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TheTramp
30th-December-2002, 12:47 AM
Hiya all....

As it says above, something awful is coming to Scotland Ceroc.

Me!! :D

Looks like I'm going to be in Scotland from Friday 17th to Sunday 26th January. I plan on doing lots of dancing (I hope someone is going to tell me where to go (the venues, as opposed to anything else that might be taken to mean)), lots of sightseeing (tour guides most welcome), and maybe even some ski-ing (if you have any snow by then).

Look forward to seeing you all (least, the forum members actually in Scotland that is) then....

Steve

Heather
30th-December-2002, 01:47 AM
:D :D There is a Dance weekend in Marco's Edinburgh on the 18th and 19th of January, run by Boogienights (mentioned on another thread, somewhere).Alternatively, you could always busk in Perth on Saturday 18th, for Franck and then travel up to Aberdeen for their party in the Northern Hotel!!
Thursday 23rd is the Grand opening night in Sportsters, Perth, which is the launch of Franck's new Ceroc venture!!
And of course there will be the end of month party in Marco's on the 25th !! Added to that there are all the regular Ceroc nights in Glasgow, Edinburgh , Aberdeen and Dundee where, you will of course, be made very welcome, especially Dundee where we specialise in friendly welcomes!!:wink: I can't give details about the other venues, but Dundee is Wednesday nights in the Olympia Leisure Centre.
Of course, if you get bored with Ceroc, there are sure to be the odd Burns Supper or two that you can go to, being that time of year. (25th January)I will personally going to a Burns supper on the 24th at Piper Dam, near Dundee, you are welcome to come along- the only drawback being that half my school choir will be there too!! Still, you could help me keep them in order!!LOL
:cheers:
Heather,
:kiss:

Will
30th-December-2002, 02:34 AM
Well Mr Tramp, I consider myself a veritable expert on Ceroc in Scotland after my little voyage north of Hadrian's Wall a couple of weeks ago.

If your experience is anything like mine was then you are in for an excellent time. And you'll be pleased to know that your song recommendation (All that Jazz) seems very popular up there now.

One thing though, you didn't actually say where in Scotland you are going.

Have a good time.

TheTramp
30th-December-2002, 08:50 AM
Hiya Will....

The reason I didn't say where in Scotland I'm going, is cos I'll be trying to see as much of it as you can in a week :D

Have car, will drive!!

Thanks for the info so far Heather. Pray tell. What exactly happens at a Burns Supper?? Pardon my ignorance!

Steve

Jayne
30th-December-2002, 01:23 PM
Originally posted by TheTramp
Pray tell. What exactly happens at a Burns Supper?? Pardon my ignorance!

Steve

Sacrificial slaughter of the token English person.

Jayne
:wink: :grin:

TheTramp
30th-December-2002, 01:27 PM
Sacrificial slaughter of the token English person.YAY!!!

Do you want me to bring one, or do you have a supply already? Do I get to help?

Rydw i'n Cymru (I'm Welsh!) :rolleyes: :D

Steve

TheTramp
30th-December-2002, 01:28 PM
Sacrificial slaughter of the token English person.Maybe we could use Lisa??

Steve

Jayne
30th-December-2002, 01:46 PM
Originally posted by TheTramp

Rydw i'n Cymru (I'm Welsh!) :rolleyes: :D

Steve Damn!

Jayne
:wink:

Ronde!
30th-December-2002, 02:30 PM
Hee hee... this could be the funniest thread I've ever read! :)

Graham
30th-December-2002, 02:38 PM
Originally posted by Jayne


Sacrificial slaughter of the token English person.

Jayne
:wink: :grin:
How would you know? You've obviously never attended one! :wink:

Jayne
30th-December-2002, 02:43 PM
Originally posted by Graham

How would you know? You've obviously never attended one! :wink:

I ran like the wind when the piper came towards me with his sgian dubh.

Jayne

TheTramp
30th-December-2002, 02:47 PM
I ran like the wind when the piper came towards me with his sgian dubh.I'm just not going to make any of the obvious comments on this one!! I'm far too sweet and innocent for that!!

