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2019
18th March 2019
Another good night. The afternoon storm cooled things down a bit, so it was better dancing weather. 28 dancers through the door, danced 3 squares a lot of the night. More than a square of our regulars away for various reasons. All of our newer dancers except 1, were there. Margie from Caboolture was along to brush up her PLUS skills. Great to have Glenys with us and for the first time this year, Barry Brown. Taught, Fan the Top, Load the Boat and Ping Pong Circulate. I think Fan the Top gave us the most trouble. Sharyn won the members draw and I also had 2 requests for badges - more members Yay!!
Another good night. The afternoon storm cooled things down a bit, so it was better dancing weather. 28 dancers through the door, danced 3 squares a lot of the night. More than a square of our regulars away for various reasons. All of our newer dancers except 1, were there. Margie from Caboolture was along to brush up her PLUS skills. Great to have Glenys with us and for the first time this year, Barry Brown. Taught, Fan the Top, Load the Boat and Ping Pong Circulate. I think Fan the Top gave us the most trouble. Sharyn won the members draw and I also had 2 requests for badges - more members Yay!!
11th March 2019
Well, was it hot, hot, hot last night? Still it was an awesome night. 34 dancers through the door. We started with 4 squares and then danced 3 for most of the night. All of our newer/refresher dancers were back for more learning, we even had 1 extra. Taught Acey Deucey, Teacup Chain and Linear Cycle, they are all going well. Sue Ettles would have won the members draw. Thanks to all the Angels for helping get the newer dancers through.
Well, was it hot, hot, hot last night? Still it was an awesome night. 34 dancers through the door. We started with 4 squares and then danced 3 for most of the night. All of our newer/refresher dancers were back for more learning, we even had 1 extra. Taught Acey Deucey, Teacup Chain and Linear Cycle, they are all going well. Sue Ettles would have won the members draw. Thanks to all the Angels for helping get the newer dancers through.
4th March 2019
First night of Plus learners last night. 31 dancers through the door. We danced 3 squares most of the night.
It meant we could spread the 6 newer dancers amongst the regular dancers and get a better success rate.
The new dancers are Mary, Gloria, Lyndel, Mayet, Greg & Anne
We only did 3 movements, Chase Right/Left, Grand Swing Thru and Peel Off.
Great to see everybody coming along and supporting the class.
I tried to keep the night moving, so everyone got a fair shake.
Darren was back for the first time this year and he won the members draw.
First night of Plus learners last night. 31 dancers through the door. We danced 3 squares most of the night.
It meant we could spread the 6 newer dancers amongst the regular dancers and get a better success rate.
The new dancers are Mary, Gloria, Lyndel, Mayet, Greg & Anne
We only did 3 movements, Chase Right/Left, Grand Swing Thru and Peel Off.
Great to see everybody coming along and supporting the class.
I tried to keep the night moving, so everyone got a fair shake.
Darren was back for the first time this year and he won the members draw.
25th February 2019
Well, it was a lot more pleasant weather for dancing. 27 dancers in the hall, we danced 3 squares for the early part of the evening. Good to have Barry, Carol, Bill, Joan and Linda back on the dance floor. Denice is away to South America for 6 weeks. Bruce & Gail are now away for a few months on their caravan trip to Tassy for the National. I wonder how many we'll get for the start of classes next week? The members draw did not go off, it jackpots for next week.
Well, it was a lot more pleasant weather for dancing. 27 dancers in the hall, we danced 3 squares for the early part of the evening. Good to have Barry, Carol, Bill, Joan and Linda back on the dance floor. Denice is away to South America for 6 weeks. Bruce & Gail are now away for a few months on their caravan trip to Tassy for the National. I wonder how many we'll get for the start of classes next week? The members draw did not go off, it jackpots for next week.
17th February 2019
Great night at Upbeat. At least 5 dancers got there before me. 24 dancers through the door, we did dance 3 squares for a few brackets. Played with some left handed Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears. Also some assymetrical Relay the Deucey & Dixie Grand. Great to see Jan, Rod & Margaret back on the dance floor. We should have Barry & Carol back with us next week, they've been overseas. Glenys won the members draw. Finally the heat has backed off just a little, a bit more comfortable to dance.
Great night at Upbeat. At least 5 dancers got there before me. 24 dancers through the door, we did dance 3 squares for a few brackets. Played with some left handed Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears. Also some assymetrical Relay the Deucey & Dixie Grand. Great to see Jan, Rod & Margaret back on the dance floor. We should have Barry & Carol back with us next week, they've been overseas. Glenys won the members draw. Finally the heat has backed off just a little, a bit more comfortable to dance.
11th February 2019
Another hot night, it's great that people are still coming out to dance. 18 dancers in the hall. Started with 1 square, then 2 for most of the night and 1 at the end. Joan would have won the members draw, had she been there, she does have a good excuse though. Looking forward to the change of season.
Another hot night, it's great that people are still coming out to dance. 18 dancers in the hall. Started with 1 square, then 2 for most of the night and 1 at the end. Joan would have won the members draw, had she been there, she does have a good excuse though. Looking forward to the change of season.
4th February 2019 - First dance of the year
19 dancers in the hall for what was quite a hot night - and humid due to the rain. Quite a few aplogies for various reasons. Started the night with a 6 couple dance and then danced 2 squares for most of the night and then only 1 for the last few brackets. There were a couple of "what the hell did he call" moments, but dancers weren't as rusty as they might have been. Gail won the members draw. Our learner/refresher course starts on the 4th of March.
19 dancers in the hall for what was quite a hot night - and humid due to the rain. Quite a few aplogies for various reasons. Started the night with a 6 couple dance and then danced 2 squares for most of the night and then only 1 for the last few brackets. There were a couple of "what the hell did he call" moments, but dancers weren't as rusty as they might have been. Gail won the members draw. Our learner/refresher course starts on the 4th of March.
