Summer Dance, Arts, & Yoga
Summer Dance, Arts, & Yoga (DAY) Workshops invite you to explore dance, art, yoga, music, drama, and more. And, each workshop is designed with different themes so you can attend year after year for lots of creative fun.
The summer program combines different age groups which allows for students of all ages to learn from one another. This also fosters confidence in younger students who benefit from watching and imitating the older students and encourages leadership in older students. In addition to combined age group activities in which all the students work together, dancers have the opportunity to work in smaller groups according to their age level.
Workshops are offered for children of all levels of experience. Join in the fun and discover the magic!
Mini Dance, Arts, & Yoga Workshop (Ages 3-6)
A special dance camp designed for younger dancers. The day begins with a creative dance class where children can express themselves through movement. Dancers will explore yoga shapes, musical instruments, parachute play, dancing with colorful props, obstacle courses, and more. Dance class will be followed by a special art project. After a healthy snack brought from home, we will join together for songs and a story to end our day.
Dance, Arts, & Yoga Workshop (Ages 6-11)
Students explore dancing to a variety of music and dance styles while developing age-appropriate skills and learning ballet and modern dance vocabulary. Creative dance class is followed by an art project integrating art and movement concepts. Each day will encompass a different theme. Then we will enjoy a nut-free snack brought from home. A special activity will follow, which may include drama and theatre games, dance history, yoga games, sing-alongs, story time, music for dancers, outdoor play, or costume designing. At the end of each day we will close our program with yoga and relaxation.
Dance Choreography Workshop (Ages 8+)
Each session begins with a dance class where students will learn dance steps and combinations to a variety of music styles and dance techniques, including modern, ballet, jazz, and world dance. Then they will work together to create a piece of choreography based on the style of dance. After, students will have the opportunity to explore other areas of dance performance including costume and set designing, dance history, theatre, and music, and visual art. Building on the belief that all children are artists, students will explore a wide variety of media including drawing, painting, collage, and sculpture. Dancers will conclude the day with relaxation and yoga.
Create Your Own Program (All Ages)
Gather a group of 8 or more students and create your own summer dance program. The possibilities of themes are endless. Maybe you wish to learn more about dance history, or stories of the great ballets, or want to combine dance and theatre, or performance skills, or maybe you wish to explore an American Girl Doll theme, a book theme, yoga for kids, or a camp exploring the various styles of dance including modern, ballet, jazz, tap, and world dance. I am happy to work with you to create a program that meets your needs. Please contact me for details.