Cecil Dancenter Newsletter

December 2025

STILL LOOKING FOR A GREAT HOLIDAY GIFT?

Children, teenagers and adults alike can all find a class that suits them! Give a Cecil Dancenter gift card in any denomination and we'll get your special friend or family member the perfect class. Don't forget we have specialty classes too!

• Toddler classes are a great way to give that special mom, dad, grandma, grandpa, etc. some time to spend with their little prince or princess as they enjoy a class together!

• Little feet move to the beat! Our 3- and 4- year-old classes are a great gift for those dancers who dream of lighting up the stage.

• Don't forget your Teens... put them in a class to keep them engaged and social.

GIVE YOURSELF THE GIFT OF A HEALTHY BODY

Find that strength with us! To live better you need mental, emotional, and physical strength which can all be found in our fitness program. We offer you the guidance you need to get started and the support you need to continue working towards a healthier you! Our Pilates classes are a great gift for that special someone you love.

• Pilates is held Mondays 10:30am-11:30am

ADULT DANCE CLASSES

If you can't make any of the Pilates classes, you can still get your sweat on and have some fun in one of our adult classes! Whether you are new or have danced in the past, we have a class for you.

Tuesdays

• Intermediate Jazz 7:15pm - 8:00pm Studio C
• Intermediate Tap 8:00pm - 8:45pm Studio C
• Beginner Hip Hop 8:45pm - 9:30pm Studio C
• Intermediate Hip Hop 8:45pm - 9:30pm Studio C

Wednesdays

• Pre-Intermediate Tap 2:00pm- 2:45pm Studio B

Thursdays

• Ballet 2 8:00pm - 9:00pm Studio B
• Beginner Ballet 8:15pm - 9:15pm Studio A

Fridays

• Beginner Jazz 8:30pm - 9:15pm Studio B

Studio Recitals: Creative Dance and Dance Basics recital opportunities will be held at our studios May 31 – June 4. To see the show day/time listings and costume ordering information, click here or check the lobby table for a copy. Costumes for these classes will have three options to choose from: purchase ($96), rent ($56), or rent to buy ($76) which includes the recital fee, a trophy and free admission to the show for all audience members. 

Elkton High School Recitals (Dance Fundamentals & up): Please mark your calendars now for June 6 and June 7.

• Costume Prices: Each class in the recital will be wearing a different costume. For example, students taking jazz and tap would need to purchase two separate costumes. Click here for the costume information form or find one on the lobby table.
• DISCOUNT PRICE is $96 per costume (paid by 12/19/25 - SAVE $15 per costume!)
• REGULAR PRICE is $111 per costume (final deadline is 1/10/26)
• Children's Combination Medley classes will perform in two dances, but only need to purchase one costume.
• Ballet technique classes will not perform in the recital
• Payment: Your child’s costume will NOT be ordered until your costume payment is received and your tuition is up to date. There are three options to pay for your costume/s
• make a payment online via your online account (where you log in to register and pay tuition)
• stop by the office during business hours to pay by cash, check or credit card. Please call before making a special trip to the studio.
• detach and return the form (distributed by your child’s teacher or on the lobby table or click the above link) along with a payment (cash/check/credit card) to one of our lobby drop boxes.
• Sizing your costumes: Our staff will be sizing costumes in class so be sure your student attends class between now and December 19 in order to be included in the initial round of costume orders. This is imperative to guarantee that your child’s costume will arrive in time for the recital as it can take up to 16 weeks for them to be delivered.
• Size Exchanges: Once costumes arrive, we will email the class letting them know that they will need to try them on in class that week; and, should a costume not fit at that time, we will order a new size at no extra charge. Students who are absent the day of costume try-ons, will have ONE week to stop in to the studio or exchange fees will apply.
• Receiving your costume: Costumes are shipped to our studio approximately 8-16 weeks after placing your order. 

