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Academy of Dance Arts' Summer Dance Camp
Ages: 3-8.
Where: 604 W. Bethany, Allen.
When: June 16-20, July 14-18. One-week sessions, Monday-Friday 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Cost: $120.
Description: Beginning dancers are introduced to dance basics, and students with previous training continue their dance education.
Contact: 972-727-1455.
Web site: www.danceada.com.

American Jazz and Dance Camp
Ages: Grade 4-college.
Where: Shepton High School, 5505 W. Plano Parkway, Plano.
When: June 9-11, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Cost: $115.
Description: Campers learn routines in jazz, hip-hop and other styles and work to improve their dance skills. Presented by American Dance/Drill Team.
Registration deadline: June 1.
Contact: 1-800-462-5719.
Web site: www.danceadts.com.

Backstage Dance Studio's Summer Dance Camp
Ages: 3-6.
Where: 3231 Independence Parkway, Plano.
When: June 23-26, June 30-July 3, Aug. 4-7. One-week sessions, Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Cost: $150.
Description: Themed camps combine dance, crafts and other activities.
Contact: 972-612-2530.
Web site: www.backstagedanceplano.com.

Ballet Academy of Texas Summer Dance Classes and Workshops
Ages: Ages 3 and older.
Where: 145 Fitness Court, Coppell.
When: June 9-July 25. One-week classes and workshops, and a two-week musical theater workshop. Times vary.
Cost: $55-$250.
Description: Beginner classes in ballet, tap and jazz; dance and musical theater workshops for ages 7 and older; pre-professional workshops in pointe.
Contact: 972-745-0199.
Web site: www.balletacademyoftexas.com.

Ballet Conservatory Dance Workshops
Ages: 3-adult.
Where: 1400 FM407, Lewisville.
When: June 30-July 31. One-week sessions or five-week session available.
Cost: $70-$900.
Description: Dance instruction in ballet, jazz, tap and hip-hop; intensive workshop includes ballet, modern dance, variations and lectures.
Contact: 972-317-0194.
Web site: www.balletconservatory.com.

Camp DCC
Ages: 5-14.
Where: DCC Dance Studio, One Cowboys Parkway, Irving.
When: June 11-July 25 for ages 5-11. Three-day sessions, Wednesday-Friday
9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. July 26-27, 30-31 for
ages 12-14. Two-day sessions, 9:30 a.m.-
4 p.m.
Cost: $210.
Description: Girls grouped by age learn warm-up, dance and cheer routines from Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and choreographers, with emphasis on self-confidence, poise and technique.
Contact: 972-556-9303.
Web site: www.dallascowboys.com/cheerleaders.

Contemporary Ballet Dallas
Ages: 2-adult.
Where: 1902 Abrams (at Gaston).
When: June 2 throughout the summer, days and times vary.
Cost: $15-$200.
Description: Summer workshops and classes in ballet, tap, jazz, pointe, hip-hop and other dance styles. Check Web site for detailed schedule.
Contact: 214-821-2066.
Web site: www.schoolofcbd.com.

Dallas Ballet Center's Camps and Workshops
Where: 8530 Abrams, Suite 608.
Discovery Dance Camp: Ages 3-6 learn to move to music with new steps and dances introduced each day. June 23-27, July 21-25. One-week sessions, Monday-Friday 10 a.m.- noon. $80.
Ballet Dance Camp: Ages 7-9 take classes
in ballet, musical theater and related areas. June 23-27. Monday-Friday 1-5 p.m. $135.
Broadway Bound: Ages 7-9 study musical theater, including Broadway style movement, theater basics, song and dance. July 21-25. Monday-Friday 1-5 p.m. $135.
Dance to the Rhythm: Jazz and tap workshop offers performance and technique classes in jazz, tap, hip-hop, voice and musical theater. June 16-20, Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $235.
Ballet Intensive Workshop: Intermediate and advanced dancers ages 10-18 study ballet and related arts. July 7-18. Two-week session, Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $395.
Contact: 214-348-3224.
Web site: www.dallasballetcenter.com.

Dallas Black Dance Theatre
Where: 2700 Flora.
Children's Summer Workshop: June 7-
July 12. Six-week session, Saturdays 9 a.m.- noon. Beginner to intermediate classes for ages 4-10 in ballet, tap, jazz and African dance. Registration deadline: May 15. $75-$125. Contact: 214-871-2376.
Summer Youth Dance Enrichment Program: June 9-27. Three-week session, Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Experienced dance students ages 9-15 train and study with company members. Camp ends with performance showcase and awards ceremony. Registration deadline: May 10. $150.
Contact: 214-871-2390.
Web site: www.dbdt.com.

Dance Depot Camps and Classes
Ages: 3-adult.
Where: 4101 E. Park, Plano.
When: June 9-July 3 for camps. Nine-day sessions, weekdays 9 a.m.-noon. June 9-
Aug. 16 for classes.
Cost: $210 for camps; classes start at $165.
Description: Campers ages 6-12 study the world of dance, drama and art. A variety of summer classes also are available, with an end-of-summer recital on Aug. 16.
Contact: 972-516-1653.
Web site: www.dancedepot.net.

Dance Etc. Camp and Classes
Ages: 3-adult.
Where: 15757 Coit (at Arapaho).
When: June 9-July 25. One-week camp sessions; weekdays, times vary. Classes meet twice weekly for eight weeks, times and days vary. Call or check Web site for schedules.
Cost: $135 (camps)-$160 (classes).
Description: Camps feature dancing, arts and crafts, and other age-appropriate activities related to each week's theme. Summer classes available in ballet, tap, jazz, Irish dance, hip-hop, drill team, cheerleading and more.
Contact: 972-385-9453.
Web site: www.danceetcdallas.com.