Anyhoo, back to my original question. Is anyone other than Heather going to tell me where to go??? :rolleyes:

Steve

Graham
30th-December-2002, 02:57 PM
Originally posted by Jayne


I ran like the wind when the piper came towards me with his sgian dubh.

Jayne

That must be the only time you've ever run away from a man in a kilt! :wink:

Jayne
30th-December-2002, 03:00 PM
Originally posted by Graham
That must be the only time you've ever run away from a man in a kilt! :wink:

yup.

J :wink:

Lindsay
30th-December-2002, 05:33 PM
Fri 17th - Route 66 night (see route66jive.com)

Sat 18th - Modern Jive workshop and party (see www.boogienights.net to book). Or can just roll up for party.

Sun 19th - Swing workshop and party (see www.boogienights.net to book). Or can just roll up for party.

Mon 20th, Tues 21st, Thurs 23rd - Ceroc

Thurs 23rd ESDS night - (see www.hopscotch-swing.co.uk)

- you'll be knackered!:sick:

TheTramp
30th-December-2002, 05:42 PM
Not at all :)

Don't forget that I usually dance 5-6 nights a week anyhow. (And I once danced 24 nights in a row). I'll be fine. I think! :D

Can't wait for lots of dancing up there!!

Steve

Floyd
30th-December-2002, 06:33 PM
Sound advice from Lindsay.

The recent Route 66 Xmas party was a brilliant evening www.route66jive.com (http://www.route66jive.com) . The January night on Friday 17th should be worth checking out.

I've also been to most Boogie Nights events and they're all first class - very well organised with the best teachers around www.boogienights.net (http://www.boogienights.net)



:cheers:

TheTramp
30th-December-2002, 07:23 PM
Okie, so here's the plan so far....

Route 66 sounds like a plan on the Friday night. Just depends on how long it takes me to get up there. It's only 420 miles. Piece of cake.

Saturday, I think I'll do the Perth busk (Do you need an extra beginner male Franck?). And then Aberdeen in the evening.

Sunday, the Boogie Nights party sounds well worth a visit.

Monday, Still waiting for offers....

Tuesday, See Monday.

Wednesday, I think I hear Dundee calling.

Thursday, I think will either be the opening night in Perth, or the night in Aberdeen. Will decide nearer the time.

On Friday, how could I possibly miss out on a Burns night, and an English sacrifice, and a Scotsman with his sgian dubh out. Not to mention all those kids!! :what:

Saturday, Party at Marco's.

Sunday, I have to go home :tears: But you'll all be glad to see the back of me!!

Now then, all I need now, are the tour guides and some snow!!

Stevex

Franck
3rd-January-2003, 05:03 PM
Originally posted by TheTramp
Saturday, I think I'll do the Perth busk (Do you need an extra beginner male Franck?). And then Aberdeen in the evening.

Sunday, the Boogie Nights party sounds well worth a visit.

Monday, Still waiting for offers....

Tuesday, See Monday.

Wednesday, I think I hear Dundee calling.

Thursday, I think will either be the opening night in Perth, or the night in Aberdeen. Will decide nearer the time.Good plan so far...

A couple of minor problems... Unfortunately, the Northern Hotel (Venue for the Aberdeen Party on Saturday, have just done the dirty on me and cancelled my booking (in favour of a bigger booking :sad: :reallymad )
At the moment, my 2 options are to move the party night to the Friday night in Peterculter (assuming it is still available) or find a venue at the last minute for the Saturday night... I'll keep you posted.

Re. the Monday night, I would be honoured to welcome you to my humble night in Glasgow... One of the quieter nights in Scotland, but loads of good dancers and plenty of dance floor space! (you'll have to make do with the weird teacher and even weirder DJ :wink: )

On the Tuesday night, you could try Obi's night in Edinburgh, in St Stephens.

You are obviously more than welcome for the busk in Perth (Beginners are best in my opinion, as they encourage more new members!) on Saturday 18th, and I will buying drinks / food afterwards, so it should be a good opportunity to socialize :cheers:

If you can make it, the opening night in Perth, on the Thursday, should be good, as it will be free, it should be busy, but the venue can take it!