VICTORIA WALPOLE MCWILLIAMS

Miss Victoria will be performing in The Nutcracker with Ballet Theatre of Maryland at Maryland Hall in Annapolis. For details & tickets visit https://www.balletmaryland.org/nutcracker

ABBY GOODMAN

Miss Abby will be performing in Oliver with Milburn Stone Theatre at Cecil College December 5-7 and December 12-14. For info & tickets call the box office at 410-287-1037 or click here for their website to buy online.

ABBY PINKERTON

Miss Abby is performing in the holiday classic The Nutcracker on Saturday, December 6 with Repertory Dance Theatre in Allentown, PA. Don’t miss this seasonal treat...purchase tickets at http://www.repertorydance.org/. 

PAIGE MICHAEL

In memory of our dancer Paige Michael, whose final show with us was the 2023 presentation of The Nutcracker, please consider donating towards the Paige Michael Foundation (click here for their Facebook page for more information). Paige will always be remembered for living happily, selflessly, and with a song in her heart! She loved dance, but even more, she loved being with her friends and building community at our studio.

ACCOUNT REMINDERS

• Auto pay account option: Keep forgetting to call in or log on for your tuition payments? Sign up for our auto-pay program and we'll take care of running your balance for you! All we need is your credit card on file and we'll send the payment through either per session when due or we can set up a monthly payment to draw on the first business day of each month. Contact us today to find out how to cross this chore off your list and put it on ours!
• Late payment fee: In order to ensure that families stay current in their payment of tuition fees, all accounts that are two weeks or more behind will incur a $15 late charge to their account per 7-week session. To mark your calendar for session start dates, click here for our session dates.
• Credit Card Fee: To avoid the 3% fee charged by the credit card company, you may drop off payment via cash or check prior to the auto run date for cards on file.

LOBBY DROP BOXES

Each lobby has a locked deposit box for you to drop off payments and/or paperwork when the office is closed. Please feel free to use this secure method to keep your account current and to return registration information.

INCLEMENT WEATHER

We DO NOT follow public school closings or county/state government offices for inclement weather. Please check our Facebook page or your email to see if classes have been canceled. If your child's class is canceled once due to inclement weather, you may make-up the class by attending an extra class at the same level or lower. If the same class is canceled more than once, a make-up class will be scheduled. Please keep in mind that many of our instructors do not live in Cecil County, so we may need to cancel classes if the roads are bad in their area. 

WE WANT YOU TO "LIKE US"

Keep up-to-date with general studio information by "liking" our Facebook page... click here. 

DRESS CODE

Please click here for information regarding our dress code for each of our dance styles. It is important that you dress appropriately so that the instructor can make sure your technique and form are correct. For classes requiring dance shoes we recommend purchasing those shoes at The Dance Station. Slippers found at Walmart or discount stores are not recommended as it's hard for the instructor to see if the foot is properly pointed.

NOTES ON ATTIRE: Although it is becoming more common to see professionals in the dance industry wearing crop tops, halters and sports bras, our studio requires dancers come to class dressed modestly with their torsos covered. We strive to promote a level of confidence that focuses on dance and not body image; therefore, students will be asked to change if they come to class exposing their torso. If you have any questions or concerns about this, please contact the office. Thank you for helping us to provide a family friendly atmosphere at Cecil Dancenter.

BALLET SLIPPER TIP

Please tuck your dancers ballet slipper laces underneath the top of the shoe. The lace may be cut shorter so it's more comfortable for your child (just make sure to double knot the lace). This provides a more aesthetic look for the mature dancer and for our younger dancers it helps the child/teacher to spend time on instruction rather than tying shoe laces.

PRIVATE LESSONS 

Private lessons are a great way for students to get personalized attention and individualized corrections. We have staff members available to give private dance lessons at a rate of $40-$92/hour. If you are interested in private lessons, please contact our office.

The Dance Station: Visit The Dance Station located next to studio C for all your dance wear needs. Their December special is 10% off all Nutcracker merchandise and ornaments. Hours: Monday thru Friday 11am till 7pm, Saturday 9am till 4pm, Sunday Closed. www.thedancestationllc.com; 443-674-8075