End of 2018 - See you on the 4th February 2019
3rd December 2018 - Last dance of the year - Christmas Party
What a great way to end the year at Upbeat Chaos. 35 dancers in the hall, most dressing a little Christmassy. A nice change to have a guest caller for the evening, Thank you Elaine Davis. The songs were all Christmas, all night. Also really nice to have Margaret Baines with us for the Evening - thanks to Desiree & John for bringing her. Margaret brought her usual Santa chocolates for everyone. Quite a number of raffles were donated, even a toothbrush (BBQ grill cleaner) as a booby/consolation prize. There was a lot of supper donations, I don't think anyone went away hungry. Thanks to all the club members for a really great dance year in 2018, I hope we continue bigger and better next year. Remember that we start back at 7pm on the 4th February 2019
What a great way to end the year at Upbeat Chaos. 35 dancers in the hall, most dressing a little Christmassy. A nice change to have a guest caller for the evening, Thank you Elaine Davis. The songs were all Christmas, all night. Also really nice to have Margaret Baines with us for the Evening - thanks to Desiree & John for bringing her. Margaret brought her usual Santa chocolates for everyone. Quite a number of raffles were donated, even a toothbrush (BBQ grill cleaner) as a booby/consolation prize. There was a lot of supper donations, I don't think anyone went away hungry. Thanks to all the club members for a really great dance year in 2018, I hope we continue bigger and better next year. Remember that we start back at 7pm on the 4th February 2019
Last night was also a special night for one of our dancers David Pearce. As you know David was a caller for 46 years before retiring last Christmas. Last night the Queensland Callers Association presented him with a certificate for his dedication to the activity over all that time. Well done David, and well deserved. In his acceptance, he paid tribute to Faith for all that she did to support him.
26th November 2018
Quite a number away last night. 16 dancers in the hall. We still danced 2 squares about 1/2 the time. Did one bracket of 6 couple dancing. Linda won the members draw again. Left handed Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears is a challenge, must do more of it. Finished with a couple of requests. Next week is our break-up Christmas party, please bring a plate. Wear your favourite Christmas outfit.
Quite a number away last night. 16 dancers in the hall. We still danced 2 squares about 1/2 the time. Did one bracket of 6 couple dancing. Linda won the members draw again. Left handed Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears is a challenge, must do more of it. Finished with a couple of requests. Next week is our break-up Christmas party, please bring a plate. Wear your favourite Christmas outfit.
I just looked at numbers for the last year. The average number of dancers this year was 21, a little shy of 3 squares each night. The highest number was 32, it would be nice to beat that number for our final night of 2018 on Monday 3rd December.
Our lowest attended night was 12, the coldest part of the year.
Thank you to all our members and visitors for dancing with us throughout the year.
Our lowest attended night was 12, the coldest part of the year.
Thank you to all our members and visitors for dancing with us throughout the year.
19th November 2018
Really enjoyed last night. A few apologies, but there were 19 dancers in the hall, we danced 2 squares most of the night. Di was back after her cruise. Linda won the members draw. 2 more weeks until our Christmas party.
If you were unaware, today was Margaret Baine's 80th Birthday.
Really enjoyed last night. A few apologies, but there were 19 dancers in the hall, we danced 2 squares most of the night. Di was back after her cruise. Linda won the members draw. 2 more weeks until our Christmas party.
If you were unaware, today was Margaret Baine's 80th Birthday.
12th November 2018
Numbers down a little last night. 19 dancers in the hall. A lot of laughs to be had. With her right arm in a sling, Faith did a great job keeping up with everything. Jim won the members draw at $20. Only three more dance nights this year. Our Christmas party is the 3rd of December - please bring a plate for supper.
Numbers down a little last night. 19 dancers in the hall. A lot of laughs to be had. With her right arm in a sling, Faith did a great job keeping up with everything. Jim won the members draw at $20. Only three more dance nights this year. Our Christmas party is the 3rd of December - please bring a plate for supper.
5th November 2018
Who turned the furnace up? Last night was a little warm. Only 15 brave souls came out to dance. We played with some interesting stuff and the breaks were a little longer than usual. Members draw will jackpot to $20 next week. We also finished a bit early due to the heat.
Who turned the furnace up? Last night was a little warm. Only 15 brave souls came out to dance. We played with some interesting stuff and the breaks were a little longer than usual. Members draw will jackpot to $20 next week. We also finished a bit early due to the heat.
29th October 2018
Great night at UpBeat. 26 dancers in the hall for a Ghoulish night of Plus dancing. Fabulous to have Gary visiting the club. Plenty of themed dress by the dancers.
Halloween music had us all dancing along with witches and ghouls and giggles. Great opportunity to extend catching up with more silliness with made up moves in one of Gary’s calls and Glenn's appropriately themed music selection.
Plenty of Raffle prizes too - Bunnings Vouchers, Boxes of Chocolates, Bottle of wine and as usual some of Jim's beautiful flowers. Thanks to all those that donated prizes. Thanks also to those that "brought a plate", there was certainly plenty of food. See pictures HERE
Great night at UpBeat. 26 dancers in the hall for a Ghoulish night of Plus dancing. Fabulous to have Gary visiting the club. Plenty of themed dress by the dancers.
Halloween music had us all dancing along with witches and ghouls and giggles. Great opportunity to extend catching up with more silliness with made up moves in one of Gary’s calls and Glenn's appropriately themed music selection.
