On the Edge Dance Studio
On the Edge Dance Studio offers a variety of summer dance camps in Culver City, focusing on different styles for various age groups and skill levels.
▌ Editor's read The On the Edge Dance Studio website loads successfully and provides information about their summer dance camps. The studio is not accredited by the ACA. The 'About Us' page identifies Melissa Schade as the founder and director. The program type is day camp, offering various dance styles like ballet, jazz, hip hop, and acro for ages 3-18. Camps are structured by age and skill level, with weekly themes and a performance at the end of each session. The website does not mention staff-to-camper ratios or background checks for staff. Google reviews for 'On the Edge Dance Studio' show a rating of 4.9 stars based on 47 reviews, with parents frequently praising the quality of instruction and the positive, supportive environment. The studio appears to be a for-profit entity. Social media handles found are @otedance on Instagram and otedance on Facebook.
Who thrives here Ages 4–17
On the Edge Dance Studio sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right dance fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Dance
- Ages: 4–17
- Hours: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
- Address: 5563 Sepulveda Blvd, Ste D, Culver City, CA 90230
- Phone: (310) 730-6503
- Cost notes: $425 early registration rate
↗ What parents like
- Extended care available
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about On the Edge Dance Studio
- What ages does On the Edge Dance Studio accept?
- On the Edge Dance Studio is open to children ages 4–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does On the Edge Dance Studio cost?
- On the Edge Dance Studio publishes $425/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are On the Edge Dance Studio's hours?
- On the Edge Dance Studio runs 10:00 AM–4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs On the Edge Dance Studio?
- On the Edge Dance Studio is operated by a private business. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does On the Edge Dance Studio provide lunch?
- On the Edge Dance Studio does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
- Does On the Edge Dance Studio offer extended care?
- Yes — On the Edge Dance Studio offers extended care (Early drop-off at 9:00 AM). Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
- How does On the Edge Dance Studio compare to other dance camps in Culver City?
- On the Edge Dance Studio is one of 7 dance camps in Culver City that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
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