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The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Dance Intensive

The Chicago Academy for the Arts, 1010 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60642 · ★ 4.4 (58 reviews)

A summer intensive for middle school students focusing on various dance techniques and performance.

▌ Editor's read The Chicago Academy for the Arts, established in 1981, operates this Summer Dance Intensive. The program is specifically designed for middle school students (ages 11-14) and focuses on developing foundational dance techniques in ballet, modern, jazz, and hip-hop. The camp runs for two weeks, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, culminating in an informal showing for families. The Academy itself is an accredited independent high school, suggesting a structured and professional environment for the summer program. While the website mentions faculty, it does not explicitly state a background check policy for summer staff. Social media links for Instagram and Facebook are present on the main Academy website.
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Who thrives here Ages 11–14

The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Dance Intensive 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
1984 (42 years)
Operator
School program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Money & Policies

Financial aid
Available Apply →

We do not offer scholarships for the Middle School Programs but do offer seasonal discounts. Follow us on Instagram or Facebook to see what we’re offering.

Session lengths
5-day (full week) · 10-day
What campers take home
Students in 2D Animation and Film & Photography will have a screening of their projects. Creative Writing students will have a showcase. Songwriting students will create, record, and perform an EP of three original songs.

Details

  • Category: Dance
  • Ages: 11–14
  • Hours: Not mentioned
  • Address: 1015 W. Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60642
  • Phone: (312) 421-0202
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Two-week intensive (June 8-18) for students entering grades 7-10 costs $550. One-week intensive (June 22-26) for students entering grades 5-8 costs $550.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Dance Intensive

What ages does The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Dance Intensive accept?
The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Dance Intensive is open to children ages 11–14. 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 The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Dance Intensive cost?
The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Dance Intensive doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Two-week intensive (June 8-18) for students entering grades 7-10 costs $550. One-week intensive (June 22-26) for students entering grades 5-8 costs $550. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Dance Intensive's hours?
The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Dance Intensive runs Not mentioned. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Dance Intensive?
The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Dance Intensive is operated by a school program, with 42 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 The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Dance Intensive provide lunch?
The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Dance Intensive 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 The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Dance Intensive offer financial aid?
Yes — The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Dance Intensive offers financial aid or scholarships. Most camp aid is need-based, application-based, and awarded on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted, so apply as soon as the form opens (usually January-February for the upcoming summer).

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