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Miss Bev's Dance Classes & Baton Twirling Begin Next Week

Classes begin next week, programs range for kids ages 20 months-12 years!​

Check our dance classes that got this kind of fantastic review: "Miss Bev is incredible! She is so patient and kind and nurturing! Even when the little girls were being two year olds, Miss Bev went with the flow and got them back on task. She is incredible! Loved this program!" Classes begin next week, programs range for kids ages 20 months-12 years!

Baby Ballet
Ages 20 months-3 years
This dance class for toddlers is designed to give even the youngest dancers the opportunity to experience the “joy of dance and movement.” Dance basics and techniques are taught in a shortened, age appropriate manner. Dancers should wear leotard, tights, and comfortable shoes of their choice.
#175 Mon, begins Jan 23, 4:00-4:30 pm
8 classes, $60, limit 15

#176 Mon, begins April 3, 4:00-4:30 pm
6 classes, $60, recital fee included

Ballet & Tap
Ages 3-12
The first twenty minutes is devoted to basic ballet, body movements, and body positions; the second half includes introduction to tap dancing. Class is geared towards individual’s ability. Wear leotard and tights. Students must buy their own tap and ballet shoes which can be purchased at local dance stores.
Ages 3-5
#173 Mon, begins Jan 23, 4:30-5:15 pm
8 classes, $60, limit 15

#174 Mon, begins April 3, 4:30-5:15 pm
6 classes, $60, recital fee included

Ages 6 & 7
#177 Mon, begins Jan 23, 5:15-6:00 pm
8 classes, $60, limit 15

#178 Mon, begins April 3, 5:15-6:00 pm
6 classes, $60, recital fee included

Ages 8-12
#370 Wed, begins Jan 25, 4:30-5:15 pm
8 classes, $60, limit 15

#371 Wed, begins April 5, 4:30-5:15 pm
6 classes, $60, recital fee included

Performance Dance
Ages 8-12
This class is for dancers that have performed in a minimum of three of Miss Bev’s performances prior. Students will have the opportunity to experience contemporary/modern jazz dance as well as smaller group, duet, and trio choreography. To qualify for this class, dancers must also be registered for class #370 or #371.
#391 Wed, begins Jan 25, 5:15-6:00 pm
8 classes, $60, limit 15
#392 Wed, begins April 5, 5:15-6:00 pm
6 classes, $60, recital fee included

Baton Twirling
Ages 5-12
Class will cover baton twirling basics with an emphasis on fun and learning. Students will develop coordination and rhythmic skills through twirling basics such as rolls, twirls, and basic marching and maneuvering techniques. Majorettes may order batons at first class.
#393 Wed, begins Jan 25, 6:00-6:30 pm
8 classes, $60, limit 15
#394 Wed, begins April 5, 6:00-6:30 pm
6 classes, $60, recital fee included

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Instructor: Beverly Nollet, “Miss Bev”

Miss Bev’s Dance Recital Children may only participate in the spring recital if they’ve completed both the January & April classes. Participation in the January sessions is a prerequisite for enrollment in April sessions. The date and location of the recital is TBA. Tickets will be available in the spring through Miss Bev.

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Register at AndoverREC.com or call 978-623-8274.

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