SF Weekly "Best Aerobics Alternative (2008)"

So I was setting up a staged class for a video shoot for a local SF bay area TV station and I get an e-mail from the SF Weekly and they wanted to come do a shoot too but they were kind of vague about why they wanted to come. I thought, "Why not have them both come at the same time?" Today I found out that I won "Best Aerobics Alternative (2008)". :)

SF Weekly "Best of San Francisco 2008"
Best Aerobics Alternative (2008)
Bombshell Betty Dance Burlesquercise

Tired of the gym? Yawning at yoga? If your workout routine needs a little oomph and maybe even a dose of va-va-voom, get off the treadmill and slap on those pasties. Bombshell Betty is the eponymous shimmy-shaker who leads gaggles of women — from shy coeds to brassy grandmas — to hot bods and greater confidence, sans the sweat and ogling crowds. This ain't just boa-fluffy stripper aerobics. As titillating as the moves can be, Betty's bump 'n' grind warm-ups and rigorous cancan routines will add to soreness in muscle groups you never knew you had. And if you want to go beyond merely gyrating your way to better gams, you can put all that knowledge on performance and persona building to good use and join Bombshell Betty's all-inclusive Burlesqueteers, who are responsible for spreading their leader's implicit message that exercising and nourishing your inner pinup idol shouldn't be mutually exclusive.

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Bombshell Betty Dance is now hiring teachers! Training provided!

Turn your fun performance hobby into a rewarding career or secondary income! Learn to teach the proven Bombshell Betty Dance system of burlesque instruction, and help transform people’s lives for the better by facilitating activities that foster greater confidence, creative expression and joie de vivre.

Bombshell Betty Dance is seeking qualified applicants to teach burlesque related classes in San Francisco, Marin County, San Jose,Sacramento, San Diego, and the Los Angeles area. Additional US locations will be considered on a case by case basis, so don’t hesitate to submit an application if you live in another area!

This is a part-time, as-needed position offering:
* Paid training
* Flexible schedule
* Competitive wages plus many opportunities for bonuses

Some requirements include:
* At least 2 years of dance training or related experience (any style).
* Ability to show mastery of techniques shown in the “Intro toBurlesquercise” DVD.
* A nurturing, positive, non-judgemental attitude.
* Punctuality and ability to follow through on commitments are essential!
* Must be enthusiastic about sharing the joy of the burlesque lifestyle.

Big Pluses:
* Burlesque performance experience preferred.
* Teaching or group facilitation experience is preferred, whether formal or informal.

To apply, please fill out the Instructor Employment Application(www.bombshellbetty.net/instru...pp.doc) and mail to:

Bombshell Betty Dance
P.O. Box 77842
San Francisco, CA 94107

Or submit via email: www.bombshellbetty.net/contact.html

To learn more about Bombshell Betty Dance, go to:www.bombshellbetty.net

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When in doubt, "Shake it!"
Betty
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Bombshell Betty Dance
Exclusive Home of Burlesquercise (TM)
Mailing: PO Box 77842 SF, CA 94107
Studio: 715 Bryant St # 102 SF, CA 94107
www.bombshellbetty.net
Blog: bombshellbetty.wordpress.com
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04/23/ Pastie Making WOrkshop! 7-10PM

Now you too can benefit from the experience of burlesque stars of
yesterday and today to master the hottest accessory since false
eyelashes! Make your own burlesque pasties (AKA "nipple tassels") to
match every oufit! Fun on and off stage - try them in the bedroom for
some sexy silliness!

We here at Bombshell Betty Dance are offering our first pastie making
workshop since 2005, and we've made a lot of new developments in pastie
design since then. In this workshop, we will cover:

- Various materials and construction techniques.
- Tassel insertion and other structural embellishments.
- Using sequin tape, rhinestones, fabric and other surface treatments.
- Finishing techniques to make the pasties last.
- Various pastie application techniques.
- Techniques for getting those tassels twirling!

NO PREVIOUS CRAFTING EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!
Cost of supplies included in registration fee.

INSTRUCTORS: Bombshell Betty and Randy Johnson (resident pastie maker
here at Bombshell Betty's). Randy's pasties sold like hotcakes at the
Tease-o-rama Burlesque Convention in 2007, and have been worn on stage
by many of the Burlesqueteers as well as by burlesque performers from
across the country and around the world!

DATE/TIME: Wednesday, April 23, 7:00-10:00pm

LOCATION: Bombshell Betty's, 715 Bryant Street, Suite 102, @ 5th
Street, in San Francisco

GENERAL REGISTRATION: $35
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or
www.bombshellbetty.net/workshops.html

MEMBERS REGISTRATION (Levels 2 and 3): Only $30!
Learn about Bombshell Betty's Membership Program:
www.bombshellbetty.net/members.html

To sign up with your Member's Discount, please contact Bombshell Betty
for instructions.

