Sat, 12 May 2012 12:54:49 -0800WeeblyFri, 11 May 2012 16:53:07 -0800http://www.latinfunkdance.com/1/post/2012/05/mothers-day-showcase-may-12th-polish-hall.htmlGustavo will be teaching a Pussycat Dolls/Burlesque Dance lesson and Demo at the Polish Hall this Saturday May 12th for Mother's day! Ladies free before 10pm!

]]>Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:00:32 -0800http://www.latinfunkdance.com/1/post/2012/04/new-testimonial.html"Our men’s group booked a two-hour Latin Funk workshop with Gustavo, and invited some friends to join us.  Most of us had little or no experience dancing  but, within minutes of our arrival, we were all up moving with the music.  We  worked up a good sweat, grooved to some great Latin sounds, and learned to dance  from our hips and our hearts.  By the end of the packed two hours, we could feel the beat and remember some great dance sequences we could take with us.  We  became more cohesive as a group.  

The guys raved about the workshop and everyone  wanted a business card… “Gustavo is Awesome! He moves
with the grace of a cat  and the power of a lion. His sense of humour and camaraderie made me feel  welcome and wanting to dance! ...  Gustavo's dance classes are a great way to  spend some fun time getting a little exercise and
lots of useful pointers on how  not to make a fool of yourself when you want to relax doing some Latin dancing.  I'd recommend it to anyone who wants a good time while learning to feel the  dance fever. …  Great event! It was a blast!

...  Great dancing lesson!  I had a  lot of fun. It helped me to loosen up a bit and I learned some moves that I will  definitely be trying out soon. Thank you!”     Paul Miniato, Professional mens' group, Vancouver, BC]]>Wed, 04 Jan 2012 23:55:59 -0800http://www.latinfunkdance.com/1/post/2012/01/in-2012-yo-quiero-latin-funk.htmlHappy New Year mis amigas y amigos! ready to start a brand new year? why don't you start right by lifting your spirits with some cool Latin Funk Dance and Salsa classes?
This year I'm making sure you have a lot of options to take a Latin Funk Dance class, in different locations and times, 7 days a week!  plus I have three new Dance Instructors to take over more classes! now you won't be without Latin Funk Dance for one day!
Go to my dance schedule for Latin Funk Dance    http://www.latinfunkdance.com/schedule.html
and Salsa for Couples  http://www.latinfunkdance.com/sizzling-salsa-for-couples.html
to find the best dance class for you. And Remeber Dance from the Heart, CORAZON!
]]>Thu, 17 Nov 2011 17:32:34 -0800http://www.latinfunkdance.com/1/post/2011/11/blanket-bc-society-fundraiser-junction-pub-november-24th.htmlI'll be MC-ing and leading an interactive Latin Funk dance session at the Blanket BC Society fundraiser on Thursday November 24th.  

Blanket BC Society is hosting a fundraiser on Thursday, November 24th -  the night prior to launching into it’s 3rd Annual “Drive on the Line” campaign which will take place on Friday, Nov. 25 & Saturday, Nov. 26 from 8am to 5pm along the Canada Line in partnership with PROTRANS BC, the operators of the train line. This is a two-day blanket drive where over one hundred volunteers will be collecting warming donations from the public; socks, scarves, mittens, toques and of course, blankets.    Blanket BC Society is spicing things up at the Junction Pub on Davie Street in Vancouver by selling tickets online at www.blanketbc.org for $25 which includes a free cocktail, door prizes, 50/50 draw, a live and silent auction with great prizes as well as a fabulous line up of world-class entertainment:

Soulful Tonye Aganaba - www.tonyeaganaba.com

Latin Funk Dance interactive dance lesson with Gustavo Ferman - www.latinfunkdance.com

Belly Dancing by Lana and the Sahara Dancers - www.lanadance.com

Special Guest Performance and photo-by-donation withVancouver’s very own "GEORGE MICHAEL" who will also be auctioned off to a lucky fan for a date!

