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Old Orchard Beach/Saco Adult and Community Education



Music & Dance

Country & Latin Line Dancing Section I

$89

with Elizabeth Richards

Calendar Jan 4, 2024 at 6:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

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.

Required: Proof of registration. 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.

Full Course

Just Swing for Beginners

$99

with Elizabeth Richards

Calendar Jan 4, 2024 at 7:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

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 (only ONE registration required) and we will not be changing partners in this class.

Required: Proof of registration. 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 Belly Dance

$75

with Jessy Lynn Ostara

Calendar Jan 19, 2024 at 5:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Enjoy a judgment-free environment that emphasizes dance and positive body image while also offering support and encouragement! While beginners practice fundamental motions and combinations, intermediates polish their understanding and experiment with layers. The tummy-toning results are a positive side effect for inspiration! Explore movement, vocabulary, musicality and history. No class 2/23.

Required: Proof of registration. Wear comfortable clothing and bring water.

Jessy Lynn Ostara, a 500-hour Certified Yoga Instructor, has years of experience teaching several movement modalities. Her concentration is in meditative Belly Dance, Yin, Hatha and Chair yoga. She is also a certified meditation teacher through ShivaShakti school of Yoga and Healing Arts.

Ukulele For Beginners - Section I - Live Online

$79

with Duncan Perry

Calendar Jan 31, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks

This is your chance to learn to play this amazingly versatile instrument. You'll need a ukulele, some curiosity, a love of music and time to practice. Join our stress-free program for plenty of fun and learning. You won't want to stop once you have mastered the fundamentals. The nicest part is that you don't have to read music! Sign up, tune up and show up to start your musical adventure now! Registration closes at noon on 1/29.

Buying a ukulele? Duncan can provide you with brand, price, style and size recommendations as well as local stores where you can purchase an excellent beginner's ukulele. Contact us and we'll have him reach out to you!

Required: Five days before to the commencement of the program, important documents will be sent to the email address you provided at registration. Before attending the first session, please read this email carefully.

Duncan Perry is a popular ukulele performer and teacher. He believes studying an instrument makes the brain sharper, helps reduce stress and brings joy to the uke players and audiences. He  has taught the powerful ukulele to almost 700 individuals!

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Beginner Guitar

$79

with Travis Taylor

Calendar Feb 7, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

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 2/21. 

Required: Proof of registration, 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.

Ukulele For Beginners - Section II - Live Online

$79

with Duncan Perry

Calendar Feb 27, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks

This is your chance to learn to play this amazingly versatile instrument. You'll need a ukulele, some curiosity, a love of music and time to practice. Join our stress-free program for plenty of fun and learning. You won't want to stop once you have mastered the fundamentals. The nicest part is that you don't have to read music! Sign up, tune up and show up to start your musical adventure now! Registration closes at noon on 2/23.

Buying a ukulele? Duncan can provide you with brand, price, style and size recommendations as well as local stores where you can purchase an excellent beginner's ukulele. Contact us and we'll have him reach out to you!

Required: Five days before to the commencement of the program, important documents will be sent to the email address you provided at registration. Before attending the first session, please read this email carefully.

Duncan Perry is a popular ukulele performer and teacher. He believes studying an instrument makes the brain sharper, helps reduce stress and brings joy to the uke players and audiences. He  has taught the powerful ukulele to almost 700 individuals!

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Country & Latin Line Dancing Section II

$89

with Elizabeth Richards

Calendar Feb 29, 2024 at 6:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

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.

Required: Proof of registration. 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.

Texas Two Step

$99

with Elizabeth Richards

Calendar Feb 29, 2024 at 7:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Do you love country music but wish you were more proficient in couples dances? Come learn the most well-known partner dance in country music, the Texas Two Step! This progressive dance style starts with the fundamentals and gradually adds more complicated patterns and turns. In no time at all, you'll be moving around the dance floor! Course fee is per couple (only ONE registration required) and we will not be changing partners in this class.

Required: Proof of registration. 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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