Ceroc MedFest - This holiday is no longer available -

"Wow what an amazing time!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

"I have once again thoroughly enjoyed the week of ceroc in Calpe and have already booked for next year. BIG THANK YOU TO ALL!!!"

"I danced my socks off. And then danced some more!"

"Fabulous choice of classes and workshops with a good balance of time to relax and enjoy the hotel and nearby beach"

"Your tour host in Calpe deserves a gold medal, she was brilliant. Always around and nothing was to much for her. I don''t know how she does it"

"I'm still re-living an amazing week, two weeks later. I have post-Med Fest blues!"

"Hotel and organisation were first class"
 

Yes! This is THE sunshine dance event of the year, one of the biggest and best dance holidays dance holidays in the world. Not only will you learn new moves you will make friends, soak up the sunshine and enjoy some epic freestyle dance nights with the Ceroc team.

We do recommend that you're not a complete beginner to Ceroc to really get the most out of this holiday. Take a few lessons before September, catch the bug, meet some like-minded Ceroc friends and come and join us in the sunshine.

As well as a jam-packed schedule of classes and workshops plus pool parties and epic freestyles every night there is time to relax and enjoy the hotel facilities, the lovely beach nearby and the local sights.

• An All Inclusive pass to the seven night Ceroc Mediterranean Festival
• Daily classes and workshops with the Ceroc team
• Pool parties most days
• Freestyle dancing every night
• Gala evening events and performances
• Fancy dress farewell party
• Optional group excursion for lunch and al-fresco freestyle dancing
• Return flights (*NEW INFO JULY 2015* ALL airports will incur a supplement)
• Return shuttle transfer from Alicante Airport
• 7 nights' half board accommodation at the four star Hotel AR Diamante Beach, situated on Levante Beach and with three swimming pools, fitness centre, spa and a choice of restaurants and bars
• A Bilingual Club Dance Holidays tour host
• Time to relax and enjoy the beach, pool, local sights
• Welcome drink & orientation pack on arrival
• Book your own flight and get £120 off

NB: Price is based on twin-share accommodation. The supplement for a single room is £133 per person; alternatively we can arrange a room share for you.

Ambar Beach (Half Board) (Included) 

 Apartments are furnished to a high standard and offer one or two bedrooms, a large living area, balcony, kitchen facilities and bathroom (the two bedroom apartments have two bathrooms), as well as daily room service. Adjacent to the hotel Diamante Beach and with their own pool, guests at the apartments can also use all of the hotel facilities. An ideal choice for families or groups of friends.

Diamante Beach**** (Half Board) (Included) 

The AR Diamante Beach Spa is located on the Levante beach in the town of Calpe, a stunning location on the Costa Blanca in Spain’s Alicante province. The hotel’s unique style is characterised by its spectacular glass facade that lends an impressive source of natural illumination to the carefully designed interior.

There are no less than three outdoor pools, surrounded by attractive terraces dotted with palm trees and just a few steps from the seashore. The locally-renowned, modern Spa is one of the best on the Costa Blanca and has an additional indoor pool with water features as well as Turkish baths, sauna and an array of treatments. It has been totally renovated and opned to the public again in May 2013. There is also a gym and access to a nearby golf course.

Dining options include two a la carte restaurants serving local and international cuisine, a buffet restaurant, cafeteria and piano bar.

All 283 double rooms are attractively decorated and have large balconies, air conditioning, safe, wi-fi internet connection and private facilities and hairdryer.

Esmeralda Suites (Half Board) (Included) 

Roca Esmeralda*** (Half Board) (Budget) 

The Hotel AR Roca Esmeralda & Spa *** has 88 double rooms and 124 double rooms with salon, which are ideal for families.

All rooms are equipped with a full en-suite bathroom with a hairdryer, air-conditioning and heating, ambience music, a safety deposit box, telephone, satellite TV, a fridge and balconies with a sea view. 

The Hotel AR Roca Esmeralda & Spa *** offers a wide range of services and facilities which will satisfy all your holiday, business or special celebration requirements. Enter in the Esmeralda Fitness Club & Spa to discover an Oasis of Wellbeing and enjoy the benefits of Hydrotherapy and the Beauty and Health treatments offered.