Bombshell Betty Dance maintains that it is the responsibility of the
registrant to determine whether they will be able to attend all the
classes in the session or workshop they are enrolling in at the time
of purchase. Please notethat there will be no refund or prorate for
unattended classes. Read the Bombshell Betty Dance terms and policies.
www.bombshellbetty.net/terms.html

Bombshell Betty's presents Odessa Lil @ Dr. Sketchy's (2-21)

I reposted this for Randy!

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Hello again all,

Bombshell Betty's and Dr. Sketchy's SF are VERY proud to bring you Odessa Lil for the next Dr. Sketchy's!

WHO THE HELL IS ODESSA LIL ANYWAY?!

Little is known about the one they call Odessa Lil, besides the now famous fragmented and possibly apocryphal tale involving a mule, a shoehorn, and the Fresno State Glee Club. Much has been said about her penchant for fast horse carts and slow men, but really only a few cultural relics referencing this small, noisy person remain.

Odessa Lil was born at a very early age in a one-horse village beyond the Pale. It used to be a two-horse village, until they ate one. Her father made a meager living selling meagers, but her mother made good dough working at the bakery. At the tender age of 14, she was run over by a funeral cart carrying the body of Kaiser Wilhelm. His spirit entered her body upon impact, making her capable of a great many things. She's been rumored show you the scar if you give her a dollar.

Odessa Lil will be performing her famous act from her 6 command performances in "Thrill Peddlers" as well as the "normal" Sketchy's fun and games!

www.myspace.com/odessalil

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7-10 p.m.

@ Bombshell Betty's:
715 Bryant St. # 102 (look for red door) San
Francisco, CA 94107 *
www.bombshellbetty.net *

$10 advance $15 door: General.
$5 advance $10 door: Students/Teachers (with valid ID *in hand*)

To make a reservation:
www.myspace.com/drsketchyssf

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See you soon!
Randy Johnson
Dr. Sketchy's SF
www.myspace.com/drsketchyssf/

BEST OF BURLESQUERCISE SERIES! (BEGINS 3/10 & 3/11)

Happy Birthday Burlesquercise! In March 2008 we will be celebrating the 4 Year Anniversary of the Burlesquercise dance classes by offering a special crash course in burlesque! That's right, this series will include a diverse sampling of the best lessons and activities from the last four years (and running) of classes, including bump-and-grind basics, chair dancing, song interpretation, prop use, stage persona and character development (do you want to be a femme fatale or a bubblegum cutie?), striptease techniques, sassy choreography and much more!

In this series we will re-introduce the choreography for Miss Adelaide's "Take Back Your Mink" number from the classic movie "Guys and Dolls" - this is a Burlesqueteer favorite that we will be performing in 2008, so don't miss the opportunity to learn this routine! We'll also focus on skit building for solo, duet, and group numbers, and the class will be guided by Bombshell Betty while creating group choreography for future performances. Don't miss out on this dynamic and exciting series!

Bombshell Betty's
715 Bryant Street #102
@ 5th Street in San Francisco

MONDAYS, 7:00-8:30pm
March 10, 17, 24, 31, April 7 & 14

OR

TUESDAYS, 7:00-8;30pm
March 11, 17, 25, April 1, 8 & 15

GENERAL REGISTRATION: $100 for all 6 classes!

Register Here:
www.bombshellbetty.net/burles...se.html

Betty
Bombshell Betty Dance
www.bombshellbetty.net

Stay in touch with everything that is going on at Bombshell Betty's:
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PIN-UP WORKSHOP AND PHOTO SHOOT: March 2 & 9

Whether you are looking for some glamorous new promo shots or you simply want to dazzle your sweetheart with sexy photos of the fabulous new you, this one-of-a-kind combination workshop and photo shoot will transform you into the living, breathing pinup queen you’ve always wanted to be!

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DAY ONE: PIN-UP MODELING WORKSHOP
Sunday, March 2, 2008
2:00pm - 5:00pm

DAY TWO: PIN-UP PHOTO SHOOT
Sunday March 9, 2008
1:00pm - 6:00pm

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Bombshell Betty's
715 Bryant Street, Suite 102
@ 5th Street in San Francisco

NO PREVIOUS MODELING EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!
ALL SHAPES, AGES AND LIFESTYLES WELCOME!
18+

GENERAL REGISTRATION: Only $195 for both days!

For more info, sample photos, and registration: bombshellbetty.net/pinup.html

Betty
Bombshell Betty Dance
www.bombshellbetty.net

Join the Burlesquercise mailing list: home.ezezine.com/992

Dr. Sketchy's Life / Figure Drawing Event 1-17-08 @ Bombshell Betty's

Dr. Sketchy's SF is held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month. That means the next one will be held on 1/17/08 from 7-10 PM.

