got a new dress...got to get my hair done and hopefully my nails....we have hired a new dj so you guys will have to let us know what you think.  anyone bringing food?  not sure what i should bring just yet.  oh and we have the chair dancing class on friday.....what do i wear?  hmmm?????  need to make a run to the todd i guess!  LOL

btw, today's web cartoon is really cute!!!  check it out...the link is on the right!

Just wanted to let you know that we have a new FlavaFitness Studio promo video with footage from our Grand Opening!  Check it out and let us know what you think!!!  Don't forget our 1 Year Anniversary was July 9th and we will be having a social in celebration of that and my birthday (July 12th) this Saturday!!!

Social Date:  Saturday, July 19th

Time: 8PM - 2AM

Price: $10 per person/$15 per couple

Live DJ!!  Variety of music!!  Complimentary food and non-alcoholic drinks.

Feel free to bring a dish or BYOB!

Hey everyone!

I decided to start my own blog!  Not sure if anyone reads these things....but I thought I would give it a try since it seems to be the latest thing.  I thought I would be able to better keep in touch with everyone and pass on some insight between newsletter.  So if you are reading this...be sure to leave me a comment or tag the tag board and let me know that you have been here.

Thanks!!!

Jeni J