Hi Everyone – welcome to the August edition of our newsletter!
At Footloose Rockers, the dancing rarely stops! Whether you’re doing your first rock ‘n’ roll class, perfecting your next big move, or dancing at one of our social events, it’s always fun dancing with us. Get ready to dance through another month of good vibes, great music, and unforgettable moments with your Footloose family!
If you’ve been having a break over the Winter months, now is the time to shake off the cobwebs, dust off those dancing shoes, and get back to the fun! Whether you’re stepping onto the dance floor for the first time or ready to pick up right where you left off before Winter started, we’re thrilled to welcome you. Let’s kick off this next round of Rock ‘n’ Roll and Rockabilly classes with energy and fun! 💃🕺
We are starting a new 5-WEEK BEGINNERS ROCKABILLY COURSE on Monday 11th August, so if you are looking for something new to do, this is it! See below for all the details.
We will be putting an order in for our FOOTLOOSE JACKETS and polo shirts, so if you want to order one, check out the information further on. This will be the only order we are doing this year!
Now have a read for all the important stuff!
IMPORTANT CLASS INFORMATION
There will be NO LESSONS on MONDAY 4th AUGUST or WEDNESDAY 6TH AUGUST as we are going away for a week to the Greaze Fest Rockabilly festival in Queensland. The current five-week course will finish on Wednesday 30th July, and then we will be taking a week off! The new five week courses will commence on 11th and 13th August.
NEW!! BEGINNERS ROCKABILLY DANCE LESSONS!
The big news this month is that after many requests, we are starting a new 5-week course in BEGINNERS ROCKABILLY. The classes will be held at Wests Illawarra and start on MONDAY 11TH AUGUST at 6.30 to 7.30pm. Cost is $13/person paid weekly, or you can purchase a 5-lesson pass for $60 or 10-lesson pass for $110. You don’t need to have any previous dance experience – the class is a BASIC BEGINNERS class and is suitable for everyone – dancers and non-dancers alike. The classes are for both couples and singles, and like our other classes, if you have a partner, you can stay with that person for the whole class, or singles will be rotated so that you get to meet everyone.
Contrary to popular belief, Rockabilly is not just for dancing to fast songs. When we teach it, we start with slow-tempo songs and gradually work up to quicker music like we do in our Rock n Roll classes. Rockabilly is a great alternative to Rock n Roll when the songs being played get a little quicker.
Learning Rockabilly will give you another dance style to do as an alternative to Rock n Roll – so come and join us for some fun while learning this great dance! There’s no need to book in, just get there 10 minutes early on the first night.
WHAT IS ROCKABILLY DANCING?
Rockabilly dancing is an upbeat style of social dancing that evolved alongside Rockabilly music—a blend of early rock ’n’ roll, rhythm & blues, and country music. It emerged in the early 1950s, primarily in the Southern United States, and became popular in dance halls, diners, and jukebox joints. It can be danced to slow, medium or fast tempo music with a strong back beat. The dance reflects the rebellious and fun-loving spirit of the 1950’s youth culture. There are no back-steps in Rockabilly and the man circles the lady in an anticlockwise direction. The footwork in Rockabilly is different to Rock n Roll, so it’s important to start with the beginners classes, even if you’ve danced Rock n roll for years. Some people would say it is easier than Rock n Roll.
FOOTLOOSE JACKETS & SHIRTS
🔥 NEW STUDIO JACKET & POLO’s – ORDER YOURS NOW! 🔥
Step out in style and pride for our dance studio while representing your love for dance with our new Footloose Rockers Studio Jackets and Polo Shirts!
These comfortable, quality jackets are the perfect addition to your dance wardrobe—whether you’re going to classes, heading out to a dance social, or simply showing off your passion for Rock ‘n’ Roll, you’ll want one!
✨ Why you’ll love them:
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They have the official large Footloose Rockers logo on the back, small front logo, and your name on the front. They are embroidered, so there will be no cracking or fading like some screen prints!
