This performing arts camp introduces students to a wide range of performing arts skills including dance, theatre, circus, and more! Classes are divided into groups based on age and experience. Students will also participate in arts-related crafts, activities, and team-building games throughout the camp.

An intermediate-level dance class building on the skills learned in Foundations I. Dancers will refine technical precision, balance, and transitions while exploring more complex choreography and musical phrasing. The class emphasizes connecting emotion and intention to movement, helping performers dance with both strong technique and compelling storytelling.

Get ready to move, groove, and have a blast at Dance Camp! Campers will learn three exciting routines in pom, jazz, and hip-hop while sharpening their technique, playing fun games, and building confidence for a show-stopping performance. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned dancer, this camp is perfect for all skill levels. Join us for an unforgettable week of music, movement, and memories!

Foundations III is an advanced-level dance class designed for students who have completed Foundations II or have equivalent training. This class builds on prior skills while focusing on advanced technical precision, musicality, and performance storytelling. Students will tackle challenging choreography, refine transitions, and explore dynamic expression to elevate their stage presence.

This intensive features Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical, PBT, Pointe, and Leaps & Turns. It is divided into groups based on age and skill level and will include a placement class on the first day of the intensive. This intensive is offered to all dancers ages 6-18 and does not require an audition to participate. 1-week, 2-week, and 3-week options available.​

Step into an immersive dance experience this summer with our Pre-Professional Dance Intensive — an opportunity for dedicated dancers to refine their skills. Led by renowned guest instructors, the program offers technique enhancement, and creative exploration. Personalized feedback cultivates each student's unique artistic expression. 1-week, 2-week, and 3-week options available.​

Webster University's Department of Dance presents our five-day senior dance intensive for intermediate and advanced dancers. This program is designed for high-school and college-aged students. Dancers can expect to be challenged technically and artistically through a wide range of classes taught by Webster Dance faculty and professional artists from the region. In addition to daily ballet and contemporary classes, students will train in jazz, musical theatre dance, improvisation, hip-hop and aerial. Daily lunchtime discussions will explore topics important to aspiring dancers, including audition trips, injury prevention and treatment, and dance in college and beyond.

Designed for beginners, Foundations I introduces students to the fundamentals of ballet, jazz, and musical theatre movement. Dancers will learn proper alignment, balance, and rhythm while developing coordination, flexibility, and strength. The focus is on building confidence in movement, understanding dance terminology, and discovering how to tell stories through dance. Each class combines structured technique with creative expression in a supportive, encouraging environment.

This one-week intensive focuses on learning and refining ballet choreography from the 2026 fall ballet production. Students will develop performance quality, musicality, and precision while working closely with faculty on production repertoire. Participation in the intensive includes the opportunity to perform in the fall ballet production at The Purser Center Theatre in Chesterfield.

Webster University's Department of Dance presents our four-day junior dance intensive for intermediate and advanced dancers. This program is designed for students aged 10-14 (rising 6th to 8th grade). Dancers can expect to be challenged technically and artistically through a wide range of classes taught by Webster Dance faculty and professional artists from the region. In addition to daily ballet and contemporary classes, students will train in jazz, musical theatre dance, improvisation, hip-hop and aerial. Daily lunchtime discussions will explore topics important to aspiring dancers, including audition trips, injury prevention and treatment, and dance in college and beyond.

Our 30 week youth dance program offers an entire school year of instruction in the art of dance. The Spring Dance Rehearsal is May 20, and the Recital is May 21 at 6 PM at the Keating Performing Arts Center at Kirkwood High School.

Broaden your dance experience socially, culturally, and technically by performing dances that reach through the ages. Whether you have been to a BYU dance camp in the past or this is your first year, you will enjoy this truly unique and memorable experience. This summer, “travel the world” with the magic and music of international folk dancing! Enjoy three days of vigorous dancing, beautiful music, and imaginative instruction! Learn dances from a variety of world cultures. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just eager to perform some of the world’s most exciting dances, you’ll learn skills at this camp that will enhance every aspect of your life! The fun, lively movements of folk dancing will increase your balance, agility, strength, and coordination while improving your awareness of the cultures in current world events.

The Ballet Studio is COCA's Junior Ballet Intensive for ages 9–15. This full-day program runs Monday through Friday (with no class on July 3) for three weeks (JUN 29–JUL17) and includes classes in ballet, modern, and character techniques. The ballet curriculum focuses on pirouettes, petite allegro, adagio, pre-pointe, and pointe (for those already on pointe). The Boys Ballet program emphasizes jumps and turns. Students also concentrate on elements that enhance their training as performing artists, including musicality, expressive movement, and character development. One classical ballet is selected for in-depth study, and dancers learn the process of preparing for a performance, which includes both ensemble pieces and variations from the ballet. The intensive is divided into two sections based on each dancer's ability. Participants must have completed Ballet II, IIA, III, IV, or V (if currently enrolled at COCA), or have completed three years of classical ballet training, ages 7 and older. The program culminates in a free performance open to family and friends on Friday, July 17. Audition Requirement: Auditions take place at COCA's Regional Summer Intensive Auditions (RSIA) from January 16–18. Alternatively, you can contact Norma Gabriel, Ballet Studio Coordinator, at ngabriel@cocastl.org to submit a video audition.

Classes may include Contemporary, Contemporary Jazz, K-Pop, African Dance, Lyrical, Acting for Dancers, Latin American Dance, Voguing, Improvisation, and Creating Choreography.

Get ready to light up the night! Join us for a Family Disco Glow in the Dark Dance Party - an evening packed with music, movement, and glowing fun for all ages. The lights will be low, the music will be pumping, and the dance floor will shine with glow sticks, neon decor, and your best moves! Families are encouraged to dress in bright or white clothing to glow under the black lights. Participants will enjoy a pizza dinner & dessert, dancing and craft. Enjoy a group dance-off, and plent of photo-worthy moments.