Best Ohio Dance Camps Summer 2024-25 Directory

CAMP FACILITIES: 2 spacious studios, bathrooms, parent waiting area, front lobby

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: A one-week summer workshop built for current BTM Preparatory Ballet I Students and prospective BTM students ages 8-10 to work on developing and progressing in the fundamentals of classical ballet technique. Dancers will also have an opportunity to enjoy learning the basics of other dance styles to include tap and musical theater.

The workshop will conclude with a Friday Performance for family and friends to see choreography and other lessons the dancers have learned throughout the week.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Monday - Friday: 1:30 - 4:30 PM

Tuition = $185 + $15 registration fee

Our Camp Website Link: www.ballettheatremidwest.com

CAMP FACILITIES: 5 cabins with 4 units each plus two counselor rooms. Each unit sleeps 11 for a total of 44 in each cabin. A lodge with 12 rooms and 2 apartments. Fellowship hall with full lighting and sound systems. Dining hall with complete kitchen. Nurse's station with 6 patient rooms. 2 athletic fields, archery range, 2 basketball courts, nature and petting zoo, human foosball and gaga pit, ropes course, hiking trails, camping area, beach, volleyball court, and a whole lot more.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: American Camp Association accredited and Christian Camp Association accredited. Camp NEOSA primarily serves underprivileged and low-income children from Cleveland and the Northeast Ohio area from Zanesville to Toledo and nearby. Each of 8 weeks of camp is themed and includes and Christian based message that is the driving force behind all activities and program. Each week ends with a "Jesus Theater" which allows campers to experience the life, death and resurrection of Jesus as portrayed by various staff and counselors. This ends in fellowship hall where our message of Salvation is driven home by our Camp Director who is an ordained minister of the Salvation Army and campers are given an opportunity to pray and accept Christ.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our Grace Team program is for 15-17 year old teens who are actively involved in their corps ministry and show an interest in leadership and ministry.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Sessions start mid June and go through mid August. Contact your local Salvation Army for more information.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
To apply for a summer job at Camp NEOSA, please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.campneosa.org and complete a new staff application.  If you have any questions, please contact Randall Evans at randall.evans[AT]use.salvationarmy.org.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please Refer to Website for Session Dates

CAMP FACILITIES: 2 spacious studios, girls and boys restrooms, parent waiting area, lobby

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 17 - June 21:Circus Spectacular
June 24 - June 28: Exploring the Zoo
August 5 - August 9: Stars on Broadway

Visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.ballettheatremidwest.com

Each camp $185, $15 registration applied only once per year

CAMP FACILITIES: Facilities vary depending on location.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The mission of US Performing Arts Camps is to promote and develop the growth of performing artists in America.

US Performing Arts Camps is considered the premier top tier summer program for training young people in the arts. Our programs are taught by the university or college departments and their professional faculty and guest professionals in their fields.

US Performing Arts offers programs in Animation, Computer Animation, Costume design, Directing, Film-making (including 4K High-definition), Dance, Hip Hop Dance, Musical Theater, Play-writing, Sit Com Writing, Sit Com Acting, Singing, Voice-over work for animation, movies and games, and we started the first College Audition Boot Camps for high school students.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: A limited number of partial scholarships are available through US Performing Arts. US Performing Arts will also work with parents on payment plans.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: College Audition Boot Camp for High School Seniors held in October-November.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Programs typically run June to August. Dates vary by program. Please see our website for specific program dates, or call our office at (888) 497-3553.

CAMP FACILITIES: Eight large cabins, outdoor pool, boathouse/lake, indoor recreation pavilion/dining hall, tree house, outdoor sports field, high & low ropes course, archery range, paintball range, tennis/basketball courts, nature/hiking trails.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Since 1929, Camp Ho Mita Koda is the nation’s first and oldest camp for children living with diabetes. Surrounded by 72 wooded acres in Newbury, Ohio, Camp Ho Mita Koda offers diabetes management in an active and supportive environment specifically designed for children to have fun, make new friends and learn about diabetes. With over 85 years of camping experience, on-site trained medical team oversees the diabetes management of each camper along with a registered dietitian plans meals and snacks. Camp Ho Mita Koda is proud to be accredited by the American Camp Association, complying with 300 national health, safety and program quality standards. To learn more about Camp Ho Mita Koda please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.camphomitakoda.org.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT is a special program for former campers (age 16 and 17 yeas) that may want to be a counselor at Camp Ho Mita Koda in the future. If you are applying to become a CIT at Camp, it is important to understand that you are applying for a position of increasing responsibility and requiring a commitment to Camp. While camp offers an excellent social component, this cannot be the focus of an individual participating in the CIT program. Campers are the focus of this experience

