SUMMER CAMPS 2024!
Welcome to our Summer Camps Page!
There are a variety of classes for Ages 3 and up! You can enroll through your parent portal or by emailing us at [email protected].
Early Bird Discount: Pay in full by May 31st and take $5 off total.
Additional Discounts: $595 for unlimited GROUP classes!
Please Note:
1. All classes are already discounted by 10% or more! This is to allow for expected absences with summer vacations and other summer fun activities!
2. Minimum numbers are needed to run the camps. Camps fill on a first come first serve basis and will be canceled if minimums are not met by the requested enrollment deadline. As long as space allows, and we have reached minimum numbers, we will continue to accept students up to the start date of the camps.
Camps are organized by age in the following categories:
* DANCE
A. MIX-IT-UP CAMPS
(Variety of dance styles in one camp. Best suited for dancers with 0-2 years of experience.)
B. Ballet, Pointe & Pre-Pointe
C. Improvisation, Turns/Leaps/Acrobatics, Choreography
D. Movement for Singers
E. Drop-In, Donation Only Hip Hop & Tap Classes (Grades 3 and Up!)
* ACTING CAMP (Going onto Grades 2-6 in the fall)
* VOICE
A. Private Voice Lessons
B. Recording Studio Sessions
C. See "Movement for Singers" under Dance heading
DANCE
A. MIX-IT-UP CAMPS
Mini Mix-It Up
Ages: 3-5
Min. Enrollment= 6 Max = 12
DATES: Aug. 5th - 9th
Days: Monday - Friday
Time: 9:00-9:45 am
Cost: $65
Please enroll by July 28th to avoid cancellation.
Description: This camp will focus on Ballet, Acrobatics & Creative Movement! Students will learn proper classroom etiquette while building skills of creativity, spatial awareness, listening, coordination, and confidence. Parents are invited to join us on the last day for a showcase of some of the skills we have been working on.
What to Bring/Wear:
Please bring a water bottle.
Girls can wear leotard and tights with ballet shoes or socks. A form fitting tank top and bike shorts is fine too for summer. Hair should be pulled back in a ponytail, braid, or bun.
Boys can wear form fitting shirts and bike shorts with black ballet shoes or socks. Any long shorts will work if they don’t have bike shorts. Long hair should be pulled back out of face.
Junior Mix-It-Up Camp
Ages: 6-8 (Open Level)
Min. Enrollment= 6 Max = 12
DATES: Aug. 5th - 9th
Days: Monday - Friday
Time: 10:00-12:00
Cost: $158
Please enroll by July 28th to avoid cancellation.
Description: This camp is full of variety with classes in Ballet, Acrobatics, Jazz & Creative Movement! Parents are invited for a short studio performance at the end of the week.
What to Bring/Wear:
Please bring a water bottle.
Girls can wear leotard and tights with ballet shoes or socks. A form fitting tank top and bike shorts/leggings is fine too for summer. Hair should be pulled back in a ponytail, braid, or bun.
Boys can wear form fitting shirts and bike shorts with black ballet shoes or socks. Any long shorts or sweatpants will work if they don’t have bike shorts. Long hair should be pulled back out of face.
Youth Mix-It-Up Camp
Ages: 9-14 (Open Level)
Min. Enrollment= 6 Max = 15
DATES: Aug. 5th - 9th
Days: Monday - Friday
Time: 9:00-12:00
Cost: $200
Please enroll by July 28th to avoid cancellation.
Description: This is a perfect camp for dancers wanting to try out and learn more about different dance styles. We’ll pack the week full of variety with Hip Hop, Jazz, Ballet, Acrobatics, Modern & Improvisation.
What to Bring/Wear: Bring a water bottle and a healthy snack. Bring all dance shoes if available. Clean sneakers can be worn for Hip Hop. Parents are invited for a short studio performance at the end of the week.
Girls can wear leotard and tights with ballet shoes or socks. A form fitting tank top and bike shorts/leggings is fine too for summer. Hair should be pulled back in a ponytail, braid, or bun.
Boys can wear form fitting shirts and bike shorts with black ballet shoes or socks. Any long shorts or sweatpants will work if they don’t have bike shorts. Long hair should be pulled back out of face.