The now legendary Ceroc Mediterranean Festival 2015 takes the nationwide Ceroc community to Calpe, Spain for a non-stop dance explosion in the sun, offering fantastic, high energy workshops and unforgettable parties at night. Our largest annual event, Med Fest now sees at least 500 revellers descend on the sun-drenched beaches of Spain's Costa Blanca for a jam-packed week of dancing with some of the UK's best loved Ceroc teachers.

Ceroc Med Fest takes place in the elegant four star Hotel AR Diamante Beach, situated on Levante Beach and with three swimming pools, fitness centre, spa, a choice of restaurants and bars and two fantastic dance venues.

We now include airport arrival and departure transfers in Alicante when you book your own flight, providing you arrive between 9am and 5pm on the start day of the holiday and depart on the end day of the holiday.

The no-flight discount has been increased to £120 per person.

Sample Itinerary
This is a provisional itinerary aiming to give you an idea of what your holiday will look like. There will be some elements which will change:

DAY 1
During the day - Arrive at Alicante Airport and transfer to the AR Diamante Beach and Spa
Evening - Overview of the week; Dinner included; Welcome drink and Ceroc Med Fest freestyle night

DAY 2
During the day - Pick and mix Ceroc Med Festl dance workshops and/or sunbathing around the hotel pool or on the beach
Late afternoon - Pool party with games around the hotel pool
Evening - Dinner included; Ceroc Med Fest freestyle night

DAY 3
During the day - Pick and mix Ceroc Med Festi dance workshops and/or sunbathing around the hotel pool or on the beach
Lunchtime - (OP) Sunbathing, barbeque lunch and dancing on the beach
Evening - Dinner included; Ceroc Med Fest freestyle night

DAY 4
Free day to relax by the pool or on the beach, take a trip to Benidorm by boat (please ask us for details of the boat prices and schedule), take a coach to the nearby Torrevieja water park or enjoy an afternoon pool party with the team.
Evening - Dinner included; Ceroc Med Fest freestyle night

DAY 5
During the day - Pick and mix Ceroc Med Fest dance workshops and/or sunbathing around the hotel pool or on the beach
Late afternoon - Pool party with games around the hotel pool
Evening - Dinner included; Ceroc Med Fest freestyle night

DAY 6
During the day - Pick and mix Ceroc Med Festival dance workshops and/or sunbathing around the hotel pool or on the beach
Late afternoon - Pool party with games around the hotel pool
Evening - Dinner included; Ceroc Med Fest freestyle night with Cabaret

DAY 7
During the day - Pick and mix Ceroc Med Festival dance workshops and/or sunbathing around the hotel pool or on the beach
Later afternoon - Pool party with games around the hotel pool
Evening - Dinner included; Ceroc Med Fest freestyle night. Farewell dance party with showcase by your Ceroc teaching team. Plus the 'Ceroc Med Festival 2013 Awards' (prizes given for Sexiest Dancer, Best Talker, Coolest Dips etc). FANCY DRESS THEME NIGHT TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON.

DAY 8
Check out and transfer to Alicante Airport or, if you have a later return flight leave your bags with reception and continue to enjoy the hotel facilities.
 

Teaching the Ceroc Med Festival workshops and dancing with you in the Ceroc Med Festival Freestyle Nights will be the top names in Ceroc teaching from the UK. The teaching team are chosen not just for their great teaching technique but also for their charisma, sense of humour and fun. Among the teachers and DJs for 2015 will be:

Tim Sant

"Head of Dance for Ceroc and Medfest veteran. This talented dancer and teacher has a huge following that grows with every city he visits. As one of your hosting duo for the event, expect to see his face everywhere throughout the holiday...on the dance floor, on the stage, behind the DJ decks, in the pool, by the sea, maybe even on rare occasions at the bar..."

Debbie Attwood

"Queen of the dance holiday scene and the second part to your exceptional hosting duo, Debs is no stranger to the Calpe adventure. Full of surprises, always up for a laugh and and always on hand to make sure your experience is the best it can be. As one of Ceroc's most popular teachers, make sure you don't miss her Blues specialist classes across the week.

Kieran and Charlie

"The first Lord and Lady of the Piano bar, this silky smooth duo will be cooling your sunburn and hosting your Chillout classes for the week. Kieran is a nationally renowned DJ who will be guiding through an A to Z of music mastery across the week, and expert choreographer Charlie will be teaching you your Flashmob routine ready for Fridays grand performance on the beach."