Plenty of Raffle prizes too - Bunnings Vouchers, Boxes of Chocolates, Bottle of wine and as usual some of Jim's beautiful flowers. Thanks to all those that donated prizes. Thanks also to those that "brought a plate", there was certainly plenty of food. See pictures HERE
22nd October 2018
Had a really great time with 20 dancers in the hall last night. Danced 2 squares most of the night. Did one bracket of 6 couple rectangle. I think it went well, probably the best I've called it. The nights are starting to warm up. At least it's better than the rainy nights we've had lately. Great to have Glenys with us. And I know Bruce will love this - he would have won the members draw had he been here.
Had a really great time with 20 dancers in the hall last night. Danced 2 squares most of the night. Did one bracket of 6 couple rectangle. I think it went well, probably the best I've called it. The nights are starting to warm up. At least it's better than the rainy nights we've had lately. Great to have Glenys with us. And I know Bruce will love this - he would have won the members draw had he been here.
Many square dancers are part of other community organisations. Russell Wall is one of them.
40 years with the S.E.S. is a massive achievement. Well Done and Thank You Russell.
40 years with the S.E.S. is a massive achievement. Well Done and Thank You Russell.
15th October 2018
Well, is it good weather for ducks, or what!! Still, 21 dancers arrived early at Upbeat. We started dancing at 10 to 7. Two squares most of the night. Played with "Load the Boat" from Tidal Waves and also played with Facing Diamonds, no troubles at all. Joan won the members draw. 2 weeks until our Halloween night.
Well, is it good weather for ducks, or what!! Still, 21 dancers arrived early at Upbeat. We started dancing at 10 to 7. Two squares most of the night. Played with "Load the Boat" from Tidal Waves and also played with Facing Diamonds, no troubles at all. Joan won the members draw. 2 weeks until our Halloween night.
8th October 2018
Thunderstorms & Lightning, very, very Frightning. So, 17 dancers braved the expected thunderstorms and rain. We did dance 2 squares most of the night. Because it got hot at one stage, I opened the back door, but then the rain started pouring in. Had to get a mop out to clean up. Played with "Load the Boat" from T-bones. Hazel would have won the members draw if she'd been there, it jackpots again. By the time we finished, the weather had improved.
Thunderstorms & Lightning, very, very Frightning. So, 17 dancers braved the expected thunderstorms and rain. We did dance 2 squares most of the night. Because it got hot at one stage, I opened the back door, but then the rain started pouring in. Had to get a mop out to clean up. Played with "Load the Boat" from T-bones. Hazel would have won the members draw if she'd been there, it jackpots again. By the time we finished, the weather had improved.
1st October 2018
Public Holiday Monday, still 23 dancers in the hall. Danced 2 squares from start to finish. Plenty of extra dancers, so everyone could grab a cuppa when they wanted. Had a little play with Crossfire Twice - it's definately a work in progress. Joan wasn't there, so the members draw jackpots. It must be spring, judging by the amount of vegetables coming in from the various gardens of our dancers. Thanks to all the dancers for the help setting up and packing up, it certainly makes things easier.
Public Holiday Monday, still 23 dancers in the hall. Danced 2 squares from start to finish. Plenty of extra dancers, so everyone could grab a cuppa when they wanted. Had a little play with Crossfire Twice - it's definately a work in progress. Joan wasn't there, so the members draw jackpots. It must be spring, judging by the amount of vegetables coming in from the various gardens of our dancers. Thanks to all the dancers for the help setting up and packing up, it certainly makes things easier.
24th September 2018
Great night at UpBeat. 27 dancers in the hall. Started the night with 3 squares, finished with 2. Played a little with Left Handed Spin Chain the Gears. Also played with Crossfire - GGBB Lines to 1/2 Sashayed 1/4 Tag. Denice won the members draw. Thanks dancers, for a fabulous dance and allowing me to experiment. Also good to have Ron & Hazel back after Ron's knee op.
Great night at UpBeat. 27 dancers in the hall. Started the night with 3 squares, finished with 2. Played a little with Left Handed Spin Chain the Gears. Also played with Crossfire - GGBB Lines to 1/2 Sashayed 1/4 Tag. Denice won the members draw. Thanks dancers, for a fabulous dance and allowing me to experiment. Also good to have Ron & Hazel back after Ron's knee op.
17th September 2018
Fantastic night at UpBeat. 25 dancers in the hall, great to see most of our regulars. Margaret Baines came for a visit, no dancing though. Joan won the members draw. David & Faith brought along some home grown veges for the members. Just seemed to be a really fun "upbeat" dance night. Please excuse the Pun.
Finished the night with a couple of requests.
Fantastic night at UpBeat. 25 dancers in the hall, great to see most of our regulars. Margaret Baines came for a visit, no dancing though. Joan won the members draw. David & Faith brought along some home grown veges for the members. Just seemed to be a really fun "upbeat" dance night. Please excuse the Pun.
Finished the night with a couple of requests.
Also had Rosie's Mum's funeral today - the service went well, it was a nice send off for Mum.
10th September 2018
Tough day at the Hospital with Rosalie today. Then a phone call to tell us her Mum had passed away. So, up to Inverpine residential to see her. 24 dancers in the hall for dancing. Best numbers in the last month or so. I wish I'd been more up to it than I was. The Dancers decided that we needed to finish a little early so I could be with Rosalie. They are such a nice bunch of people, I don't like to let them down. Next week will be better.
Tough day at the Hospital with Rosalie today. Then a phone call to tell us her Mum had passed away. So, up to Inverpine residential to see her. 24 dancers in the hall for dancing. Best numbers in the last month or so. I wish I'd been more up to it than I was. The Dancers decided that we needed to finish a little early so I could be with Rosalie. They are such a nice bunch of people, I don't like to let them down. Next week will be better.