Note: We have dance shoes for sale, or students can dance in socks or bare feet depending on the style we are working on.
B. BALLET, PRE- POINTE, POINTE
Ballet Technique, Variations & Choreography
Ages: Entering 5th grade – 12th grade for fall (Students will be divided into 2 Levels.)
Dates: July 2nd - Aug. 1st
Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays (No classes on Thurs. July 4th)
Time: 5:00-6:30
Cost: $175
Please enroll by June 25th
Requirements: This class is not for beginners. At least one year of Ballet is required. Beginners should start with the Youth Mix-It-Up Camp.
Description: Students will continue to improve their technical skills through traditional class exercises as well as learning variations from famous ballets. They will also have opportunities to choreograph short ballet pieces in small groups.
Pre-Pointe
Ages: Entering 6th – 12th grade in the fall
Dates: July 2nd - August 1st
Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays (No classes on Thurs. July 4th)
Time: 6:40-7:25
Cost: $105
Please enroll by June 25th to avoid cancellation.
Requirements: Students must be enrolled in the 5:00-6:30 Summer Ballet Class and should have a minimum of two years of consecutive Ballet training.
Description: Students will learn about dancing on pointe as they work on strengthening and proper techniques to prepare for pointe work. In most cases, students are not eligible to take pointe until they are in 7th grade, but 6th graders are encouraged to take this class to build strength and knowledge for when they are ready for pointe shoes. This is also a great class for any dancer who wants stronger feet, better arches, and better technique. Boys are welcome! PLEASE NOTE that taking this class does not guarantee a student will be able to enroll in a fall Pointe class, regardless of age. There are specific skill and strength levels needed for safety. Starting Pointe work before a student is ready can cause injuries that could be long lasting. Students wanting to enroll in a Fall Pointe class need teacher approval.
Pointe
Ages: Must already have Pointe training. This class is not for beginners.
Dates: July 2nd - Aug. 1st
Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays (No classes on Thurs. July 4th)
Time: 6:40- 7:25
Cost: $105
Please enroll by June 25th
Requirements: Must also be enrolled in the 5:00-6:30 Summer Ballet class.
Description: This class is designed for students who are currently taking Pointe. This class is highly recommended for students planning to continue with Pointe work in the fall. The goal is to retain strength and continue to improve Pointe work skills and technique.
NOTE: If a student has to miss Ballet for the day, he/she can still take the pointe class, but must take it in ballet shoes instead of pointe shoes. This is for safety!
C. IMPROVISATION, TURNS/LEAPS/ACROBATICS, CHOREOGRAPHY
Improvisation (All Levels)
Ages: Going into 5th – 12th Grade for fall (Students may be divided into 2 levels)
Dates: July 1st - July 31st
Days: Mondays & Wednesdays
Time: 5:00-6:00 pm
Cost: $100
Please enroll by June 25th
Requirements: Students should have previous training in at least 1 style of dance.
Description: This class offers skills that help students in all aspects of dance as well as real life problem solving! If you have never tried improvisation before don’t be scared! We will start slow, giving you plenty of guidance and tools to help you create. Dancers will learn a new way to communicate through movement without the use of words or obvious signals. THIS CLASS IS SO MUCH FUN!
Turns/Leaps/Acrobatics
Ages: Entering 5th – 12th grade in the fall. (Students will be divided into 2 levels)
Dates: July 1st - July 31st
Days: Mondays & Wednesdays
Time: 6:10-7:40 pm
Cost: $175
Please enroll by June 25th
Requirements: This class is not for beginners! Students should have a minimum of 2 years consecutive training in Ballet. Experience in Jazz & Modern is helpful. Beginners should enroll in a Mix-It-Up class.
Description: Students will focus on a variety of turns, leaps and acrobatic tricks at their level. Strength and Stretching exercises will also be built into the class!
Choreography
Ages: Going into 7th – 12th Grade in the fall
Dates: July 1st - July 31st
Days: Mondays & Wednesdays
Times: 7:50 - 8:50pm (Additional studio time will be available upon request!)
