One thing that I’ve learned to do, is to ask for the tools I need to get me through those days.

Before I roll out of bed, I ask for the strength, the courage, the knowledge and all the tools I need to make the best of my day.

And throughout the day, I’ve learned to continously give thanks for the greatness and awesome things that come my way.

Same goes for when my day takes a turn for the unpleasant. When this happens, I ask for the tools I need to make the change so that my day gets better.

This helps me get back on track and even if the day doesn’t turn around, my mind is now focus on the sulution and not making the issue more of an issue.

Try it. The ulimate focus is to ask for what you need and to give thanks for what you already have.

This is why we have to make sure that what we are asking for is what we truly want.

Enjoy your weekend.

I had so much fun. I can’t thank you all enough, for coming out and dancing with MsToya and I.

We started a Facebook Like Page, and of course we are inviting you to go over there and LIKE the page. We have lots planned and lots to share with you. CLICK HERE to Like the page.

Thanks again.

MsToya and I answered some of the common questions that many of you are asking.

We organized your questions in categories. HOT n Heels, Dance Vixen and the Dance Xpression Workshop. If you still have questions after this please email us at info@dancexpression.com

Hot n Heels

What is Hot n Heels? I’m sure we’ve all noticed that girl walking down the street, or at the night club and admired her confidence, power and sass. This Hot n Heels class will help you feel the same way, by exploring your confidence through dance moves and having fun while doing it!

Do I have to dance in heels? You shouldn’t feel intimidated as everyone is taking the class to have fun, sweat and learn ways to Xpress themselves.

What if I can’t dance in heels? It is suggested that you bring your heels and try out the moves, whether it be high heels, kitten heels or even flats…it’s all based on your comfort level.

What size heels? You can wear high heels, kitten heels or flats.

Dance Vixen

What is the dance Vixen style? This style is all about embracing yourself, and being free with your movement. It’s dancing with confidence, sensuality and a little edge to keep your audience intrigued and wanting more. It’s playful, yet sexy and smart. The Dance vixen style brings you to the dance floor and allows to you to let go and be the vixen that is waiting to be released. You have seen Beyonce, Ciara, and other artist strut their movements; well it’s your turn to tap into yourself.

Is this a strip tease class? NO this class is not a strip tease class. Yes the moves are sexy; however they are tastefully done with the art of dance and creative choreography being the focus. If you choose to go home and turn it into a strip tease dance for that special someone or for yourself then you do that. I applaud you, do what makes you feel good. Go ahead and Xpress yourself.

Is this dance style hard? No this style is not hard. I understand that everyone is at a different level, that is why I made sure that each move can be done with different dance levels in mind. The beginner dancer can do the same move, but not with the same complexity, and the advance dancer can do the move and add more complexity to it. Overall this Xperience is not an intimidating one, so it’s for all to enjoy.

The Dance Xperience workshop

How can I get a discount? You can visit anyone one of these websites to get a special discount on the regular ticket price. Just click on the name and you will be taken to the website automatically. The Dancers of Toronto and Those Girls Are Wild. If your having any issues getting a 10 or 15% discount please email us at info@dancexpress.com

Can I still get Early Bird tickets? Yes, there are 10 limited early bird tickets, you can get them if they are still available by visiting Those Girls Are Wild website. But you have to hurry because once those xclusive tickets are gone, then its back to the 10 or 15% discount.

What can I expect at the workshop? Expect to have a good time and empower yourself through movements that are made just for a women’s body and attitude. Expect to let go and Xpress yourself in ways that will make you feel good. Expect to be surrounded by other amazing ladies. You will learn how to tap into yourself, so that your comfortable with who you are so that your able to xpress yourself in your everyday life as a dancer or non dancer.

Is the workshop just for dancers? No..this workshop is not just for dancers. This Dance Xpression workshop is for dancers and non dancers. It’s for ladies who love to dance and or who want to try something new.

What if I’m a complete beginner? Yes of course you can attend if your a completed beginner, we want you in the studio with us ladies, embracing your confidence, letting go and Xpressing yourself.

I’m an advance dancer is this for me? Yes it is for you, every advance dancer needs the opportunity to let go. You will be surrounded by other dancers and non dancers, it’s the perfect environment to let go, learn something new and dance….ask yourself when was the last time I let go and dance..well now is the time to do so, this workshop is for you.

Are the dance moves hard? The dance moves that are taught by Toya and myself are very different, and they give you the right challenge. We teach the moves and break them down so that each person is able to pick it up, and depending on the dance move, we give variations so that you can increase or decrease the complexity of the dance move.

What should I wear? Wear what makes you comfortable and feel good. It’s called Dance Xpression, so xpress yourself and your style. We will be xpressing ourselves, so you should too.