Junction Pub is also offering a featured menu item for the event: Mini rack of pork ribs with fries and a Rocky Pilsner for $11. Prizes and auction items are rolling in thanks to Blanket BC Society Creative Director, Christina Szokendi who has developed a great network of clients through her marketing communications studio, Pivotal Concepts including donations from spas, restaurants, hotels, business consultants, boutiques, gyms, Vancouver Salsa conference tickets, personal trainers, wellness centres, and hair, tanning and nail salons to name a few.

Donations will be divided up and distributed the following week to individuals and charitable organizations such as Covenant House, SHARE Society, Mission Community Services, Union Gospel Mission and Lookout Aid Society who work with the homeless and poverty stricken families, all of which depend on the public for support.  Key partners and sponsors are providing transportation, storage, blanket cleaning and printing services on a regular basis.

Blanket BC Society aims to collect/distribute over 12,000 blankets directly from this blanket drive alone. British Columbia is preparing for one of the worst winters, and as it is our mission, want to prevent people from dying on our streets and help them survive another bitter cold season.

For information on becoming a volunteer, to make a donation or to sponsor Blanket BC in any way you can, please do not hesitate to contact them.

Gregory Ould Founder, Executive Director - Blanket BC Society "Warmth from the Heart"
www.blanketbc.org | Tel. 778.242.9940 | gregory.ould@blanketbc.org


]]>Mon, 31 Oct 2011 22:17:40 -0800http://www.latinfunkdance.com/1/post/2011/10/post-title-click-and-type-to-edit1.htmlThis Saturday November 5th, 3 to 5pm at Dancey Ballroom Dance Studio.
505 Hamilton St, 604-813-6739. Call  or email at info@danceyballroom.com to register.
This workshop will help you learn dance Choreography and cool Dance routines to be a better dancer 
Latin Funk Style!    ]]>Wed, 12 Oct 2011 01:57:20 -0800http://www.latinfunkdance.com/1/post/2011/10/loco-hot-deal.htmlReady for a super caliente latin Funk Dance deal!!  keep reading...
 
5 Latin Funk Dance Classes for only $24.00! 
Only 19 hours left to get this deal TODAY.

Lose weight and get fit while having a ton of fun and getting your groove on, Latin style!  

Buy ONLINE Now!!
  SOCIAL SHOPPER Latin Funk Dance classes will take place at the 7th Ave. Dance Studio, 1555 7th Ave, between Fir and Granville St. 

Please contact me at (604) 764-1697 or gustavo@latinfunkdance.com  to book your space in the classes once you have processed payment online with Social Shopper here! 

CLASS TIMES:
Starts Saturday Oct 15th,  6pm - Sunday Oct 16th 1pm-  ]]>Wed, 12 Oct 2011 01:49:00 -0800http://www.latinfunkdance.com/1/post/2011/10/latest-great-testimonial.htmlMy husband was turning 50  and I had to think of something fun and energetic to celebrate this milestone birthday.  Then I remembered my sister often raved about her latin funk dance classes at the Kits Community Centre with Gustavo.  Many times she invited me to drop in and join the fun and I did take her up on the offer once...and it became obvious why she loved signing up for Gustavo's classes multiple times.   SO...we contacted Gustavo and fortunately for us, he was available on the day we needed him.  He arrived 15 minutes ahead of time as promised and brought along his music.  When we gave him the signal to start the dance, he took over, put on the latin music and invited everyone (kids and adults) to join in on the dance lesson.  He's totally comfortable and humourous, putting the group at ease.  He has a great presence, passion and energy.  He taught us the correct moves and the "wrong" moves and had us all laughing and giggling.  His humour and charm persuaded even the shyest participants to step into the centre of the group to shake their booties and shimmy their shoulders!  The party was a total success and our friends STILL tell us they had a blast at our party.   Recently, one of our friends from the party contacted Gustavo for his professional and dynamic dance instruction for a company function.   If you want guaranteed fun for a group of all ages, I would highly recommend Gustavo!!   Cheers Gustavo.  We hope you keep up with your passion! 
  Betty and Gordon, July 2011 