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3rd September 2018
Really enjoyed the night. 20 dancers in the hall. Danced 2 squares all but one bracket, when a few decided they needed a cuppa. Stiill playing with "Peel the Top" from a few different formations. Tried out my new song "Jungle to the Zoo" , it went over well. Barry Brown won the members draw.
Really enjoyed the night. 20 dancers in the hall. Danced 2 squares all but one bracket, when a few decided they needed a cuppa. Stiill playing with "Peel the Top" from a few different formations. Tried out my new song "Jungle to the Zoo" , it went over well. Barry Brown won the members draw.
27th August 2018
18 dancers in the hall, danced 2 squares most of the night. Good to have David & Faith back from their trip. The floor started off a little sticky, but was improved after I mopped it with hot water. Played with "Peel the Top" from LH & RH columns, also with the Heads/Sides in a LH or RH Box between the Sides/Heads. We'll be working on it more as time goes on. Russell Wall won the $30 members draw.
18 dancers in the hall, danced 2 squares most of the night. Good to have David & Faith back from their trip. The floor started off a little sticky, but was improved after I mopped it with hot water. Played with "Peel the Top" from LH & RH columns, also with the Heads/Sides in a LH or RH Box between the Sides/Heads. We'll be working on it more as time goes on. Russell Wall won the $30 members draw.
20th August 2018
Basically a carbon copy of last week, just different visitors. Great to have Dick & Karen join us. Still 17 dancers in the hall. Did one 6 couple bracket. Members draw still building. Again, the last bracket or 2 only had 1 square. Yes, we will be dancing on the public holiday on the 1st of October (Queen's Birthday).
Basically a carbon copy of last week, just different visitors. Great to have Dick & Karen join us. Still 17 dancers in the hall. Did one 6 couple bracket. Members draw still building. Again, the last bracket or 2 only had 1 square. Yes, we will be dancing on the public holiday on the 1st of October (Queen's Birthday).
13th August 2018
I think I'm a bit over Winter. 17 dancers in the hall last night. Danced 2 squares most of the night. Great to have a visitor, Nelson from Tasmania. He seemed to have a good time. Soooo many of our dancers sick, injured or on holiday. The members draw didn't go off, so it jackpots to $25.00 next week. We did one bracket of 6 couple dancing and the last bracket only had 1 square
I think I'm a bit over Winter. 17 dancers in the hall last night. Danced 2 squares most of the night. Great to have a visitor, Nelson from Tasmania. He seemed to have a good time. Soooo many of our dancers sick, injured or on holiday. The members draw didn't go off, so it jackpots to $25.00 next week. We did one bracket of 6 couple dancing and the last bracket only had 1 square
6th August 2018
Had a good night at Upbeat. Numbers down to 18 due to a few medical procedures and other illnesses. We danced 2 squares most of the time. The members draw is still jackpotting. We are in the process of deciding whether we'll dance on the Queen's Birthday Public Holiday 1st October - watch this space. Just for a change, it was quite a warm night, bring on Spring - please!!
Had a good night at Upbeat. Numbers down to 18 due to a few medical procedures and other illnesses. We danced 2 squares most of the time. The members draw is still jackpotting. We are in the process of deciding whether we'll dance on the Queen's Birthday Public Holiday 1st October - watch this space. Just for a change, it was quite a warm night, bring on Spring - please!!
30th July 2018
Well, some of the ugliest women and good looking fellas I've seen in a lonng while. Cross dressing at UpBeat. 23 dancers in the hall. So we danced 2 squares all night. See a couple of pics on the PAST EVENTS page
I can't deal with a handbag and long hair, I don't know how you ladies do it. The raffles went off well but the members draw jackpots to $15.00 next weekl. Plenty of supper, I tried but there was still some left overs. Sorry that Russell was unable to attend, his Mum isn't well. A shame a few of our other regulars were unable to attend due to illness.
Well, some of the ugliest women and good looking fellas I've seen in a lonng while. Cross dressing at UpBeat. 23 dancers in the hall. So we danced 2 squares all night. See a couple of pics on the PAST EVENTS page
I can't deal with a handbag and long hair, I don't know how you ladies do it. The raffles went off well but the members draw jackpots to $15.00 next weekl. Plenty of supper, I tried but there was still some left overs. Sorry that Russell was unable to attend, his Mum isn't well. A shame a few of our other regulars were unable to attend due to illness.
22nd July 2018
Well, Post Convention dance night. We had 17 dancers in the hall. Great to see Jim & Sharon again. A visit from Sylvia Pitt of Gumdale. I admit to being a little tired and so were some dancers. A good thing we weren't counting each others faux pas. Rod would have won the members draw had he been there. Did one 6 couple rectangle session.
Well, Post Convention dance night. We had 17 dancers in the hall. Great to see Jim & Sharon again. A visit from Sylvia Pitt of Gumdale. I admit to being a little tired and so were some dancers. A good thing we weren't counting each others faux pas. Rod would have won the members draw had he been there. Did one 6 couple rectangle session.
16th July 2018
We had a wonderful night at Upbeat last night. 25 dancers in the hall. Plus, Glenys dropped in for a visit - she's still recovering from her illness. Jim & Sharyn dropped in too. Jim is still recovering from his operation. We had a great dance, 3 squares about 1/2 the time. Great also, to have Ron & Hazel back, and wouldn't you know it - Hazel won the members draw, 1st night back. Really enjoying the dancers wanting to experiment with new choreo.
We had a wonderful night at Upbeat last night. 25 dancers in the hall. Plus, Glenys dropped in for a visit - she's still recovering from her illness. Jim & Sharyn dropped in too. Jim is still recovering from his operation. We had a great dance, 3 squares about 1/2 the time. Great also, to have Ron & Hazel back, and wouldn't you know it - Hazel won the members draw, 1st night back. Really enjoying the dancers wanting to experiment with new choreo.
