Gwendolyn Bye Dance Center552

This highly regarded dance center offers instruction in a large range of dance styles, including Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Musical Theater, Ethnic, Hip-Hop, and Funk. Exercise classes are also offered with Exercise with Dance leading the way. Classes are offered daily and private and group lessons are arranged as needed.

Incorporated into the dance center is the Children's School of Performing Arts. The school offers comprehensive training in dance with a strong emphasis on classical ballet and modern dance.

The curriculum provides training for students who may wish to pursue a performing arts career or for those who dance for enjoyment and exercise. The center is known for providing a supportive environment for all of the students, regardless of goals.

Summer programs are available beginning in June through the end of July. Children may register for two to six weeks of sessions. The Performing Arts Summer Camp offers full or half-day options with a choice of morning or afternoon. Geared to children ages seven to twelve, the program focuses on dance techniques for beginners to advanced students. Arts and crafts time is offered to those attending the full-day or afternoon sessions only. A performance is given by the students at the end of July. Children must be registered for the last four weeks of the program to participate.