]]>Mon, 22 Aug 2011 14:36:56 -0800http://www.latinfunkdance.com/1/post/2011/08/latin-funk-dance-retreat-to-costa-rica-and-new-fall-dance-schedule.htmlHOLA EVERYBODY! I trust you are enjoying the great weather we're finally getting here in Vancouver.  It's crazy to think that Fall is just around the corner after such a short summer but we have great news!  

This Fall, I'm inviting you to experience the Latin Funk Dance retreat in Costa Rica!  Plans are underway for a group retreat to the beautiful Allegro Papagayo Resort in beautiful Costa Rica from November 19-27, 2011. Please 
contact me at (604)764-1697 or email me at gustavo@latinfunkdance.com for more info, don't wait too long,    
 
Also all the FALL CLASSES are starting in SEPTEMBER 19th, 2011. View our new Schedule here.

FREE Fall Demo Classes

• UBC Rec-Centre on Tuesday, Sep 13th at 3:30pm, (604) 822-6000
• Marpole Community Centre on Tuesday, Sep 20th at 8:30pm, (604) 257-8180
• Sunset Community Centre on Wednesday, Sep 28th at 8:30pm, (604) 718-6505

   What to do for your next Christmas party? Book me to costumize your event for you, with a Latin Funk Dance experience you won't forget, be original and have the best Christmas party this year, book NOW!!

Want to earn some extra $$? My new focus this year is Motivational Dance Presentations and Corporate Team Building as well as Performances/Choreography for private and corporate events. If you work in the corporate sector or have any leads through work/colleauges/friends that will benefit from the LATIN FUNK EXPERIENCE for their upcoming events or Holiday parties please call me at 604.764.1697 or email: gustavo@latinfunkdance.com.  I will provide a generous finders fee.  The best advertising is word-of-mouth and I'm grateful to my amazing clients for your support.

  "Overall the instructors were amazing! They got everyone participating individually, groups and entire class. Cohesive in their approach, made it easy to learn, it was fun, and the energy level from beginning to the end was high. Good synergy throughout. Good job of outlining the goals ie: team building etc...which were outlined at the beginning, very clear and passionate. Good variety of activities. It got people out of their comforts zones without being intimidating. Even Raj who was a little sceptical at first enjoyed himself." Tanya - Health Canada

I look forward to sharing a renewed energy and vibe with you this year - whether it's in a group dance class, a private lesson, an interactive show or your next corporate or private event!  Dance from the heart - Corazon!
GUSTAVO FERMAN
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 follow on Twitter | friend on Facebook | read our blog | forward to a friend  ]]>Sat, 23 Jul 2011 21:01:23 -0800http://www.latinfunkdance.com/1/post/2011/07/post-title-click-and-type-to-edit.htmlHere to Lead not to Follow, here to create not to imitade, her to motivate one soul at a time through dance!  ]]>Mon, 18 Jul 2011 14:01:39 -0800http://www.latinfunkdance.com/1/post/2011/07/another-happy-client.htmlHi Gustavo
I want to thank you so much for everything you did to make our Latin Night such a success. Having taken lessons with you in the past, I was confident that it was going to be a great event but you exceeded all expectations. 
The way in which you choreographed the whole evening - the salsa lesson in the beginning to get everyone engaged, the show after dinner with your talented troupe of dancers to entertain and inspire the crowd, the interactive dancing with you and your dancers, the DJ and the videos going on in the background - it all worked perfectly. You didn't skip a beat! Our guests were engaged throughout the night, and they all had such fun. 


Well done. 
Ramona Josephson 
Co-chair, Social Committee, Richmond Country Club
"Making FUN Happen!"
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