9th July 2018
A most enjoyable night at UpBeat. 22 dancers through the door. Danced 2 squares from start to finish. Still a few members away for various reasons, holidays, illness etc., hope they're back soon. We played with a Left Handed Relay the Deucey. Even managed to sneak in a mixed sexes Co-Ordinate. Bruce won the members draw. Only 3 weeks until our Cross Dress party night.
A most enjoyable night at UpBeat. 22 dancers through the door. Danced 2 squares from start to finish. Still a few members away for various reasons, holidays, illness etc., hope they're back soon. We played with a Left Handed Relay the Deucey. Even managed to sneak in a mixed sexes Co-Ordinate. Bruce won the members draw. Only 3 weeks until our Cross Dress party night.
2nd July 2018
Really enjoyed last night at Upbeat. 23 dancers in the hall, danced 2 squares all night. At times, the laughter was louder than the music. Played a little with left handed Relay the Deucey. Patricia won the members draw.
Really enjoyed last night at Upbeat. 23 dancers in the hall, danced 2 squares all night. At times, the laughter was louder than the music. Played a little with left handed Relay the Deucey. Patricia won the members draw.
25th June 2018
A lot of laughs last night. 20 dancers in the hall, we danced 2 squares most of the night. Also did a 6 couple Rectangle - we successfully completed Relay the Deucey. Linda won the members draw.
A lot of laughs last night. 20 dancers in the hall, we danced 2 squares most of the night. Also did a 6 couple Rectangle - we successfully completed Relay the Deucey. Linda won the members draw.
18th June 2018
Another great UpBeat dance night. 22 dancers in the hall, danced 2 squares all night. Still, there were a few apologies for various reasons. I think the cold is affecting numbers a little. It might seem "Out there" but we did explore "Ends & Centres, both do the Ends part of Load the Boat", not too bad eventually. Also played with Crossfire from "Ends In-Inverted Lines". Heather won the members draw ($10)
Another great UpBeat dance night. 22 dancers in the hall, danced 2 squares all night. Still, there were a few apologies for various reasons. I think the cold is affecting numbers a little. It might seem "Out there" but we did explore "Ends & Centres, both do the Ends part of Load the Boat", not too bad eventually. Also played with Crossfire from "Ends In-Inverted Lines". Heather won the members draw ($10)
11th June 2018
We had 20 dancers in the hall last night. It might have been a "Full Moon", we had some issues with a few things that we normally do without issues. Had a look at Crossfire from Facing Lines, a lot of fun initially, then they got it. Good to have Russell & Di back from their travels. Quite a few of our regulars away for various reasons.
Members draw jackpots until next week.
We had 20 dancers in the hall last night. It might have been a "Full Moon", we had some issues with a few things that we normally do without issues. Had a look at Crossfire from Facing Lines, a lot of fun initially, then they got it. Good to have Russell & Di back from their travels. Quite a few of our regulars away for various reasons.
Members draw jackpots until next week.
4th June 2018
Great night at UpBeat. 25 dancers in the hall, danced 3 squares probably half the night. Continuing with the "And Roll" & the "And Spread" calls. Also continuing with the many Formations & Arrangements for "Crossfire". Dancers seem to be enjoying the challenge. Rod won the members draw for the 2nd time in a row. Dancers wishing Graham Lawson well with his recent health concerns. Good to see Margaret back with us.
Great night at UpBeat. 25 dancers in the hall, danced 3 squares probably half the night. Continuing with the "And Roll" & the "And Spread" calls. Also continuing with the many Formations & Arrangements for "Crossfire". Dancers seem to be enjoying the challenge. Rod won the members draw for the 2nd time in a row. Dancers wishing Graham Lawson well with his recent health concerns. Good to see Margaret back with us.
28th May 2018
Quite a good night at Upbeat. 19 dancers in the hall, danced 2 squares most of the time. Played with "Anything & Spread" and "Anything & Roll". There were definately laughs to be had. Rod won the members draw.
Quite a good night at Upbeat. 19 dancers in the hall, danced 2 squares most of the time. Played with "Anything & Spread" and "Anything & Roll". There were definately laughs to be had. Rod won the members draw.
21st May 2018
17 dancers in the hall, danced 2 squares most of the night. I think the appeal of a warm armchair in front of the television won out last night. Still we had fun and that's the main thing.
Played with Peel Off and continuing with our work on Crossfire.
All 8 Spin the Top and Spread is starting to look good. Jan Hay won the member draw of $30.00.
17 dancers in the hall, danced 2 squares most of the night. I think the appeal of a warm armchair in front of the television won out last night. Still we had fun and that's the main thing.
Played with Peel Off and continuing with our work on Crossfire.
All 8 Spin the Top and Spread is starting to look good. Jan Hay won the member draw of $30.00.
14th May 2018
Really enjoyed last night. 26 dancers in the hall. Danced 3 squares for a few brackets. Played with Peel the Top from Columns, also Crossfire from Tidal 2-faced Lines. Still working on Spread from Allemande Thar formation. Great to see that the hall owners have fixed the Boiling/Iced water tap. If Russell Wall had been there last night, he would have won the members draw - it's up to $30 next week.
Really enjoyed last night. 26 dancers in the hall. Danced 3 squares for a few brackets. Played with Peel the Top from Columns, also Crossfire from Tidal 2-faced Lines. Still working on Spread from Allemande Thar formation. Great to see that the hall owners have fixed the Boiling/Iced water tap. If Russell Wall had been there last night, he would have won the members draw - it's up to $30 next week.
