DX Summer Camp

What is DX Summer Camp?

This year’s DX Summer Camp is titled, 5 Elements: A Youth Hip Hop Experience at Dance Exchange. This week-long dance and movement camp for youth ages 8-12 uses Dance Exchange creative tools and practices to explore Hip Hop and Street Dance. Led by Dance Exchange artist Maggie Waller and special guests.

DX Summer Camp Daily Schedule

9:00am - 12:00pm | Morning movement and choreography workshop: Youth will explore Hip Hop and Street Dance basics

12:00pm - 1:00pm | Lunch and quiet time: Youth should bring their own lunches and are also invited to bring their own books or quiet time activity. Dance Exchange will also supply some books and activities.

1:00pm - 4:00pm | Afternoon movement: Youth will focus on one of the 5 Elements of Hip Hop and an exploration of each element in relation to creative process, dancemaking, and the collaborative building of a final performance elements.

What can young movers expect?

• Gathering and grounding in the space and in the day’s activities

• Getting moving with a physical warm up or game that can be adapted to all bodies and abilities

• Learning and exploring Hip Hop and Street Dance basics

• Exploring the 5 Elements of Hip Hop in relation to creative process, dancemaking, and the collaborative building of a final performance element

• Sharing our dances and practicing our skills for being an audience member and giving feedback 

What is the tuition?

$550 tuition for camp (M-F and a Saturday performance)
Scholarship Application Available - 50% tuition decrease

Limited scholarship opportunities are available. If price is a barrier for your family, please let us know in your registration or reach out to registration@danceexchange.org. 

Refund Policy

If you cancel your registration before or on the registration Deadline, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel your registration after the registration Deadline but before the first class, you will receive a 50% refund. No refunds are given after the first class of the session.

COVID-19 Policy

To keep our intergenerational community safe, masks are encouraged during Dance Exchange classes. Read our updated COVID-19 policy here.