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Events
- James and Ola Jordan Weekend Dance Break
- James and Ola Jordan Sat 3rd March ’12
- Alton Towers 2012 Dancing with The Stars Weekend
- Anton Du Beke & Erin Boag Weekend Dance Break
- Alton Towers 2013 Dancing with The Stars Weekend
- Previous Events
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Venues
- Ashton Town Hall
- Dukinfield Town Hall
- Hyde Town Hall
- Denton Labour Club
- Dukinfield Community Centre
- Droylsden Concord Suite
- Mossley George Lawton Hall
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James and Ola Jordan Weekend Dance Break
Making A Booking
£175 per person which includes your 4* hotel accommodation.
Rooms currently available
Twin & Double rooms still available – sorry no single places or triple rooms available.
Book by Credit/Debit Card
Simply make your room selection below, let us know your dancing experience, tell us who you are then select the Add To Cart button, this will direct you to our secure Paypal site.
Please note this will incur a £3 paypal debit/credit card booking fee per person.
Book by Post
Simply click here to print off our Dance Break Booking Form, sign and attach a cheque payable to Donahey’s to cover the £165 per person, and post to; Donahey’s, PO Box 209, Ashton-U-Lyne, Lancashire, OL6 OAG. Please allow 17 days from posting for receipt of confirmation.
Book by Phone
Unfortunately we don’t have credit card facilities to enable us to accept telephone payments.
James and Ola Jordan
Weekend Dance Break
Saturday 3rd – Sunday 4th March 2012
Ashton Town Hall & Village Premier Hotel, Manchester.
Final 6 rooms now remaining…
Join us for a fabulous Weekend Dance Break starring the Winner of BBC Strictly Come Dancing 2009, Ola Jordan
& her partner, 2010 Strictly Come Dancing Finalist James Jordan.
Enjoy a fabulous evening of dancing starring James and Ola Jordan’s spectacular Latin American Showcase, enjoy VIP access to meet them back stage after the show plus an exclusive Saturday afternoon dance workshop with James & Ola…all held at the stunning Ashton Town Hall.
Just take a look at what we’ve included…
- Saturday night Bed & Breakfast at the brand new 4 star Village Premier, Ashton Moss, Manchester.
- James & Ola performing their spectacular Latin American Showcase – up close & personal.
- Exclusive back-stage access after the show to personally meet James & Ola for those souvenir autograph & photographs – guaranteed.
- A 50-minute Saturday afternoon Latin American dance workshop with James & Ola – workshops are available suitable for absolute beginners or experienced dancers, simply choose your level.
- Floor-side VIP Reserved Seating at the stunning Ashton Town Hall – included.
- VIP Sparkling Wine Evening Drinks Reception on the red carpet.
- Return evening transport between the Village Premier & Ashton Town Hall.
- Saturday evening Black Tie Ball – a fabulous night of dancing for everyone; Ballroom, Latin, Salsa, Rock’n'Roll, & much much more
All this just £175 per person which includes your 4* hotel accommodation – a truly fab-u-lous experience for every Strictly Come Dancing fan….
‘We can’t wait to return to Dukinfield Town Hall – what a fabulous venue. The audience there are the best we’ve ever performed for!’ James Jordan
‘What can I say? What a great weekend. We do shows all over the country but never have we had so much fun and met so many great people. I have to say Donaheys have done an amazing job organising the whole weekend, hope to be back soon!’ James & Ola Jordan
Donahey’s proudly present BBC Strictly Come Dancing Stars James and Ola Jordan performing their fabulous Latin American showcase up close & personal at one of their favourite performance venues, you’ll hear them talk about their Strictly Come Dancing experiences plus you’ll have the chance to meet, chat and have pictures & autographs with them.
Our dance breaks come highly recommended and are a great chance to learn to dance if you’re an absolute beginner. Or if you’ve danced before you could improve your dancing, try new styles, learn new steps or develop your technique. We have workshops available to suit your dance-floor experience. This isn’t a dance break organised by a holiday company with some dancing thrown in – this is an exclusive break starring James & Ola from BBC Strictly Come Dancing performing & teaching up close & personal – organised by the dance experts.
