Best Massachusetts Dance Camps Summer 2025-26 Directory

CAMP FACILITIES: There are 2 dance studios, outdoor stage, indoor "chapel" theater, overnight facilities in one of the 6 dormitory cabins. Community room for all in the main barn and lovely spacious grounds.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Spend an idyllic week in Rockport, Massachusetts, working intensively with one of New York City’s top performing dance companies! The Windhover Center for the Performing Arts partners with Dušan Týnek Dance Theatre in July to offer a week-long intensive dance workshop. Sallee Slagle, director of the sumer program, was also a dancer with the Windhover Dance Company for many years, and a graduate of Boston Conservatory where she first met Ina Hahn, executive director.

Windhover was founded by Ina Hahn, who was a member of Doris Humphrey's and Charles Weidman's Dance Companies. Ms. Slagle is the Artistic Director of her own modern dance company, Forty Steps Dance and teaches ballet and modern at colleges and her own dance and fitness studio, Dance Dimensions in Nahant, MA. Once again members of Dusan Tynek Dance Theatre, named one of NYC top 5 modern dance companies, will be joining our faculty, bringing their inspiring technique and passion. Dusan and his Company have taught at Windhover since 2005. Places are limited.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Sample Schedule (subject to change)
9:00-9:30 Pilates
9:30-10:50 Ballet Technique
11:00-12:30 Modern Repertory
12:30-1:15 Lunch
1:30-3:00 Modern Technique
3:00-5:00 Composition
5:00-7:00 Free Time
7:00-8:00 Dinner
8:00-8:30 Yoga/Stretch
8:30 Video Viewing

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 20-26, 2014
Please see our website for details.
Tuition: $425 ($375 early registration by May 1)
Room & Board (w/all meals): $450
Registration fee: $50 non-refundable

Work-study scholarships are available for partial tuition reduction. Please contact us for more information. Registration is due by June 15, 2014. Registration will be limited to 30 students.

CAMP FACILITIES: Indoor Camp Areas
Our air conditioned main building features areas for specialty activities:

Gymnastics room
Dance studio
Karate center
Arts & crafts rooms
Drama studio
Fully equipped gymnasium with 2 basketball courts
State-of-the-art rock climbing wall
Ropes course (indoor & outdoor)

Outdoor Camp Areas
Maplewood Day Camp offers many fun outdoor activities for kids:

Two (2) heated, Olympic sized pools
5 acre lake for boating and fishing
Playing fields
Basketball and beach volleyball courts
Archery range
Miniature golf course
Wonderful gardens
Animal barnyard
Pedal Go-Kart race track

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: For additional information regarding our camp programs, please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.maplewoodyearround.com.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: C.I.T. (Counselor In Training Program): The C.I.T. program gives our most mature campers, who are entering the 8th and 9th grades, a feel for what it take to be a counselor, while still having the opportunity to participate in all of the great activities at Maplewood.

In their role as a Maplewood C.I.T. they will have the opportunity to develop the skills and confidence that will help them to become effective leaders and positive role models.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For information regarding sessions and fees please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.maplewoodyearround.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Accredited Day Camp in South Easton, MA seeks teachers or individuals with education certification to work with children ages 3-14. You will be responsible for leading groups of children through their daily activities. Applicant will also be responsible for supervising other staff members. Individuals must have prior experience working with children.

If you enjoy working with children; the outdoors; environments that are rewarding and challenging then this is the job for you. Camp dates are June 29-August 21. Hours are Monday-Friday from 9 A.M. to 4 P.M.

Send resume to Sue at campmaplewood[AT]comcast.net.

CAMP FACILITIES: The Real School of Music takes pride in its facility. We have a 100+ seat live performance venue, 20 private lesson studios equipped with macs, 3 fully-equipped ensemble rooms, a professional recording suite, and a comfortable cafe area with free wifi for guests.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Real School of Music is passionate about changing the way music education is delivered. We are a community of people learning, sharing, playing and talking about music. Real School is a cutting-edge teaching institution dedicated to helping students achieve their musical potential. We believe that the best education possible comes from teachers with both academic training and real-life experience in their field. That's our teachers are driven to make students not only musicians or performers, but artists.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The Real School of Music is open all year round for private lessons, ensembles, and more! To sign up for a free trial lesson visit Our Camp Website Link: www.therealschoolofmusic.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
In Our Andover Location:
July 6-10: Music & Theater-Teen
July 13-17: Music & Theater-Children
August 3-7: Music & Theater-Teen
August 10-14: Music & Theater- Children

In Our Burlington Location:
July 20-24: Music & Theater- Teen
July 27-31: Music & Theater- Children

Member Price: $349
Non-Member Price: $399

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Mass Motion Dance Summer Camps are a fun and educational summer activity for your child offering the opportunity to experience, experiment and explore the many different aspects of dance. Mass Motion Dance has offered quality dance training since 1983.

