Fall 2020 class dates announced
We are delaying registration until we have a clearer picture of if, when, and how we would be able to hold dance classes.
The Acton Woman’s Club is pleased to announce the dates of its Fall 2020 Friday night youth dance classes, starting Friday, September 11th. Online registration for the popular fall series, nearing its 70th year, will open this summer when we have a clearer idea of whether we will be able to have classes. These “seriously fun” classes offer students the opportunity to learn classic moves from a variety of dance styles as well as real-world social skills (so important for digital natives).
For nearly 70 years, the Acton Woman’s Club has offered this dance series as an exciting Friday evening out for thousands of youth in grades 5 through 10 in the large upstairs hall of our historic clubhouse. Students learn a variety of dance styles including the Fox Trot, Tango, Waltz, Swing, and the Cha-Cha during a series of nine weekly classes while also honing their real life, face-to-face communication skills. The course is taught by a professional dance instructor, Mr. Douglas Trudeau.
As a non-profit, charitable social club in the Historic Center of Acton, The Acton Woman’s Club has sponsored this activity for generations as a community enrichment service for local youth and families. The Dance Classes also generate funds that promote the AWC’s philanthropic activities — including donations to local non-profits and high school scholarships, while also helping to maintain its historic building.
Skills developed and practiced as a by-product of the fun dance classes include the importance of making a good first impression, being courteous, a firm handshake, eye contact, posture, self-confidence, and other etiquette tips.
We extend a warm welcome to students throughout the Metro West area, newcomers as well as returning students. Students may come from anywhere, though, given the word-of-mouth reputation of this popular series, most attendees come from the AB school system. This course is also great preparation for High School Socials; it will instill confidence in your child’s dance abilities to become a star of the party!
Instructor
The AWC Dance Classes are offered under the direction of professional dance teacher, Mr. Douglas Trudeau. Mr. Trudeau has been teaching etiquette and ballroom dance classes throughout the Boston area for 21 years with the Boston Assemblies, the largest and most successful network of professional social dance classes and etiquette instruction for children in the area. The Fall 2020 series will be Mr. Trudeau’s 9th season with the AWC.
Mr. Trudeau is also the founder and director of Showstoppers, a professional theatrical and travel company called Trudeau Theatrical Tours. During daytime hours, he is the Director of Fine Arts for the Waltham Public Schools. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Communications and Performing Arts and a Master’s degree in Education Administration.
Dates for 2020
- Sept. 11 and 25 (no classes September 18th in observance of Rosh Hashanah)
- Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
- Nov. 6 and 13
Class Times
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- 5:45-6:45 pm for 5th and 6th graders
- 7:00-8:00 pm for 5th and 6th graders
- 8:15-9:15 pm for 7th-10th graders
Cost
$155.00 for the series of classes.
2020 Registration for Dance Classes will open this summer, when we can get a clearer picture of what service we can provide.
You may pay by PayPal online or you may mail a check to PO Box 2253, Acton, MA 01720, within a week of online registration to secure your child’s spot.
If the Fall 2020 Dance Classes are cancelled, full refunds will be provided.
Admittance to classes will be first come, first served. The time and date of your registration is time-stamped once you submit your form.
Your child’s class will be confirmed by email within 2 weeks of your registration and payment.
Contact
If you have questions please contact us at awcactondanceclass@gmail.com
