Aug 30
 
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August 30th, 2010  

 Christie Simmons

 

Merry Merry Monday! I KNOW that September doesn’t TECHNICALLY start for a couple more days, but I am way too excited about our September Super Sale to wait any longer!  So, starting today you can load up on freebies/discounts on pole courses, small group personal training, and ballroom… as well as getting your Club MiE Girl Memberships at a steal.  I was serious about the $3.57 per class rate – check out the special on our MOYENNE membership!  Hmmmm… cup of coffee or super fun fitness class?  Come dance with MiE!
 
Wanna win $$ Hundreds $$ in F-R-E-E stuff?
First things first, did you know… every dollar you have spent since 8/15 is earning you raffle tickets at the upcoming Sassy MiE Soiree girls night out party?  Jump on over and read the details… then make sure to come to the Soiree at 7pm on Saturday night 9/25 to claim your raffle tickets (5 for every $100 spent) for all purchases made 8/15-9/25.  Those tickets can earn you dozens of fun prizes… not to mention a 90 day Club MiE Girl Membership or a 6 week session of Pole~ah~Tease!  Reserve your spot online – the Soiree is already filling up.
 
BEAUTIFUL CELEBRATION Special on 6wk courses
There are two parts to our September special.  The first one applies to our 6 week courses in Pole~ah~Tease, Bodacious Ballerina/Oh Baby and Dance with MiE: Ballroom for the Rest of Us.  Get this… if you purchase both the BEAUTY (10/3-11/13) and CELEBRATE (11/14/1/15) sessions by the end of Sept you get to pick a perk… either a 10% savings OR a FREE 90 day PETITE Club MiE Girl Membership ($90 savings)!  If you choose to we’ll even let you give that membership to a friend (especially helpful for you Bodacious Ballerinas who want to bring a buddy but already get a TOUJOUR membership included in your package), it just needs to be activated in September.  As you know, we never do specials on the pole classes.  So, get in on the fun while you can! 
 
Pole Girls, this is a perfect chance to get a FREE membership that you can use to enhance your dance skills (try that Pole~ah~Tease Sexy Core class… it’ll help a bunch with your sensual dancing) and your fitness level!  FYI, for those of you who already signed up for the BEAUTY session and want to take advantage of this special simply visit the front desk and we’ll get you taken care of. ;>  And, yes, you can put down just your typical non-refundable $75 deposit for both sessions to become eligible for the special (or pay in full).
 
Club MiE Girl Special: 2-4-6-8 Dance Your Way Right Into Shape
Are you ready for this?  You’ve never seen prices this low!  Only for the month of September, if you purchase and activate a 4month pre-paid Club MiE Girl Membership you get:
 
$120 PETITE+2: 6 classes/mo instead of 4 ($5/class!)
$200 MOYENNE+4: 14 classes/mo instead of 10 ($3.57/class!!!)
$360 TOUJOUR+6: 7 guests/mo instead of 1 (your buddy will love you)
ALL: +8% additional boutique discount for all memberships (adds up to be 18% for Petite, 23% for Moyenne & 28% for Toujour!)
 
If you don’t currently have a membership visit our September Super Sale website to sign up.  If you currently have a membership we can make it easy – just stop by (or e-mail) the front desk to purchase your 2-4-6-8 special and we’ll activate it on your September anniversary date and then set your membership to go back to normal after the package expires.  We added an extra week (so you get 18 weeks instead of 17) since we will be closed the week of Christmas.  And, as a bonus, you can even flex the classes throughout the 4 months… so if you have plans to travel, etc, you can do more one month and less another as long as you use ‘em (or lose ‘em!) by the end of the 18 weeks.  A great deal AND convenient. : )  Make the decision NOW to lock in your fitness plan through the holiday season.  Your skinny jeans will thank you! ;>
Early Bird Pricing is now active
Early bird pricing for the BEAUTY session is active until 9/22.  But, don’t delay, with all our specials this month class times will fill up quick.
 
Hugs,
Christie 
 
PS:  This Thursday is our fabulous First Thursday where you can learn to be a Goddess Unleashed with Isa at 7 and then how to Strip for Your Lover with Miss Kitty at 8:45.  Plus, it’s the first night for Tango with Rommel and Daniela at the studio.  Come on by – lots of fun!!