With locations in Sturbridge, Boston and Peabody, Mass Motion Dance has highly qualified instructors.

Dancers spend each day in two different technique classes including ballet, modern/contemporary, jazz, Broadway, tap, hip hop, and lyrical. Alternating with technique classes, students are offered complimentary activities such as improvisation, composition, tumbling, pedagogy, dance history, and choreography.

Class levels are offered in each idiom in order to best facilitate both the beginner and advanced student. Please contact the studio for more information or to register.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Mass Motion Dance (MMD) offers high quality dance education, to students of all ages, through a wide variety of dance classes. Founded in Sturbridge, Massachusetts in 1983, under the direction of Terri Gordon, MMD has proven its excellence in dance training. Ms. Gordon, a former member of the Boston Ballet Company and Tanz Forum, the modern dance company of Cologne, Germany, is passionate and driven to develop each student’s technique to its highest level. In 2003, MMD proudly announced the opening of the Boston studio under the direction of Irada Djelassi. In 2010, MMD North opened its doors in Peabody, Massachusetts to students under the direction and ownership of Katherine Hooper.

Whether a student’s goal is fitness and recreation or a future career in dance, at MMD dancers will find classes that fit their objective as well as their schedule. Students may choose from a broad range of dance idioms such as ballet, modern, tap, contemporary, jazz, hip hop, Irish step and more. MMD strives to teach the strongest technique to each student, in a positive setting, allowing each dancer to find their passion for the art and sport of dance. With three locations and over 27 years of experience it is easy to see how students develop into enthusiastic, passionate and powerful dancers.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
August 11-15: Junior Intensive (ages 9-12) $350/week

August 18-22: Teen Intensive (ages 13+) $350/week

Advanced Program for students with at least 2 years of Ballet and Jazz training.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have beautiful indoor as well as outdoor facilities, state-of-the-art visual and performing arts studios, outdoor pool, indoor gyms, air conditioned dining hall, as well as full sized sports fields.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We offer specialized camps in various sports, arts, and educational focuses as well as a general camp where kids can choose the activities they participate in every day. Our mission is to create a child-centered environment where campers can learn life skills, participate in stimulating activities, interact with other children their age, and be guided by caring adults.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We offer two levels of an amazing leadership/CIT program, where teens learn and practice all forms of leadership as well as child development.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Swim Club is available

OTHER CAMP INFO: ACA Accredited.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 27 - August 18, please visit our website for specifics details.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have vegetable gardens, open fields dense woods, pool, gym, outdoor basketball courts, tennis courts, pavilions, playgrounds, and hiking trails.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We are an accredited camp through the American Camp Association (ACA). All staff are highly trained and certified in First Aid/ CPR, child abuse prevention, behavior management and inclusion, Education, Archery, and Ropes Course.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Youth will have leadership opportunities through Leader in Training and Councilor in training programs. These skills will be prepare participants for

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We remain open and accessible to all through our Financial Assistance program.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Vacation Camps in December, February, April.

Out of School Time programs; school year Monday-Friday school release time until 6pm serving schools in Rehoboth, Seekonk, and East Providence.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Weekly Sessions late June - August

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Please see Our Camp Website Link: www.gpymca.org for Camp Jobs Posting.

CAMP FACILITIES: The academy offers a 6,000 sq. facility including two large air conditioned studios with marley floors, full length mirrors and 14 foot ceilings. There are also boys and girls dressing rooms with lockers and a waiting room.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO:
Young Dancers Workshop
Full day program introducing the young dancer to a broader view of the world of dance. Ballet, Jazz, Modern, History, Theory, Stage Makeup, Body Conditioning, Improvisation and Choreography. Performance August 15th.

Techie Intern Program
August 4th-15th
Ages 12 years and up
Learn the "behind the scenes" magic that makes the performance run smoothly. Work with lighting, sound, props and scenery.

Coaching Intensive
August 11th -15th
Monday-Friday, 9:00a-4:00p
Ages 14 years and up
Individualized coaching in Ballet, Pointe, Variations, Body Condition and Injury Prevention.
Class Size Limited.

Our Philosophy
The Dance Academy, established in 1987, philosophy is to provide the highest quality of professional instruction in conjunction with creating a nurturing and positive atmosphere that will teach students how to simply enjoy dance and understand movement. Our goal is to not only create beautiful, skilled dancers, but for all our students to grow into adults with a strong sense of responsibility, independence and success in every aspect of life.