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: To help ensure that all children have the chance to attend residence camp, camperships (financial assistance) are available to qualifying families. We are grateful to our donors for ensuring that each eligible camper has the opportunity to experience the joy of summer camp and the feeling of belonging that comes with a session a Camp Ho Mita Koda.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp May 20th- 12:00pm-4:00pm (Ages 4-10) $50/per parent and $25 per sibling.

Family Adventure Overnight camp (don't have to have diabetes)
June 17th-June 19th and June 21st through 23rd-
$200 per parent, $100 per chil

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Oct: Halloween Carnival
Nov: Movie Night at Camp
Dec: Santa Workshop
Jan: Camper Reunion
April: Spring Egg Hunt

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:

Session I- Type 1 and 2 only: June 25th- June 30th
(Ages 8-11) $500

Session IA Day Camp- July 5th- July 6th, July 7th
(Ages 5-11) $150 for all 3 days or $100 per day.

Session II- Type 1 and 2 Only- July 9th- 14th (Ages 12-15) $500.00

Session III- Type 1 and 2 Only- July 16th- July 28th ( Age 12-15) $1000

Teen Program Sept. 23-24 (Ages 14-17) $85

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
For summer camp job openings at Camp Ho Mita Koda, apply online at Our Camp Website Link: www.diabetespartnership.org.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 2 dormitories that can sleep up to 400, a dining hall, full size gym and a swimming pool.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We will work with you to ensure your camp is a success!

CAMP FACILITIES: The studios have three classrooms so camps are happening at the same time. There is a waiting area for parents if they wish to stay and have lunch with many of the campers. Dave's grocery store and several restaurants are nearby for dancers to grab a lunch with adult supervision.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Students can participate in the camp program culminating in an open house performance at the end of the session.

*Twirling Tots (ages 3-5); Young Dancers (ages 6-8; ); include ballet, introductions to jazz, and tap, crafts and music all based on the Theme of the week like Under the Sea, Sleeping Beauty and more .

* The Level I Camp (ages 9-12), meets five days a week, is designed for ages 8 and up as novice or some experience and consists of ballet, jazz, modern, conditioning, musical theater, choreography, dance history and film, career talks and museum visits.

* The Level II Camp meets five days a week, is designed for ages 11 and up with three or more years of experience and consists of ballet, jazz, modern, yoga, Pilates, musical theater, choreography, classical variations, dance or history and film, career talks, museum visits and rehearsals for the end of summer performance.

* The Intermediate/Advance Camp is for dancers seriously training to advance forward with their technique and includes ballet, jazz, modern, pointe, yoga, Pilates, classical variations, musical theater, dance history and film, career talks, museum visits, and rehearsals for the end of session performance.

*Students should make an appointment for a placement evaluation to ascertain the appropriate level for the summer course.

In July & August we offer 5-weeks of camps including Twirling Tots (ages 3-5); Young Dancers (ages 6-8; ) as mentioned above. The intensives for ages 8-21 including intermediate/advance work to build technique, artistry and friendships with ballet, pointe if appropriate, conditioning, jazz, modern, musical theater, dance history and film, classical variations, choreography, career talks and visits to museums.

The Musical Theater is offered on Fridays only.
Extended day until 5:00pm if offered for no additional charge.

Dancers taking camps that run until 2:30 pm or 3:30 pm, also receive dance history and film, career talks, opportunities to visit area museums, performance in
August and more!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Limited scholarships are only available for the fall. Applications are due in August.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: 8After school and weekend classes year round for ages 3-70's in ballet, boys' ballet, jazz, tap, modern, tap, hip-hop, musical theater and more.

Performing opportunities include dancing with City Ballet of Cleveland's "Uniquely Cleveland Nutcracker" and end of year shows and outreach performances. The audition is the second Saturday in September.

For the serious student the option to audition for the Ballet Company which is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit. The audition for the company is in May. Please visit the website for more information Our Camp Website Link: www.cityballetofcleveland.org

OTHER CAMP INFO: For students with experience and uncertain about class placement, please call to set up a class for evaluation 216-295-2222.

