MARINE CORPS AIR STATION IWAKUNI, Japan -- This Saturday, Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni is scheduled to host the annual Summer Music Festival at Torri Pines Golf Course.
The music festival’s roster includes acts like Floyd Vanlaningham, Hero to Zero, Blues Work Shop, Snake Bite Love, Molotov Cocktail, and last but not least the Chicago Hot Rox Dancers.
According to the Armed Forces Entertainment Web site, the Chicago Hot Rox has quickly become one of the top professional dance teams in Chicago.
Their troupe of talented, beautiful and energetic women has gained in notoriety across the globe.
After a performance on Saturday at the Summer Music Festival, the Hot Rox will conduct a dance clinic scheduled for 4 p.m. Tuesday at the IronWorks Gym.
The Chicago Hot Rox troupe has been on the dance scene for three years.
In that short period of time, these Chicago ladies have represented the Chicago Shamrox, the Chicago White Sox Pride Crew, and the Chicago Fire. Having performed in large sports arenas, the Hot Rox has gained a substantial following.
Each season the Hot Rox dancers audition new talent. The auditions average 115-140 women, all vying to fill one of the 18 positions on their team.
Lance Cpl. Justin W. Wiemers, a staff member and former professional dancer, first met the Hot Rox girls during a rehearsal at a dance studio he used to attend.
Wiemers said, “The Chicago Hot Rox Dancers have a really highspirited style that helps eliminate some of the embarrassment that comes with dancing.”
The Hot Rox Dancers generally dance to hip-hop and pop music, said Wiemers.
Although he has never officially taken the Hot Rox Dancers’ clinic, he highly encourages those looking to dance to take advantage of the unique exercise opportunity.
“Don’t worry, it’s not going to be boot camp for dancers,” said Wiemers. “This workshop will be for beginners and people who just want to have fun. If you are looking for something different from your daily workout routine or simply a break from the norm, you should definitely come and participate.”
Those with questions or comments may contact the Marine Corps Community Services’ Production office at 253-6103.