Debbie Allen Dance Academy Summer Intensives
The Debbie Allen Dance Academy offers intensive summer dance programs in Los Angeles, focusing on various dance styles for aspiring dancers.
▌ Editor's read The Debbie Allen Dance Academy website loads successfully and provides information on its summer intensives. The academy was founded by Debbie Allen, an acclaimed artist, and has been operating for 24 years, indicating a long-standing presence in dance education. The summer intensives are day programs, offering training in various dance styles. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or state licensing information. There is no explicit mention of staff background checks. Google reviews for 'Debbie Allen Dance Academy' show a strong rating of 4.8 stars from 195 reviews, with many reviewers praising the quality of instruction and the inspiring environment. Social media presence is strong with an active Instagram (@debbieallendanceacademy) and Facebook (DebbieAllenDanceAcademy) page.
Who thrives here Ages 8–18
Debbie Allen Dance Academy Summer Intensives is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. dance programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 2002 (24 years)
- Operator
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Dance
- Ages: 8–18
- Address: 1850 S. Manhattan Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90019
- Phone: (310) 280-9145
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $2,300/4-week session (Intensive), Not listed (Early Bird)
↗ What parents like
- Close to home
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about Debbie Allen Dance Academy Summer Intensives
- What ages does Debbie Allen Dance Academy Summer Intensives accept?
- Debbie Allen Dance Academy Summer Intensives is open to children ages 8–18. 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 Debbie Allen Dance Academy Summer Intensives cost?
- Debbie Allen Dance Academy Summer Intensives publishes $575/week for the standard session. $2,300/4-week session (Intensive), Not listed (Early Bird) Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Does Debbie Allen Dance Academy Summer Intensives provide lunch?
- Debbie Allen Dance Academy Summer Intensives 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.
- How does Debbie Allen Dance Academy Summer Intensives compare to other dance camps in Los Angeles?
- Debbie Allen Dance Academy Summer Intensives is one of 34 dance camps in Los Angeles 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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