Win a private lesson with James & Ola Jordan – date extended
Simply book our James & Ola Dance Break anytime this month, and you’ll be automatically entered into our prize draw to win an exclusive private lesson with James & Ola as part of your Dance Break.
Imagine you could have your very own private dance class with this star couple……fab-u-lous!
Already booked this break, don’t panic we’re putting your names into the prize draw too.
James & Ola Jordan
James and Ola Jordan have starred in the past 6 series of Strictly Come Dancing, this series Ola Jordan is partnering footballer Robbie Savage, while James Jordan partners One show presenter Alex Jones.
Jame’s & Ola’s spectacular Latin American showcase is sure to take your breath away featuring the; Sexy Rumba; Sizzling Samba; Cheeky Cha Cha & their dramatic Paso Doble. This is going to be a dance break you’ll remember for years to come.
‘There’s nothing quite like seeing these celebrities performing for you mere feet away’
James and Ola Jordan performing up close & personal at Dukinfield Town Hall
Ashton Town Hall
Ashton Town Hall
Market Square, Wellington Rd,
Ashton Under Lyne, Lancashire, OL6 6DL
Jct23 M60 – Simply follow the brown tourist signs for Manchester Museum.
Situated in the heart of Ashton Town Centre, the stunning Ashton Town Hall will once again play host to another evening of fabulous dancing for everyone; Big Band Ballroom, Hot Latin American, Salsa, Rock’n'Roll, & more…
4* Village Premier Hotel, Ashton Moss, Manchester
The brand new, state of the art Village Premier Hotel, Ashton Moss, Manchester benefits from; Fabulous leisure facilities including a 25m swimming pool; Luxury en-suite rooms with flat screen TV’s; Starbuck’s Coffee Shop; Verve Grill & Restaurant; The Victory pub & kitchen; Free Wi-Fi throughout.
Why not take the opportunity over the weekend to discover the hustle & bustle of Tameside & Manchester with all the attractions they have to offer. The hotel’s location is perfect for getting out and about, just 5mins drive from Ashton Town Hall, a short 8minute train ride into Manchester City Centre or a 15minute journey by car. The Trafford Centre Shopping Mall is around 30mins drive.
Enjoy the brand new state of the art 4 star Village Hotel, Ashton Moss
We only have a limited number of Double or Twin rooms available on our inclusive dance break.
£175 per person which includes your 4* hotel accommodation.
Price based on two people sharing, take advantage of this great price and don’t miss out on a fab dance break – book today. Sorry no single/triple rooms available.
James and Ola Jordan photo gallery from past events
James & Ola Jordan Inclusive Workshops
Why not take the opportunity to learn to dance or
brush up on some of your favourite Latin dancing with the stars?
On Saturday afternoon, James & Ola will host two 50-minute dance workshops. Just let us know your Latin dancing ability and we’ll book you in the correct level workshop. Remember taking part in these workshops is completely upto you, and you don’t need any experience for our beginners workshop.
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Firstly, tell me about Donahey’s?
The Donahey’s family have been organising spectacular dance events and teaching children & adults across Manchester to dance for over 43 years. We pride ourselves on the quality of all our classes and events. Our hugely successful events with the stars of BBC Strictly Come Dancing are now in their 7th year – we thoroughly enjoy them and we go out of our way to ensure our customers do too.
Donahey’s is recommended by, and affiliated to the world’s largest dance teacher’s organisation, the IDTA – rest assured Donahey’s have worked hard to establish a name you can trust along with an exceptional reputation in the Dancing world.
Who teaches the workshops?
James and Ola Jordan – yes, that’s right our dance workshops will be taken by the stars of the weekend.
I’ve never danced before is it suitable?
Our dance break is designed for enjoyment for everyone; Whether you’ve never stepped foot on a dance floor before and want to sit back, enjoy the shows, meet the stars and maybe learn your very first dance steps from the stars? Or if you’re an experienced dancer, our ballrooms are stunning and you can enjoy dancing the night away on our beautiful sprung maple-wood dance-floors and take part in the more advanced workshops.
The level of your participation is entirely your decision, you can join in the workshops & dancing, or none at all – the choice is completely yours!
What shall I wear?
The daytime is casual, the evening Black Tie – look your best for some fab pictures with the stars!