7th May 2018
Well, lousy weather last night. Combined with a public holiday, a number of people on holidays and we had 12 dancers in the hall. Good to have Bill, Joan, Bruce & Gail back with us after their W.A. trip. tried some new formations for Crossfire & Peel the Top. Also Split Circ. 1 1/2 to a Diamond. Member draw is still jackpotting, $25 next week, Carole ball would have won, if she'd beeen there. Will seriously consider whether we dance on this night next year.
Well, lousy weather last night. Combined with a public holiday, a number of people on holidays and we had 12 dancers in the hall. Good to have Bill, Joan, Bruce & Gail back with us after their W.A. trip. tried some new formations for Crossfire & Peel the Top. Also Split Circ. 1 1/2 to a Diamond. Member draw is still jackpotting, $25 next week, Carole ball would have won, if she'd beeen there. Will seriously consider whether we dance on this night next year.
30th April 2018
We had a fun "Black & White" night at UpBeat last night. While numbers are still down - dancers are still in the process of returning from the National Convention. 17 dancers through the door - 2 squares dancing some of the time and we did a 6 couple Rectangle dance. Plenty of Raffle prizes, thanks Jim for the Orchids donation.Supper looked good too. See some of the people who were there.
We had a fun "Black & White" night at UpBeat last night. While numbers are still down - dancers are still in the process of returning from the National Convention. 17 dancers through the door - 2 squares dancing some of the time and we did a 6 couple Rectangle dance. Plenty of Raffle prizes, thanks Jim for the Orchids donation.Supper looked good too. See some of the people who were there.
23rd April 2018
Well, numbers really down last night. 16 dancers through the door. We did dance 2 squares for the first bracket, then 1 for the rest of the night. The Floor was pretty sticky which didn't help dancer success. Member draw didn't go off, so it jackpots again for next week to $15. Next week is Bring a plate for our Black & White Party night.
Well, numbers really down last night. 16 dancers through the door. We did dance 2 squares for the first bracket, then 1 for the rest of the night. The Floor was pretty sticky which didn't help dancer success. Member draw didn't go off, so it jackpots again for next week to $15. Next week is Bring a plate for our Black & White Party night.
16th April 2018
Numbers a little down as predicted, 23 dancers in the hall. Brand new floor started off a little slippery, but got better as the night progressed. With the stage curtains removed, a little more echo than usual, but O.K. We played with a bit of Assymetrics, Dixie Grand & Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears - it was mostly successful. The members draw jackpots until next week. Thanks to all the members who help set-up and pack -up each week.
Numbers a little down as predicted, 23 dancers in the hall. Brand new floor started off a little slippery, but got better as the night progressed. With the stage curtains removed, a little more echo than usual, but O.K. We played with a bit of Assymetrics, Dixie Grand & Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears - it was mostly successful. The members draw jackpots until next week. Thanks to all the members who help set-up and pack -up each week.
No dancing on the Monday 9th April due to Dance Floor re-surfacing
No dancing on the Monday 2nd April due to the Easter long weekend.
26th March 2018
Starting to sound like a broken record, but what a great night at UpBeat last night. 28 through the door, danced 3 squares until halfway through the night and then 2. Played with Load the Boat from T-Bones. All 8 Spin the Top and Spread is almost working great. Somebody has tampered with the lock on our storage box, so we couldn't open it. Will fix it by next dance night. Jim won the members draw. No dancing now until the 16th April due to Easter and floor re-surfacing. We will have a few away over the next month anyway for Commonwealth Games & National Convention.
Starting to sound like a broken record, but what a great night at UpBeat last night. 28 through the door, danced 3 squares until halfway through the night and then 2. Played with Load the Boat from T-Bones. All 8 Spin the Top and Spread is almost working great. Somebody has tampered with the lock on our storage box, so we couldn't open it. Will fix it by next dance night. Jim won the members draw. No dancing now until the 16th April due to Easter and floor re-surfacing. We will have a few away over the next month anyway for Commonwealth Games & National Convention.
19th March 2018
When is the heat gonna go? Still 27 dancers through the doors tonight. Had a real good go at " Spin Chain & Exchange the gears but stop in a Column. Also did a few "If You Want To" routines with Relay the Deucey. Our numbers are about to drop off due to Dancers travelling to the National Convention in Perth. Glad the dancers don't mind my experimenting a little during the dance night. Therese won the members draw. We are dancing next week and then we have 2 weeks off, see home page for details.
When is the heat gonna go? Still 27 dancers through the doors tonight. Had a real good go at " Spin Chain & Exchange the gears but stop in a Column. Also did a few "If You Want To" routines with Relay the Deucey. Our numbers are about to drop off due to Dancers travelling to the National Convention in Perth. Glad the dancers don't mind my experimenting a little during the dance night. Therese won the members draw. We are dancing next week and then we have 2 weeks off, see home page for details.
12th March 2018
Another good night at UpBeat. 26 dancers through the door. 3 squares early in the evening and then 2.
We did Tea Cup Chain from most of the different ways as well as Spin Chain & Exchange Gears from everywhere but Left. But we did do Relay the Deucy Left. It's nice to dance in cooler weather. Di Milburn won the members draw. Aplogies from Linda Long, Lawrie & Patricia McDonough and Russell Wall.
Another good night at UpBeat. 26 dancers through the door. 3 squares early in the evening and then 2.
We did Tea Cup Chain from most of the different ways as well as Spin Chain & Exchange Gears from everywhere but Left. But we did do Relay the Deucy Left. It's nice to dance in cooler weather. Di Milburn won the members draw. Aplogies from Linda Long, Lawrie & Patricia McDonough and Russell Wall.
5th March 2018
Monday was a really awesome night at UpBeat. We had 29 through the door and danced 3 squares for the early part of the evening until the heat got to everyone. I had a play with "Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears" but when you get to a column STOP. It actually went quite well for a first introduction. Everyone seems to be enjoying the night. The expected poor weather did not eventuate (Thank God), but it was hot.
