Jr. Contemporary Movers B (ages 4-5)
A half-day dance camp for 4-5 year olds in San Francisco, focusing on creative movement.
▌ Editor's read The ODC Dance website loads successfully and provides information about their summer dance programs, including the Jr. Contemporary Movers B camp for ages 4-5. ODC Dance is a nonprofit organization founded in 1971 by Brenda Way, indicating over 50 years of operation. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios. There is no explicit language regarding staff background checks on the summer camp pages. The program is a day camp, offering various dance styles for different age groups. Google reviews for 'ODC Dance' show a strong rating of 4.8 stars based on 178 reviews, with reviewers frequently praising the quality of instruction and the positive environment. Social media handles found are @odc_dance on Instagram and ODCDance on Facebook.
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Since 197353+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 4–5
Jr. Contemporary Movers B (ages 4-5) is geared toward early-childhood campers — ages where ritual, repetition, and short activity blocks land better than long instructional sessions. dance programs at this age work best when the day length matches the child's attention threshold and the staff knows how to handle separation moments without escalating them.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 1973 (53 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Money & Policies
- Session lengths
- 5-day (full week) · 10-day
- What campers take home
- Each week culminates in an informal performance for families, showcasing newfound skills and creativity.
Details
- Category: Dance
- Ages: 4–5
- Hours: Saturdays 11
- Address: ODC Dance Commons, 351 Shotwell St, San Francisco, CA 94110
- Phone: (707) 653-5541
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Tuition is $200 for an 8-week session.
↗ What parents like
- Creative dance focus
- Develops coordination and confidence
↘ Watch for
- 8-week commitment
- Registration fee
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about Jr. Contemporary Movers B (ages 4-5)
- What ages does Jr. Contemporary Movers B (ages 4-5) accept?
- Jr. Contemporary Movers B (ages 4-5) is open to children ages 4–5. 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 Jr. Contemporary Movers B (ages 4-5) cost?
- Jr. Contemporary Movers B (ages 4-5) publishes $25/week for the standard session. Tuition is $200 for an 8-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Jr. Contemporary Movers B (ages 4-5)'s hours?
- Jr. Contemporary Movers B (ages 4-5) runs Saturdays 11. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Jr. Contemporary Movers B (ages 4-5)?
- Jr. Contemporary Movers B (ages 4-5) is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 53 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Jr. Contemporary Movers B (ages 4-5) provide lunch?
- Jr. Contemporary Movers B (ages 4-5) 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 Jr. Contemporary Movers B (ages 4-5) compare to other dance camps in San Francisco?
- Jr. Contemporary Movers B (ages 4-5) is one of 32 dance camps in San Francisco 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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