Dance camps give students the opportunity to learn a variety of dance techniques and express their creativity.
Designed to heighten awareness and appreciation of dance as an art form, our curriculum teaches techniques in various disciplines and presents dance as a means of communication and creative expression.
Camps are fun, challenging, age-appropriate and serve as a great introduction to the dance world while promoting a physically active lifestyle.
2023 Summer Day Camp Registration
OI members have priority access to register for camps during a special members-only registration period from 9am Monday, February 13 through Wednesday, February 15, 2023
Public registration opens at 9am February 16, 2023.
Online Registration Available: This year, we are pleased to announce online registration will again be available during our members-only registration period!
To gain registration access, you must be logged in to your online membership account. If you are unsure if you have an online membership account or need a refresher on how to access your account, please review the Accessing Your OI Online Account Instructions.
We strongly recommend that you log in to your account prior to registration opening day to ensure you have the correct login credentials and your membership is active and attached to your account.
If you’re having any issues accessing your account, we’re here to help. We want you to get the full value of your member benefits.
June – August, 2023: Private Dance and Tumbling Lessons
Private instruction in ballet, tap, jazz, tumbling and various other styles as requested. All ages.
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Ages: All
Meets: By Appointment
Instructor(s): Various
$25 per half hour
June 12-16, 2023: Disney Princess Ballet Dance Camp Session 1 (June 12-16)
Enjoy a week of princess training filled with ballet and acrobatics instruction along with creative movement styles of jazz and lyrical. Each day will focus on a different princess including Elsa, Belle, Cinderella, and many more. Children may come dressed as their favorite character.
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Ages: 3-9
Meets: 12-1:30pm, June 12-16
Begins: June 12
Duration: 5 days
Instructor: Kimberlee Kafana
$105/$85 OI members
June 12-16, 2023: Cirque’ de Ballet: Advanced Elite
A continuation of the Cirque’ de Ballet class. Intermediate to advanced level training. Students must have previously taken a class with Miss Kim and have a minimum of 3 years ballet and acrobatics/tumbling training.
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Ages: 9 & up
Meets: 1:30-3:30pm, June 12-16
Begins: June 12
Duration: 5 days
Instructor: Kimberlee Kafana
$115/$95 OI members
June 12-16, 2023: Cirque’ de Ballet: Petite Intro
Designed for the student who has never taken a Cirque de Ballet camp or class. Elements of ballet and extreme acrobatics will merge to create beautiful combinations to Cirque de Ballet music and style. Students interested in the fall Cirque de Ballet class are encouraged to take this class. Ballet knowledge and experience is helpful.
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Ages: 6-10
Meets: 3:30-4:30pm, June 12-16
Begins: June 12
Duration: 5 days
Instructor: Kimberlee Kafana
$80/$65 OI members
June 12-16, 2023: Internet Safety & Self Defense
Taught by former City of Wheeling detective Matt Taylor, this course teaches empowerment and wellness, while instilling the confidence to protect and defend oneself. Learn evading and escape techniques and how to effectively protect yourself from being physically bullied. Internet safety, etiquette, and cyber bullying will also be covered. Beneficial for those going to residential summer camps and/or college.
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Ages: 12-18
Meets: 4:30-5:30pm, June 12-16
Begins: June 12
Duration: 5 days
Instructor: Matt Taylor
$80/$65 OI members
June 12-16, 2023: Pointe Camp I & II
Work on technique, strength, barre, and center. Must have at least three years ballet experience.
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Ages: 10 & up
Meets: 3:30-4:30pm (beginners); 4:30-5:30pm (intermediate/advanced) June 12-16
Begins: June 12
Duration: 5 days
Instructor: Cheryl Pompeo
$80/$65 OI members
June 12-16, 2023: Intro into Ballet and Tap Camp
Designed for children with little or no dance experience, this camp is a wonderful opportunity to explore the world of dance and prepare for fall classes.
