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Many of our Iowa Dance Camps offer Winter & Winter Break Dance Programs, Activities, Workshops & Classes starting in December, 2024.
Be sure to check the "Year-Round Programs and Other Camp Info" headings of each camp listing for specifics, or give any Dance Camp you're interested in a call to check on Winter & Winter Break dates, times and availability.
Many of our Dance Camps will be hosting Winter & Winter Break Reunions for their previous campers, and Winter & Winter Break Open Houses for interested new campers and families. Each camp is different, and some offer activities for the entire family.
Contact the camp(s) directly to see if there are any Camp Reunion or Open House Plans for December, 2024.
Looking for a Great Iowa Dance Day Camp? Look at each camp's TYPE OF CAMP description. Many of our Best Iowa Day Dance Camps also list their exact hours, and if they offer before and after camp activities.
Many of our Best Iowa Summer Dance Camps also offer Year Round Dance Camp Programs, Classes, and Activities. You should contact the camps you are interested in to see if they offer Fall, Winter and/or Spring Dance Programs, too.
Searching for Iowa Dance Camp Jobs? Many of our Best Dance Camps are now listing their 2025 Winter & Winter Break Camp Jobs, too. Look for the heading "Summer Camp Jobs" in each camp listing. You can also check any camp's website for their "Work at Camp" or "Winter & Winter Break Employment Opportunities" pages.
View ALL IA Camps with Winter & Winter Break Work & Leadership Training Opportunities.
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FEATURED DANCE CAMP
Camp Pillsbury
Owatonna, Minnesota
507-214-2200
Ages: 6-17 . Coed Campers. Overnight Camp. Day Camp.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Pillsbury is a unique summer camp for boys and girls ages 6 to 17. Strong offerings in Theater, Circus, Music, Dance, Sports, Magic, Technology, and more. More than 100 activities! Campers choose their activities daily, making each day special for each individual camper. Five, 2 WEEK sleepaway sessions begin June 14th to August 23rd. Enroll now at CampPillsbury.com.
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FEATURED DANCE CAMP
Brave Arts Theatre Workshop
Weston, Massachusetts
508-314-1792
Ages: 7-15 for day session, 11-18 for overnight session . Coed Campers. Overnight Camp. Day Camp.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Brave Arts is a musical theater summer program for all levels of performers taught by professional actors and musicians. We teach the skills of musical theater on-stage while building community and confidence one child at a time off-stage. Each session ends with a showcase of theater and pop/rock songs and dances, featuring special moments for all of our performers. Don’t be surprised if you hear your child saying, “There's no place like home" - their Brave Arts home!
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Visit Our YMCA Camp Wapsie Website
319-435-2577
camp[AT]crmetroymca.org
2174 Wapsie Y Road
Coggon, Iowa 52218
CAMPER AGES: 6-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): YMCA
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Wapsie is the place to help young people build the character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. With our deep tradition in camping, We strive to instill these underlying principles into each camper during their time at camp. Here at YMCA Camp Wapsie, we are: For Youth Development, For Healthy Living, and For Social Development. YMCA Camp Wapsie is an Accredited camp of the ACA, (American Camp Association).
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Horses/Equestrian, Basketball, Adventure, and more. Wapsie Offers Outdoor Skills Programs.
CAMP LOCATION: A half hour north of Cedar Rapids, Iowa
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CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial Assistance is available to families needing assistance through a short application process.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): WE also offer Family camps on Memorial and Labor Day weekends.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Wapsie is open year round for seasonal camps, Outdoor Environmental Education, Team-building and Retreats.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Check our website Our Camp Website Link: www.campwapsie.org for current infomration.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
YMCA Camp Wapsie hires counselors for our day and overnight summer camps along with specialty staff in the areas of Adventure trips. Equestrian, Food Service, Health Aquatics and Leadership programs.
Please contact the camp for complete jobs information.
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YMCA Camp Wapsie
Be sure to ask each Iowa Dance Camp about the amount of dance instruction and the overall intensity of their dance program.
Some Top Iowa Dance Camps offer rigorous daily dance training and lots of intensive dance experience. Other great Iowa Camps offer dance as an elective or recreational activity with much less training and intensity.
