Celebrating its 24th year, Latin Ballet of Virginia has proudly provided art education camps in an exciting and unique format! Inspiring children’s self-expression for intellectual growth our Summer Camp Series is sure to boost self-confidence and cultural interests!

The Latin Ballet of Virginia strongly believes in the arts’ ability to inspire the youth. Students develop notable self-confidence, a sense of discipline and the joy of sharing skills; discovering a greater regard for dance and connecting dance forms to specific language and culture.

Summer Camp this year and all camps include classes that explore various dance techniques including classical ballet, flamenco, Latin American dances, contemporary dance,  gymnastics, hip-hop, in addition includes classes such as dance history, creative movement, drums and percussion, arts and crafts, story telling, and much more.

Our unique program is taught by professional dancers and musicians, of the Latin Ballet of Virginia, who have years of performance and teaching experience to share with each student. Classes are held in professional dance studios and art classrooms. Each of the sessions culminates in a performance by the students, incorporating what they have learned throughout the camp.

Camp Requirements

• All students need to bring lunch and snacks.

• Any color and style leotard and exercise clothes, Ballet shoes, Jazz sneakers or Jazz shoes are necessary for the dance classes.

• An old t-shirt will be necessary for the Arts and Crafts classes.

• A sweat-shirt to warm up after exercising (sometimes the air conditioner during the summer time can be very cold after cooling off exercises).

• Children can be dropped off as early as 8:30am

• Pick-up time is as late as 4:00pm

Instructors

Philosophy

Our philosophy and motivation is to inspire and teach while bringing joy through the art of dance.

Example of Summer Day Camp Schedule
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Classes are customized by age.
Full schedule to be posted soon.

Mondays & Wednesdays

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS

Class Description

Half or Full Day available for younger dancers. Please contact us to inquire.

Movers & Shakers

Will explore the world of creative movement and rhythms with a tropical flair. Through the use of games and props, children will become comfortable moving and dancing creatively, while gaining confidence to express themselves artistically.
Clothing: Exercise clothes – Bare feet

Techno Hip Hop

A form of high-energy street dance that incorporates dance technique while moving rapidly to advance skills. 
Clothing: Exercise clothes – Jazz sneakers

Latin Ballet: Basic Ballet technique class focusing on classical Spanish and Latin American dances. Most of the ballet exercises are performed to Latin American music and rhythms. Clothing: Leotard and tights of any color, ballet slippers

Latin Jazz: Latin jazz technique with authentic Latin American dances such as salsa, merengue, cha cha cha, samba, reggae and mambo.
Clothing: Exercise clothes – Bare feet

Modern Jazz: This class encompasses a wide range of contemporary dance forms, from basic modern to jazz techniques.
Clothing: Exercise clothes – bare feet

Dance Improvisation: Dance Improvisation explores creative movement and dance through games and exercises without concentrating on dance technique. This class gives students the freedom to express themselves creatively and artistically.
Clothing: Exercise clothes – bare feet

Dance History: By looking at video tapes, coloring and drawing, participating in acting skills and games, reading and writing; children will learn about dance history and its evolution.

Arts & Crafts: Focuses on drawing, coloring and on the construction of a scrapbook of the camp’s activities.

Drums & Percussion: Children will explore Caribbean and South American rhythms by learning to play percussion instruments.

Dance Theater: Dance Theater teaches students “on stage” performance techniques, while learning some basic theater skills.

Fiesta: An hour of fun games, dancing, acting, singing, and creating their own choreography. All students will participate in a big party.

Story Telling: Students will learn of legends, traditions and the history of the Americas and Spain.