You can find maps to all Scottish venues from the 'classes' link on the cerocscotland.com website.

Email / PM me for more details / directions.

Franck.

TheTramp
3rd-January-2003, 05:13 PM
Ack :( What a bummer about the Saturday night :( Go for another venue on the Saturday if there's one available!!! :)

On the Monday, I was planning on visiting Glasgow. Janet told me that it has to be so. Where do I join the queue for dances with the teacher and the DJ?? :D

Tuesday sounds like a plan in Edinburgh. I think that was probably the favourite. Just wanted to see if there were any other options.....

Look forward to seeing you on the Saturday in Perth! Might well come to Perth on the Thursday then - unless Lisa is teaching in Aberdeen, in which case I might just have to go there :D

I'll have all my maps ready to go for when I'm up there. Hiring a car for the 10 days, so I'll be fully mobile now.

*Newsflash* I'm now staying up on the Sunday night (the 26th). Is there any dancing that night???

I am sooooo looking forward to meeting you all. Except CJ of course :rolleyes:

Steve

Franck
6th-January-2003, 12:36 PM
Originally posted by TheTramp
Ack :( What a bummer about the Saturday night :( Go for another venue on the Saturday if there's one available!!! :)Well, good news after all... I managed to book an alternative venue for the Saturday night in Aberdeen, so you can revert to your original plans.

The Aberdeen party will be on Saturday 18th January in the Stakis Aberdeen City hotel, Market Street, Aberdeen (This is very central, just off Union St). From 8.00pm 'til 1.00am... No theme, just plenty of dancing :D

Originally posted by TheTramp
On the Monday, I was planning on visiting Glasgow. Janet told me that it has to be so. Where do I join the queue for dances with the teacher and the DJ?? :D Pleased to hear you'll be there on the Monday, and I'll talk to the DJ and teachers to book that dance :wink:

See you then,

Franck.

TheTramp
6th-January-2003, 12:42 PM
Cool :)

Am so looking forward to meeting you all. Only 265.5 hours now!! (Am I sad or what!). :D

Steve

Lorna
7th-January-2003, 04:48 PM
Hi,

great news, looking forward to your visit. I did send you an e-mail today, you haven't yet replied (most unlike you). I was asking whether or not you'd like to demo the party class in Aberdeen with me? Are you brave enough? :wink:

lotsa love Lorna x-x

TheTramp
7th-January-2003, 04:52 PM
Hiya

Sorry. I'm in work at the moment, and emails go to my home address. I'll get it when I get home in a couple of hours time....

In the meantime. Of course I'd love to demo the class with you. I'm very flattered to be asked. Where does bravery come into this?? (Is there something I should know about Lorna's classes?? If anyone out there has already demo'd for Lorna, and wishes to contact me, all contact will remain strictly confidential!!).

Will look forward to it. Now, all I need is for Franck to ask me to demo his class with him on the Monday, and I'll be all set!!! :rolleyes:

Steve

TheTramp
7th-January-2003, 04:54 PM
PS. Was that reply quick enough for you?? :wink:

Steve

Brady
8th-January-2003, 09:50 AM
Originally posted by TheTramp
Where does bravery come into this?? (Is there something I should know about Lorna's classes?? If anyone out there has already demo'd for Lorna, and wishes to contact me, all contact will remain strictly confidential!!).


Steve,

Have done the party demo with Lorna and it was such a fantastic routine!!! Don't let her try to scare you with her BIG WORDS; she may sound intimidating, but she's actually cares for her demos and doesn't embarass them like some of the Scottish teachers!!! :really: Speak to BTC Bill as well, as I believe he's experience in this area!!!

Brady

Sal
8th-January-2003, 11:35 AM
I hope you are ready for this! The last party class Lorna took was double trouble. Although Niall (demo) looked like he was having a great time with Lorna and Lisa!

I think this may be a green zoot suit moment!

