Instructor Diego Guzman joins Dancing on the Shore and Queen Anne’s County Arts Council offering a series of lessons in some of the hottest Latin dances around. Starting on Wednesday, October 13 and running through November 13, at 6 p.m., Guzman will teach beginner Bachata. Originating with the working class in the Dominican Republic, Bachata is a social yet romantic dance that simmers with themes of sadness and heartache. The deadline for registration is October 6. The class fee is $50 for members of the Queen Anne’s County Arts Council, or $55 for non members.

Following Beginner Bachata, popular Arts Council dance instructor and founder of Dancing on the Shore, Amanda Showell, will offer Smooth Review and Level I Argentine Tango at 7 and 8 p.m. Students signing up for more than one class per session will receive a discount.

Guzman began dancing at the age of six in Mexican Folklore dances. He developed a passion for dance studying under Showell while in high school in the United States. After intensive study Guzman joined Dancing on the Shore during the summer of 2010.

The Centre for the arts classes are designed to renew existing artistic interests, and to develop new skills. Registration materials are available at 206 South Commerce St. in Centreville, MD Tuesday-Friday from 9 am to 5 pm and Saturday from 10am to 2pm, or by calling 410-758-2520, online, www.arts4u.info, or request via email at exhibit@arts4u.info. The Centre receives support through a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council.

The Queen Anne’s County Arts Council, Inc., is a non-profit organization committed to promoting, expanding and sustaining the arts. Visit us on the web at www.arts4u.info