Cost: $90
Please enroll by June 25th
Requirements: Students should have a minimum of 3 years consecutive training in at least 2 styles of dance. Students must also be disciplined to work on choreography outside of class.
Description: Students will learn about different aspects of choreography including levels, dynamics, tempo, moods, use of space, finding inspiration, and considerations when working with groups vs. soloists. Different assignments will be given to challenge creativity. Some projects will be worked on during class, but students should also expect to be completing choreography at home.
D. Drop-In, Donation Only - Hip Hop & Tap
HIP HOP
Ages: Going into 3rd - 12th in the fall
Dates: July 2nd - July 30th
Days: Tuesdays
Times: 7:30-8:30pm
Cost: Suggested Donation of $8 per class
Just show up when you can! No need to enroll.
Description: This is an open level class and all skill levels are welcome! Classes will consist of a work out style warm up, learning/reviewing specific hip hop moves, working on a dance combination, and possibly some fun freestyle to finish up:) Clean sneakers, dance sneakers, jazz shoes, or socks are fine. Please wear comfortable clothes that stretch. Hair should be pulled back out of face.
TAP
Ages: Going into 3rd - 12th in the fall
Dates: July 11- Aug. 1st
Days: Thursdays
Times: 7:30-8:30pm
Cost: Suggested Donation of $8 per class
Just show up when you can! No need to enroll.
Description: This is an open level class and all skill levels are welcome! Any style tap shoes can be worn. Class will consist of basic warm up and rhythm exercises, some traveling and center skills, a combination and possibly some improvisation or freestyle at the end. Please wear comfortable clothes that stretch. Hair should be pulled back out of face. We sell new tap shoes and have a limited supply of used shoes for sale as well.
There are a variety of classes for Ages 3 and up! You can enroll through your parent portal or by emailing us at [email protected].
Early Bird Discount: Pay in full by May 31st and take $5 off total.
Additional Discounts: $595 for unlimited GROUP classes!
Please Note:
1. All classes are already discounted by 10% or more! This is to allow for expected absences with summer vacations and other summer fun activities!
2. Minimum numbers are needed to run the camps. Camps fill on a first come first serve basis and will be canceled if minimums are not met by the requested enrollment deadline. As long as space allows, and we have reached minimum numbers, we will continue to accept students up to the start date of the camps.
Camps are organized by age in the following categories:
* DANCE
A. MIX-IT-UP CAMPS
(Variety of dance styles in one camp. Best suited for dancers with 0-2 years of experience.)
B. Ballet, Pointe & Pre-Pointe
C. Improvisation, Turns/Leaps/Acrobatics, Choreography
D. Movement for Singers
E. Drop-In, Donation Only Hip Hop & Tap Classes (Grades 3 and Up!)
* ACTING CAMP (Going onto Grades 2-6 in the fall)
* VOICE
A. Private Voice Lessons
B. Recording Studio Sessions
C. See "Movement for Singers" under Dance heading
DANCE
A. MIX-IT-UP CAMPS
Mini Mix-It Up
Ages: 3-5
Min. Enrollment= 6 Max = 12
DATES: Aug. 5th - 9th
Days: Monday - Friday
Time: 9:00-9:45 am
Cost: $65
Please enroll by July 28th to avoid cancellation.
Description: This camp will focus on Ballet, Acrobatics & Creative Movement! Students will learn proper classroom etiquette while building skills of creativity, spatial awareness, listening, coordination, and confidence. Parents are invited to join us on the last day for a showcase of some of the skills we have been working on.
What to Bring/Wear:
Please bring a water bottle.
Girls can wear leotard and tights with ballet shoes or socks. A form fitting tank top and bike shorts is fine too for summer. Hair should be pulled back in a ponytail, braid, or bun.
Boys can wear form fitting shirts and bike shorts with black ballet shoes or socks. Any long shorts will work if they don’t have bike shorts. Long hair should be pulled back out of face.
Junior Mix-It-Up Camp
Ages: 6-8 (Open Level)
Min. Enrollment= 6 Max = 12
DATES: Aug. 5th - 9th
Days: Monday - Friday
Time: 10:00-12:00
Cost: $158
Please enroll by July 28th to avoid cancellation.