Maja Kocanova

"Injecting your holiday with a splash of style, a sprinkle of sassiness and bucket loads of dance floor passion, our Latin Goddess Maja never fails to deliver inspiring classes and a truly memorable party by the Med. Dancing is her calling, so don't disappoint her and make sure you hunt her down for a boogie!"

Lyndsey Bennett and Mark Kerr

"Fun, fresh and oh so funky; this vibrant duo join us for their second year at Calpe. Masters of the Funked Up style, their classes will leave you enthused, energised and thirsty for a dirty bass-line. They are always first in for the pool games; they're a tough act to beat...are you up for the challenge?!

Kirstie Roper and Shaun Dobie

"Medfest virgins Kirstie and Shaun bring some exciting new workshops and concepts for our Medfesters this year. From Ceroc Live, they definitely bring the cool factor to our Mediterranean retreat. Both exceptionally talented teachers, their choreographies are current, dynamic and oozing with the latest styles. But beware, Shaun also has a penchant for water pistol fights and splashing in the pool: just a big kid at heart.

Tony Sails

"Another Medfest first-timer joins our ranks this year. Tony's truly unique style will both challenge and delight you in whichever room you happen to hunt him down. Don't be deceived by his cool and muscly exterior however, he is a big softie deep down and itching to dive headfirst into our Medfest clan. Why don't you sample something a little different and try out his Zouk Masterclass?

Julia Schumacher

"Our last newbie is by no means our least. Gorgeous Julia is a relatively new teacher on the Ceroc circuit, however her first year teaching in Ceroc Passion has seen her popularity soar. Co-teaching with Tim and assisting our Beginner dancers by day, but freestyle fanatic and party animal by night! Make sure you introduce yourself to her and grab her for a dance.

Garry Turner

"What DJ legend Garry Turner doesn't know about music ain't worth knowing. From Motown and Blues to House and R&B, Garry's eclectic taste and extensive experience make him one of the most loved and respected DJs on the dance circuit. Always on the search for new music gold, he has no doubt got a tapas of fresh tunes for this years dancing cohort.

Sheena Assiph

"When this wee lass touches the decks she sets the party alight. With tunes hotter than the midday sand, Sheena is always inundated with praise and pleas for her return. So your prayers have been answered and she will be DJing again for our 2105 troops. Music aside, she is also a firecracker on the dance floor, so prize that Caiprinha out of her hands and show her a good time!

Cuisne:  Calpe offers a  choice of modern and traditional Spanish restaurants with freshly caught seafood a speciality. International cuisine, including Italian and Chinese, are also available.

What are optional extras?  In addition to your holiday we also offer you a variety of optional extras to make your holiday even richer and add some local colour.  You can buy these extras at the welcome meeting at the beginning of your holiday.  We will ask you to pay in cash and fill out a form.  Here is a list of the options we anticipate running – actual details and final prices will be confirmed on arrival. NOTE: some may require minimum numbers.

“Taste of Spain” Trip 09:30 – 16:30 22 GBP per person

Departing our hotel at 09:30, we will first take in a bit of Spanish heritage in the ancient town of Benissa. Benissa is a small and perfectly preserved Spanish town with its white washed houses and cobbled streets and here we will visit an 18th entury stately home that remains unchanged by time. After the house we visit the next gem in Benissa´s crown, a church so large that the locals call it the “Cathedral of the Costa Blanca”. Next we´ll head inland to do a spot of wine tasting at the cooperative winery of Jalon Valley. This region is famous for its muscatel wine, which is sweet and enjoyed as a dessert wine. The region also produces outstanding quality red, white and rosé wines. Whilst in Jalon, there will be free time to enjoy lunch (not included). Our next stop is at the ancient Benidoleig Caves, discovered in 1768 and steeped in history. Our last stop of the day will take us to the cosmopolitan coastal town of Moraira where you´ll have free time to enjoy the surroundings before heading back to the hotel in Calpe.

“Guadalest & Algar Waterfalls” 09:30 – 16:30 19 GBP per person

Join us as we visit two of the Costa Blanca´s most famous places! Departing our hotel at 09:30, we´ll head southwards passing through the tunnels of the Sierra Bernia Mountain, then going inland and up to the village of Guadalest that dates back to 715AD. The town today is home to just 200 inhabitants who dedicate their lives to tourism. The maze of cobbled streets are lined with cafés, shops selling local craftwork, article of interest and articles and musuems which you can explore at your leisure. From Guadalest we´ll head back down the mountain to the fabulous Algar waterfalls area. Here there will be a lunch stop (not included) before heading into the falls for an afternoon of fun. The falls are set on various levels, each one offering a different experience, from turbulent pools and diving points to relaxing lagoons. The ice cold mountain water gives welcome relief to the blistering midday sun!

