SUMMER SESSIONS
2026 Summer Dance Camps
Creative Dance Camps
This summer camp is an intro to ballet and creative movement. Each day we will bring our imagination to life through dance, music, and art projects. Students will learn classroom etiquette, basic ballet skills, creative movement, and develop respect for other dancers.
Students can wear dance attire and ballet shoes. Please bring a water bottle and snacks.
Ages 3-4*: 9am-12pm: Mon 6/1, Tues 6/2, Wed 6/3, & Thurs 6/4
Ages 5-6: 9am-12pm: Mon 6/8, Tues 6/9, Wed 6/10, Thurs 6/11
*Dancers must be 3yrs old by 6/1/26. No exceptions.
*Graduation out of diapers and the ability to use the restroom with minimal assistance is expected.
$240 / Session
Instructor: Kelsey Trottier
Performance Camp Opportunities
Palm Arts Dance and Telluride Dance Collective are excited to collaborate for the second summer in a row to offer a dance performance opportunity for local and visiting youth dancers in the annual Telluride Dance Collective’s performance, “Mass Movement”, at the Michael D. Palm Theatre. Dancers will receive 2 comp tickets for family and friends to attend the show on Friday, June 12th.
Performance Camp: ‘Mini Movement’ - AGE 7 to 11
Dancers will explore a range of dance genres including ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop and contemporary. This camp will empower dancers to learn different dance styles while building confidence. Throughout the week dancers will learn choreography and prepare to perform on the Palm main stage in Telluride Dance Collective’s annual ‘Mass Movement’ performance taking place this year on Friday, June 12th at 7pm (dancers will arrive at 6pm). Participation is optional and there are no additional performance fees.
Please wear activewear or dance clothing. Bring tap shoes and clean sneakers. Each day dancers should bring a water bottle, lunch and snacks for outdoor breaks. Dancers will have a lunch break halfway through each day in camp.
Session One: 9am-3pm: Mon 6/1, Tues 6/2, Wed 6/3, & Thurs 6/4
Session Two: 9am-3pm: Mon 6/8, Tues 6/9, Wed 6/10, & Thurs 6/11
10% discount for attending both sessions! Enter code: MM2WEEKS
$480 / Session
Instructor: Katie Shewbridge
Performance Camp: ‘Mass Movement’ - AGE 12+
Dancers will be led through dance conditioning exercises to develop strength, flexibility and technique. Throughout the week dancers will learn contemporary dance choreography and prepare to perform on the Palm mainstage in Telluride Dance Collective’s annual Mass Movement performance taking place this year on Friday, June 12th at 7pm (dancers will arrive at 6pm). Participation is optional and there are no additional performance fees. Please wear dance attire, hair pulled back & bring a water bottle.
Session One: 1pm-4pm: Mon 6/1, Tues 6/2, Wed 6/3, & Thurs 6/4
Session Two: 1pm-4pm: Mon 6/8, Tues 6/9, Wed 6/10, & Thurs 6/11
10% discount for attending both sessions! Enter code: MM2WEEKS
$240 / Session
Instructor: Kelsey Trottier
Back to School Dance Week
REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 1ST
Middle School & High School Dancers
A hybrid week of dance to prepare dancers for the upcoming fall performance session. Days will alternate between dance conditioning class and ballet technique class.
Monday August 24th | Dance Conditioning
Tuesday August 25th | Ballet Technique
Wednesday August 26th | Dance Conditioning
Thursday August 27th | Ballet Technique
5pm-6:15pm $80 / Session
Instructors: Katie Shewbridge & Nicole Hattler
Interested in individualized dance camp/intensive opportunities?
Gather a group of five or more students and we can tailor an experience to the interests of your dancers!
Email us at kshewbridge@telluridepalm.com