Summer 2026 Dance Camp
Dance Camp
Pack your dance bag and get ready to leap, turn, and express yourself! Dancers from beginner to advanced will have fun learning new skills, improving their technique, and meeting others. Dancers will take classes in different dance styles. Each day of camp will start with a large group warm-up in the theatre then rotation through each style. The week will end at the Nighswander Theatre with a performance for parents on Friday, 10th.
Previous dance experience is recommended but not required
Studio enrollment is not required to take camp.
Students are to dress in ballet or jazz attire. Leotard is a must. (Layers welcome)
Students are to bring a sack lunch and water bottle. Two snack breaks are provided.
Parent or guardian must complete camp waiver by first day.
*DJT is a proud program of Davenport Parks & Recreation. Our programs and facility are supported by Davenport taxpayers. Therefore, all Davenport residents receive 20% off registration fee (capped at $20).
Registration
Monday, July 6 - Friday, July 10
8:45 AM – 3:30 PM
$210 Davenport Resident
$230 Non-Davenport Resident
Early Drop-off/Pick-Up
$30 Registration Fee, option during registration
Early = 7:45am-8:40am
Late = 3:40pm-5:15pm
*This can be applied as you register for camp.
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