Monday was a really awesome night at UpBeat. We had 29 through the door and danced 3 squares for the early part of the evening until the heat got to everyone. I had a play with "Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears" but when you get to a column STOP. It actually went quite well for a first introduction. Everyone seems to be enjoying the night. The expected poor weather did not eventuate (Thank God), but it was hot.
26th February 2018
Another good night at UpBeat. 29 dancers in the hall, we danced 3 squares most of the night. Should have finished 10 minutes earlier, 'cause when the storm hit, it was right on finish time. We all got a little wet leaving. Thelli won the members draw.
Another good night at UpBeat. 29 dancers in the hall, we danced 3 squares most of the night. Should have finished 10 minutes earlier, 'cause when the storm hit, it was right on finish time. We all got a little wet leaving. Thelli won the members draw.
19th February 2018
Well, not a bad night at Chaos. 22 dancers through the door. At least the heat has calmed down a little bit. The members draw didn't go off, so it jackpots for next week. Worked on Spread from Allemande Thar formation, interesting results at first.
Well, not a bad night at Chaos. 22 dancers through the door. At least the heat has calmed down a little bit. The members draw didn't go off, so it jackpots for next week. Worked on Spread from Allemande Thar formation, interesting results at first.
12th February 2018 - 2nd dance night of the year.
Well, how hot was last night? At least we didn't get the forecast storms. Still, 31 dancers through the door. We danced 3 squares for the first half of the night - then we started feeling the heat. 2 squares for the rest of the night and finished 15 minutes early. People seemed to have a good night. Margaret (Michael) won the members draw.
Well, how hot was last night? At least we didn't get the forecast storms. Still, 31 dancers through the door. We danced 3 squares for the first half of the night - then we started feeling the heat. 2 squares for the rest of the night and finished 15 minutes early. People seemed to have a good night. Margaret (Michael) won the members draw.
6th February 2018 - Not Dancing for 2 weeks in April
O.K. Folks, some important News.
As you know, we had already decided NOT to dance on Monday the 2nd April, due to the Easter long weekend. As it now turns out, we will also NOT be able to use the hall on Monday the 9th April. This is due to re-surfacing of the dance floor which will take place between the 3rd and the 13th April.
O.K. Folks, some important News.
As you know, we had already decided NOT to dance on Monday the 2nd April, due to the Easter long weekend. As it now turns out, we will also NOT be able to use the hall on Monday the 9th April. This is due to re-surfacing of the dance floor which will take place between the 3rd and the 13th April.
5th February 2018 - 1st dance night of the year.
Fabulous first night. 4 squares of dancers through the door, and we actually danced 4 squares once. Great to see everybody after the long break. I think everybody danced pretty well, considering we were all a bit rusty. Looking forward to a really great year.
Fabulous first night. 4 squares of dancers through the door, and we actually danced 4 squares once. Great to see everybody after the long break. I think everybody danced pretty well, considering we were all a bit rusty. Looking forward to a really great year.
7th January 2018 - Built the new club notice board
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End of 2017 - See you on the 5th February 2018
11th December 2017 - Christmas party - pictures HERE
What a way to finish the year. 33 dancers in the hall, many in christmas theme dress. There was no entry fee, but more than 160 raffle tickets sold. Linda Long won the 1st prize of a $50 visa card. Other prizes included bottles of wine and a 2018 diary. I alternated between regular and Christmas tunes all evening. Everyone enjoyed a great supper. Thanks to all the Upbeat Ch.a.o.s. dancers for making it such a fun night. There were a few more badge orders, but they'll have to wait until the new year. Dancing will recommence on the 5th February 2018. The brand new Upbeat Ch.a.o.s. banner had it's first "Reveal" last night. My banner guy did a great job. Using the original design, just modernised a bit. There were vinyl stickers (with contact details) in the same design available for everyone to take with them. See you in the new year.
What a way to finish the year. 33 dancers in the hall, many in christmas theme dress. There was no entry fee, but more than 160 raffle tickets sold. Linda Long won the 1st prize of a $50 visa card. Other prizes included bottles of wine and a 2018 diary. I alternated between regular and Christmas tunes all evening. Everyone enjoyed a great supper. Thanks to all the Upbeat Ch.a.o.s. dancers for making it such a fun night. There were a few more badge orders, but they'll have to wait until the new year. Dancing will recommence on the 5th February 2018. The brand new Upbeat Ch.a.o.s. banner had it's first "Reveal" last night. My banner guy did a great job. Using the original design, just modernised a bit. There were vinyl stickers (with contact details) in the same design available for everyone to take with them. See you in the new year.
4th December 2017 - Gotta love a good storm threat!
Thanks to the weather bureau for last night. Over-stating the storm threat. Thanks also to the news outlets for over- sensationalising the over-stated weather report. I've gotten wetter from a sprinkler in the back yard. 14 intrepid dancers braved the slightly damp weather and danced at UpBeat. It did give me chance to have a first try at 6 couple Plus - it went O.K. Really looking forward to next week, our Christmas & Break-Up party, Please bring a plate. Door entry is free, but bring some change for the raffle. Lets finish the year with a bang!!!
Thanks to the weather bureau for last night. Over-stating the storm threat. Thanks also to the news outlets for over- sensationalising the over-stated weather report. I've gotten wetter from a sprinkler in the back yard. 14 intrepid dancers braved the slightly damp weather and danced at UpBeat. It did give me chance to have a first try at 6 couple Plus - it went O.K. Really looking forward to next week, our Christmas & Break-Up party, Please bring a plate. Door entry is free, but bring some change for the raffle. Lets finish the year with a bang!!!
