Queen Anne’s County Parks and Recreation is offering a wide variety of dance classes for every age range. Classes begin soon and are held at the Kramer Center located at 104 Powell Street in Centreville. To register for any of the following classes, download a registration form at www.PARKSnREC.org or call (410) 758-0835 ext. 2525.

Toddler Dance, Ages 2 – 3 1/2
For little dancers who are comfortable being independent of parent for 45 minutes. Explore rhythm music creative movement and self expression using a variety of dance games and props. Cost $75
Dates: Mondays, September 14 – November 9, 2009
Time: 4:30 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. Program: 617001

Tap, Ages 3 1/2 – 5
Learn basic tap steps, combinations and a short routine. Preparatory tap class, child is independent of parent. Learn basic tap steps, combinations and a short routine. Cost $75
Dates: Mondays, September 14 – November 9, 2009
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Program: 617003

Ballet, Ages 3 1/2 – 5
Learn the fundamental movements of classical ballet including positions of the feet and arms, basic steps, balance and correct technique using dance games and dance props. Child is independent of parent. Cost $75
Dates: Mondays, September 14 – November 9, 2009
Time: 5:15 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Program: 617002

Tap Classes, Ages 4 – 6
Learn basic tap steps, combinations and a short routine. Cost $75
Dates: Wednesdays, September 16 – November 4, 2009
Time: 5:45 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Program: 617004

Intro to Modern Dance, Ages 7 – 15
Learn the fundamentals of modern dance and practice group, solos, duos, and trios for the spring dance recital. Cost $75
Dates: Mondays, September 14 – November 9, 2009
Time: 6:45 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Program: 627004

High School Musical Jazz, Ages 7 – 15
Learn the latest High School Musical jazz steps, turns, leaps, and hip-hop combinations for a routine to your favorite music. Cost $75
Dates: Wednesdays, September 16 – November 4, 2009
Time: 7:15 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Program: 627003

Nutcracker Sweeties Dance Workshop, Ages 6-9
Explore the magic of “The Nutcracker” through dance, music, art and the creation of dance related crafts and costume accessories. Cost of $90 includes craft and costume rental fee.
Dates: Wednesdays, September 16 – November 4, 2009

Ages 4 – 6
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. Program: 617005

Ages 6 – 9
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. Program: 627001

Performance Dance Troupe, Ages 8+
Provides pre–teens and teens with the opportunity to learn antique forms of dance and perform in full period costume at selected venues in the community. Step back in time and perform minuets, polkas, Edwardian waltzes and more. Cost of $95 includes craft and costume rental fee.
Dates: Mondays, September 14 – November 9, 2009
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. Program: 627002

Adult Belly Dance, Ages 18+
Tone abs, thighs, hips, waist and arms through fun, low impact Egyptian Belly Dance, using dance veils and finger cymbals. No dance experience necessary. Cost $75
Dates: Wednesdays, September 16 – November 4, 2009
Time: 8:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. Program: 677001