Visit Our Performing Arts Passport Camp Website
Iowa State University
Ames, Iowa 50011
CAMPER AGES: 8-12th Grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. June 9-14
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): 4-H
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: For one week we will dive into the art of storytelling through Devised Theater. This is a collaborative style of theater that uses each ensemble member’s unique skills and interests to create a one-of-a-kind performance experience. Participate in hands-on workshops in character creation, playwriting, movement, and more. Bring stories and topics that are important and interesting to you to inspire the theme of our collaborative project that will be performed outside at the end of the week!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Musical Theater, Theater, Music/Band, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We will be working/staying in a few buildings in the west part of Iowa State's campus, and will be performing on the Parks Library Lawn.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We will be using Iowa State University's facilities, including dorms, recreation centers, theatre classrooms, and dining centers.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: This camp will feature daily workshops throughout the week, led by Iowa State University students and alumni, and will culminate to a student-derived showcase performed on the Iowa State library lawn. We hope to teach that theatre can be done anywhere and with any resources, and hope to help campers become confident leaders within their own theater communities.
Immersed in Iowa State University’s campus, you will be staying within walking distance of the black-box theater and design lab workshop spaces. Come join us for a week of collaboration, creation, and exploration through the performing arts!
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial Aid can be attained through the Iowa 4-H website under "Funding for 4-H'ers", or can be found here: Our Camp Website Link: www.iowa4hfoundation.org
OTHER CAMP INFO: Final Performance: June 14 at Parks Library, Iowa State University
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.extension.iastate.edu for more information.
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Performing Arts Passport Camp
Some Iowa Dance Camps offer BOTH Day and Overnight Camp options. Be sure to check each camp's description under "TYPE OF CAMP" for complete information, and exact hours.
Some Iowa Dance Day Camps also offer Extended Camp Hours for Early Camper Drop-Off and Pick Up. If you need these services, you should contact the camp to confirm availability.
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Visit Our Lake Okoboji United Methodist Camp and Retreat Center Website
(866) 856-9862
info[AT]okobojicamp.com
21413 154th Street Place
Spirit Lake, Iowa 51360
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 4-Adult
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. We offer a range of events from day camps to week-long events. Please visit our website, www.okobojicamp.com, for more information.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian. United Methodist Camp.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Amusement Park Camp, Go-Kart Camp, Wild Okoboji Water, Dance Camp, Teen Week.
CAMP LOCATION: Just off the shores of West Lake Okoboji lies over 100 beautiful acres of camp, conference and retreat opportunities in the heart of the Iowa Great Lakes Vacationland! Since 1915, the ministry at Okoboji has changed hearts and lives! All camping events encourage campers to learn, play, experience God's love in the outdoors, grow in faith in a safe atmosphere, and to reach their personal best! Campers and Guests enjoy wonderful food service, air-conditioned/heated facilities, cutting edge programming, the opportunity to grow in faith & leadership, and warm Christian hospitality from trained staff.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Whether it's a large group function, a family reunion, a school or church retreat, a youth group lock-in, or just a quiet get-away to the lakes, we offer comfortable accommodations at affordable rates...year-round!
Lake Okoboji United Methodist Camp & Retreat Center can meet all YOUR needs for a stay in the lakes area. If you have any further questions, would like to schedule your retreat, or want to check on availability, please call toll free 1.866.856.9862. or email us.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: At Okoboji Camp, we are excited to be a place where traditional camp activities like archery, swimming and campfires are blended with exciting adventure activities like go-karts, rock climbing and Rock-A-Boji.
More than just dynamic programs, however, all camping events at Okoboji are designed to create an environment where Christ�s message is shared in word and deed. For many youth and adults, time away at camp is a time where faith can be developed in a safe, comfortable place under the guidance of caring Christian staff.
If you'd like to know more about our summer programs, visit Our Camp Website Link: www.okobojicamp.com.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camping.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Year-round activities.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For more complete information about our summer programs, visit Our Camp Website Link: www.okobojicamp.com
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Lake Okoboji United Methodist Camp and Retreat Center
Visit Our Camp Hantesa Website
515-432-1417
michael[AT]campfireiowa.org
1450 Oriole Rd.
Boone, Iowa 50036
CAMPER AGES: 5 - 18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Camp Fire
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Musical Theater, Theater, Music/Band, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Fine Arts/Crafts, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Football, Science, Technology, Academics, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located five miles south of downtown Boone, IA adjacent to Ledges State Park. We have over 140 acres of beautiful wooded land. This is the perfect place to experience natures beauty.
