Things that make you go wow !

*the what if kid* · 17th-July-2003, 06:25 PM

Have you ever been to a club / venue where extra effort has gone into providing sometime over and above that which you expected?

It may be that there is a tin of chocolates on the front desk for general consumption, deodorants strategically placed in the toilets, or iced water freely available in jugs on the bar.

What are some of the best things that a club can do the make the evening stand out from the rest ?

**Neil** · 17th-July-2003, 11:35 PM

At the last Camber weekend, I was impressed that jugs of water were freely available on the bars. Not so much because I wanted to drink the stuff myself, but it really made it a lot quicker and easier to get served with proper drinks!

However, I suppose most venues would be reluctant to do that, because of the effects on the bar takings

Neil

spindr · 18th-July-2003, 02:14 AM

In a particular order

Enthusiasm (especially from the teachers, "Hey let's learn the first move").
Non-smoking venue (take it outside).
Air conditioning.
Cheap bar, with attentive staff.
Eclairs at 1am like at Rock Bottoms.
Tea/coffee afterwards.

People making an effort, e.g. if it's fancy dress everyone goes in fancy dress --- it makes much more of a community spirit -- e.g. Ginger Jive's 1940s dance at Greenham 99% of people were in uniform / period costume.

Neil.

CJ · 18th-July-2003, 09:36 AM

Every Party night since the dawn of time, Franck has had sweets @ the front desk, as well as on individual tables for dancers.

He also ensures party venue has LOTS of jugs of iced water, and likes to go with themes to add to atmosphere. Was one of the first to introduce Non-smoking policy at all his venues.

He's not adverse to handing out free ice-cream during a night, too.

And as for the chocolate party..........!!!!!!!!!!!

AND, somehow, his enthusiasm continues unabated.

Just need to get him onto this coffee @ the end of a night thing...

**Neil** · 18th-July-2003, 09:55 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Ceroc Jock
Every Party night since the dawn of time, Franck has had sweets @ the front desk... [etc.]

All that, and this forum too... Franck, you da man!

Neil

**Dreadful Scathe** · 18th-July-2003, 10:07 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Ceroc Jock
AND, somehow, his enthusiasm continues unabated.

Indeed so - having travelled a bit and had many many teachers, Franck is certainly one of the more enthusiastic ones but when it comes to dancing with absolutely anyone after the class he has no equal. If only every teacher was like that more beginners would stay

.

also - 'mon the jelly sweeties.

**Steven** · 18th-July-2003, 10:08 AM

The best has to be from the summer madness beach ballroom party where ice cream was provided at midnight!!!!

It has never tasted soooo good

Cheers
Steven

**Franck** · 18th-July-2003, 10:58 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Ceroc Jock
AND, somehow, his enthusiasm continues unabated.

Awww... Shucks Guys...

Thanks, no wonder my enthusiasm is still there, with such praise

I'd love to take all the credit, but in truth, it's a team thing and we are very lucky in Scotland to have the best teachers, the best managers, djs and of course the best Cerocers and the best Forum

Everyone working hard to make it that little bit more 'special'

I am currently working on the special treats for the August Big Party, Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th... Definitely another un-missable event, a live Ceilidh band, Cabarets from David and LilyB, and the Tramp and Sheena, many mini style workshops, taught by the incomparable Adam, returning by popular demand, and David and Lily... What a week-end it will be! Not to mention a hall that is bigger than anything I have seen, never mind booked for a Ceroc dance...

Thanks again,

Franck.

TheTramp · 18th-July-2003, 11:27 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Ceroc Jock
Just need to get him onto this coffee @ the end of a night thing...

Hmmm. He managed the curry last night after Perth pretty well.

And yes, I think the main bit of effort that is vital, is the teacher looking like they're having a good time. If the teacher looks like they can't be bothered. And are not dancing, then I really think it has a negative effect on the night.

