Frequently Asked Questions

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What is Streetdance?
Streetdance is a culmination of the latest hip-hop, pop and RnB moves, brought together in choreographed routines. The beauty of streetdance is that it doesn’t matter how old or young you are, you can pick it up and have a go at any stage, age or ability. If you think of a fusion of the Pussy Cat Dolls, Beyonce and Usher and imagine the choreography that might arise, then you have some idea of what streetdance is all about.

What kind of music will you be playing on the 11-14s course?
The music played will be age-appropriate and we will not be playing any music of an overt sexual nature or with swearing.

What is the average age of dancers on your adult Streetdance courses?
The average age on our adult Streetdance courses 28. At Fresh Vibes, no matter your age, as long as you have a passion for dance and a friendly attitude, then you are welcome!

What should I wear / bring to class?
Generally, we recommend combats, joggers, or loose fitting trousers (no jeans!), and trainers or similar dance shoes. As you will be working up a sweat, it's also extremely important to bring plenty of water to you keep hydrated.

What happens on the streetdance course?
Each week you come along and learn part of a choreographed routine, much like you would see on MTV. By the end of the term, you will have learnt a 2-3 minute streetdance routine. Each term you learn a new routine.

How often are the terms? I couldn't join this term because i'm going on holiday but would like to next term. Do they start straight after or after a month or so? Thanks
Our terms run throughout the year and each term lasts for 8 weeks. So if you miss one term, you don't have to wait long for the next! We take bookings about 6 weeks before the start date of each term.

What are the differences between Beginner, Beginner Plus & Intermediate?
A beginner is someone who has no previous dance experience. Courses aimed at beginners will therefore introduce the student to the basics of streetdance. The assumption will be made that beginners have no prior knowledge of streetdance.Who is a Beginner Plus?

A beginner plus is someone who may have some previous dance experience. Courses aimed at beginners plus will therefore assume some of the basics of streetdance are known. The assumption will therefore be made that beginners plus are able to follow choreography and have some knowledge of streetdance.

The intermediate dancer is someone who has some dance experience and will be used to following choreography. Courses aimed at the intermediate dancer will therefore assume that students are reasonably competent dancers, and will concentrate on developing each student as a performer.

How do I know my child is safe coming to a Fresh Vibes?
Fresh Vibes believe very much in preserving the safety of your children. All our staff are Police checked and these are viewable on request.

Do many men come to Fresh Vibes?
As you can imagine, the majority of our members are women. We currently have 35 or so men on Fresh Vibes courses, a few of which come with their wives / partners. We pride ourselves on our friendly atmosphere and this has kept our male members coming back each term!

I want to join a course but I have commitments to working away which means I would miss some classes. Do you think this would put me behind and advise not to join the class?
It depends on how many classes you will miss during the term. Many dancers miss the odd lesson here, and we can always ask your instructor or assistant to show you what you have missed before the class starts on the week you come back.

I have lots of dance experience - should I join a beginner course?
As a general rule, we always recommend anyone who has not done a Fresh Vibes Streetdance Course to join a beginner course. We believe it is better to be the best in the class for one term, and then move up, rather than struggle at a level that is too advanced for you. However, if you still think a beginner course is not for you we can get a Fresh Vibes instuctor to contact you to discuss this further.

How often do Fresh Vibes have socials?
We believe it is really important that our members feel comfortable with one another in class. For this reason we run socials on a termly basis. Generally, in the first few weeks of each term, we organise a night our for our member and their friends. We always get great drink deals and cut price or free entry into clubs. We even got 10 bottles of champagne on our last social at Syndacate! (Have a look at our gallery to see what we all get up to!)

I've already done a Fresh Vibes course, how do I get my member discount when I book up next term course?
As an existing member you are entitled to discounts off the full price when you rebook. To get your discount follow the steps below:

1. Go to the courses section and click the 'Book Place' button on the course you want to book onto.
2. When you get to step 1 of the Booking system (See below) you should enter your surname, email address (that you signed up with) and password. If you have forgotten these you can request them here.

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3. When all your details have been retrieved, you need to select the appropriate member discount in the 'Promotional Discounts' section i.e. "Existing Bridgwater Member - Save £s".
4. Then follow the booking system through.

Please note: To get your member discount you must book and pay for your course before the start date for the term.

What is the additional course discount and who can use it?
The additional course discount is for anyone alread booked on a Fresh Vibes course. It allows them to go on any additional courses for just £50 each - saving £15 off the full price of a course.

As a member, do I pay full price for my next course? I have heard that I get some kind of discount.
No, you don't pay full price. Each term we offer our existing members a discount as a thank you for rebooking. It's just our way of showing that we really appreciate your custom.

Why do a course with Fresh Vibes?
Fresh Vibes are offering the opportunity to improve your dance skills, confidence and overall fitness in a friendly and nurturing environment. By enrolling on our courses you will make new friends, learn the latest choreography and even get the chance to perform in public!

Do we learn a new dance each term?
Yes, each term you will learn a new routine to a different song!

I have been looking around for a dance class in bristol for a while now, and have always put off joining one because I am a little older! Is 32 too old to join your streetdance course? I don't want to feel like the oldest in the class!
The average age on our courses is around 28, so you will be totally fine. We have such a mix of members, ranging from 9 year olds to 71 year olds! In addition, we always ensure we have a friendly atmosphere in class and if people are rude or unfriendly we will ask them to leave. If it isn't a friendly class, it just isn't Fresh Vibes!

Can anyone do a Fresh Vibes course?
Absolutely! At Fresh Vibes we believe that everyone should be given the opportunity to dance, regardless of age, ability or fitness. All you need is a positive attitude, energy and enthusiasm.

How can I pay for my dance class?
You can pay for your Fresh Vibes course in a number of different ways - debit / credit card online, over the phone, by cheque or bank transfer. Existing members can pay in cash for their next term. For more information on the different way to pay see our payments page.

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