 
Aug 23
 
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August 23rd, 2010  

  Christie Simmons

 

Merry Merry Monday! Oh we have some fabulous fun for you this week!!  First, it is “week 1″ of the SIMPLE session around here… so WELCOME to all the newbies, congrats to all the graduates, and kudos to everyone in between. : )  Our new fitness class schedule is up (starts with Video Vixen tonight at 5:15!) ~ don’t forget to check out our adorable new instructor MollyJo and her Nia class on Wednesday.  Now, for the extra special news…
 
Burlesque~ette is open for enrollment
I know that you lovely ladies who are in love with Hannah’s burlesque classes will suffer from withdrawl since there is no class this session.  But, sign-ups are now open for her 6wk course, Burlesque~ette SUGAR, that starts the first part of October!  This class is going to be awesome ~ it’s less focused on fitness and more focused on DANCE.  There will even be costumes and optional performance opportunities involved!  So, wander on over and check it out… I know this class will be a hit so get your spot early!  It’s just $75 for all 6 weeks with early bird pricing (otherwise, $100).  Class is Monday nights at 8:45pm.
 
Argentine Tango is HERE
Oh how I LOVE Argentine Tango!!  Not familiar with that one?  Imagine a perfect blend of sensuality and elegance… intimacy and respect… passion and appreciation… method and artistry, in a dance shared between couples who communicate to each other and those around them with so much more than words… and you will have a glimpse into the exquisite world of Argentine Tango. 
 
As you know, in our Pole~ah~Tease sensual pole dance classes we focus on helping the everyday woman realize and relax into the beauty of her sensual side through dance.  Similarly, in Argentine Tango individuals and couples can learn to recognize and build confidence in their ability to appropriately communicate sensuality to a partner through dance.  Although this dance is not difficult, it is also not easy to learn.  But, with some practice and dedication any and every couple can learn it.
 
On Thursday nights, starting in September, we are fortunate to have a couple of the valley’s best teachers, Rommel and Daniela, teaching specialty classes + a practica every week.  They will also offer the same on the second Saturday night of each month.  And, stay tuned for the addition of beginner and intermediate 6wk sessions in Argentine Tango.  Any and every level dancer is welcome in the specialty classes ~ it’s just $15 per person to learn from 7-8:30 and practice from 8:30-11! And, if you are one of Daniela’s ASU students you can come to the Practica for just $5. More details available.
It’s almost time…
In just one week now I’ll be announcing our September specials.  Be excited. ;>
 
Time to dance!
 
Hugs,
Christie 
 
PS:  Sorry for the confusion with the schedules last week… I think we have them all updated and sync’d now so take a look again to plan your fall and winter fun!

 
Aug 23
 

 

Burlesque~ette

 

Burlesque~ette

Here at Express MiE we approach Burlesque in a unique way… it’s especially for the everyday woman who wants to amp up her sexy style and have fun learning to tease and tantalize.  We have three different 6-week courses available: our SUGAR course, our SPICE course and our EVERYTHING NICE course. 
The courses can be taken in any order and can also be taken more than once.  Each 6-week session promises a fun new set of choreography that you will learn, perfect and even have a chance to perform.  And, we know you are wondering… there is no nudlity in our classes.  We’ll teach you to tease and tantalize, to wink and shimmy, to peel and pose… transforming you into a sexy starlette, MiE style!
 
BEAUTY SESSION (10/3-11/13) Schedule:
~ Burlesque~ette SUGAR: Mondays 8:45-9:30pm
 
CELEBRATE SESSION (11/14-1/15) Schedule:
*no classes the weeks of Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Years*
~ Burlesque~ette SUGAR: Mondays 8:45-9:30pm
 
Early Bird Special: $75 for 6 week course, otherwise $100
Aug 23
 
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Argentine Tango: Couples & Individuals

Argentine Tango Lessons

Imagine a perfect blend of sensuality and elegance… intimacy and respect… passion and appreciation… method and artistry, in a dance shared between couples who communicate with so much more than words… and you will have a glimpse into the exquisite world of Argentine Tango. 

 
Come and improve your skills in a beautiful, friendly environment with Rommel and Daniela at Express MiE.  This class is excellent for beginner and intermediate dancers, as well as advanced dancers who want to refine their dance.  Couples and individuals are welcome.  Pre-register online. Club MiE Girl Discounts do apply but do not combine with advance purchase discount.
 