One night in London, where I was taxi-ing (a few years ago now). In the 6 nights I worked there, I didn't see the teacher dance once. In the end, I asked to move to another night, since there was just no atmosphere, and it was all very flat.

Nice to say that is the exception, rather than the rule though.

Steve

**Gadget** · 18th-July-2003, 12:45 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Ceroc Jock
Just need to get him onto this coffee @ the end of a night thing...

...sandwiches, snosages, crisps, juce etc. were all arranged for the after party picknic at the beach (after The Beach party) by our esteemed Frank {with a little help from his elves

} - this on top of the ice cream, chocolates and ever full water jugs on the tables,sweeties at the entrance desk, cloakroom, guest teacher, great floor, ample space and wonderful partners to dance with!

How can you top that?

**Franck** · 18th-July-2003, 12:54 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Gadget
...sandwiches, snosages, crisps, juce etc. were all arranged for the after party picknic at the beach (after The Beach party) by our esteemed Frank {with a little help from his elves } -

Hehe... not sure Lorna will like you calling her a little elf...

Anyway, the picnic food and drinks were all Lorna's idea who gave up her afternoon to go shopping and make sandwiches for us all...

and I agree... what a night that was, how can we possibly top it...???

Well we can try

Franck.

Twinkle Toes · 18th-July-2003, 01:10 PM

DITTO to all of the above.

It is so encourageing to see a teacher mix with us mere mortals and does it with a welcoming smile. Franck has certainly made my night on several occasions,

but the icecream at the Beach Ball room was the icing on the cake.

TT x

*Brady* · 18th-July-2003, 01:13 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Ceroc Jock
Every Party night since the dawn of time, Franck has had sweets @ the front desk, as well as on individual tables for dancers.

He also ensures party venue has LOTS of jugs of iced water, and likes to go with themes to add to atmosphere. Was one of the first to introduce Non-smoking policy at all his venues.

He's not adverse to handing out free ice-cream during a night, too.

And as for the chocolate party..........!!!!!!!!!!!

AND, somehow, his enthusiasm continues unabated.

Just need to get him onto this coffee @ the end of a night thing...

Must agree that all these things really add to a night and I've yet to see it happen anywhere else, except at Rock Bottoms, where each night there were cakes and donuts served with tea and coffee between 1-2 a.m. to give that extra boost of energy to keep people going till the wee hours of the morning. Have heard loads of positive comments regarding the atmosphere at parties here in Scotland!!!!!

Keep up the great work Franck!!!!

Twinkle Toes · 18th-July-2003, 01:17 PM

[quote]Originally posted by Franck
Hehe... not sure Lorna will like you calling her a little elf...
Anyway, the picnic food and drinks were all Lorna's idea who gave up her afternoon to go shopping and make sandwiches for us all...Franck.

..... and well done to Lorna too ..... I knew Franck couldn't have made those very tasty sandwiches all by himself. At 3am on a very crisp evening/morning it was just what we needed before our drive back to Edinburgh.

Ta very much,

TT x

**Jon** · 20th-July-2003, 08:32 AM

At the Charlton venue in London on the special nights we usually have a whole range of sandwiches, sausage rolls, pork pies, crisps etc etc, basically a huge layout of food, plus balloons and snacks on the tables..

Every night there are jugs of water at the bar.

Even when it's regular members birthday's a cake is bought out lit with candles and your dragged onto the stage to have everyone sing to you, and if your very lucky it doesn't get any more embarrising than that.

As you can imagine this venue always has a friendly atmosphere.

**Tiggerbabe** · 20th-July-2003, 06:21 PM

Well, he's truly surpassed himself this time - at the Aberdeen party last night, as well as the usual sweeties at the front desk, the jaffa cake bars on the tables and the fun "Just Back from Holiday In Greece" class............Franck also arranged for a bevvy of beautiful girls all dressed in their school uniforms to visit for a while and entertain us all

(Photos to follow guys

)

**Lorna** · 20th-July-2003, 08:46 PM

Hi guys,

just getting over the hangover,

Had a great hen night last night and was so glad that we made it to the party. Sorry we didn't stay that long but we had more pubs to go to!

