$99
for 5 classesContemporary Dance 101: Spring Break Dance Camp!
Completed by 11 learners
Ages 8-13
Live Group Class
Live video meetings
5x per week, 1 week
4-12 learners per class
90 min
What's included
5 live meetings
7 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Make new friends, learn cool moves, and have a BLAST in one magical week of dancing with American Dance Training Camps! Our "Contemporary Dance 101" Spring Break Dance Camp for Beginners is a chance to come together while we're apart and explore the fundamentals & wide variety of techniques in contemporary dance. You'll have 90 minutes of live instruction/discussion with our top-notch dance instructors + 30 minutes of self-paced practice per-day. Recording will be available on-demand after each class. Over the course of 5 days, you'll learn 2 - 3 contemporary dance combinations, and get the chance to choreograph & share your own shorter solo. The choreographed routines we learn may take the form of a personal narrative, an allegory, a commentary on society, or an integration of many dance techniques. On Friday, you'll be invited to perform your group combinations & solos during class (optional)! During your 30 minutes of "Self-Paced Practice" (after class each day), we recommend you: 1) Practice dance combos (you get the chance to perform for each other on Friday) - video links will be shared! 2) Choreograph a solo for our Dance Idol Competition. This is optional, but our dance idol competition at our overnight camps is the highlight of the week for our campers, so we hope a lot of you will participate! Dancers should work on their solo a little bit every day (Mon - Thurs), and be ready to perform it in class on Friday. We will also have fun theme days Tuesday - Friday for camper spirit! Here's the Schedule at a Glance* MONDAY 10 - 10:15am Central ~ Warmup 10:15 - 10:30am Central ~ Camp Orientation + Word of the Day 10:30am - 10:55am Central ~ Contemporary Combo A 10:55 - 11:20am Central ~ Contemporary Combo B 11:20 - 11:30am Central ~ Cool Down + Discussion TUESDAY Theme ~ Spirit Day! Create at least 1 ADTC poster for your dance space... get creative with adding a favorite quote or mantra, etc. 10 - 10:20am Central ~ Warmup + Word of the Day 10:20 - 10:50am Central ~ Contemporary Combo B 10:50 - 11:20am Central ~ Contemporary Combo A 11:20 - 11:30am Central ~ Cool Down + Discussion WEDNESDAY Theme ~ Wacky Wednesday! Wear the wackiest outfit + accessories possible 10 - 10:20am Central ~ Warmup + Word of the Day 10:20 - 10:50am Central ~ Contemporary Combo C 10:50 - 11:05am Central ~ Review Combo A 11:05 - 11:20am Central ~ Review Combo C 11:20 - 11:30am Central ~ Cool Down + Discussion THURSDAY Theme ~ Camp-Oween! Wear your favorite costume 10 - 10:20am Central ~ Warmup + Word of the Day 10:20 - 10:50am Central ~ Contemporary Combo C 10:50 - 11:20am Central ~ Run Through All Combos A, B & C 11:20 - 11:30am Central ~ Cool Down + Discussion FRIDAY ~ Showtime! Wear color we assign Thursday 10 - 10:20am Central ~ Warmup + Word of the Day 10:20 - 10:50am Central ~ Share Dance Idol Solos 10:50 - 11:20am Central ~ Perform Combos A, B & C 11:20 - 11:30am Central ~ Cool Down + Discussion/Awards * Schedule is provided as an example and is subject to change! Whether you're an absolute beginner or have some dance experience, this Spring Break Dance Camp provides an opportunity to fall in love with contemporary dance in a safe & supportive space. We hope to dance with you soon!
Learning Goals
Our #1 goal is for dancers to have fun. You'll also gain confidence & develop personal style while increasing stamina, flexibility, musicality, and rhythm.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
We can't wait to see your dancer online soon! Just a few logistics to help you feel more prepared (& excited) for a fulfilling virtual dance experience with us...
HOW TO SET UP YOUR PHYSICAL SPACE:
Find a space in your house that is quiet and uncluttered - preferably an "open" space with no obstructions and room to dance. For contemporary dance, hard wood floors are best, but we can also make a carpeted space work.
Add some sparkle to your space (optional, but makes class even more awesome!) - deck out your space with positive messages & personality just like we do at ADTC! You can create posters w/ a favorite quote or inspirational design, add flowers, balloons, etc. Get parents' permission first & camp rules apply - no glue or paint on walls!
CREATING A SAFE EMOTIONAL SPACE:
Here's how we foster an uplifting and positive environment during class:
1. No put-downs (to yourself or anyone else)
2. No negative body language (rolling eyes, etc.)
AUDIO/VISUAL SET UP:
Grab your laptop or mobile device and power plug. Prop your laptop/mobile device up on a chair or stacked books so you can view it well. Alternatively, if you have a projector and screen or way to connect your laptop to a TV screen, you can project the class up there.
Turn up the volume. Use your headphones if you prefer (just note that earbuds may fall out during class or get in the way). Adjust the lighting in your space as needed.
INTERACTING WITH YOUR VIRTUAL CLASSROOM:
Log into the Zoom Waiting Room at least 5 minutes before class so you may resolve any technical issues. If it is your first time using Zoom, login at least 15 minutes prior.
Use the dancer name you used to register so that we know who you are! Say "hi" when you arrive via chat or your mic if audio is on. We'll mute you while dance class is in session, so send us a chat if you have an issue hearing or seeing us.
After class, we'll unmute everyone so we can make new friends, answer questions and get feedback about how class went. When you're ready to head out after class concludes, just end the meeting.
Supply List
For contemporary dance, we recommend traditional jazz shoes, lyrical half-soles, or dance paws/foot undeez. If safe in your space, dancers can also be barefoot or wear socks (or half-socks).
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
We're some of America's top choreographers - Broadway performers, finalists from your favorite dance TV shows, collegiate dance team competitors and even Radio City Rockettes! For 18 years, ADTC has offered the ULTIMATE overnight dance camp experience in beautiful locations nationwide. When life changed for all of us in 2020, we decided to "pivot" and use our expertise to create the ULTIMATE virtual dance experience. After 11 inspiring weeks of summer 2020 virtual dance camps, we're excited to offer more virtual dance classes & camps through Outschool.
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