DFAC Summer Camp - Arts in Motion Ages 8-12

Variety of Performing Art Forms for Ages 8 - 12

This camp embraces the idea that art goes beyond just the traditional/visual and has opportunities to explore other “art-full” areas such as Music Theater, Dance, Circus Arts and Karate.

Please check dates/schedules for each week's focus

9am - 3pm

**Parent/Adult must sign their camper in and out daily and show I.D upon pick up.

Please double check current covid protocols at https://www.dfac.org/dfac-and-covid-19/

Before/Aftercare available for an additional fee.

Note: Tuition is non-refundable.

Week 1: We put the Art in Martial Arts: This camp explores Martial Arts styles from China, Mainland Japan and Okinawa. Classes are broken up into 3 blocks focused on different styles and a fourth block of art activities. The Importance of the Martial Arts and the Fine Arts as disciplines of respect, communication and expression are emphasized. You might even recognize a style appearing in Kung Fu Panda!

Week 2 & 9: Moovin’ And Groovin’ Dance ARTS: This camp specializes in a variety of dance styles! Learn new rhythms, styles of music & culture through fun motivational games. Bring a water bottle each day. A performance will be held at the end of the week.

Weeks 3 - 8: Music Theater: Young artists get the chance to create theater from the ground up! Participants will work together to produce an original piece with song and dance. Each week of themed dramatics culminates in a celebratory performance showcasing campers’ diligence and ingenuity.

Week 10: Dance & Circus Arts of Tampa Bay presents an exciting mini-version of their unique Circus Arts program. Students will explore the basics of Acrobatics, Hand Balancing, Juggling and Aerial Silks. Students’ strength and flexibility increases while learning the safety aspects of Circus training and the history of modern Circus.