Siobhan (Forum Plant)
8th-January-2003, 12:14 PM
Shucks thought it was friday so can't make it, dance party in Edinburgh on the same night- closer and sounds like fun so I'll go there but hope to come up to Aberdeen sometime soon-heard to guys there are the best dancers in Scotland
:eek:

TheTramp
8th-January-2003, 07:18 PM
Thanks Brady and Sal :D

I'm sure (famous last words?) that I'll cope with Lorna. I don't mind a bit of embarrassment. Which I'm sure that she'll provide. No problem - I'm leading. I'll just lead her off the stage :)

Steve

Sandy
9th-January-2003, 10:44 AM
Originally posted by TheTramp
Thanks Brady and Sal :D

I'm sure (famous last words?) that I'll cope with Lorna. I don't mind a bit of embarrassment. Which I'm sure that she'll provide. No problem - I'm leading. I'll just lead her off the stage :)

Steve

Looking forward to seeing you there and at the party. You will have lots of fun I'm sure:wink:

Sandy

Lorna
9th-January-2003, 02:35 PM
[QUOTE]Originally posted by TheTramp
[B]Thanks Brady and Sal :D

I'm sure (famous last words?) that I'll cope with Lorna. I don't mind a bit of embarrassment.
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Ok, can you cope with a lot of embarrassment then?

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No problem - I'm leading. I'll just lead her off the stage :)

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Hah, you think?

you're a brave man!!
:wink: :wink: :wink:


lotsa love Lorna x-x

TheTramp
9th-January-2003, 02:47 PM
Not brave!!

Stupid :D

I'm sure I'll be able to cope! When and where do you want me then (to practise the difficult moves that you'll have for me - I am just a beginner, remember!). Or we could just make it up as we go along.....

Steve

Lorna
9th-January-2003, 04:46 PM
Hi,

making it up as we go along sounds good to me. Unfortunately they can't be terribly difficult moves as there may be beginners there. I'm open to any style suggestions that you may have.

I am usually there at 7.45pm helping with the setting up. The class will be roughly between 9pm and 9.30pm. If you could get there for 8pm then this will give us time to discuss the routine, but don't worry about being late.

Will speak to you via PM with regards to ideas. Looking forward to it,

lotsa love Lorna x-x

Sal
9th-January-2003, 06:10 PM
You will have to get there early anyway, Mr Tramp, as all the Aberdeen girls will want to dance with you!

Can I book myself a dance, or six?

TheTramp
9th-January-2003, 06:48 PM
Ummm.

Don't forget I'm just a beginner.......

I really hope I can live up to all this! :what:

Steve

TheTramp
9th-January-2003, 09:48 PM
Hiya all....

Just wanted to get the apologies in early :sorry

I met a lot of people at the party in Glasgow (there were quite a few people there, weren't there :D). Far more than I could ever hope to remember. So, if I don't remember your name when we meet up on my travels this time, and we were introduced in Glasgow, can I apologise in advance. I really am hopeless with names anyhow (anyone down here will tell you that (I would suggest someone, but damned if I can remember their names either (some mornings, I can barely remember my own))).

Please don't take too much offense, and I'll desperately try to remember after this time for next (and subsequent) time!!

Steve

Sandy
10th-January-2003, 04:38 PM
Originally posted by TheTramp

I really hope I can live up to all this! :what:

Steve

Steve

get in the Red Bull or Pro Plus cos you gonna need it!

Don't worry about living up to it all, we'll take you as we find you...not sure how we'll leave you though!:wink:

Sandy

filthycute
10th-January-2003, 04:49 PM
Originally posted by Franck
Well, good news after all... I managed to book an alternative venue for the Saturday night in Aberdeen, so you can revert to your original plans.

Franck.

Not been on for a whiley now so when i saw that you could possibly maybe be getting the party changed to a Friday night i did get a little hyped.........DAMN!!! did i count my chickens!!! :tears:

I'm missing so many parties with having to work Saturday nights....love my job and all but i miss the MAd. parties going on!!
:tears:

Any news on any Friday parties coming up would be Grrrrrreat!

:grin:

filthycute x x

ps. will DEFINATELY be at the opening of your new Thursday Perth class though...... looking forward to it already :D

Dance Demon
11th-January-2003, 12:47 PM
Originally posted by filthycute
Any news on any Friday parties coming up would be Grrrrrreat! Why not try out Route 66 at Westfield Dance Centre Edinburgh, on Friday 17th Jan. Check out www.route66jive.com

DD :grin: :devil:

Tiggerbabe
11th-January-2003, 08:36 PM
ok Melanie - dates for your diary - PARTIES IN DUNDEE - YUP - DUNDEE!!!!!!!

