Class times and Venues
CLASSES AT WEST END - Monday nights
Time: Bollywood 5.30 - 6.30pm
Bollywood 6.30-7.30pm
Hip Hop: 7.30-8.30pm
Venue: OUR NEW VENUE as of November 30th 2009: the function room of 'The West End Club' at 2 Vulture West End
Cost: $7 per class or $10 for both classes on the same night.
Our 'just turn up' policy: No need to book or enrol, no need to phone ahead, just come along when you're ready to start. New choreography is taught every week so you can start any time. There's always room for you and your friends in these classes and they're on EVERY WEEK so just turn up. Don't be scared, we'll look after you.
Classes in December: Yes, classes are still on throughout Dec 2009! Our classes will run every week until Christmas eve when we'll take a three week break. It's not too late to start, don't leave it until next year when classes will be PACKED. Come along now to make a festive start to Bollywood and Hip Hop dancing.
CLASSES AT SPRING HILL - Wednesday nights
Time: Bollywood 6.30-7.30pm
Hip Hop: 7.30-8.30pm
Venue: St Paul's Presbyterian Church Hall - 43 St Paul's Terrace, Spring Hill
Cost: $7 per class or $10 for both classes on the same night.
Our 'just turn up' policy: No need to book or enrol, no need to phone ahead, just come along when you're ready to start. New choreography is taught every week so you can start any time. There's always room for you and your friends in these classes and they're on EVERY WEEK so just turn up. Don't be scared, we'll look after you.
Classes in December: Yes, classes are still on throughout Dec 2009! Our classes will run every week until Christmas eve when we'll take a three week break. It's not too late to start, don't leave it until next year when classes will be PACKED. Come along now to make a festive start to Bollywood and Hip Hop dancing.
Class schedule: Classes run every week except on public holidays. Classes run throughout school and university holidays. We will take a three week break after Christmas 2009. New choreography is taught every week so you can start any time. No need to enrol - just come along.
Payment: We accept cash only - there are no credit card or eftpos facility available at the venue. Payments can alo be made for multiple lessons by bank deposit prior to the lessons. Contact Rachael for more info.
What to wear: comfortable exercise clothing and exercise shoes (e.g. joggers).
What to bring: A bottle of water and a sense of humour
Who: Our classes are for women and men.
Age: The classes are designed for adults, however, mature teens are welcome to attend. Children under 12 years old may attend with an adult.
Description of dance styles:
Bollywood:
A fun and entertaining style of Indian musical and funk fusion dance as seen in Bollywood movies. The intensity is similar to walking at an easy pace. You may experience some light sweating and increased heart rate. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing. Class includes stretching, routine and cool down.
Hip Hop:
A modern and popular style of dance similar to that seen on music videos. The intensity is similar to doing a low impact aerobic class. Be prepared to sweat moderately. Class includes warm up, stretching, toning, routine and cool down. *PLEASE NOTE: Music used in Hip Hop classes contains occiaional course language that may not be suitable for children
Enrolment: There's no need to enrol in beginner classes, so just turn up! We teach new choreography in every class, so you can start any time. All classes are casual, meaning you don't need to sign up for a whole term.
For more information contact Rachael on
Dances: information about our current and past routines
All of these routines will be performed at our Christmas Party on December 12th 2009. If you'd like to perform with us, come to class regularly to learn these routines. Everyone's welcome, even if you've never danced before.
This week at Bollywood West End: Maahi Ve - A romantic and funny Bollyfunk favourite! Maahi Ve is a beautiful dance of celebration, love and friendship. Check out the video on the right hand side of this site.
This week at Bollywood Spring Hill: Barso Re - The gorgeous rain dance. This traditionally flavoured contemporary routine will have you grooving all week. The video is attached on this site.
This week at Hip Hop West End: Hotel Room Service - PitbullThis week at Hip Hop Spring Hill: I Know You Want Me - Pitbull
Past Bollywood routines:
- Nimbooda Nimbooda (The Lemon Song)
- Jai Ho
- Dhoom
- Dola Re Dola
- Woh Kisna Ha
Past Funk/Hip Hop routines:
- Dead and Gone - T-Pain and JT
- Sexy Bitch - Akon
- Boom Boom Pow - Black Eyed Peas
- I Gotta Feeling - Black Eyed Peas
- I Know You Want Me - Pitbull
- 3 - Britney Spears
- Low - Flo Rider
- Right Round - Flo Rider
Philosophy: the classes emphasise fun and fitness in a social and community atmosphere. There's no uniform, no sign up fee and no commitment required to join in the fun. So come along and have a go.
Help keep the cost of dance classes low: Our classes have always been $7 and we have never had a price rise becuase Bollyfunk Dance classes are designed to engage the community in dance, rather than make a large profit. It's our aim to offer affordable classes to all members of the community. You can help us keep the price of classes low by helping us spread the word about classes - tell your friends, put a poster up at your community noticeboard or letterbox some leaflets to your street. Ask Rachael for more info on how you can help.
Bollyfunk Services
We can arrange a variety of services to spice up your next event. Performers and instructors are available for private and corporate events. Some of our most popular services include:
- Bollywood Hens Parties
- Bollywood birthday parties
- A mini-Bollywood or Hip Hop class at your place
- Bollywood or Hip Hop Dance show at your event
- Wedding dancers
- Corporate and promotional events
We can tailor to your special needs and budget. Call 0414 305 600 or email rachaeljacobs@bigpond.com for prices and bookings. Please note: Bollyfunk is proud to engage all cultures in Bollywood dance. Our performers are from a wide range of backgrounds, including Australians.
Workshops
Bollyfunk runs affordable and accessible dance workshops for schools, workplaces, community groups and charities. Our most popular services include Bollywood classes, Hip Hop workshops, Drama and physical theatre workshops and social events. Our past clients have included high schools, disability services centres, homeless shelters and corporate organisations. Contact us to discuss how we can best cater to your organisations needs.
NEWS AND EVENTS
The Bollyfunk Christmas Party
December 12th 2009 from 7pm
Come along for an evening of dance, food, drinks and fun.
At the top floor of '320 on Leichhardt'
Address: 320 Boundary st Spring Hill
Cost: $10
Want to perform at this event? Come along to class to learn the routines. Everyone's welcome, even if you've never danced before.
This event is a fundraiser for Oxfam. Help Make Poverty History
Bollyfunk at the Ekka
Congratulations to all who performed at this year's Ekka. Photos are at the end of this page.
Congrats to Bollyfunk dancers for performances at the Queen St Mall at Dance for Your World - A fundraiser for Oxfam in May 2009. Over $1500 was raised at this event for aid projects in Cambodia.
Instructor: Rachael Jacobs