“Santa Barbara Castle & Alicante” 09:30 – 16:30 20 GBP per person

The region´s capital city is our destination for this fantastic day out. Departing at 09:30 we´ll head southwardd on the coast road, passing the towns of Altea, Benidorm, Villajoyosa, Campello and San Juan before arriving at our first destination of the day, the Santa Barbara Castle standing high over the city of Alicante. The origins of this fortification are known to date back to the 9th century when Spain was under Muslim rule.  Throughout its colourful history it has been used to house Royals as well being a prison for a short period of time. After visiting the castle, you´ll be taken to the Alicante port area, where you´ll have the afternoon free to explore the city and everything that it has to offer. 

Sparty on Wednesday and Friday

£25 per person. An exclusive dance party in the hotel's luxury spa. Night of Wednesday to Thursday from 1am until 3am there will be music and dancing, the chance to dip in the pool and even Cava and chocolates - a really luxury late night party. Numbers are limited so don't delay, book it soon!
 

The Ceroc Med Fest includes seven fabulous freestyle nights and often the party continues into the early hours.

In addition to dancing and music from Ceroc UK's top DJs, our freestyle nights include fun competitions, cabaret, fancy dress (theme TBC) and a showcase by the teachers on the last night. The last night will also host the 'Ceroc Med Festival Awards' where prizes will be given to the Sexiest dancer, Coolest mover etc.

The Ceroc UK team are fantastic party hosts and they will ensure you have some unforgettable nights in Calpe.
     

Dance workshops: Med Fest offers a full schedule of dance workshops, with at least five hours to choose from each day.  These workshops will not only give you precious time with the top Ceroc teachers in the UK who will entertain you with their humour, personality and excellent teaching technique, but also will give you the opportunity to take different modules including: Styling, Lifts, Drops and Seducers, Dirty Dancing, Fancy Footwork, Close Moves, Stops Breaks and Pauses. This is a unique opportunity to widen your Ceroc repertoire, gain confidence within your dancing and dance as much as you want.

Venue of classes:  All the workshops will conveniently take place within the hotel.

All of our Ceroc events are gender balanced. We believe that gender balancing is an important feature of Ceroc events as it ensures maximum enjoyment for everyone. By nature, Ceroc requires a male lead and to create a successful event it is important for both men and women to have equal workshop and freestyle opportunities.

We strive to ensure a successful gender balance by creating appropriate promotions where necessary.
 

On Arrival: You will receive a detailed itinerary and details of any optional extras. We also include information on the local sights, recommended restaurants and other helpful tips.

Tour Host: Over the week you will have a tour host who will be available to help you with any questions that you may have. They are present from the pickup at the airport until you go home, and also actively participate in the social events. Whilst it should be noted that tour hosts cannot be present at every moment (as they sometimes must prepare other activities for your holiday), their role is to facilitate as much as possible that you have an unforgettable holiday. They normally go to bed at around 1’o clock in the morning and you should continue to enjoy your evening.

Overview of the Week and Welcome Drink: At the beginning of the week there is an Overview of the Week where your tour host will tell you about all details of your holiday. At the Overview of the Week you can buy your optional extras (see below). Also at the start of the week, Dance Holidays will invite you to be our guest to a drink.

Getting Around: You are responsible for making your own way to the dance classes and meeting points on the itinerary. We will point out those times when it is sensible to take a taxi.

Free time: We encourage you to explore the local area and make use of the excellent hotel facilities. This can be done when you please around the activities and dance classes that we have organized for you. Your tour host will be on hand for any queries you may have about the local area.

Banks and Money: The easiest way to buy obtain euros is by using a credit card at the cashpoints which are located at five minutes walking distance from the hotel. You can buy small amounts, as often as you like, at any time, without queuing. You will need to know your P.I.N. Bank opening hours are normally 9.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. Banks will change cash, travellers cheques and will sell you currency on your credit card providing the lines are open. You will always need to show your passport at a bank.

Tipping is generally not that common in Spain. There is no need to tip taxis but it is usual to leave a 5 - 10% tip at a restaurant if you are particularly pleased with your dinner/lunch.

