In 2005 I wanted a sea change, to move as far away from Perth as possible but stay in the same state, so I chose to apply for a live in Hotel position in Broome , stay for a season and see how I go , 12 years later I'm still here ! I was never just about work so had a list of community programs and classes I was to sign up for, Zumba was one of them.
Broome has a wonderful community spirit, sure we have social issues like many other regional towns but we have many inspirational creative souls who you love to be around.
An example of a Broome Gem and Shining Star is Justine De Bruyn. I started going to Justine's Zumba classes in 2010 when she started off in a small room at the local BRAC (Broome Recreational Aquatic Centre) the little side room was very modest but Justine was so friendly and welcoming I knew I would continue to go to her Zumba classes as often as I could no matter where she held them!
As Justine's following got bigger she leased a larger room at the Notre Dame University where I met lots of other lovely Broomies who I am proud to say I remain friends with to this very day.
Justine has always got behind fundraising for special causes; World Natural Disasters, SIDS, Cancer Research, local families going through challenging times as well as helping many, many other charities. Justine was even kind enough to do a special fundraising night for my nephew Boris when he was gravely ill with Cancer , the money went towards Cancer Research at the Great Ormond Street Hospital in London where Boris spent much of his first year fighting cancer.
Justine along with a very talented entourage were also kind enough to help me do a special dance at my wedding to help encourage everyone up on to the grass dance floor. I still think this dance was the catalyst of a great party enjoyed by everyone and a night my husband and shall never forget.
Roughly five years ago Justine joined forces with five other wonderful women and created
'Broome Dance Co-op' ( since evolved into BPAC, Broome Performing Arts Co-Op )
Justine and her team set up a great space, called 2 b six , based in old Broome where she continued to run Zumba Classes as well as numerous different kids dance classes . Zumba has since merged into Hot Fitness , which is a fitness program offering numerous dance fitness style classes for all ages that keep you in shape in a fun non intimidating way!
BPAC and Hot Fitness outgrew the 2 b six studio and needed more than one room to run all the adult and children classes. STUDIO 34 on Hunter Street is now well under way in being constructed and will be an awesome facility for the Broome Community to continue to partake in a wide variety of adult and children dance classes in air conditioned, comfortable environment. (for more info please read below for links)
As Justine and her fellow teachers have never operated for profit and they have always ensured the kids end of year concerts were priced at an affordable rate for everyone to be able to attend they are now requiring any assistance possible to help create a studio of their (and our ) dreams. BPAC needs to raise $10 000 to cover the costs of a sprung floor, mirrors and soundproof walls so that they can continue their legacy- to provide fun, funky, professional, AFFORDABLE dance and performance opportunities for our kids and community!
I have already had the pleasure of attending Justine's "Baby Wearing Booty Classes" ( dance classes whilst wearing our infants in carriers) Classes at the new Studio 34 as part of her Hot Fitness program and am very impressed with how everything is taking shape.
BPAC still needs assistance with the finishing of building their new Studio, and there is now under 10 days left to raise money for this worthy cause.
If you would like to help Justine and her fellow dance teachers to be able to continue to provide such a fantastic service to the adults and children of the Broome Community, please click on the below link and donate however much you can ( all amounts help).
Broome wouldn't be the wonderful town it is without Stars like Justine.....
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