Starting in 2008, Dr. Sketchy's will be held the first and third Thursday of the month from 7-10:

1/17
2/7 2/21
3/6 3/20
4/3 4/17
5/1 5/15
6/5 6/19
7/3 7/17
8/7 8/21
9/4 9/18
10/2 10/16
11/6 11/20
12/4 12/18

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We will be showcasing burlesque performers, fetish models, belly dancers, drag queens, goths, punks, and anyone else too interesting to be called "normal". If you want to get the chance to draw uniquely beautiful people that took the mold and broke it, then this is the place for you to come. People of all skill levels are welcome to come enjoy and benefit from drawing these fabulous people.

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The event will be from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and be accompanied by at least
some of the following: music, poetry and other readings, performances by local burlesque dancers in the breaks, beverages, contests, and more. Everyone involved will be invited to stay after for networking and socializing.

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7-10 p.m.

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@ Bombshell Betty's:
715 Bryant St. # 102 (look for red door) San
Francisco, CA 94107 *
www.bombshellbetty.net *

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$10 advance $15 door: General.
$5 advance $10 door: Students/Teachers (with valid ID *in hand*)

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To buy your tickets in advance:
www.myspace.com/drsketchyssf

BEST OF BURLESQUERCISE SERIES: Starts 3/10 & 3/11

Happy Birthday Burlesquercise!

We will be celebrating the 4 Year Anniversary of the Burlesquercise dance classes (March 14) by offering a special crash course in burlesque! That's right, this series will include a diverse sampling of the best lessons and activities from the last four years (and running) of classes, including bump-and-grind basics, chair dancing, song interpretation, prop use, stage persona and character development (do you want to be a femme fatale or a bubblegum cutie?), striptease techniques, sassy choreography and much more!


Bombshell Betty's
715 Bryant Street #102
@ 5th Street in San Francisco

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MONDAYS, 7:00-8:30pm
March 10, 17, 24, 31, April 7 & 14

OR

TUESDAYS, 7:00-8;30pm
March 11, 17, 25, April 1, 8 & 15

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GENERAL REGISTRATION: $100 for all 6 classes!

For registration links and more info:
www.bombshellbetty.net/burles...se.html

Betty

Bombshell Betty Dance
bombshellbetty.net

2008 Burlesqueteers Pin-Up Calendar AVAILABLE NOW!

As a fund raiser for the Burlesquerteers to go to Exotic World next summer we decided (among many other things) to do a pin-up calendar. It is ready to order just in time for the new year!

This calendar is a student project for the Burlesqueteers, Bombshell Betty's student performance group for the Burlesquercise dance classes. All funds raised through the sale of this calendar go towards our fund raising efforts to help with "field trips" to national burlesque conventions and events, costuming supplies and more! To find out more about Bombshell Betty, Burlesquercise and the Burlesqueteers, go to www.bombshellbetty.net

To order your copy now:
www.lulu.com/content/1758590

Happy New Year!
Betty

P.S. See my main profile image for samples.

Jan 7 or 8 FAN-DANCING BURLESQUERCISE SERIES 7-8:30

Made famous by Sally Rand with her 6 foot wide, luscious white ostrich feather fans swirling about her legs like a glorious ball gown, fan dancing is one of the most iconic, graceful and beautiful of the burlesque arts... and one of the most often requested subjects in burlesque classes! You will not want to miss this series!! Starts Jan 7 & 8

We are starting off 2008 with a bang here at Bomhshell Betty Dance by focusing on one of most iconic and often requested burlesque techniques of all for our next series: Fan Dancing!

The grace and beauty of the fan dance is undeniable, and fan dancing is a skill that every burlesquer should have in her repertoir. In these classes, we will start out with fan dancing basics like how to hold the fans, basic fan manipulation, dance steps using your fans, tips on how to tease and tantalize using the your fans, and techniques for using different kinds of fans. We will then move into more advanced fan work including floor work you can do using your fans and how to create solo and group fan choreography.

As always in Burlesquercise, we will also be emphasizing the classic burlesque bump and grind, confident and sensual stage presentation, and character development to create a well-rounded burlesque stage persona.

You won't want to miss the choreography for this series! We will be learning both sensual and humorous fan dancing choreography, including the much anticipated Burlesqueteer "monster" choreography to "Manamana"... too much fun!

*NOTE: While you are welcome to bring your own pair of fans to the class, practice fans will be provided. Don't have fans? Come on out to the Burlesque Fan Making Workshop and learn how to create your own!

Bombshell Betty's
715 Bryant Street #102
@ 5th Street in San Francisco

MONDAYS, 7:00-8:30pm
Jan 7, 14, 21, 28, Feb 4 & 11

- OR -

TUESDAYS, 7:00-8:30pm
Jan 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb 5 & 12



GENERAL REGISTRATION: $100 for all 6 classes!

www.bombshellbetty.net/burles...se.html