With school out for summer, you may be wondering how to keep your child occupied for the next few months. Given how much free time they'll have, consider summer dance camp. Integrating both the immersive fun of summer camp and the excitement of dance classes, these intensive programs are as educational as they are enjoyable. Here are some of the reasons why they're excellent investments.

Why Your Child Should Attend Summer Dance Camp

1. New Styles & Skills

Many summer dance camps are designed for variety, making them suitable for dancers of every background; it's never just one type of dance class. If you have a child who's only done ballet but wants to explore other styles, camp is one of the most welcoming places for them to explore. 

2. Build Friendships

Not only will students encounter new styles and skills, but they'll also meet new people in these dance classes. A summer camp is always a great opportunity for your child to build solid friendships, but already having a love for dance makes it even easier. Spending time together day in and day out for so many hours at a time can make these friendships bloom into lifelong relationships. 

3. Increase Independence

Even while building friendships, time spent away from home helps improve a child's sense of independence. Dealing with challenges without immediate assistance from a parent fosters both confidence and resilience. These challenges can be specific to the camp, such as struggling to make time to practice what they've learned in their dance classes, or it can be universal, like dealing with a dispute between friends. 

Whether for ballet or hip hop, if you're seeking a summer dance camp for your child, get in touch with Elite Dance and Performing Arts Center. For nearly a decade, this Woodland Hills, CA, studio has taught dance classes for children and teens. They have two camp programs, one for ages 7–12 and another for those 13 years and older. Learn more about the camps on their online brochure. If you have any questions, call (818) 704-1490.