Movement and making classes for kids now open at Marion Art Center

MARION — The Marion Art Center is now offering art and dance classes for 2- to 12-year olds. 

Early Release Camp. The MAC will offer a half-day camp for kids aged 6 to 12 who have been released early from Sippican School on Oct. 9.

The camp will run from 12:20 to 3 p.m., and will focus on wild art. Campers will explore the animal kingdom through paint, clay, collage and more. 

Each project is inspired by a different creature and introduces a new art technique, from texture-making to color mixing. No art experience is needed, just a love of critters and a willingness to get a little messy.

Classes cost $75 for MAC members and $85 for nonmembers. For more information and to register, visit marionartcenter.org/art-lab.

Dance Academy. The MAC Dance Academy is a classically-taught dance studio that fosters individuality and fun for children aged 2.5 to 9. 

The art center offers two programs with instruction in ballet, tap, jazz, and also touches on contemporary, hip-hop and gymnastics.

The kinderstep class is for children aged 2.5 to 5. The class is an introduction to ballet, tap, and basic tumbling with a strong focus on movement and music. This class is designed to be exploratory and fun, giving young dancers the freedom to express themselves, whether they’re following along or dancing to their own beat. 

The cost per 12-week session is $225 for MAC members and $260 for nonmembers

The elementary dance and tumbling class is for 5- to 9-year-old kids who are ready to explore ballet and tap and build basic tumbling skills in a more structured yet fun environment. 

Teachers provide instruction in classical dance, paired with fun games and creative activities to keep young dancers engaged and excited. 

The cost per 12-week session is $290 for MAC members and $330 for nonmembers. 

For more information and to register for either class, visit. marionartcenter.org/mac-dance-academy.