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CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Join us for two weeks in June and/or five-weeks starting in July and running through mid-August. You can chose to take one to five weeks. Register early by May and receive $20 off the tuition.

Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.clevelandcitydance.com or call 216-295-2222, City Ballet of Cleveland (non-profit performing company) or visit Our Camp Website Link: www.cityballetofcleveland.org.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Winds- Whether leaders or first-time marchers, students learn movement fundamentals, musicianship, and communication strategies.

Percussion- Members practice and refine marching percussion fundamentals, including practical applications of tempo skills, communication, and leadership strategies.

Color Guard- Flag and Rifle students learn and refine movement and equipment techniques and apply those skills in our show choreography while marching.

Drum Majors- Drum majors learn conducting and score study fundamentals, utilize opportunities to conduct live musicians, practice giving music/visual feedback, and gain leadership and communication skills.

Our staff has decades of experience orchestrating & executing clinics, and we are proud to bring our vision into our very own summer clinic program. Students at Spark Summer Clinics experience research-based educational practices applied to a short marching band show. Students learn to be a productive part of an ensemble in less than a week while elevating their technique for their section. We utilize experiential learning to grow and develop applicable skills for any marching band member, no matter their level of previous experience. Through our show production, we are focused on performer excellence and confidence to ensure that skills transfer through to their upcoming season!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Clinic fees are $400 per student. A $75 deposit is required to secure your spot. The last day to register is Friday, May 26, 2023. Please visit our website to register!

CAMP FACILITIES: Students will be housed in one of the dorms on Grace College campus. Most rooms have two to four beds. There are four dorms located on campus. The William Male building houses the tech team offices as well as our costume shop, stage/prop workshop, and editing equipment. There are public tennis and basketball courts available to students as well as a public beach in the Winona Lake Park, only a short walk from campus. Kayaks and canoes are also available for rental through the Winona Lake Park. The Alpha Dining Hall comfortably seats our over 300 staff, faculty, and students. All meals will be served in Alpha.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: MasterWorks is an intensive four-week festival for advanced and passionate students of music, film acting, and theater. Each year 250 students from around the globe participate in this unique festival that combines artistic excellence and biblically sound teaching. Students and a faculty of 90 live and work on the beautiful campus of Cedarville University, which is located in the charming and historic community of Cedarville, Ohio.

At MasterWorks, a wide variety of Christian backgrounds unite to glorify God in their art and grow deeply in their faith. Spiritual highlights include topical Bible studies for performers, faculty devotionals, and Sunday worship services. Prayer is an integral part of rehearsals, classes, and performances.

Some of the world's finest performers have been a part of MasterWorks including Midori, Christopher Parkening, Rebecca Wright, Jeanette Clift George, John Dalley, Lawrence Dutton, John Kirby, Anne Martindale Williams, David Hardy, Doug Yeo, Hugh Sung, Steve Rooks, Jimmy Sites, Christine Smith, Steve Hendrickson, John Nelson, Phil Smith, Paula Robison, Stephen Clapp, the Ying String Quartet, and many others.

MasterWorks offers the following programs to advanced students ages 14-26: � Orchestral/chamber music studies Piano � Wind intensive studies (WISP) �String intensive studies (SISP)� Vocal intensive studies (VISP)� Theatre � Film Acting �Choral �Technical internships

The MasterWorks Festival culminates in more than 40 free public concerts including 2 weekly orchestral performances, a fully staged theater production, piano recitals, chamber music recitals, concerti with guest artists, as well as Faculty Recitals, the Student Honors Recital, the Concerto Competition, and numerous community performing opportunities.

Admission to MasterWorks requires an audition. Join us this summer as we pursue artistic excellence and spiritual growth!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
The Festival runs from June 19-July 17, 2014.
Choral Program: $150 USD (3days)
All other programs: $3600* USD (4 weeks)

For a complete list of fees please visit Our Camp Website Link: masterworksfestival.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
The Technical Internship Program is for dedicated and passionate individuals seeking development in the areas of technical and festival production, as well as integrating faith and the arts. Tech internships enable students to meet and work with leading professionals in the performing arts industry while gaining hands-on experience with technical production.

For Summer 2016 we have various positions available. Please contact us for details.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have a 20+ acre campus, tennis courts, indoor swimming pool, playground, community garden, multiple playing fields, outdoor track and so much more!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp JCC is designed for campers of all ages and interests, regardless of ethnic and religious background. Our social and friendly atmosphere energizes campers each morning as they start their days with smiles and excitement. All of our camp offerings engage skill-based learning through fun, laughter, athletics, creativity, and so much more.

