Southport Programme of events

[Liz]

Originally posted by azande
Maybe I could give you some hints on Wednesday, if you are good and play nice music!

No help allowed

[TheTramp]

Originally posted by Liz
But not so much fun!!! Eh??

Meanie!!

That's it. I'm never telling anyone who I am either!!

Trampy

[azande]

Originally posted by TheTramp
How many times do I have to tell you that I'm not going to play The Mavericks for you?!?

Trampy

[Liz]

Originally posted by TheTramp
Meanie!!

That's it. I'm never telling anyone who I am either!!

Trampy

You don't have to!!!

[stewart38]

I wonder if we should do a Southport v Camber thread

Ive just recieved my ticket (903) and glossy colour brochure of the events (32 pages)

All I saw at Camber was a single page black and white spread ?


1-0 to Southport so far

weather is looking good as well so suggest workshops should be held on the beach ?

[Lounge Lizard]

Originally posted by stewart38
I wonder if we should do a Southport v Camber thread

Ive just recieved my ticket (903) and glossy colour brochure of the events (32 pages)

All I saw at Camber was a single page black and white spread ?


1-0 to Southport so far

weather is looking good as well so suggest workshops should be held on the beach ?

I would be happy to do an extra workshop on the beach as will others I expect
How about a notice board for such things?

Camber vs Southport
please dont, yes there are a number of things at Camber that could be changed

This is Jive addiction's first event and they have done there homework, they have looked at other events picked out what could be improved and dealt with it, for which they deserve praise
but Franco's weekends are very good and although there is room for immprovement in any event including his, the Camber vs Southport thing is not the way forward IMO
by the end of the year I would have worked for the following weekend event organisers...
Jivetime
Rock Bottoms
Beach Boogie
Boogaloo
Jive Bug
Jive Weekender's
Blitz
jive Addiction
Ceroc plus
Rebel Yell

They all have their own merits and faults, but Franco was the first and we have him to thank for starting it all off.
Franco is also the most loyal organiser to his teachers DJ's and helpers I have ever met.
I expect the Camber vs Southport comparison will be inevitable but please dont encourage it.

And if there are things that weekenders could benefit from PLEASE tell the organiser DIRECT
Peter

[under par]

Originally posted by Yogi_Bear
My copies of the programme have arrived - and they look great!
Very glossy and professional. I am confidently expecting an exceptional weekend. looks like another couple of late nights coming up.
yb

Yes just recieved my programme it is an excellent pocket sized colour brochure.

Can't wait to get dancing Friday night

[johnah]

Originally posted by Lounge Lizard
I would be happy to do an extra workshop on the beach as will others I expect
How about a notice board for such things?

Camber vs Southport
please dont, yes there are a number of things at Camber that could be changed

This is Jive addiction's first event and they have done there homework, they have looked at other events picked out what could be improved and dealt with it, for which they deserve praise
but Franco's weekends are very good and although there is room for immprovement in any event including his, the Camber vs Southport thing is not the way forward IMO
by the end of the year I would have worked for the following weekend event organisers...
Jivetime
Rock Bottoms
Beach Boogie
Boogaloo
Jive Bug
Jive Weekender's
Blitz
jive Addiction
Ceroc plus
Rebel Yell

They all have their own merits and faults, but Franco was the first and we have him to thank for starting it all off.
Franco is also the most loyal organiser to his teachers DJ's and helpers I have ever met.
I expect the Camber vs Southport comparison will be inevitable but please dont encourage it.

And if there are things that weekenders could benefit from PLEASE tell the organiser DIRECT
Peter

Spot on Peter!!

[william_ceroc]

Just a little Advice to anyone who hasnt been to Southport before, I was there last weekend at the southport weekender. the accom isnt as good as Isle of white, The Gathering or Camber. So I would say to anyone thats going "take your own bedding + pillows"
You have been warned!!

Great dance floors and great teachers you will have a ball enjoy

From the oldest raver around

[stewart38]

Originally posted by william_ceroc
Just a little Advice to anyone who hasnt been to Southport before, I was there last weekend at the southport weekender. the accom isnt as good as Isle of white, The Gathering or Camber. So I would say to anyone thats going "take your own bedding + pillows"
You have been warned!!