Faculty
Academy students have the unique opportunity to study with professional artists from national and international companies and institutions in all classes and levels. All instructors have a comprehensive knowledge of tradional techniques as well as a shared understanding of the latest, most effective methods of training. As accomplished, experienced artists themselves, they bring a caring and and up-to-date perspective to the classroom experience.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The Dance Academy
Offering dance classes and programming for dancers of all ages, abilities and commitment levels.

Choices and Oportunities
Our outstanding children's program is designed to foster a love of movement. Our main division offers classes for children and adults who enjoy dance as a fun extracurriclar activity. And finally, our well known programs for the career minded student makes the Academy not only the place to start your dance training, but the place to stay and realize your goals.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Young Dancers Workshop
August 4-15th
Registration Fee: $35.00
Tuition Fee: $575.00

Techie Intern Program
August 4-15th
Registration Fee: $35.00
Tuition Fee: $250.00

Coaching Intensive
August 11th -15th
Monday-Friday, 9:00a-4:00p
Ages 14 years and up
Registration Fee: $35.00
Tuition Fee: $350.00

CAMP FACILITIES: Our wooded 5 acre campus features an outdoor Olympic size swimming pool, playing fields, indoor and outdoor classroom spaces, a low ropes course and multiple play structures,climbing walls and swing sets.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Established in 1981, we are pleased to invite you to our exceptional community of dedicated families, children, teachers, coaches, and education administrators. Each year, we create BDC anew, building on the successes of past years and sharing in the unique magic and power of our phenomenal camp experience. BDC offers part and full time flexible schedules so that working and vacationing families from 30+ states and a dozen countries, can enjoy our safe, fun, kind and challenging programs - all of which are described in detail here on our web site. We are thrilled to welcome you and hope that you will join us for what is sure to be another marvelous season sharing: courage, hope, good spirit, and peace!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Camper Leader Program for 9th & 10th graders.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Cape Cod Outdoor Challenge low ropes course & BDC HOWLS after-school and vacation programming.

OTHER CAMP INFO: ACA Accredited Camp, established in 1981

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit the Dates & Rates page of our website for detailed information regrading our 8 one-weeks summer sessions which run from late June through mid August.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Thank you for your interest in working at Brewster Day Camp. Established in 1981, BDC is accredited by the American Camp Association. We pride ourselves on high teaching standards and the fact that we welcome back more than half of each previous summer's wonderful staff. At Brewster Day Camp, we have fun while challenging and nurturing children and supporting their families. We look forward to adding to our cadre of talented and dedicated educators.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 15 cabins for campers to sleep in. All cabins have electricity. We have a dining hall, rec. hall, and other locations for our program areas throughout the camp.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We employ approximately 35 staff per summer to work with children in a traditional camp atmosphere.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Application available online.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Application available online.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Sessions are $490 / week for overnight or $280 / week for day camp.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Summer job application available at Our Camp Website Link: www.campmiddlesex.com.

CAMP FACILITIES: Our school is made up of 4 buildings. We house 70 dorm rooms, a dining hall, classrooms, library, media centers and much more. We have 6 tennis courts, an outdoor pool, fitness center, art and theater areas. Outside we are set on 100 acres of land that include forest and vast open spaces. Our barn is our pride and joy and at this point is the home to 35 school horses.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Speak Up I: Introduction to Debate and Public Speaking Camp is designed for campers who have little or no experience in speaking in front of a group. Our goals are to have fun and learn some ways to use our voices effectively.

Speak Up II: This camp is designed for high school students ready to refresh, refine, and advance their public speaking skills. Gain confidence as you learn from and with others who are seeking to enhance their voice powers/amplify their voices? in a fun, supportive environment!

Performing Arts: Campers will take part in dance, voice and theater.

Bonnie Castle Equestrian: Premiere riding camp for beginner and experienced riders. This summer we will be offering the British Horse Society Program challenge awards, where campers will work at their own pace to complete learning opportunities as equestrians.

Campers are taught by Stoneleigh-Burnham staff. Counselors for the residential programs are CPR and first aid certified as well as we complete criminal offender and sex offender background checks.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Limited financial assistance to those that qualify. Please inquire to hgebo[AT]sbschool.org for application.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Camps Offered: Speak Up I & II, Performing Arts, & Bonnie Castle Riding Camp (equestrian)

Speak Up camps are for debate and public speaking. Campers will learn the art of conversational and competitive speaking. As well as learn to use their voce for effective communication and advocacy.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Speak Up Camps: June 20-June 26, girls ages 10-16
Performing Arts: June 27-July 3, coed ages 10-18
Bonnie Castle Riding Camp: girls ages 8-16
Week 1 June 27-July 3
Week 2 July 4-July 10
Week 3 July 11- July 17