MK Dance Center - Dance studio in Leominster, Massachusetts
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MK Dance Center

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435 Lancaster Street

Leominster, Massachusetts 01453

19 programs

About MK Dance Center

MK Dance Center, located in Leominster, Massachusetts, is a vibrant hub for dance education, founded by lifelong friends and Leominster natives Moriah Kelly-Hildreth and Kelly Pelkey. Dedicated to sharing their passion for dance, the center offers a comprehensive and diverse range of styles for students of all ages, from 18 months to adults, and experience levels. Our curriculum encompasses foundational techniques and specialized training in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical, Acrobatics, Musical Theater, and Ballroom. For our youngest dancers, the preschool movement program introduces the joy of movement, while 'Kid Combo Classes' for ages 4-8 blend Ballet, Tap, Acro, and Hip Hop. As students progress, specialized 'Dance Technique Classes' for ages nine and older delve into the intricacies of Ballet, Jazz, Tap, and Contemporary. We also feature dedicated 'Hip Hop/Acro Classes' and 'Acro' classes for various age groups, emphasizing safe skill development. Adults can enjoy diverse drop-in and session-based classes in Tap, Ballet, and Jazz, fostering a supportive and friendly environment. The esteemed faculty includes experienced instructors such as Moriah Kelly-Hildreth, specializing in Ballet, Pointe, and Contemporary; Kelly Pelkey, known for her Jazz and Tap classes; Amy Mellors, an Acrobatic Arts Certified Instructor; Michelle Luongo, with extensive experience in various genres; Blanche Waguespack, a seasoned Ballet instructor; and Luana Dias, who teaches Tap, Ballet, Jazz, and Hip-Hop. MK Dance Center emphasizes a fun, supportive, and enriching environment, aiming to be the premier destination for dance enthusiasts in the area and nurturing dancers' skills and passion.

Programs from MK Dance Center

19 programs available

Classes

BALLET (Weekly Drop-In)
$15.00

Weekly Drop-In
TAP (Weekly Drop-In)
$15.00

Weekly Drop-In
Acro 3

With a focus on safe skill development, this class will build on the foundation of gymnastics. Students will focus on flexibility, muscle control, concentration, and balance skills, with an emphasis on the fundamentals of acrobatics that enhance other dance techniques!

Acro 2*

With a focus on safe skill development, this class will build on the foundation of gymnastics. Students will focus on flexibility, muscle control, concentration, and balance skills, with an emphasis on the fundamentals of acrobatics that enhance other dance techniques!

Acro 1

With a focus on safe skill development, this class will build on the foundation of gymnastics. Students will focus on flexibility, muscle control, concentration, and balance skills, with an emphasis on the fundamentals of acrobatics that enhance other dance techniques!

HIP HOP

This class starts with a full warm-up working body isolations and stretching, and continues with a high energy dance combination set to popular Hip Hop and R&B music. Students will be able to share their own moves and improvise in a supportive and encouraging atmosphere.

CONTEMPORARY

A combination of ballet, jazz, and modern dance techniques, this is a stylized form of dance focusing on abstract and contrasting movement, improvisational dancing, and emotional expression. The basis of this class will be exploration of choreography.

TAP

The focus of this class is on the development of musicality and rhythm. Students will study the tap alphabet, and be able to tell the difference between such movements as a step, a stamp and a stomp, and a hop, a leap and jump. “Letters” of the alphabet will be combined to form steps and various combinations. Class work will begin at the barre and transition over to center work once proper weight placement is understood.

JAZZ

This class will begin with a full stretch, focusing on personal awareness of body movements and abilities. Use of isolation work and locomotive progressions include turns, kicks and leaps. Memorization skills will be improved while learning short combinations. Different movement themes will be explored through the introduction of various music styles such as blues, lyrical, fast and funky, and classical jazz.

BALLET

Ballet is the subject most encouraged to any student, as the technique learned in class translates to all other forms of dance. Barre work emphasizes alignment, poise, and proper execution of all steps. Center work emphasizes carriage of body, grace and fluidity, along with performance skills. Across the floor work incorporates jumps, leaps and turns.

"Hip Hop Hooray"

An upbeat and fun class designed to fulfill the younger dancer’s desire to bop and groove to the latest pop music. Kids will have a blast in this fast paced, high-energy class, and parents will appreciate the age-appropriate music and dance moves. A short warm up starts the class, then students move across the floor & on to dance combinations. The class ends with a “Freestyle Circle” or game & promises tons of fun! This class is a great addition for dancers also taking our Dance Kids 1 and Dance Kids 2 classes!

1hr weekly class
"Dance Kids 2" - Ballet/Tap/Jazz Combo

This class is a continuation of the Ballet/Tap Combo. Dancers will continue to progress in ballet and tap, while the introduction of jazz adds a more dynamic approach to movement. Isolation elements are the focus in the jazz class, along with more progression work and simple combinations.

1.5hr weekly class
"Dance Kids 1" - Ballet/Tap Combo

One half of class works on rhythm, musicality, and the basics of the tap alphabet. The other half of class, Ballet, works on simple barre work and classical positions, introducing steps that will then be combined into fun combinations. This class incorporates stretching, locomotive progressions, creative dancing, props, and partner work.

1hr weekly class
"Acro Kids" - Acro/Dance Combo

A fun tumble/dance class for the young dancer. Basic acrobatics skills combined with stretching, strengthening and locomotor movement. A great complement to Star Dancers or Dance Kids 1 for families looking for additional classes.

45min weekly class
"Star Dancers" - Ballet/Tap Combo

This class is a continuation of Dream Dancers for returning dancers and also a perfect introduction to movement for new four year old dancers. This one-hour class begins with tap & finishes the last half of the class with ballet. The addition of tap dance is a new approach to movement and coordination while discovering the joys of making music with your feet!

1hr weekly class
"Dream Dancers"

This basic ballet movement class is an introduction to classroom structure. Each class incorporates stretching, locomotive progressions and creative dancing. Props are used as teaching aides, creating a playful, yet educational atmosphere. This class works towards improving listening skills and developing classroom etiquette.

45min weekly class
"Teeny Dancers"
$12.00

The perfect class for your little mover! This class is open to dancers ages 2-3 who are ready to take class independently. We start with a greeting dance, then follow along as we explore dance movement using props such as scarves, wands, and hula hoops, as well as dance games!

30min weekly "Drop-In" class (Come when you can!)
"Dance With Me"
$12.00

An interactive dance class for our littlest dancers ages 18months-2yrs and one caregiver. Dancers & their grown ups start in a circle with a greeting dance, and then follow along as we explore movement using props such as scarves, wands, and hula hoops, as well as dance games!

30min weekly "Drop-In" class (Come when you can!)

Courses

JAZZ (6-week session)

6-week session

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact MK Dance Center?

Call MK Dance Center at (978) 537-1567 or visit http://www.mkdancecenter.com/.

What city is MK Dance Center in?

MK Dance Center is in Leominster, Massachusetts.

Is MK Dance Center affordable?

Yes, classes start at $12.

What are MK Dance Center's prices?

Classes at MK Dance Center range from $12 to $15.

What is MK Dance Center's phone number?

Reach MK Dance Center directly at (978) 537-1567.