Check out the results and photos from our very first Drifters Allcomers here!
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To encourage and promote the enjoyment of rock n roll and dance and to promote a high standard of team work and friendship in all phases of club activities.
Drifters Rock 'n' Roll Club was formed in 1989, and in 1993 we became an Incorporated Society. We have grown to around 200 members with ages ranging from 5 to 85 years old, which makes us one of the largest RnR clubs in the north island. We are a non-profit organization that promotes "friendship, fun, and learning to dance".
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We are made up of junior members (5-17 years) and senior members (18+ years). Senior members can volunteer to be a part of the committee which runs the club, and / or be part of various sub committees which organize specific events. Our committee is elected at our AGM which is held in November.
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Each year we hold two major club events: our Birthday Hop in July and our Club Championships in August. Also, our members regularly dance in either the Junior National Championships held each Easter weekend,or the Senior National Championships held each Labour weekend. Drifters is an affiliated and active member club of the New Zealand Amateur Rock 'n' Roll Association Incorporated.
Throughout the year we regularly hold lessons for both members and non-members. These are held for seniors from 7-8pm on a Tuesday night at a cost of $8 per lesson (for non-members). Attending beginner lessons is essential to learn the basics of rock 'n' roll dancing, but after that there are Advanced Beginner, and Intermediate lessons where you can extend your knowledge of moves, floor work, co-ordination, and energy levels!
You can also choose to stay for our Club Nights which are unstructured and sociable and run from 8-9pm every Tuesday night. More experienced members are present at club nights and are there to help, just ask! Look out for people wearing our club uniforms.
For information about the next lesson date check out our calendar below or see any Committee Member.
Coming along to a club night is a casual occasion. Comfortable clothing that is easy to move around in is a good idea, and our only stipulation is that high heeled shoes are not allowed. These cause damage to the floor and can be very dangerous to wear when doing rock 'n' roll. Flat soled shoes only please.
When entering competitions dancers must wear formal rock 'n' roll attire, which for ladies includes a full circle skirt (or dress) with petticoat. Please discuss any dress queries with an experienced member.
Drifters has a club uniform made up of our club colours, Red, Gold and Black. It is usually worn when attending large events such as a nationals competition. Members are not expected to purchase any uniform or formal attire, but they may choose to.
For information about clothing or merchandise please speak to the Property Officer.
Lessons and Club Nights are held at the Vardon School Hall (36 Cunningham Road, Beerescourt) and has been our home for over 30 years!
We have club rules that help guide members and members of the committee in multiple things, including the benefits of being a Drifters Member, what is expected of a Drifters member and National Competition guidance.
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A copy of the Drifters Rock N Roll Club's Constitution can be found here.
