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Country & Latin Line Dancing Section 1
with Elizabeth Richards
Learn a few line dances to bust out when a line dancing opportunity presents itself or simply because you want to try something new! Discover classic country line dances and popular Latin rhythms, including rumba, cha cha, salsa and more, in this fun, energetic class! Specific music and pattern requests will be taken the first night and taught whenever possible. All levels welcome! No partner required. Wear comfortable clothing and soft-soled shoes.
Elizabeth Richards has been teaching dance for more than 20 years. She loves watching the moment that steps 'click' for her students.
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Dance with Amanda - In Person or Live Online
with Amanda Mae Carter
Have fun and get fit for FREE! This simple, adaptable dance fitness class is focused on body awareness, acceptance, and appreciation. All are welcome! Just show up and dance along, or join us via Zoom from the comfort of your home. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes, and bring water. No class 2/18. When in-person classes are canceled due to the weather, class will still be held via Zoom.
Amanda Carter’s lifelong love of dance led her to become a Zumba instructor in 2022. She has been teaching and developing dance fitness classes ever since!
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Nightclub Two Step
with Elizabeth Richards
The charming and adaptable Nightclub Two Step is ideal for dancing at weddings, parties, and nightclubs. Learn the fundamentals of this flirtatious dance that goes well with most love songs and ballads. Come join us and learn how to jazz up the standard slow dance! Course fee is per couple, and we will not be changing partners in this class. Wear comfortable clothing and soft-soled shoes.
Elizabeth Richards has been teaching dance for more than 20 years. She loves watching the moment that steps 'click' for her students.
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Beginner Adult Ballet
with Morgan Sanborn
Add movement to your weekly routine, learn something new, or even refresh skills from your past! Develop musicality along with a basic knowledge of ballet steps, including proper alignment along with the fundamentals of ballet technique. Each class will consist of barre and center work, along with exercises traveling across the floor. Students will also learn a brief history of ballet along with the historical context of steps and styles of classical ballet. Wear something comfortable to move in. Please bring ballet flat shoes (recommendation from Morgan: On Your Toes in Peabody, MA or Petite Jete in Brunswick. She can also have shoes available for purchase at the studio if students send her their street shoe sizes by 12/15.
Morgan Sanborn is a member of City Ballet of Boston and freelance artist with extensive background training and performing in multiple styles of dance and 25+ years of teaching experience. She is currently an American Ballet Theatre National Training Curriculum® Fellowship Instructor, certified in Progressing Ballet Technique, Pilates Academy International Mat, and working toward completing a comprehensive Pilates Apparatus Certification.
Beginner Adult Tap
with Gabby Poulin
Tap is an incredible way to improve memory, coordination, balance, and reflexes! Develop musicality along with a basic knowledge of tap steps. Each class will consist of a warm-up, center and across the floor exercises, and a fun piece of tap repertoire or choreography. Join this fun class to add movement to your weekly routine, learn something new, or refresh skills from your past! Please bring tap shoes, and wear something comfortable to move in.
Gabby Poulin Is a graduate of Roger Williams University and was part of the RWU Dance Theater. She grew up training with Community Dance Project and Thornton Academy Dance Company under the direction of directors Emma Campbell and Sarah Choroszy. She further expanded her studies at Bates Dance Festival, Joffrey Ballet School, and trained under Morgan Sanborn, Director of Dirigo Conservatory of Movement.
Beginner Guitar
with Travis Taylor
It's fun to play the guitar and you can't go wrong learning from a seasoned instructor and musician like Travis. Focus on learning the names of the strings and the first position notes before progressing to chords and strumming patterns. Before you know it, you will be playing music! No class 2/19.
Bring a nylon or steel-stringed acoustic guitar, picks (plectrums), an electronic tuner and the book Hal Leonard Method Complete Set (approx. $20–$25).
Travis Taylor has been playing guitar for a number of years and has been a member of a local band for quite some time. Additionally, he has more than 10 years experience teaching guitar in the Saco school system.
Country & Latin Line Dancing Section 2
with Elizabeth Richards
Learn a few line dances to bust out when a line dancing opportunity presents itself or simply because you want to try something new! Discover classic country line dances and popular Latin rhythms, including rumba, cha cha, salsa and more, in this fun, energetic class! Specific music and pattern requests will be taken the first night and taught whenever possible. All levels welcome! No partner required. Wear comfortable clothing and soft-soled shoes. No class on 2/20.
Elizabeth Richards has been teaching dance for more than 20 years. She loves watching the moment that steps 'click' for her students.
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Just Swing for Beginners
with Elizabeth Richards
Enjoyable and simple to learn, single-time East Coast swing is entertaining for dancers of any age. Pick up the fundamentals and build your repertoire while learning numerous turns and additional steps. Develop the self-assurance you need to get out on the dance floor and show your stuff! Course fee is per couple and we will not be changing partners in this class. Wear comfortable clothing and soft-soled shoes. No class 2/20.
Elizabeth Richards has been teaching dance for more than 20 years. She loves watching the moment that steps 'click' for her students.