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Available in a range of sizes – both Mens and Ladies cuts!
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They are durable, cosy, warm and stylish!
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A great way to feel part of the Footloose crew!
Show your studio pride and order one now! JACKETS are available in BLACK with WHITE SLEEVES, BLACK with BLACK SLEEVES or DARK GREY & LIGHT GREY! They are $130 fully embroidered. POLO SHIRTS are $40 and have the small front Footloose logo.
PLEASE NOTE! This will be the only order we’ll be doing for jackets this year – so you need to ORDER YOURS NOW!
We’ll be taking SAMPLE SIZES to classes over the next couple of weeks, so if you are keen to get one, and would like to try one on, please come to classes at either of the following venues:
*** Monday 28 July or 11 August at Wests Illawarra between 6.30 to 9.30pm; or
*** Wednesday 30 July or 13 August at Albion Pk Bowls.
Please note that we will only get in what has been ordered and paid for – there’ll be no extra stock! We’d love to see everyone wearing our studio clothing and being proud of the studio you belong to! These jackets are cosy and warm and wash extremely well. Some of our students have had these for years, and they still look like new! Please make sure you tell us what name you want on them.
CLASS INFORMATION
The new 5-week course starts 11th and 13th August, and following is the timetable. New course flyers are on the desk at classes, so please feel free to take a bundle and hand them around.
We have a SUPER SPECIAL WINTER PRICE for Beginners Rock n Roll – IT’S JUST $40 FOR THE 5 WEEK COURSE! So encourage your friends while the price is reduced for this SPECIAL! Please note this is for Beginners Rock n Roll ONLY AT Albion Park Bowling Club starting on 13th August. This offer is NOT FOR BEGINNERS ROCKABILLY.
Let’s Grow Our Dance Family – Bring a Friend!
Love your Rock ‘n’ Roll dance classes? Why not share the fun! We’d love for you to invite your friends, family, or workmates to come along and give dancing a try.
Whether they’ve never danced before or just need a little nudge to get started, our classes are the perfect place to learn, laugh, and move to the music. No partner or experience needed – just a willingness to have fun!
Help us grow our vibrant dance community and show others just how enjoyable Rock ‘n’ Roll dancing can be. One step from you could spark a lifelong love of dance for someone else!
CLASS PRICES
BEGINNERS ROCK N ROLL: $40/person for the 5 week course or $13/person paid weekly;
BEGINNERS ROCKABILLY: $13/Person paid weekly or purchase a 5 lesson pass for $60;
LEVEL 2 or INTERMEDIATE: $13/person paid weekly or purchase a CLASS PASS;
REPEAT A CLASS IN THE SAME WEEK: $5/person
FOOTLOOSE ROCKERS CHRISTMAS PARTY
Our Christmas party this year is on SATURDAY 6 DECEMBER at Wests Illawarra, and the band is the fabulous JUKE BOX JIVE! The theme will be MARDI GRAS – Think colours of purple, green and gold, sequined outfits, coloured beads and glam outfits from the New Orleans Mardi Gras, or alternatively if you want to dress with lots of feathers and sequins like the Sydney Mardi Gras – that’s fine as well! The options are endless – just google “Mardi Gras Fancy Dress ideas”. Of course, dressing up is only an option – feel free to dress in smart dance clothing if you’d prefer. Tickets will go on sale in September.
NEW ZEALAND HOLIDAY – 12 – 23 MARCH 2026!
We are hosting a Rock n Roll Group holiday to the beautiful South Island of New Zealand, and you are invited to join us! We’ve been hosting group Rock n Roll holidays on behalf of the Rock n Roll Travel Club since 2006, and we can’t wait to add New Zealand to our long list of adventures! These holidays are always lots of fun, and are fantastic value! Its great traveling with a group of people that have common interests, and for singles, it’s a great way to travel, as you’ll feel safer and have lots of people to interact with. Message us if you’d like a detailed itinerary sent to you.