23rd November 2017 - Party Night Schedule 2018
23rd November 2017
Numbers a little down tonight, danced 2 squares all night. Another couple of badges ordered, that's pretty much everybody now, with a new badge. Thanks everybody for your support. 2 more weeks to go. Our last night is the 11th December. It will be a Christmas party with a raffle & please bring a plate.
Numbers a little down tonight, danced 2 squares all night. Another couple of badges ordered, that's pretty much everybody now, with a new badge. Thanks everybody for your support. 2 more weeks to go. Our last night is the 11th December. It will be a Christmas party with a raffle & please bring a plate.
23rd November 2017
Bruce the Banner guy brought along the "Proof" of the new club banner. It looks awesome. He's also going to do me some vinyl stickers in the same design. See below. Hopefully we'll have the new banner by our Christmas Party.
Bruce the Banner guy brought along the "Proof" of the new club banner. It looks awesome. He's also going to do me some vinyl stickers in the same design. See below. Hopefully we'll have the new banner by our Christmas Party.
20th November 2017
Awesome night of Plus dancing. 27 dancers in the hall, we danced 3 squares most of the night. Nice to see so many dancers in the new club badge, another 10 badges ordered last night. Russell arrived with our new storage chest, we've already got Christmas decorations and Tablecloths stored in it. We are waiting on our new club banner. I'd love to have it before the Christmas break. We played with a few left handed concepts (Dixie Grand & Relay the Deucey) last night as well as 1/2 sashayed Co-ordinate and Relay the Deucey. We had a few laughs before we got them perfectly. Betty won $20 for the member draw. I announced that there will no longer be a yearly membership fee - If you have a badge, you are a permanent member. Thanks to all in attendance for a great night.
Awesome night of Plus dancing. 27 dancers in the hall, we danced 3 squares most of the night. Nice to see so many dancers in the new club badge, another 10 badges ordered last night. Russell arrived with our new storage chest, we've already got Christmas decorations and Tablecloths stored in it. We are waiting on our new club banner. I'd love to have it before the Christmas break. We played with a few left handed concepts (Dixie Grand & Relay the Deucey) last night as well as 1/2 sashayed Co-ordinate and Relay the Deucey. We had a few laughs before we got them perfectly. Betty won $20 for the member draw. I announced that there will no longer be a yearly membership fee - If you have a badge, you are a permanent member. Thanks to all in attendance for a great night.
13th November 2017
What a great night. 3 Squares in the Hall, and we did dance 3 squares a couple of times. Great to have Canadian visitors Wayne & Dorothy join us, They were each presented with an Upbeat Chaos visitors badge. Speaking of badges, 17 dancers have ordered new club badges and the order went in this afternoon. A new couple, Jim & Sharon have joined us, they are hoping to improve their Plus dancing skills. I do have a new storage chest for the Club, it will stay at the Hall, unfortunately, I can't fit it in my car. Russell is going to help me out, during the week.
What a great night. 3 Squares in the Hall, and we did dance 3 squares a couple of times. Great to have Canadian visitors Wayne & Dorothy join us, They were each presented with an Upbeat Chaos visitors badge. Speaking of badges, 17 dancers have ordered new club badges and the order went in this afternoon. A new couple, Jim & Sharon have joined us, they are hoping to improve their Plus dancing skills. I do have a new storage chest for the Club, it will stay at the Hall, unfortunately, I can't fit it in my car. Russell is going to help me out, during the week.
8th November 2017 - Great birthday present, The new badge design is ready.
Will be taking orders from next Monday.
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7th November 2017 - Added more to the Links page HERE
6th November 2017 - Great night
Fabulous night at UpBeat last night. 26 through the door. We did dance 3 squares....once. We played with a number of concepts and finally got my Left Dixie Grand to work. Good to see Heather, Thelli and Di back on the dance floor. Faith would have won the members draw, but she wasn't there. It jackpots to $15 next week. Thanks to everyone for making the changeover fairly seamless and making me so welcome.
Fabulous night at UpBeat last night. 26 through the door. We did dance 3 squares....once. We played with a number of concepts and finally got my Left Dixie Grand to work. Good to see Heather, Thelli and Di back on the dance floor. Faith would have won the members draw, but she wasn't there. It jackpots to $15 next week. Thanks to everyone for making the changeover fairly seamless and making me so welcome.
3rd November 2017 - Added more to the Links page HERE
30th October 2017 - Glenn's first night as Club caller. Pics HERE
Good night at UpBeat Ch.a.o.s., 3 squares in attendance. Great to see a few dancers in theme dress. "G" was the letter of the night. We had Glenn with the biggest Belt Buckle - letter "G" that has ever been seen. We had John the GARBO, Martin the GORILLA, plenty dressed in GREEN. Hazel had a really nice "Welcome Glenn" blouse, but the lettering kept falling off - leaving some unusual words at times. Thank you all for making me welcome. I'm looking forward to a lot of fun nights.
27th-29th October 2017 - 9th Shindig - more after the event HERE
23rd October 2017 - Gary's farewell party night - more after the event HERE
Fabulous night at UpBeat Ch.a.o.s., 4+ squares in attendance. Gary called a lot of club favourites. I had a couple of brackets. Towards the end of the night, Gary formally handed me the club Banner. The club will hopefully carry on as strong as it has done for the last 17 years. There will be photos to come. Gary also called what he's decided is his new Anthem - "Get a haircut & get a real Job". During a sumptuous supper, the dancers gathered for a group photo. It's now official, I'm the club caller for Upbeat Ch.a.o.s. Good luck Gary, we look forward to having you visit from time to time as your new life allows. We will miss you.
17th October 2017 - Guest caller at Upbeat Chaos.
3rd October 2017 - UpBeat Chaos Website & FB page launched
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