Description: This camp is full of variety with classes in Ballet, Acrobatics, Jazz & Creative Movement! Parents are invited for a short studio performance at the end of the week.
What to Bring/Wear:
Please bring a water bottle.
Girls can wear leotard and tights with ballet shoes or socks. A form fitting tank top and bike shorts/leggings is fine too for summer. Hair should be pulled back in a ponytail, braid, or bun.
Boys can wear form fitting shirts and bike shorts with black ballet shoes or socks. Any long shorts or sweatpants will work if they don’t have bike shorts. Long hair should be pulled back out of face.
Youth Mix-It-Up Camp
Ages: 9-14 (Open Level)
Min. Enrollment= 6 Max = 15
DATES: Aug. 5th - 9th
Days: Monday - Friday
Time: 9:00-12:00
Cost: $200
Please enroll by July 28th to avoid cancellation.
Description: This is a perfect camp for dancers wanting to try out and learn more about different dance styles. We’ll pack the week full of variety with Hip Hop, Jazz, Ballet, Acrobatics, Modern & Improvisation.
What to Bring/Wear: Bring a water bottle and a healthy snack. Bring all dance shoes if available. Clean sneakers can be worn for Hip Hop. Parents are invited for a short studio performance at the end of the week.
Girls can wear leotard and tights with ballet shoes or socks. A form fitting tank top and bike shorts/leggings is fine too for summer. Hair should be pulled back in a ponytail, braid, or bun.
Boys can wear form fitting shirts and bike shorts with black ballet shoes or socks. Any long shorts or sweatpants will work if they don’t have bike shorts. Long hair should be pulled back out of face.
Note: We have dance shoes for sale, or students can dance in socks or bare feet depending on the style we are working on.
B. BALLET, PRE- POINTE, POINTE
Ballet Technique, Variations & Choreography
Ages: Entering 5th grade – 12th grade for fall (Students will be divided into 2 Levels.)
Dates: July 2nd - Aug. 1st
Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays (No classes on Thurs. July 4th)
Time: 5:00-6:30
Cost: $175
Please enroll by June 25th
Requirements: This class is not for beginners. At least one year of Ballet is required. Beginners should start with the Youth Mix-It-Up Camp.
Description: Students will continue to improve their technical skills through traditional class exercises as well as learning variations from famous ballets. They will also have opportunities to choreograph short ballet pieces in small groups.
Pre-Pointe
Ages: Entering 6th – 12th grade in the fall
Dates: July 2nd - August 1st
Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays (No classes on Thurs. July 4th)
Time: 6:40-7:25
Cost: $105
Please enroll by June 25th to avoid cancellation.
Requirements: Students must be enrolled in the 5:00-6:30 Summer Ballet Class and should have a minimum of two years of consecutive Ballet training.
Description: Students will learn about dancing on pointe as they work on strengthening and proper techniques to prepare for pointe work. In most cases, students are not eligible to take pointe until they are in 7th grade, but 6th graders are encouraged to take this class to build strength and knowledge for when they are ready for pointe shoes. This is also a great class for any dancer who wants stronger feet, better arches, and better technique. Boys are welcome! PLEASE NOTE that taking this class does not guarantee a student will be able to enroll in a fall Pointe class, regardless of age. There are specific skill and strength levels needed for safety. Starting Pointe work before a student is ready can cause injuries that could be long lasting. Students wanting to enroll in a Fall Pointe class need teacher approval.
Pointe
Ages: Must already have Pointe training. This class is not for beginners.
Dates: July 2nd - Aug. 1st
Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays (No classes on Thurs. July 4th)
Time: 6:40- 7:25
Cost: $105
Please enroll by June 25th
Requirements: Must also be enrolled in the 5:00-6:30 Summer Ballet class.
Description: This class is designed for students who are currently taking Pointe. This class is highly recommended for students planning to continue with Pointe work in the fall. The goal is to retain strength and continue to improve Pointe work skills and technique.
NOTE: If a student has to miss Ballet for the day, he/she can still take the pointe class, but must take it in ballet shoes instead of pointe shoes. This is for safety!