The Dance Space Camps
Ages: 4 and older.
Where: 1681 Justin Road, Suite 300, Flower Mound.
American Girl Doll Camp: Campers 4-11 learn dance moves with their American Girl dolls. July 7 and 9, 8 and 10; Aug. 4 and 6. Two-day sessions, morning or afternoon hours. $70-$100.
Hannah Montana Pop Star Camp: Campers 4-11 practice dance and guitar and dress up like the pop star. June 16 and 18, 17 and 19; July 14 and 16, 15 and 17. Two-day sessions, morning or afternoon hours. $70-$100.
Ballerina Princess Dance Camp: Campers 4-11 wear their favorite ballerina or princess outfits, learn proper etiquette for a tea party; older girls are introduced to famous ballets. June 23 and 25, 24 and 26; July 21 and 23. Two-day sessions, morning or afternoon hours. $70-$100.
Show Biz Kids Camp: Campers 4-11 practice singing, acting and dancing and learn what it takes to put on a show. June 30 and July 2, July 1 and 3, July 28 and 30. Two-day sessions, morning or afternoon hours. $70-$100.
Summer Dance Intensives: Experienced students ages 7 and older focus on all forms
of dance technique, history and terminology. July 14-Aug. 7. One-week sessions, Monday-Thursday 1-5 p.m. $150 per week.
Contact: 972-539-8555.
Web site: www.thedancespace.org.

Dance Zone by Sarasue's Academy
Ages: 3-18.
Where: 6505 W. Park, Suite 160, Plano.
When: Themed camps June 16-20, July 14-18. Intensive Dance Camp June-July. Classes June 9-Aug. 30. Call or check Web site for days and times.
Cost: Starting at $180.
Description: Camps for ages 3-8 include "Hannah Montana" and "High School Musical" themes, with dance, crafts and end-of-camp show for parents. Intensive camps for ages 7-18 include dance routines, dance technique, guest instructors.
Contact: 972-378-9663.
Web site: www.sarasuesacademyofdance.com.

Fairies in Ballet Summer Ballet Intensive
Ages: 4-18.
Where: Heritage School of Classical Ballet, 10120 Cayuga Drive, Suite 105.
When: July 7-26. Six-day sessions, Monday-Saturday. Half- and full-day schedules according to age.
Cost: $125-$250.
Description: Dancers, grouped by age, study ballet technique, dance history and costume design and learn a fairy variation from a famous ballet. Parents are invited to a Saturday performance.
Contact: 214-861-7221.
Web site: www.mmballet.com.

Flamenco Dance for Kids
Ages: 4-13.
Where: Royale Ballet School, 17404 Hillcrest.
When: June 3-20 and June 24-July 11. Three-week sessions, Tuesdays and Thursdays; class times vary by age group.
Cost: $90, in addition to $10 registration fee.
Description: Campers study the flamenco, castanet playing and Spanish culture. Presented by the Daniel de Córdoba Bailes Españoles.
Contact: 214-528-3492.
Web site: www.flamencodallas.com.

Hathaway Academy of Ballet Workshops and Dance Camps
Ages: 3-18.
Where: 2865 McDermott, Suite 140, Plano.
When: June 9-28. Sessions, days and times vary. Call or check Web site for schedules.
Cost: $150-$350.
Description: Ballet workshop and dance camps offer dance training with an emphasis on technique. Students will have the opportunity to study with guest instructors from various genres.
Contact: 972-747-0600.
Web site: www.hathawayballet.com.

Preston Center Dance Camps
Ages: 3-18.
Where: 6162 Sherry Lane.
When: July 8-10 (ages 6-8), July 22-24 (ages 9-11). Three-day sessions, Tuesday-Thursday 1-3:30 p.m.
Cost: $200.
Description: Campers receive instruction in cheer-tumbling, ballet, tap, jazz and hip-hop. They'll also have a luau party.
Contact: 214-739-1737.
Web site: www.pcdance.net.

Sheena's Dance Academy Camps, Workshops and Classes
Ages: 3-adult.
Where: Sheena's Dance Academy,
7975 Stonebrook Parkway, Frisco.
When: June 24-Aug. 16. Times and days vary.
Cost: $50-$150.
Description: Beginner to professional-level classes in a variety of dance styles; drill team and cheer camps; hip-hop and Frisco Ballet workshops.
Contact: 972-712-1100.
Web site: www.sheenasdanceacademy.com.

Texas Ballet Theater School's Summer Camps and Workshops
Ages: 5-21.
In Richardson: Texas Ballet Theater School, 670 N. Coit Road, Richardson. June 2-Aug. 15. Weeklong dance camps for developing dancers, three-week intensive programs for intermediate to advanced ballet students and a weeklong jazz workshop are available. Call or check Web site for schedules and times. $75-$575. Contact: 214-369-5200, ext. 139.
In Fort Worth:
•Texas Ballet Theater School, 6845 Green Oaks Road, Fort Worth. June 23-July 12, three-week session 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Intensive program for intermediate ballet students ages 9-12. $800-$875. Registration deadline: May 30. Contact: 817-763-0207, ext. 112.
•Texas Christian University, 3000 S. University, Fort Worth. June 23-July 25, five-week session with varying times. Intensive program for intermediate to advanced ballet students ages 10-21. $1,300-$2,100. Registration deadline: May 30. Contact: 817-763-0207, ext. 112.
In Irving: Four Seasons, 4150 N. MacArthur, Irving. June 9-13, Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 4-8 learn ballet basics. Includes an end-of-camp performance for parents. $145. Contact: 817-763-0207, ext. 112.
Web site: www.texasballettheater.org.

Published in The Dallas Morning News: 04.04.08