Can't wait to see the photos, I'm sure they will be pretty awful considering I kept flashing my pants at everyone all night. A fab night was had by all, thanks.

lotsa love Lorna x-x

P.S I don't mind the 'elf' thing, I find it quite endearing!

*Dance Demon* · 20th-July-2003, 09:23 PM

I think it's nice to make the effort to put the little finishing touches to an event.
At every Route 66 we put nibbles & sweets on every table. There is always a big bowl of assorted mints at the front desk, & tablecloths and candles on all the tables. It makes the whole night more cosy and sociable.
At our Beach party, there were jelly fish candy ice cream cornets, and chocolate seashells on the tables, and a buffet, all for the princely sum of £5. Normal nights admission is only £4.
People always notice if you make the effort to make them feel welcome(IMHO)

**Chicklet** · 21st-July-2003, 08:08 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Dance Demon
At our Beach party, there were jelly fish

and they were big enough for sharing too......

**Graham** · 21st-July-2003, 12:49 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Chicklet
and they were big enough for sharing too......

Yes, I heard that's what you claimed you were doing. No doubt the video evidence will confirm this explanation......

17th-July-2003, 06:25 PM	#1 (permalink)
the what if kid Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 7 Status: No Status Rep Power: 0 Rep.: 10	Things that make you go wow ! Have you ever been to a club / venue where extra effort has gone into providing sometime over and above that which you expected? It may be that there is a tin of chocolates on the front desk for general consumption, deodorants strategically placed in the toilets, or iced water freely available in jugs on the bar. What are some of the best things that a club can do the make the evening stand out from the rest ?

18th-July-2003, 02:14 AM	#3 (permalink)
spindr Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Basingstoke Posts: 1,565 Status: No Status Rep Power: 3 Rep.: 688	Things that make you go wow! In a particular order Enthusiasm (especially from the teachers, "Hey let's learn the first move"). Non-smoking venue (take it outside). Air conditioning. Cheap bar, with attentive staff. Eclairs at 1am like at Rock Bottoms. Tea/coffee afterwards. People making an effort, e.g. if it's fancy dress everyone goes in fancy dress --- it makes much more of a community spirit -- e.g. Ginger Jive's 1940s dance at Greenham 99% of people were in uniform / period costume. Neil.

18th-July-2003, 09:36 AM	#4 (permalink)
CJ Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Fife. Posts: 5,056 Status: No Status Rep Power: 6 Rep.: 1756	I'm gonna vouch for Franck here.... Every Party night since the dawn of time, Franck has had sweets @ the front desk, as well as on individual tables for dancers. He also ensures party venue has LOTS of jugs of iced water, and likes to go with themes to add to atmosphere. Was one of the first to introduce Non-smoking policy at all his venues. He's not adverse to handing out free ice-cream during a night, too. And as for the chocolate party..........!!!!!!!!!!! AND, somehow, his enthusiasm continues unabated. Just need to get him onto this coffee @ the end of a night thing... __________________ Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference. www.readitandweep.net Risk more than others think safe; dream more than others think practical; care more than others think wise; desire more than others think possible.. ... then the Universe is yours.