Great dance floors and great teachers you will have a ball enjoy

From the oldest raver around

Isn't as good as Camber !!

I wasnt joking about the ants and woodlice at camber

Do I need to have a tetanus injection ?

Better dance till 6am and sleep on beach

[Lounge Lizard]

thankyou william
pp

[Lynn]

Originally posted by william_ceroc
So I would say to anyone thats going "take your own bedding + pillows"
You have been warned!!

Yep, should be able to fit the duvet into my flight bag - no probs!!

[TheTramp]

Originally posted by Lynn
Yep, should be able to fit the duvet into my flight bag - no probs!!

What Stewart said.

Who needs to sleep anyhow. Dancing finishes at 6am, classes start at 10:30am. Just time for a shower, breakfast and a walk on the beach to clear the head...

Trampy

[Neil]

Originally posted by william_ceroc
"take your own bedding + pillows"

Quoting from JiveAddiction's programme: "All apartments have bed linen, duvets/blankets and pillows, kitchen facilities and utensils etc. Bring with you towels, soap, anti-perspirant, extra toilet tissue and other basic essentials - hairdryer, iron etc.

Don't know about Southport, but at Camber the bed linen is not always of, ahem, the highest quality, but there is some provided.

BTW, since when has a hairdryer been a "basic essential"?

Neil

[TheTramp]

Originally posted by Neil
BTW, since when has a hairdryer been a "basic essential"?

All the time. Don't know where I'd be without one.....!!

Trampy

[Lynn]

Any other useful ‘things to bring’ for a dance weekender? I know there were some lists on a recent thread for Camber which I have had a look at and they are helpful.

I hate being away and thinking ‘Wish I’d brought…’

Ta
Lynn

[Dreadful Scathe]

Originally posted by TheTramp
All the time. Don't know where I'd be without one.....!!

Surely a brisk run on the beach will dry your beard ?

[TheTramp]

Originally posted by Lynn
Any other useful ‘things to bring’ for a dance weekender? I know there were some lists on a recent thread for Camber which I have had a look at and they are helpful.

Well. It's very difficult, with flying over from 'abroad'. You're pretty limited in what you can bring (no duvets, cooking implements etc).

Lots of clothes. You'll dance more in this weekend than you ever thought possible. I usually take about 18-20 different tops for the 3 days.

I usually take 2 towels. I find myself having about 3-4 showers every day after getting hot during the classes and the dancing, and one towel is never enough.

Usually take some headache tablets. After 9 hours of dancing, I find that when I get back to the chalet, I usually need some to help my head stop spinning so that I can get some sleep.

Tea towels dishclothes and a small bottle of washing up liquid help if you're planning on doing any cooking, since these aren't provided (at the other places anyhow). Also, if you are thinking about doing any cooking at all (instead of just eating in the restaurants all weekend), a sharp knife is usually good, since the knives at all the places I've been are universally crap.

You'll need lots of snacks and things to keep you going, but since you're not driving, you'll probably be better off getting those on site (will cost more, but at least you won't have to carry them far).

You might want to consider earplugs (especially if you're a light sleeper). If you stay until the end, and don't get to bed until 7am, then people walking past at 9am to go to breakfast or the classes at 10:30 will be annoying. Similarly, if you go to bed early, then people who stay later than you might keep you awake - especially if your chalet ends up being on the main throughfare.

Other than that, all the usual sort of things. Hopefully sun-tan lotion for the great weather we're going to have too....

Trampy

PS. And don't forget the fairy lights, eh Lory....

[Lynn]

Originally posted by TheTramp
Lots of clothes. You'll dance more in this weekend than you ever thought possible. I usually take about 18-20 different tops for the 3 days.

Probably best to pack my tiniest tops then as that will give me more room in my suitcase....

Tea towels dishclothes and a small bottle of washing up liquid help if you're planning on doing any cooking, since these aren't provided (at the other places anyhow).

Thanks. I've got teatowels on my list - plus a mug (as I hate those little cups they usually have!).

You might want to consider earplugs (especially if you're a light sleeper).

That's a great tip - will bring some.

[TheTramp]

Originally posted by Lynn
Probably best to pack my tiniest tops then as that will give me more room in my suitcase....

Can't possibly comment

Trampy