SPECIALTY CLASS: 7-8:30pm every Thursday
Cost: $15 per person with advance purchase, $18 at the door
FREE Practica (immediatly following the lesson) included for all specialty class attendees.
PRACTICA: 8:30-11pm every Thursday
Cost: $10 per person with advance purchase, $12 at the door
$5 Practica (discounted rate) for ASU students. 
Aug 16
 
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August 16th, 2010  

  Christie Simmons

 

Merry Merry Monday my dear! I just want to stand back for a moment this week and thank each and every one of you that have been a part of Express MiE.  As a small and still relatively new company I certainly don’t take for granted that we have come this far… and during the ‘economical time’ that we did!  Of course, I adore my amazing staff and know that they are a huge part of how fun and fabulous our classes are.  But, I also want to thank YOU, as a client, for deciding to be a part of our community and to tell your friends about the studio.  Express MiE simply would not exist if it wasn’t for all you beautiful ladies who keep coming back for more.  : D  So, on that note…
 
A Special Gift From MiE to You… this week at the studio
In order to properly thank you we have a fun little ’something’ that we are passing out to everyone who stops by the studio this week!  Whether you are there for a class, a tour, or just to say hello… stop at the front desk for your cute little freebie.  Merci Beaucoup!
 
Early Bird Pricing Extended Thru Tues 8/17 midnight
Like I mentioned, I’ve never done it before and don’t plan to again… but I had so many of you who got caught up in back-to-school madness that you nearly missed the deadline.  So, you can enjoy the lower pricing on pole, ballroom, burlesque & personal training until tomorrow night.
Vote for MiE, Vote for MiE!
If you love Express MiE now is your chance to show it by nominating us as the 2010 “Best Place to Tone Up” on the New Times Website. But hurry, hurry… you only have until midnight Weds 8/18 to do so!
It’s as easy as 1,2,3…
  1. Go to: http://www.bestofphoenix2010.com/
  2. Nominate “Expres MiE” in category 54 (Best Place to Tone Up) (and, optional write-in at the end as “Best Women’s Fitness Center”
  3. Remember you must complete at least 10 categories & hit submit on the last page in order for it to process.  Many thanks for your support!! We heart you, too. :) !!
 
Get Excited…
As you may have noticed, I am a bit of a planner & pretty consistent with how I run things.  I’m gonna let you in on a secret here… in my annual cycle there is one month where I will always offer the most fabulous specials you will find all year.  And, that month is September.  So, stay tuned because over the next couple weeks we’ll be releasing all the info on how you can save BIG on all our services (yes, even pole!) AND increase your chances of winning that free pole class or membership package at the Soiree on 9/25…
 
That’s it for now!  Have a wonderful week. :>
 
Hugs,
Christie 
 
PS:  We have the schedules up for both the BEAUTY (10/3-11/13) and CELEBRATE (11/14-1/15) sessions.  Take a look (on the left for pole or below for ballrom & personal training) at the days/times available and start thinking about what will work for you!

 
Aug 9
 
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August 9th, 2010  

Hey!  Christie Simmons

 

Merry Merry Monday everyone!  OK, first things first, how cool is the date today?!?  8-9-10… love that. I recently booked someone for the LOVE YOUR BODY DAY Photoshoot… she got the 10am appt on 10-10-10. What better way to smile on such a fun date in time?  I admit it, I’m a bit of a dork when it comes to numbers.  Either that or just very easily amused sometimes! 
 
Early Bird Specials expire THIS Weds (8/11) at midnight!
I am not kidding when I say it’s TIME to get your spot, ladies.  The early bird specials expire for all pole courses, ballroom courses, Bodacious Ballerina & Oh Baby, and the 6 week session with Miss Kitty Victorian… THIS Wednesday at midnight.  Take the chance now to lock yourself in to your MiE time for the upcoming session. 
 
Girls + their Boys = Fun, Fun, FUN Couples Dance Classes
If you have ever thought about how fun it would be to have your man twirl you confidently around the floor you are IN LUCK! ;>  Our couples dance classes are built especially for the everyday couple.  And, this session we are running the foundations courses in both LATIN (Tues nights at 8:30) and COUNTRY (Saturdays at 2pm).  Check out our style ~ we even have a Sampler Class coming up a week from tomorrow (Tues 8/17 @ 8:30pm) where you can test out our way of teaching. I know some guys shy away from latin dance thinking that they’ll be required to roll their hips and act all Rico Suave with their arms.  Not so much, gents!  We’ll make sure you look good, but we’ll also keep things simple for you.  Try the sampler class for just $30 and if you decide to sign up that night we’ll apply the entire $30 toward your class… and offer you a chance to get early bird pricing even though it will have expired!
Poles are Here ~ Come & Get ‘em
The X-Poles from the recent sale will be at the Studio beginning tomorrow ~ if you ordered one then come & get it!  You are gonna LOVE having your own pole at home.  And, if you need some help figuring out how to put it up just wander on over to my Facebook where you can find a helpful video made by couple of our fabulous Level 7 graduate pole girls. : )  Enjoy!!
 
