Spreadin' the Funk

Things have been busy the last couple of weeks at Funk Forever, hence no blogs but plenty to talk about so here goes..

Tasters

I have been working in conjunction with West Dunbartonshire's Active Schools to run a series of free taster classes in Primary Schools around the area. Initially this was to give kids an idea of what my classes in Dumbarton Academy are like and to encourage them to do something healthy but fun at the same time. So far the reception from both children and teachers has been great, and i was completely blown away with how fast they picked up the moves - in just 40 minutes we had a Michael Jackson "Bad" routine down. I even had some teachers joining in with it!! I would have loved to put a video up but due to security i wasn't able to film :( in any case, i hope to see some of you down at class on a Tuesday night @6pm for some more hip-hop styles!! Hopefully i'll be back in again in the new year!

Little vid of the MJ track we used - "BAD"...

Weekly Classes

In our weekly classes i've been covering a range of styles (not just hip-hop) from popping to dancehall. In general classes consist of a warm-up, stretch, key moves/drills which we then go on to put together into a wee routine and do a few times. Every week is different, so you don't have to be concerned about "catching up" on a piece of choreography which you missed previously! Next week on 12th December will be the last class before we finish up for Christmas so if you want to come check out what we do, it's not too late, and at least you know what to expect in January :) 

Fit-hop Classes

I know Christmas hasn't even arrived yet, but come January everyone will be looking to lose some of the pounds piled on from turkey, chocolate, alcohol - i could go on!! The good news is that in January i will be a qualified fitness instructor and will be starting up a fitness class which will consist of some cardio work and body toning (i.e. bums, tums & thighs!!). Times tbc but likely a Thursday at 7-8pm in Dumbarton Academy, only £5/class plus I'll also have loyalty cards so there will be special offers coming - keep your eyes peeled!! The best part is it will be along to some funky tunes, so you'll leave the class with a smile on your face having sweated it out without realising!! Much more fun than the gym!!

Thanks again to all those who've made it down for the classes and here's a quick reminder of class times which finish up next week on the 12th December...

Funk Forever Class Days/Times:

Kids 5-11yrs 6.00-6.45pm

Teens & Adults (Basic drop-in) 7-8pm 

Dumbarton Academy

Costs:- 

Adults - £5/class

Kids/teens (up to age 16) - £4/class

Discounts available for block bookings, ask for more details.