We feel our tour hosts work hard to give you an exceptional holiday and sometimes you may find that they add some special touches which are beyond the call of duty. If you agree with us, you might wish to show your appreciation by way of a tip. You can do this by putting money in an envelope on your own or by getting together with other guests. This evidently is entirely at your discretion.

Making friends with the Locals and people not on the holiday: The dance classes and dance evening events in the hotel at night are exclusive to Dance Holidays clients. Generally, we discourage people who are not on the holiday from joining our activities and we ask for your discretion is this respect. By all means, outside of the itinerary, do mix with other holidaymakers staying in the hotel.

Ceroc Med Fest is suitable for dancers of all abilities but we do recommend, for maximum enjoyment, that you have some experience before joining the holiday.

There is a full schedule of dance workshops, with at least five hours to choose from each day and different modules include: Styling, Lifts, Drops and Seducers, Dirty Dancing, Fancy Footwork, Close Moves, Stops Breaks and Pauses. This is a unique opportunity to widen your Ceroc repertoire, gain confidence within your dancing and dance as much as you want.

The Ceroc UK teachers aim is to ensure that everyone gets something out of the classes; even the most advanced dancers will be stretched and will return from the week away with new additions to their repertoire. What's more, the teaching team inject a fantastic sense of fun into all the classes and workshops.

Flights:  (*NEW INFO JULY 2015*)  All airport departures are now subject to a supplement (this includes Gatwick)

If you buy your own flight we can offer you a discount of £120 per person.

We provide shuttle transfers from Alicante airport when we book your flight (on the standard holiday dates). We also include airport transfers in Alicante when you book your own flight, providing you arrive between 9am and 5pm on the start day of the holiday and depart on the end day of the holiday.

In order to guarantee a place on our airport transfer (which operates on the standard holiday dates) you must provide us with your flight times.

NB Its important that your holiday is confirmed to you by us before you buy your flights.

Which airport?  The nearest airport to Calpe is Alicante. From Alicante it takes approximately 1 hour by bus.

If you buy your own flight we can offer you a discount of £120 per person.

We provide shuttle transfers from Alicante airport when we book your flight (on the standard holiday dates). We also include airport transfers in Alicante when you book your own flight, providing you arrive between 9am and 5pm on the start day of the holiday and depart on the end day of the holiday. 

If you are arriving on a different day you can easily reach your hotel by taking one of the following routes:

1) Taxi from Alicante Airport: Take a taxi for approximately €110

3) Public Transport from Alicante Airport:  You can take a direct bus from Alicante airport to Benidorm bus station. You will then need to change for a bus to Calpe. The entire journey takes around 3 hours, including waiting time.

Books on Spain: It may be worth your while reading up on your destination before you go. Penelope Casas writes beautifully on Spain, such as "The Blue Guide" or "The Foods and Wines of Spain." Ian Gibson’s "The Fire in the Blood" is one of the most fascinating insights into Spanish Culture.
 
Budgeting for your holiday: Here are some guidelines on prices, to help you do your own calculations. Please refer to the optional extra section of the fact sheet for the prices of the optional extras.
Three course meal including drinks in the centre of town:  20-25 euros
An evening of tapas and drinks: 15 euros
Rum and coke: 5-8 euros
Beer:  2-3 euros
Coffee: 1.50 euros

Health and Fitness: There are no particular health requirements for a dance holiday. However you should be able to dance for at least two hours a day in order to be able to enjoy the workshop/socials.

Insurance, Visa and Passport Requirements: Refer to the brochure for full details. In brief, Insurance is a condition of booking. Visas may be required for non EU citizens. British nationals need a full passport to travel to Spain.

Travel Documents: You receive these 10 days prior to daparture. We also confirm the address and phone number of the hotel and the emergency contact numbers.

Weather:
Calpe is located on the Costa Blanca on Spain's Mediterranean coast and the climate is always mild and sunny.   Average temperature in September: 22ºC -25ºC
 

What to wear for Ceroc workshops and freestyle nights:  We recommend that you bring shoes with a leather sole for the dance classes and the evenings. Your shoes should be comfortable and supportive. Wear lightweight cotton socks to avoid sweaty and blistered feet!  Wear comfortable loose clothing for the classes.  We expect the Freestyle Nights to be quite dressy so bring some glam gear with you for the evenings!

Useful Things to Bring:
Swimming costume
Suntan lotion
Beach gear
Camera
Summer clothing for day and light jacket for evenings