CAMP FACILITIES: We have over 25 cabins. The crown jewel of the cabin is the beautiful Clayton Lodge. Camp Hantesa also features a ropes course and climbing wall, an equestrian program featuring 14 horses, 2 riding arenas, and abundant pasture land. We also have a swimming pool with a zero entry section for those not as comfortable in the water.
We are proud of our multiple hiking trails, our archery and riflery ranges, our arts center, our drama building, our star observation deck, and our two science and nature centers. We also have the capabilities of hosting groups for conferences, team building retreats, overnight stays, and weddings.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We are an American Camp Association accredited camp.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have a 2 week leadership council program for 9th and 10th graders. We also offer a 4 week apprentice program for 11th and 12th graders.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer need-based scholarships.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We have day camps all 12 months of the year, we also have overnight options in October, December, January, and March.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
We have several day camp and sleep-away options for youth grades 1-12, including equestrian day and overnight camp options. Please see our website for more information, at Our Camp Website Link: www.hantesa.com
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Camp Hantesa
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Visit Our Camp Tanager Day Camp Website
319-286-4510
319-363-0681
campmail[AT]tanagerplace.org
1614 West Mount Vernon Road
Mount Vernon, Iowa 52314
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
2309 C Street SW
Cedar Rapids, IA. 52314
CAMPER AGES: 6-11
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Tanager offers 9 one-week themed day camp programs for kids 6-11 years! Campers will enjoy traditional camp activities while learning new skills and making new friends. Our highly trained staff put kids first helping them build skills and gain confidence in a safe and nurturing environment. Our 'Free to Choose' Electives program gives kids programming choice throughout the camp week.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Music/Band, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Fine Arts/Crafts, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Soccer, Basketball, Football, Team Sports, Science, Technology, and more. Gaga Ball, 9 Square
CAMP LOCATION: Camp Tanager is located 10 minutes from Cedar Rapids.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Tanager features 8 traditional wooden cabins for overnight campers, a heated outdoor pool, recreation/dining hall, indoor and outdoor basketball courts, soccer fields, baseball field, sand volleyball court, gaga ball pits, wooded trail with creek and an archery range.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Tanager is celebrating it's 90th year. Our goal is to provide the best possible camp experience for our campers. Camp Tanager staff work with our campers to help them gain skill and independence, become better teammates and build on friendships within the cabin group. All staff go through a rigorous 6 day residential training program, are background checked and have completed CPR and First Aid prior to the campers arrival.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Weekly sessions begin June 12, 2017. Cost per camp session is $175/week. Early bird pricing through March 31 - save $15 per week.
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Camp Tanager Day Camp
http://www.midiowacouncilbsa.org/
Mid-Iowa Council
6123 Scout Trail
Des Moines, Iowa 50321
515-266-2135
800-999-7268
midiowa.councilbsa[AT]bsamail.org
For more info visit the website.
MORE IOWA SUMMER DANCE CAMPS ARE COMING SOON. YOU CAN CHOOSE ANOTHER STATE FROM THE LIST BELOW.
IOWA DANCE CAMP OWNERS & DIRECTORS: If you would like to submit your camp for listing in our 2024 Best Iowa Summer Dance Camps Directory, please click on the "SUBMIT YOUR CAMP" link above.
IOWA DANCE CAMP PARENTS & CAMPERS: If you are looking to find info on how to choose the best summer camp to attend this summer, please check out our 2024 GUIDE TO CHOOSING THE BEST SUMMER DANCE CAMP for some great camp research tips and lots of important 2024 summer camp info.
In addition to our 2024 Iowa Summer Dance Camps Directory we have also created quite a few SPECIAL INTEREST CAMP DIRECTORIES, and have included brief descriptions of these and links to their dedicated websites on the 2024 CAMP GUIDE page.
You can go directly to any of our other 2024 Special Interest Camp Directories from the list in the black bar at the bottom of this page.
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