Latest News...

• New classes starting week commencing 5th Sept
• We have a range of brand new absolute beginners classes now starting for both adults and children.  It doesnt matter if you have a partner or are on your own - it will be great fun either way!  We also have a new venue opening in Mere Green in Sutton Coldfield on Monday 6th September.  Classes start at £3.00 for children and £4.50 for adults - there is no course or membership fee - just pay as you go!  It is also a great way of keeping fit or even losing weight as well as meeting new friends.    We have classes in Ballroom, Latin American, Salsa, Zumba, Streetdance, Freestlye, Rock'n'Roll and Argentine Tango.      Check out our 'Classes Timetables' on the tab above to see whats on and where! 
• New Dance Styles
• Latin in Line classes for solos.We have a brand new class starting on Tuesdays at 8.30pm at St. Josephs, Coalway Road, Merry Hill, Wolverhampton.  Great Latin music, lovely routines but no partner required.
• Dance Like Diversity Streetdance Classes.  Brand new classes for kids and teens on Saturdays at 1.00pm at Glebefields School in Tipton and at Streetly Youth Centre on Sundays at 5.00pm.
• As many of you will already know...our Zumba classes have been extremely popular - check out the timetables for all classes and for where and when.
• New Teachers
• We are delighted and proud to welcome to our team two new teachers:
• Csaba Polgar (former Hungarian Champion and international level dancer and coach) who will specialize in Ballroom, Latin and Salsa.
• Jade Williams (former Stars of the Future finalist and now univercity dance lecturer) who will specialize in our Streetdance classes.
• Nominated for Award

• Logan Culliney & Alicia Phillips Bullock are off to a glittering awards ceremony at the Floral Hall in Southport on Saturday 17th July after being nominated for the country's top children's award at the Le Classique du Dance Awards.  The evening is to be hosted by Katherine Kelly (aka as Becky from Coronation Street).  There are three nominees so we dont know if they will win but its a great honour just to be nominated and mingle with the stars - we'll let you know how they get on!
• Well done at the UK championships to......
• Mark & Olga Elsbury - the undefeated United kingdom Amateur Ballroom Champions
• Richard Still & Morgan Hemphill - now 4 times winners of the United Kingdom Amateur 10 Dance Championship and 3rd place in the UK Amateur Ballroom Championship.
• Logan Culliney & Alicia Phillips Bullock - the new United Kingdom Juvenile Ballroom & Latin Champions
• Lewis Hately & India Phillips Bullock - 4th place in the United Kingdom Juvenile Ballroom Championship and finalists in the Under 11's ballroom & latin divisions.
• Tom Parkes & Amy Dowden - semi finalists in the United Kingdom Amateur Latin Championship.
• Carl Wood & Lucy Emms and Aaron Leslie & Kathryn Moore - both finalists in the United Kingdom Juvenile Novice ballroom & latin divisions.
• New Warren & Jane video
• See a new interview and clips of Warren & Jane competing!
• http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid64650038001?bctid=109330592001

• Vincent & Flavia from BBC Strictly Come Dancing

• SOLD OUT   See Vincent and Flavia perform their amazing Argentine Tango show at Dudley Town Hall on Sunday 25th July.     Also, see other dance stars at the evening dance - tickets £25.00pp.  

• Zig Zag Dance Factory Does it Again!!

• Yes, Warren and Jane and the team were celebrating again last weekend after winning the Adults Top Teacher Award yet again at the annual Stars of the Future national competition held at the Brentwood International Centre.  This is the 9th consecutive year that they have claimed this prestigious title and Warren and Jane are delighted to come home with the trophy once more.  As usual, it was a long and tiring day with Zig Zag pupils dancing in various competitions from 9am until 11.30pm but nevertheless the team spirit never waned and we all let out a big cheer when the announcement was made, despite our croaky throats from cheering everyone on throughout the day!  The Supreme Teachers Award also went to Warren and Jane for achieving the best results over both the adults and children's sections - this is the 6th consecutive year they have won this.   Warren and Jane would like to thank all the pupils and their famillies for all their hard work and support.  It certainly makes it all worth while!!

• Zumba Fitness classes
• Join our new Zumba fitness classes:-
• Mondays 8.45pm at St Mary' s Church Hall, Church Rd, Oldswinford £4.50
• Tuesdays 6.00pm & 8.30pm at Wombourne Civic Centre £4.50  
• Wednesdays from 2nd June 8.45pm at St Columba's Church Hall, Banners Gate Road, Sutton Coldfield £4.50
• The Latin inspired, easy to follow, calorie burning, feel-it-to-the-core fitness party! Burn up to 1000 calories an hour. No partner needed.Ditch the workout and join the party!