Camp families are able to design their summer experience through our flexible scheduling. We offer weekly sessions, three-day weeks and full summer discounts to ensure that every family’s needs are met.

Our Camp JCC Team is committed to giving your child amazing experiences that make for an unforgettable summer. Call us and we will be happy to help you design a schedule that best fits you and your camper’s needs. We look forward to speaking with you and can’t wait for summer 2016 at Camp JCC.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leader In Training Program for campers entering grades 9-10

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We offer monthly afterschool programs and educational programs throughout the year.Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.jccyoungstown.org.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website and camp brochure for more complete information. You can also contact us at any time via phone or email.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: This year, we are reintroducing our Summer Scholars Camp for middle and high school girls who would like to take a bow on stage or sharpen their academic skills. We’ve also expanded our Summer Sports Camp to include opportunities for girls to further develop their skills in basketball, soccer, tennis and volleyball. For those attending our Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten Camp and our Elementary School Camp, both are now open to boys and girls. All of the programs will allow our campers to challenge themselves, build self-confidence, leadership, communication, responsibility and resourcefulness, all essential for success throughout life.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For camp brochures and complete information, go to our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.theelms.org.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please see our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.hilliardmusicacademy.com for more information about our seasonal camps.

CAMP FACILITIES: 2 spacious studios, bathrooms, parent waiting area, front lobby, free parking

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We invite pre-professional ballet dancers to join us this summer for the NEW FORMAT of BTM's Summer Intensive study. This year's workshop will afford the dancer with the opportunity to participate in an intense study of the Principles of Classical Ballet which pay dividends.

Whether studying for a career in ballet, the simple joy of ballet study, or preparing for an audition; dancers will enjoy working hard and progressing in their technique while still having time to enjoy their summer break!

OTHER CAMP INFO: Ballet experience required.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 8 - August 2
Monday - Thursday: 9:00-3:00 PM
Friday: 9:00-12:00 PM

Tuition Information:
1 week = $300
2 weeks = $600
3 weeks = $850
4 weeks = $1,100
Registration fee = $15

Visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.ballettheatremidwest.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For camp dates and pricing please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.cgicolumbus.com

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Inlet’s Summer Dance Intensive…Teaching Much More Than Dance.

Inlet’s annual Summer Dance Intensive (SDI) is the perhaps the best example of the company’s mission of “using dance to further people”. Students of various ages, races, skill sets and socio-economic backgrounds travel to Cleveland from international & regional locations to learn about dance, alongside local talent. The award-winning Inlet educational model is renowned for instilling lessons in teamwork, trust, respect, empathy, self-discipline, social interaction and self-confidence within students. During the 4.5 week program, Inlet SDI students not only receive premier training in dance technique and performance, but also discover a period of personal growth and character development.

Curriculum
> Modern Technique (Erick Hawkins-based release technique)
> Pilobolus-based Nontraditional Partnering
> Performance Improvisation
> Collaborative Choreographic Process (the dance-making process that Inlet employs)

Program culminates in performances at Cain Park Evans Amphitheater (Cleveland Heights, OH), where students will premiere an ensemble piece, an all-male or all-female piece, as well as performing a live improvisation alongside the company.

SDI Faculty
Faculty for the Summer Dance Intensive is comprised of the professional dancers and instructors of Inlet Dance Theatre, including Founder and Executive/Artistic Director Bill Wade.

Schedule (Mon-Fri, 9:00am - 4:00pm)

Inlet’s Summer Dance Intensive…Teaching Much More Than Dance.

Inlet’s annual Summer Dance Intensive (SDI) is the perhaps the best example of the company’s mission of “using dance to further people”. Students of various ages, races, skill sets and socio-economic backgrounds travel to Cleveland from international & regional locations to learn about dance, alongside local talent. The award-winning Inlet educational model is renowned for instilling lessons in teamwork, trust, respect, empathy, self-discipline, social interaction and self-confidence within students. During the 4.5 week program, Inlet SDI students not only receive premier training in dance technique and performance, but also discover a period of personal growth and character development.