The price is $4,699 per person twin share, and that includes accommodation, tours, breakfasts every day, 3 dinners, 2 lunches, luxury coach, meet and greet, a trans-alpine train journey, 2 different three-hour cruises, and a visit to the Caroline Bay Rock n Hop festival, and so much more – see the flyer for all the details!
The Caroline Bay Rock & Hop festival in Timaru attracts over 1000 hot rods and includes Rock n Roll bands, market stalls and dances! Here’s the link to their web site, to give you an idea of what it’s like: https://carolinebayrockandhop.co.nz/! We’d love you to join us in what promises to be an incredible holiday. Everyone Welcome – even your non-dancing friends/family! Get in quick – numbers are limited! For information or to book, email rachael@thetravelagent.net.au, or call Darryl on 0418 151 221.
SUNDAY SOCIAL DANCES!
Our next Sunday Rock n Roll dance is on 24 AUGUST 2025! These dances are held on the 4th Sunday of the month throughout the year. It’s FREE and EVERYONE IS WELCOME! They are held at Albion Park Bowling Club, Taylor Rd Albion Park, and the band is ROCK N ROLL EXPRESS DUO.
These dances are a great way to practice your dancing, and also get to know your fellow students in a fun, relaxed and safe environment.
ROCK N ROLL DANCES – WESTSIDE ROCKERS
Westside Rockers next monthly dance is on FRIDAY 15 AUGUST and the band is 60’S MAGIC ROCK N ROLL BAND. The Venue is WESTS ILLAWARRA, 1 Hargreave St Unanderra. Entry is $10, and time is 7.30pm to 11.00pm. There’s a huge dance floor and a great atmosphere!
Here’s the list of Westside Rockers dances for the remainder of the year:
Friday, 15th August – 60s Magic Rock n Roll
Friday, 26th September – Mr James Band
Friday, 17th October – Roc-A-Tac
Friday, 21st November – Hit Makers 4
Friday, 19th December – Dwayne Elix and the Engineers
CHROMEFEST 2025 ROCK N ROLL FESTIVAL
Are you going to Chromefest at The Entrance on the Central Coast this year? It is held from 24th to 26th October. It’s a fabulous Rock n Roll and Rockabilly festival that includes a huge car show, free bands, retro market stalls and so much more! Here’s the link to the web site if you want to check it out: https://chromefest.org/
As a side event at Chromefest, the fabulous SCOTTY BAKER will be appearing at the Wyong Leagues Club on Saturday 25 October, and he is being supported by the fantastic HELLRAISERS Band! Tickets are $35 each. We have 2 tables booked, so if you purchase tickets and want to sit with our group please let us know soon. Wyong Leagues has a huge dance floor and great restaurants. To book your tickets call Andrea on 0402 125 340.
CRANK IT UP FESTIVAL
If you love Rock n Roll and Rockabilly music, then one of the best festivals on the south coast is the CRANK IT UP FESTIVAL. It’s held in Batemans Bay from 14 – 16 November. We’ve been going for a few years and wouldn’t miss it. It has hot rods, free bands, dance nights, retro market stalls and a huge dance floor right on the waterfront where the bands play. Here’s the link to their web page: https://crankitupbatemansbay.com/
ROCK JUMP & JIVE DANCE NIGHT
The Rockin Express band and DJ George Galea will be playing at Albion Park Bowling Club on Saturday 8th November. Time is 7pm and Tickets are $20 each. Tickets are available by calling Mary Abela on 0438 572 722. This event is supporting the WINGS 4 KIDS charity.
That’s it for this month – keep on rockin’!
Sue & Geoff
Footloose Rockers Dance Studio
Ph: 0410 483 560
Web: www.footlooserockers.com.au
Facebook: @FootlooseRockers
Instagram: footlooserockers
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