C. IMPROVISATION, TURNS/LEAPS/ACROBATICS, CHOREOGRAPHY
Improvisation (All Levels)
Ages: Going into 5th – 12th Grade for fall (Students may be divided into 2 levels)
Dates: July 1st - July 31st
Days: Mondays & Wednesdays
Time: 5:00-6:00 pm
Cost: $100
Please enroll by June 25th
Requirements: Students should have previous training in at least 1 style of dance.
Description: This class offers skills that help students in all aspects of dance as well as real life problem solving! If you have never tried improvisation before don’t be scared! We will start slow, giving you plenty of guidance and tools to help you create. Dancers will learn a new way to communicate through movement without the use of words or obvious signals. THIS CLASS IS SO MUCH FUN!
Turns/Leaps/Acrobatics
Ages: Entering 5th – 12th grade in the fall. (Students will be divided into 2 levels)
Dates: July 1st - July 31st
Days: Mondays & Wednesdays
Time: 6:10-7:40 pm
Cost: $175
Please enroll by June 25th
Requirements: This class is not for beginners! Students should have a minimum of 2 years consecutive training in Ballet. Experience in Jazz & Modern is helpful. Beginners should enroll in a Mix-It-Up class.
Description: Students will focus on a variety of turns, leaps and acrobatic tricks at their level. Strength and Stretching exercises will also be built into the class!
Choreography
Ages: Going into 7th – 12th Grade in the fall
Dates: July 1st - July 31st
Days: Mondays & Wednesdays
Times: 7:50 - 8:50pm (Additional studio time will be available upon request!)
Cost: $90
Please enroll by June 25th
Requirements: Students should have a minimum of 3 years consecutive training in at least 2 styles of dance. Students must also be disciplined to work on choreography outside of class.
Description: Students will learn about different aspects of choreography including levels, dynamics, tempo, moods, use of space, finding inspiration, and considerations when working with groups vs. soloists. Different assignments will be given to challenge creativity. Some projects will be worked on during class, but students should also expect to be completing choreography at home.
D. Drop-In, Donation Only - Hip Hop & Tap
HIP HOP
Ages: Going into 3rd - 12th in the fall
Dates: July 2nd - July 30th
Days: Tuesdays
Times: 7:30-8:30pm
Cost: Suggested Donation of $8 per class
Just show up when you can! No need to enroll.
Description: This is an open level class and all skill levels are welcome! Classes will consist of a work out style warm up, learning/reviewing specific hip hop moves, working on a dance combination, and possibly some fun freestyle to finish up:) Clean sneakers, dance sneakers, jazz shoes, or socks are fine. Please wear comfortable clothes that stretch. Hair should be pulled back out of face.
TAP
Ages: Going into 3rd - 12th in the fall
Dates: July 11- Aug. 1st
Days: Thursdays
Times: 7:30-8:30pm
Cost: Suggested Donation of $8 per class
Just show up when you can! No need to enroll.
Description: This is an open level class and all skill levels are welcome! Any style tap shoes can be worn. Class will consist of basic warm up and rhythm exercises, some traveling and center skills, a combination and possibly some improvisation or freestyle at the end. Please wear comfortable clothes that stretch. Hair should be pulled back out of face. We sell new tap shoes and have a limited supply of used shoes for sale as well.
ACTING
AWESOMELY EPIC GAMES OF SUMMER: ACTING EDITION!
Ages/Grades: Grades 2-6 (Entering 2nd grade in the fall)
Dates: July 15th-July 19th
Days & Times: Monday-Friday 6:00pm -7:00pm
Cost: $60
Please enroll by July 8th
Class Description: The summer is the perfect time to run around, swim, dance, play amazingly fun games, have an ice cream party, and have fun. Do you know where you can do all those things (well, except for swimming) in one place over one glorious week? At Forte Studios when you join “Awesomely Epic Games of Summer: Acting Edition. Here we will have tons of games, including lots of new ones, which are based on theatre and summer. And on our final day, we will have . . . an ice cream party!!! So, if you look for an amazing addition to your summer, join us and prepare to enjoy an awesomely epic week!!!