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Ages: Grades 1-5
Meets: 5:30-6:30pm June 12-16
Begins: June 12
Duration: 5 days
Instructor: Cheryl Pompeo
$80/$65 OI members
June 19-23, 2023: Summer Dance & Vocal Intensive
Focused training in the disciplines of ballet, jazz, contemporary, hip hop, modern, and vocal coaching from highly accomplished guest faculty to help prepare students for success in today’s diverse world of dance. There will be a showcase on Friday afternoon.
Students must bring their own water bottle and yoga mat.
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Ages: 6-21
Meets: 9am-5pm, June 19-23
Begins: Monday, June 19
Duration: 5 days
Instructor(s): Michael Greer, Mara Newbery Greer, Kimberlee Kafana, Kalista J’lyse Kafana, Cheryl Pompeo, and Bill Stephens
$425 per student (includes lunch and t-shirt)
June 19-23, 2023: Dance Sampler
Celebrate dance through the fundamentals of ballet, tap, jazz, and tumbling. A perfect way to start your child on the correct path in dance education.
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Ages: 3 ½ – Kindergarten
Meets: 5:30-6:30pm, June 19-23
Begins: June 19
Duration: 5 days
Instructor: Cheryl Pompeo
$80/$65 OI members
June 27-28, 2023: Acting and Dance Through Song: Learn Audition Techniques
Join actor, musician, and theatrical producer Ryan McCurdy for a two-day workshop that will focus on strengthening each performer’s voice to bring greater tonal clarity and dynamic.
The concepts and methods taught throughout this course teach actors, singers, and dancers how to engage the lyrics of both musical theater and popular rep. Through specific repeatable techniques, both physical and mental, performers of all disciplines discover the core of a song by creating specificity and truth that keep the singer in the moment.
Workshop includes one day of one-on-one training with individual performers and one day of group instruction, which can include performances from the first day’s work or in-the-moment work using traditional and popular melodies. Students are required to bring a song with sheet music they wish to work on during the workshop.
More about the instructor: Ryan McCurdy is an actor-musician and theatrical producer with Broadway, Off-Broadway, and regional stage credits. He also has film and television experience and a background in both public and private education.
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Ages: 12 & up
Meets: 10am-3pm, June 27 & 28
Begins: June 27
Duration: 2 days
Instructor: Ryan McCurdy
$160
July 10-14, 2023: Annie Musical Camp
It won’t be a “Hard Knock Life” for students as they discover the sun will come out “Tomorrow” through the exploration of dance, theater, and music. A performance will take place 1:30pm Friday, July 14 at Stifel Fine Arts Center for family & friends.
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Ages: Grades K-7
Meets: 9am-3pm, July 10-14
Begins: July 10
Duration: 5 days
Instructor: Cheryl Pompeo and Kimberlee Kafana
$190/$160 OI members (includes t-shirt)
July 10-14, 2023: Gumby Kids Class
For children who have taken sessions and are aware of basic acrobatic skills. Emphasis will be on increasing flexibility tricks while improving form & technique through proper progressions. Taught to the needs of each child’s ability.
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Ages: Entering grade 1-5
Meets: 3-4pm July 10-14
Begins: July 10
Duration: 5 days
Instructor: Kimberlee Kafana
$80/$65 OI members
July 17-21, 2023: Disney Princess Ballet Dance Camp Session 2 (July 17-21)
Enjoy a week of princess training filled with ballet and acrobatics instruction along with creative movement styles of jazz and lyrical. Each day will focus on a different princess including Elsa, Belle, Cinderella, and many more. Children may come dressed as their favorite character.
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Ages: 3-9
Meets: 12-1:30pm, July 17-21
Begins: July 17
Duration: 5 days
Instructor: Kimberlee Kafana
$105/$85 OI members
July 17-21, 2023: Baby & Me
Creative movement and play for babies and adults. Using mats, parachutes, and tunnels, work on socialization and motor skills.
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Ages: 1-2 with participating adult
Meets: 5:30-6:30pm, July 17-21
Begins: July 17
Duration: 5 days
Instructor: Kimberlee Kafana
$80/$65 OI members