Where is the workshop? Gotta Dance Studio located at 3581 Dundas Street West

When is it? This Saturday January 21^st 2012

What time is it? 1pm  to 4pm

I want to attend how do I get my ticket?: CLICK HERE to get your ticket now

POINTS ON HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR LIFE

Personality

Community

Life

Sometimes we don’t know where to start and what to do to go after the life we want.

And before you know it, we are wrapped up in someone else’s plan, someone else dream, and someone’s else’s goal.

It’s always good to help and support others. But you are your own person; you have your own dreams, your own goals and your own personality.

If you’re stuck in a relationship, personal or professional and it’s hindering you from taking flight, take some time to search deep within you and ask yourself, is this helping me to get closer to my goals or dream. Or am I being comfortable, and am using this platform because I’m afraid to step out and see my own shadow.

It’s a powerful question, but it’s one that will help you and one that can change your life.

I’ve been there myself, and I continue to ask myself if I’m moving forward or being comfortable and allowing someone else to carve my path for me.

Sometimes we are surrounded by people that try to take one up on us..they feel great by making us feel small and or inferior. Really this is done because they don’t feel good about themselves, so there way of feeling good and powerful is to come across better and bigger than us.

They never support you, but they are quick to ask for your support, saying, you know what I’m really better than you, and it will be crazy if I did anything for you.

It’s a New Year, and the best time to start going after your dreams and goals is now.

Support others, but don’t get lost constantly trying to please them, and lose sight of your dream and lose yourself in the process. It will be hard to step away, if it was easy, chances are you would have done it long time ago. But when you step away you will feel that weight lifted off your shoulder. You might feel scared and not sure what to do..but trust yourself and trust that you have what it takes to start a new venture and meet new people that will support you each step of the way.

Don’t let anyone hold you down. Life is too sweet for that.

Kay-Ann

If you enjoy telling great stories via film then maybe we got something for you! The Black Chick Group is looking for a Volunteer Video Editor/Videographer to work with our team on the Traveling Black Chicks Blog and other projects.

CLICK HERE  for more details.

Wishing you all an AMAZING beginning to 2012. And not just beginning, have a great year.

Without a doubt I’m feeling good about 2012. One of the joys of entering a New Year is the thought of getting a fresh start, a clean canvass to call your own, so you can color it and create the picture you want. 

Create your canvass, and create the canvass that makes you happy.

Lets make 2012 great. What do you have planned? Write it down, and make it happen.

This is an old movie, way back and I actually just heard about it when I watched it for the 1st time.

Yes it was corny as hell, but I loved it. It was a feel good, over the top movie. I mean you have stereotypes being twisted around and all types of madness going on in this movie. The story line is cute, and the 80′s fashion, makes you get dizzy and creative at the same time.

If you’re looking for a nice Friday night movie to watch with your friends, get good laughs, eat pop corn and pizza then this a movie  that will make everyone smile.

Here is a clip of my favorite scene in the movie. The Club fight scene.

Here is the new 2012 class schedule, it is ready for your viewing pleasure, after you view register before the early bird deadline so you can save.

Here is a quick peak of what to expect. Click on the name of the class to go to the page on the website for more info.

Sexy Caribbean Moves: Two locations. Mondays 8pm:9:15pm at Elevation Dancentre and Sundays 4pm-5pm in the Leslieville area

Dancehall Reggae: Tuesdays at 7pm-8pm at Elevation Dancentre

Sweat B4 U Sweat “Caribbean Dance Workout”:  Mondays at 7pm-8pm and Wednesdays 8pm-9pm at Elevation Dancentre.

You can register online.

I hope to see you all in the New Year.

Kay-Ann Ward

I want to thank you all for attending classes and making 2011 a great year.

You’re all amazing, I love your energy, and I love and appreciate the stories that you share with me. You’re all fantastic. I enjoy showing up every week to teach, even when I’m tired, after I teach, I always leave feeling super energized. So thank you again.

I want to share with you some important changes that will be effective in 2012

Starting in 2012 all dancehall, Soca, and the Sweat B4 U Sweat Caribbean Dance Workout classes will be under Sweat B4 U Sweat.

Sweat B4 U Sweat is all about the hottest dance moves, the hottest and most effective workout that comes from the Caribbean. The dance moves and workout makes you sweat when you think about it, it makes you sweat before you even step into the studio and it’s a definite sweat when you attend a dance class or group exercise class.

Like us on our new facebook page www.facebook/sweatb4usweat  follow us on www.twitter.com/Sweat_B4U_Sweat find us on http://www.youtube.com/sweatb4usweat

I will continue to teach themed workshops and sessions that are not part of the Sweat B4 U Sweat family; these workshops will be for dancers, adults and recreational dancers. All workshops, events and classes will be presented by my company BOLD Movement Production. Look out for some amazing themed workshops and shows.

Thank you all for your continuous support; it is you that make this all possible.

Have a great and safe Holiday

Kay-Ann