Friday - 7th Feb
Friday - 7th Mar
Friday - 11th Apr
Friday - 9th May
Friday - 13th Jun
Friday - 11th Jul
Friday - 8th Aug
Friday - 12th Sep
Friday - 10th Oct
Friday - 7th Nov
Friday - 12th Dec

So that's at least one party a month that you'll be able to get to :wink: :D :D

TheTramp
17th-January-2003, 03:02 PM
Okie. So. I'm now here!!

First minor problem has happened - went to pick up the car, to find that they don't take switch, and I don't have a 'proper' credit card. I even spoke to them 2 days ago about various things, but they didn't tell me then that they don't take switch! So, I'm now carless (all good plans etc.).

But I'm sure that things will improve with my first haggis (in about 4 hours time at Frans), and my first dance (in about 6 hours time (or 7 if it's a big haggis)) at Route66.

Then, watch out the rest of Scotland! :D (except for those bits that you need a car to get to :tears:)

Steve:tears:

Dr. Feelgood
17th-January-2003, 03:57 PM
Unfortunately that's all bits, apart from those within walking distance of where ever you happen to be...

Anyway, welcome and see you later

:cheers:

PeterL
17th-January-2003, 04:25 PM
Originally posted by TheTramp


But I'm sure that things will improve with my first haggis (in about 4 hours time at Frans), and my first dance (in about 6 hours time (or 7 if it's a big haggis)) at Route66.



Steve:tears:

Steve you'll have to let it known who you are.
There are too many people on this forum who I probably meet all the time and haven't got a clue who they are.

Sandy
18th-January-2003, 03:18 PM
Originally posted by TheTramp
Okie. So. I'm now here!!


Then, watch out the rest of Scotland! :D (except for those bits that you need a car to get to :tears:)

Steve:tears:

See you at the party tonight and looking forward to that dance tho I don't have a clue what you look like! I guess you will be the knackered looking one with all that walking!:devil: :wink:

Sandy

TheTramp
19th-January-2003, 05:25 PM
I certainly was the kackered looking one. But that was due to the dancing in Edinburgh, Perth and Aberdeen, rather than the walking.

3 lots of dancing in just 2 days so far. Roll on Edinburgh tonight. Aching feet, what are they??

It's been great so far. Met and danced with lots of lovely people. Many more to come I hope :D

Steve

Cruella
4th-January-2006, 05:10 PM
Mmmmm interesting. Just dug out this old thread and was wondering how the Scots feel now that Trampy has moved up there and they can't get rid of him!!:rofl:


You know i love ya really Steve.

CJ
4th-January-2006, 05:12 PM
He thinks he's getting a lift back with us after Jango on Monday!!:wink:

:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

Cruella
4th-January-2006, 05:14 PM
He thinks he's getting a lift back with us after Jango on Monday!!:wink:

:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Please don't leave him here!!! How much do you want CJ:whistle:

TheTramp
4th-January-2006, 05:17 PM
Please don't leave him here!!! How much do you want CJ:whistle:

More than you can afford....

Hence, I'm now moving to Rugby.... :whistle:

Rhythm King
4th-January-2006, 05:20 PM
More than you can afford....

Hence, I'm now moving to Rugby.... :whistle:

Quick - somebody warn Emma!

TheTramp
4th-January-2006, 05:20 PM
Quick - somebody warn Emma!
Oh. Yeah. Her too....

I was just moving there to be closer to Cruella :innocent:

Sparkles
4th-January-2006, 05:21 PM
More than you can afford....
I'm sure we could have a whip-round :whistle:

azande
4th-January-2006, 05:22 PM
I'm sure we could have a whip-round :whistle:
Shall we hang him by the ankles first?

Cruella
4th-January-2006, 05:22 PM
Oh. Yeah. Her too....

I was just moving there to be closer to Cruella :innocent:
Really don't think you could cope with the 2 of us Steve.:wink: