There is a new dance squad among us, and they are turning heads while molding the hearts of our local young ladies in many different ways. The Mini Bison Belles, Sumner County's first dance team, has quickly become an established dance team for local girls in grades 3-5 and has focused on the empowerment of today’s young ladies. Inspired by a deep love for dance and a desire to support the community, the Mini Bison Belles’ mission and initiatives aim to fill a gap in local dance programs to support and enhance the successes of already established middle and high school dance teams in our area. The national championship win by Station Camp High School's dance team last year was a powerful inspiration for many of these young dancers, who are able to tangibly see a path of elevating their dance opportunities as they grow older and enter middle and high school programs themselves.
With over 40 girls trying out in the first year for the Mini Belles, the local community's enthusiasm and interest has exploded around the young dance group. Leveraging social media and a strong, local support network, the Mini Belles offer an accessible entry into dance for girls of all experience levels who want to grow, learn and succeed. The current program promotes personal growth through dance, and it teaches vital life skills for young women, such as time management, teamwork and self confidence.
While their season runs from June to October, the Mini Belles have ambitious plans to keep dancers engaged year-round through active community involvement on many different fronts. Their commitment to continuous growth and community connection promises to inspire and uplift current and future dancers of all ages.
Mini Bison Belles Quick Facts
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Led by Head Dance Coach, Melissa Gay
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Currently open to Sumner County girls in grades 3-5
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Practice and competition season runs from June to October
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The first and only program of its kind in Sumner County
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Instruction strives to encourage early participation in dance for girls of all ages, abilities and experience levels
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Bridges the gap in dance between younger dancers and future middle and high school dance teams
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Station Camp High School’s Bison Belles Dance Team regularly works with and assists with practices and performances for their Mini Belles counterparts
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The Mini Belles are funded and supported by local community partners, friends and family, and various fundraisers throughout the year
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