AWESOMELY EPIC GAMES OF SUMMER: ACTING EDITION!
Ages/Grades: Grades 2-6 (Entering 2nd grade in the fall)
Dates: July 15th-July 19th
Days & Times: Monday-Friday 6:00pm -7:00pm
Cost: $60
Please enroll by July 8th
Class Description: The summer is the perfect time to run around, swim, dance, play amazingly fun games, have an ice cream party, and have fun. Do you know where you can do all those things (well, except for swimming) in one place over one glorious week? At Forte Studios when you join “Awesomely Epic Games of Summer: Acting Edition. Here we will have tons of games, including lots of new ones, which are based on theatre and summer. And on our final day, we will have . . . an ice cream party!!! So, if you look for an amazing addition to your summer, join us and prepare to enjoy an awesomely epic week!!!
VOICE
Note to Voice Students: Be sure to check out the "Movement for Singers" Class under the Dance Section!
A. PRIVATE/SEMI-PRIVATE VOICE CLASSES
Ages/Grades: Entering Grades 5-12 in the fall. Adults are welcome too!
Dates: July 1st - July 31st
Days & Times: Once enrolled, students will be contacted to set up individual schedules
Cost: $184 (includes 4 one hour private lessons)
$138 (Per student for 4 one hour lessons w/ 2 people)
$120 (Per student for 4 one hour lessons w/ 3 people)
Please enroll by June 25th
Description: We are excited to offer private and semi-private voice classes during our summer months. We feel that this is a great way for students to stay vocally connected and maintain vocal strength and technique prior to returning in the fall. This option also offers students who are curious about private voice a chance to try it out to see if it’s the right fit for him/her.
NOTE: Spaces fill quickly, so please email us as soon as possible to be put on the schedule.
B. Recording Studio Sessions
Ages/Grades: Entering Grades 5-12 in the fall. Adults are welcome too!
Dates: July 1st - July 31st
Days & Times: Once enrolled, students will be contacted to set up individual schedules
Cost: $184 (includes 4 one hour sessions)
Please enroll by June 25th
Description: Students will have the opportunity to record between 2-4 songs using our professional recording equipment! (Number of songs depends on the pace of the student.) Students can choose the songs, but will also be given suggestions if needed. Once songs have been recorded, they will be mixed and mastered. The final product will be sent to you in the form of an MP3. You will be amazed at how professional your songs sound!
Note: Spaces are limited and will more than likely fill up quickly.
C. Movement for Singers - See Section D under the Dance Section
Note to Voice Students: Be sure to check out the "Movement for Singers" Class under the Dance Section!
A. PRIVATE/SEMI-PRIVATE VOICE CLASSES
Ages/Grades: Entering Grades 5-12 in the fall. Adults are welcome too!
Dates: July 1st - July 31st
Days & Times: Once enrolled, students will be contacted to set up individual schedules
Cost: $184 (includes 4 one hour private lessons)
$138 (Per student for 4 one hour lessons w/ 2 people)
$120 (Per student for 4 one hour lessons w/ 3 people)
Please enroll by June 25th
Description: We are excited to offer private and semi-private voice classes during our summer months. We feel that this is a great way for students to stay vocally connected and maintain vocal strength and technique prior to returning in the fall. This option also offers students who are curious about private voice a chance to try it out to see if it’s the right fit for him/her.
NOTE: Spaces fill quickly, so please email us as soon as possible to be put on the schedule.
B. Recording Studio Sessions
Ages/Grades: Entering Grades 5-12 in the fall. Adults are welcome too!
Dates: July 1st - July 31st
Days & Times: Once enrolled, students will be contacted to set up individual schedules
Cost: $184 (includes 4 one hour sessions)
Please enroll by June 25th
Description: Students will have the opportunity to record between 2-4 songs using our professional recording equipment! (Number of songs depends on the pace of the student.) Students can choose the songs, but will also be given suggestions if needed. Once songs have been recorded, they will be mixed and mastered. The final product will be sent to you in the form of an MP3. You will be amazed at how professional your songs sound!
Note: Spaces are limited and will more than likely fill up quickly.
C. Movement for Singers - See Section D under the Dance Section