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Summerdance Jun 15-19

San Francisco, CA · $675/week · ★ 4.6 (103 reviews)

ODC/Dance offers Summerdance, a day camp in San Francisco providing dance instruction and creative exploration for...

▌ Editor's read The ODC/Dance Summerdance website loads successfully and provides detailed information about their summer camp programs. ODC/Dance is a non-profit organization, celebrating 50 years of operation since its founding by Brenda Way. The camp offers day programs for various age groups, including Creative Dance (ages 5-7), Dance Camp (ages 8-12), and Teen Dance (ages 13-18), with options for different dance styles and creative activities. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios. While the site does not explicitly state background checks for staff, it does emphasize experienced instructors. Google reviews for ODC/Dance generally show a high rating, averaging 4.8 stars from over 100 reviews, with many praising the quality of instruction and positive environment. The camp's social media presence includes an active Instagram handle @odcdance and Facebook page ODCdance.
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Since 197650+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 8–12

Summerdance Jun 15-19 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
1976 (50 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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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: 8–12
  • Hours: 9:30 AM-4:30 PM
  • Address: ODC Dance Commons, 351 Shotwell St, San Francisco, CA 94110
  • Phone: (415) 863-9834
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $675 per week, $1250 for both weeks ($100 discount)

Runs 9:30 AM-4:30 PM, 2 sessions (2 one-week), from Jul 6 to Jul 17.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

  • Session 1 Jul 6 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $675
  • Session 2 Jul 13 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $675

↗ What parents like

  • Full day of activities
  • Informal performance for families

↘ Watch for

  • Only two weeks available

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: indoor

Frequently asked about Summerdance Jun 15-19

What ages does Summerdance Jun 15-19 accept?
Summerdance Jun 15-19 is open to children ages 8–12. 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 Summerdance Jun 15-19 cost?
Summerdance Jun 15-19 publishes $675/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Summerdance Jun 15-19's hours?
Summerdance Jun 15-19 runs 9:30 AM-4:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Summerdance Jun 15-19?
Summerdance Jun 15-19 is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 50 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 Summerdance Jun 15-19 provide lunch?
Summerdance Jun 15-19 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 Summerdance Jun 15-19 compare to other dance camps in San Francisco?
Summerdance Jun 15-19 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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