Students will be divided into groups based on age and technical ability.
*Sample Day*
9-10:30am: Technique Class
10:30am-12pm New Work Rehearsal
12-12:45pm: Lunch Break
1-2pm: New Work Rehearsal
2-3pm: Improvisation
3-4pm: Nontraditional Partnering

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Contact the Inlet office for more details.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:

4.5 Weeks: June 27th - July 27th, 2018 - $1250

2.5 Weeks: June 27th - July 13th, 2018 - $550

Students may also participate in the morning technique classes (9:30-11am) in a drop in basis. A 10 class card is available for $150, or Single classes for $15/each.

Our Camp Website Link: www.inletdance.org

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 4 air conditioned dorms, 2 having 25 bunks each and 2 with 50 bunks each; plus 6 cabins having 6 bunks each. Four of the cabins are heated/air conditioned. There are 24 RV/tent camp sites of which 13 include 30/50 amp electric, water, sewer and trash service. The remaining 11 have 20/30 amp electric, water and trash service available. Fire rings are available for campfires.

A full service kitchen is available for food service. Two large conference rooms, and smaller rooms available for meetings and activities.
football size field, basketball court, volleyball court, swimming pool, horseshoe pits, hiking trails, fishing, and several other activities available

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp director has over 35 years experience with summer camps. All staff have passed background checks. Contact the camp at 740-452-0016 to schedule your event.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Facilities are available for year round programs.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Fees are based on the length of the program and services included.

CAMP FACILITIES: Participants are housed in dorms and receive lessons and courses within the University of Dayton's newly renovated music facilities.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: The University of Dayton is extremely generous with scholarships. Over 90% of participants receive some form of financial aid. That combined with our highly qualified faculty, fantastic facilities and expanded curriculum make us one of Ohio's premier summer programs!

OTHER CAMP INFO: Resident and commuter participants are welcome.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete info Visit us at: Our Camp Website Link: www.udayton.edu.

CAMP FACILITIES: Our picturesque camp site contain beautiful facilities,well suited to a full program of sports, games, crafts, dramatics and other enriching camp activities.We utilizes the school's classrooms, gymnasium, sports fields, swimming pool, and cafeteria. Its modern facilities, sprawling grounds, and Olympic size swimming pool allows for plenty of supervised sports outside and lots of room for indoor activities, as well as swimming instruction.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: CGI is part of the largest and fastest growing network of Jewish day camps in the world. CGI enjoys a well-earned reputation as a trendsetter with innovative ideas, creative programs and new activities. Child development is the most significant ingredient in a healthy camp experience. This is why our staff is the real secret to our success. Our experienced counselors are known for their personal warmth and ability to care for each child as an individual. Campers are imbued with a deep sense of pride in their Jewish heritage and a love for the land of Israel, through our interactive Judaic studies program.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Please contact our office for more details.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Each year we begin camp with a meet and greet BBQ for the whole family and conclude camp with a good bye picnic.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We have family events by each Jewish holiday for camp families to continue their Jewish learning in a fun and exciting way.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our camp is 5 weeks, from June 26- July 28th.
For more information and pricing please visit our website.

CAMP FACILITIES: Wanake has a variety of facilities including cabins, dorm style lodging, a tree house, and adirondack shelters. Photos can be found online at our website! We also have 3 ponds, a ranch with horses on site, an outdoor pool, and a large dining hall with home-cooked meals every day!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Wanake runs a week of Leader In Training during the summer as one of our programs. Details and price for this training can be found at Our Camp Website Link: www.campwanake.org.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid is available for those who cannot afford the regular cost of camp. Call 330-499-3972 ext 108 for details or to apply.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Wanake runs a Memorial Day and a Labor Day Family Camp! Join together and experience camp as a family! Details and photos can be found online!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Wanake is open year-round! We play host to a variety of groups including Outdoor Education, Youth Groups, Church Retreats, Staff Meetings, Family Reunions, Conferences, etc. We also have a Ranch onsite where we offer lessons, trail rides, pony rides, and birthday parties year-round as the weather permits!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Wanake offers 7 weeks of Summer Camp to choose from. In 2018 they are offered between June 17 and August 4. Most camps run Sunday through Friday, but there are some shorter programs for younger campers and a Horse Day Camp.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Wanake is looking to hire male and female counselors to work 7 weeks of the summer, and 3 weeks of training.  They are with the kids 24/7 in family groups and get 1 hour off every day or every other day as the schedule allows. Counselors lead bible study, are positive role models, lead cookouts, care for the campers, act as parents as necessary per age group, lead games, and help lead program activities with a trained staff person. Visit our website for further details and to apply Our Camp Website Link: www.campwanake.org.