18th-July-2003, 01:10 PM	#12 (permalink)
Twinkle Toes Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: House mostly Posts: 305 Status: No Status Rep Power: 3 Rep.: 14	With reference to thee Franck, DITTO to all of the above. It is so encourageing to see a teacher mix with us mere mortals and does it with a welcoming smile. Franck has certainly made my night on several occasions, but the icecream at the Beach Ball room was the icing on the cake. TT x

18th-July-2003, 01:17 PM	#14 (permalink)
Twinkle Toes Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: House mostly Posts: 305 Status: No Status Rep Power: 3 Rep.: 14	Thank You Lorna [quote]Originally posted by Franck Hehe... not sure Lorna will like you calling her a little elf... Anyway, the picnic food and drinks were all Lorna's idea who gave up her afternoon to go shopping and make sandwiches for us all...Franck. ..... and well done to Lorna too ..... I knew Franck couldn't have made those very tasty sandwiches all by himself. At 3am on a very crisp evening/morning it was just what we needed before our drive back to Edinburgh. Ta very much, TT x

17th-July-2003, 11:35 PM	#2 (permalink)
Neil Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Nottingham Posts: 185 Status: No Status Rep Power: 3 Rep.: 12	At the last Camber weekend, I was impressed that jugs of water were freely available on the bars. Not so much because I wanted to drink the stuff myself, but it really made it a lot quicker and easier to get served with proper drinks! However, I suppose most venues would be reluctant to do that, because of the effects on the bar takings Neil

18th-July-2003, 10:08 AM	#7 (permalink)
Steven Taxi Dancer Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Dundee Posts: 157 Status: No Status Rep Power: 4 Rep.: 10	The best has to be from the summer madness beach ballroom party where ice cream was provided at midnight!!!! It has never tasted soooo good Cheers Steven

20th-July-2003, 08:32 AM	#15 (permalink)
Jon Taxi Dancer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: London Posts: 283 Status: No Status Rep Power: 4 Rep.: 10	At the Charlton venue in London on the special nights we usually have a whole range of sandwiches, sausage rolls, pork pies, crisps etc etc, basically a huge layout of food, plus balloons and snacks on the tables.. Every night there are jugs of water at the bar. Even when it's regular members birthday's a cake is bought out lit with candles and your dragged onto the stage to have everyone sing to you, and if your very lucky it doesn't get any more embarrising than that. As you can imagine this venue always has a friendly atmosphere. __________________ It's only one dance. What's the Worst that could happen!

20th-July-2003, 06:21 PM	#16 (permalink)
Tiggerbabe Omnipotent Moderator Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Monifieth, Bonny D Posts: 5,262 Status: Je suis de retour - oooh la la :) Rep Power: 10 Rep.: 1633	And especially for the boys! Well, he's truly surpassed himself this time - at the Aberdeen party last night, as well as the usual sweeties at the front desk, the jaffa cake bars on the tables and the fun "Just Back from Holiday In Greece" class............Franck also arranged for a bevvy of beautiful girls all dressed in their school uniforms to visit for a while and entertain us all (Photos to follow guys ) __________________ "If you rebel against high heels, take care to do so in a very smart hat.'' George Bernard Shaw

20th-July-2003, 08:46 PM	#17 (permalink)
Lorna Ceroc Teacher Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Brechin Posts: 605 Status: No Status Rep Power: 4 Rep.: 250	Hi guys, just getting over the hangover, Had a great hen night last night and was so glad that we made it to the party. Sorry we didn't stay that long but we had more pubs to go to! Can't wait to see the photos, I'm sure they will be pretty awful considering I kept flashing my pants at everyone all night. A fab night was had by all, thanks. lotsa love Lorna x-x P.S I don't mind the 'elf' thing, I find it quite endearing!

20th-July-2003, 09:23 PM	#18 (permalink)
Dance Demon Commercial Operator Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 3,572 Status: No Status Rep Power: 3 Rep.: 822	I think it's nice to make the effort to put the little finishing touches to an event. At every Route 66 we put nibbles & sweets on every table. There is always a big bowl of assorted mints at the front desk, & tablecloths and candles on all the tables. It makes the whole night more cosy and sociable. At our Beach party, there were jelly fish candy ice cream cornets, and chocolate seashells on the tables, and a buffet, all for the princely sum of £5. Normal nights admission is only £4. People always notice if you make the effort to make them feel welcome(IMHO)

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