• Vincent and Flavia coming to Zig Zag from 'Strictly'
• Following the sell out of the Brain and Kristina event, we are delighted to announce that Vincent and Flavia will perform their Argentine Tango show for us on Sunday 25th July at Dudley Town Hall.  The event will run from 6pm to 10pm and will include an array of other dancing stars aswell. Tickets are £25 pp.  There will also be 2 x 50 minute workshops in Argentine Tango with Vincent and Flavia priced at £10 pp which will be at 4pm & 5pm.  Email your request for tickets now - note...workshop places will only be offered to people purchasing tickets for the evening session - you will not be able to book just the workshop. Note that Tickets always sell out very quickly

• Juvenille Fund Donation
• A big thank you to Simon and Julie Curtin for their kind and generous donation of £50 to our Juvenille Fund.
• Ben Jones now on LINKS tab

• Zig Zag pupil Ben Jones is currently filming the Mexican version of 'Strictly' in Mexico City.     See his journey and video clips on our LINKS  tab above.  There is some amazing footage...go click on it and have a look!

• New Recommended Supplier
  
• We are delighted to announce that Zig Zag's brand new recommended supplier to our competition dancers and social dancers is 'Bespoke'. Accessories, practice wear, ballroom & latin outfits, tailsuits and more at the UK's leading dance wear manufacturers for children and adults. We will be hosting an open day and fashion show shortly - details to follow.   See their website at: 
•  www.pureclassdancewear.com             
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• Basil & Barney's Swap Shop
• On Saturday 8th May, Zig Zag pupils Logan Culliney & Alicia Phillips Bullock will be trying to teach Basil Brush how to dance on Basil & Barney's Swap Shop.  Its a live show so anything could happen!   Tune in at 9.00am on BBC2.

• Well Done - now its Basil Brush!
• Congratulations to Zig Zag pupils Logan Culliney and Alicia Phillips Bullock for coming in at 2nd place at the worlds biggest competition - the British Open.  A great result with the reigning Russian world champions only managing 4th place.    The BBC have now contacted Logan and Alicia to co host the Basil Brush show on some of their Saturday morning live shows where Logan and Alicia are to teach Basil how to dance. - should be very interesting!  We will keep you updated with dates.
• Strictly Come Mexico
• Zig Zag pupil Ben Jones has landed a lead role in the Mexican version of Strictly Come Dancing.  The programme (called Dancing for a Dream) is a similar format to our own version and will run for 10 weeks.  Ben flies out to Mexico City on 5th May for filming.  We can reveal his celebrity partner will be 'So you think you can dance' winner, Chalie Bruce so they are sure to have a good chance of doing well.  The show has its own Take Two programme just like the British version in which Ben will also participate.  It is Mexico's biggest TV show and is based around the ballroom and latin dances but also incorporates some alternative dance styles.  We wish him the best of luck in this exciting opportunity.  On his return, he will continue his competitive training with Kerry and will be working extra hard to make up the missed training.

• 'Really Easy'                    New Beginners Classes
• Our new absolute beginners classes are now welcoming new people. No booking or joining fee, just turn up or call us if you have anyquestions.  They really are fun and lighthearted and great for excercise too! Singles and couple are all very welcome!  No age limit and no experience needed...they are for beginners!  Just check out our 'classes timetable' to see which venue is closest and what day the classes are on.  We also hold improvers and advanced classes for those who can already dance and want to brush up on their skills.  Our teachers are very warm and friendly and will put you at your ease.  They are all highly qualified with the UKA and BATD and CRB checked  unlike a lot of the opposition! (tip! - always look at a schools website ...if they have qualified teachers they will be proud to show off their qualifications) 
• Our experience shows and we've been voted the Top Teachers of the Year for the last 8 consecutive years - we are sure you'll love our classes!  Our social dance 'get togethers' and practice nights are great fun too!  Looking forward to seeing you soon! 
• Warren & Jane xx
• You Tube
• Watch this link for fun footage of the original version of 'Come Dancing'.  Apart from Warren and Jane, which other famous dancers can you spot?   Highlight and paste into your address barwww.youtube.com/
• watch?v=kWzjdpc1iIo
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