For dancing; on your feet something comfortable, dance shoes or flattish shoes preferably not trainers. No high heels, flip flops, steel heels or toe caps please.
What time can we check-in?
Your rooms will be available anytime from 3pm onwards; you are welcome to enjoy the hotels first class leisure facilities throughout the days on both Saturday & Sunday.
How do we travel between The Village Hotel & Ashton Town Hall?
Saturday evening we will of course be laying on coaches from the hotel to transport everyone across to Ashton Town Hall and back. Guests are of course welcome should they prefer to make their own way to & from Ashton Town Hall if they so wish. The two venues are located within a short 5min drive of each other.
For the afternoon workshops, please make your own way to Ashton Town Hall, then you are free to leave straight after the workshops.
What level of ability will the workshops be?
Workshops will be offered at Beginner or Intermediate level in Latin dancing.
My partner/friends don’t dance can I take part in the class?
Absolutely.
My partner/friends dance at a different level to myself, can we each take the workshop appropriate for our own dancing ability?
Sure, it’s absolutely fine for you to split for the dance lessons/workshops, no problem at all – just let us know on your booking form. We do get some people do that, we wouldn’t though be able to accomodate both of you taking each others lessons as well.
What kinds of age group attend?
Our dance break is designed for enjoyment by everyone and regularly attracts a mix of all ages so you can be sure of a fun time – some families bring along 3 generations!
What is included in the price?
Saturday afternoon 60 minute dance workshop with James and Ola; Evening Return Transport between Village Hotel, Ashton & Ashton Town Hall; Evening Welcome reception drink; VIP reserved seating; Dancing Saturday evening from 7.30pm till midnight; James and Ola Dance showcase Saturday evening; Saturday night 4 star accommodation with private facilities; Sunday morning Full English Breakfast.
Can we extend our stay & make special hotel requests?
Of course, if you have any specific hotel requests whatsoever such as; extending your stay either side at preferential rates, rooms close to your friends, low floors, near a lift etc please contact The Village Hotel direct on 0161 342 8607 and ask for Steph.
All special requests and upgrades MUST be organised directly with the Hotel no sooner than 6-weeks prior.
If you would like to book additional night’s either side of your break, you should book these asap directly with the Village. Then, no sooner than 6-weeks prior contact the hotel directly and request they link both of your bookings – that way you will not need to change rooms.
Regrettably we are unable to get involved in this area.
Is Saturday evening meal included?
So we can keep the package price as competitive as possible there is no evening meal included in this package.
We find this allows guests to choose exactly what they would like to eat, where they would like to eat and select your own budget for your evening meal – there’s lots of great eateries to choose from located in & around your hotel;
Village Premier Hotel;
The Victory Pub & Kitchen
Verve Grill
Nearby Restaurants;
What happens in the evening?
There will be dancing for everyone during the evening with a fabulous showcase from the stars of Strictly Come Dancing.
Can we sit with our friends?
Certainly, just tell us who they are and we will reserve you seats together in the ballroom!
Your Table
You will be reserved seats at a table in the Ballroom for Saturday evening.
Do i need a Wristband?
Not on this dance break.
Cameras
There’s going to be lots of great photo & autograph opportunities during the evenings so make sure you don’t forget your camera!
To reduce the time you are queuing and to increase your enjoyment of the remainder of the evening; following the showcases we are introducing a system whereby guests will be invited by table number for photo’s & autographs with the stars. Please hang fire until your table has been invited, your co-operation with this will be really appreciated and hopefully this should work to allow for the better enjoyment of the rest of the evenings for you.
Can children come along & take part?
Yes, well-behaved, accompanied children are very welcome to take part and enjoy our dance weekend in full. However, children may not be left unaccompanied at workshops or evening dances whatsoever and parents or guardians must accept full responsibility for the supervision of their children at all times.
Can i just purchase tickets for the dancing/workshops/show?
Sorry, no.
Is our dance weekend in any way associated with the BBC?
No.
Find out more information about the BBC TV programme Strictly Come Dancing
by checking out the BBC Strictly Come Dancing website
www.bbc.co.uk/strictlycomedancing
Find out more about Strictly Come Dancing stars James & Ola, checkout there website
www.jamesandola.com