Small Group Personal Training is for YOU
Have you checked out our Bodacious Ballerina & Oh Baby! small group personal training options?  If you are serious about improving your health and fitness you need to meet our fabulous trainer, Paulina.  She will carve your curves and flatten your belly… all while being so adorable you simply can’t tell her no!  Get your spot before early bird pricing ends on Weds and enjoy a TOUJOUR membership (unlimited fitness classes) for the same price (see packages for details).  These courses save you TONZ over standard personal training.  And, they are fun, too! ;>
 
Have a fabulous week!
 
Hugs,
Christie 

 
Aug 2
 
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August 2nd, 2010  

  Christie Simmons

 

Merry Merry Monday everyone!  Welcome to all the newbies (and all our fabulous regulars!) who joined us for National Dance Day on Saturday. Everyone had a ton of fun.  I hope you enjoyed your free memberships + goodies!  Like I said on Facebook… I vote we just pretend that EVERY day is National Dance Day.  Or, at least just dance every day – that’ll do!
 
I am SUPER excited about the unique workshops we have coming up for you!  These are not workshops we run regularly – we have brought in special guests – so get your spot early cuz once they are gone, well, they are gone. ;>
 
Learn to LOVE YOUR BODY – NOW!
As you may remember, Love Your Body Day is in October and this year we are celebrating with a very special workshop.  Amber Krzys, founder of the Body heART Campaign is coming to offer her fabulous Love Your Body NOW workshop + optional photoshoot.  We only have a limited number of spots available, so if you or someone you know could use a boost in learning to accept and love their body… exactly as it is now… (um, isn’t that ALL of us?!?) then you need to get your spot early.  Best of all, it’s only $99 for the full day workshop + optional photoshoot if you purchase before 9/25 (although we could sell out well before then so don’t dilly dally)!  You can read all about this amazing workshop online.  I’m really looking forward to this ~ I’m sure you ladies will LOVE it.
 
Burlesque workshops with special guest Miss Kitty Victorian
In addition to our lap dance workshop coming up with Hannah this Thursday, we have added 3 new workshops in Sept & Oct with Miss Kitty Victorian ~ the headmistress of Burlesque University in Washington DC.  Wander on over to our First Thursdays page to see just how you can learn to “Strip For Your Lover“, become skilled at the “Fan Dancing Fan-omenum“, and… if you are feeling extra saucy and brave… sign up for some “Tassel Twirling Time” (oh yes we did!).  Each of her workshops is just $25, and Miss Kitty has even graciously offered to honor our Club MiE Girl Discounts for these 3 workshops!
Burlesque 101: 6wk Act Development Course
Have you ever dreamed of becoming a Burlesque performer?  Do you have some ideas of an act you’d like to do but need some professional coaching to get it together?  Well, Miss Kitty is here to help.  Check out her unique course in Burlesque performance development... and if you want in act fast cuz this one starts in just a few weeks!  Early Bird pricing is $135 and ends 8/11.  Classes are Monday nights 8:45-9:45pm for 6 wks.  Get the full scoop online.

 
Pole Girls ~ Get Your Spot now!
I just have to say THANKS to all my upper level ladies!  Within a week of us opening up the schedule 80% of you had put down your deposit for next session.  And, it’s a good thing you did!  You alerted us to the fact that we didn’t have enough classes up (sorry to those of you who were locked out) but because you did so EARLY we were able to add a new Weds 5/6/7 class at 7pm.  I adore you plan-ahead-girls… and the rest of you pretty please get busy reserving your class!  We simply cannot add more classes for the upcoming session now so what we have available is all that we’ll have… and the classes are filling up fast!  Time for some more fabulous pole fun, n’est pas? : >
 
One week left for specials! SIMPLE Session starts 8/22
Early Bird pricing for the SIMPLE session (8/22-10/2) ends in just about 1 week!  That means you can get your 6wk Pole~ah~Tease session for $150 (saving $30), your 6wk Couples social ballroom course for only $195 (saving $80), or save even more by trying out our new Bodacious Ballerina & Oh Baby! small group personal training options.  But whatever you do, do it soon.  And get ready for a bunch of fall fun!
 
Hugs,
Christie 
 
PS:  Want a sneak peek at something fun?  We are hard at work developing our new 6 week sessions in Burlesque dance!  After the SIMPLE session (beginning 10/2) you’ll see Burlesque disappear off the fitness schedule and reapper in our new Burlesque~ette 6 wk courses!  These are going to be a ton of fun with fresh choreography that you get to perfect and (optionally) perform.  And, best of all, they are going to be SUPER affordable!  More info yet to come.  FYI, the course with Miss Kitty is NOT a course where you learn routines but rather a course where you develop your custom burlesque act.  The Burlesque~ette courses will be filled with routines & focused on burlesque dance education… in the fabulous Express MiE style, of course (ie: no nudity!). ;>
Aug 2
 
Love Your Body NOW Workshop
Are you ready to REDESIGN your relationship with your body?

Join special guest speaker Amber Krzys for a full day workshop on 10/9/10 (and optional photoshoot on 10/10) where you will learn to Love Your Body NOW.  Only $99 with early bird pricing, $125 if purchased after 9/26/10

 
Love Your Body NOW Workshop
Aug 2
 
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Couples Ballroom Dance Courses

Couples Social Ballroom Dance 
Dance with MiE: Fun Couples Dance Lessons

In each 6 wk foundations course you will learn an easy fast dance, a slow dance and a more challenging fast dance. Plus, we give you super detailed handouts, a dance lesson binder to keep them organized in AND a practice CD in each course you take. What more could you want?!? ;>
 
We always focus on using current music so you can take the moves you learn out onto any dance floor together. We also help you become excellent leaders and followers… ensuring you build all the communication tools you need to enjoy dancing together. At Express MiE we have a unique way of teaching that (believe it or not) makes dance easy to learn. Guys particularly like our style of explaining things – we can teach you to be a confident leader no matter how many left feet you have. We cut right to the chase and give you the basic principles you need to know so you can enjoy dance… and look good while doing so!
 
SIMPLE SESSION (8/22-10/2) Schedule:
~ Latin Foundations: Tuesdays 8:30-9:30pm
~ Country Foundations: Saturdays 2-3pm
 
Early Bird Special (thru 8/11): $195 per couple.  After that time you are subject to the regular rate of $275.  Class size is limited, get your spot now!
Aug 2
 
Small Group Personal Training Courses

We all know it is important to integrate training & nutrition for optimal results. So, in our Small Group Personal Training Courses you get your very own “Daily Coach” account – that’s our online food and fitness tracker which enables you to log in from home and do your fitness homework + manage your food intake. It even has recipes and shopping lists so that eating right is easy. These classes give you all the benefits of working with a personal trainer, at a huge savings over one-on-one training!  All fitness levels welcome, you will be challenged appropriately for your level.

 

BODACIOUS BALLERINA Personal TrainingBodacious Ballerina Haven’t we all admired the long lean muscles, strong curves and gorgeous tone of dancer’s bodies?  While most of us will never be showing off our legs under a tutu, we can work our muscles in ways that will carve our curves and shape our silhouettes. In this 6wk course you will have access to (3) 45 min workout classes per week where our personal trainer will get your heart rate up and your excess body weight off.

When purchased through our Build-a-Dancer package ($635 value)your total of $400 includes your 6 wk TOUJOUR membership… and you get all that for just $350 if you enroll before our early bird pricing ends on 8/11.  

 

DELIGHT session (7/11-8/21) schedule:

 ~ Tues & Thurs 7:45pm + Sat 8:30am
SIMPLE session (8/22-10/2) schedule:
 ~ Tues 7:15pm + Thurs 7:45pm + Sat 9:15am

 
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OH BABY! Mom’s FitnessOh Baby!

It’s time for you to give yourself the gift of renewed wellness and confidence, ladies!
Whether you had a baby ages ago or just recently (or, were just lucky enough to have a few more curves than you want to keep in your midsection!) we can help. The “Oh Baby!” course will not only help you build a strong core, but will also tighten your skin and bring it back to your muscle. In this 6wk course you will have access to (2) 45 min workout classes per week where our personal trainer will get your heart rate up and your excess body weight off. 
 
When purchased through our Post-Baby Shape-Up package ($485 value) your total of $300 includes your 6 wk TOUJOUR membership… and you get all that for just $250 if you enroll before our early bird pricing ends on 8/11. 

 

DELIGHT session (7/11-8/21) schedule:

 ~ Tues & Thurs 7:45-8:30pm
SIMPLE session (8/22-10/2) schedule:
 ~ Tues 6:30pm + Thurs 7:45pm
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