Make This Summer Sparkle with Summer Dance Camps on James Island & in Nexton
Make This Summer Sparkle with Summer Dance Camps on James Island & in Nexton
2026 Summer Camps at Dance Camps in Summerville and on James Island
Ages 3–17 | Half-Day & Full-Day Options
Camps run weekly from June 8 – August 7
Keep your kids moving, learning, and creating all summer long! Our themed camps blend dance, games, crafts, and fun activities that keep every age engaged—from preschoolers to teens.
Full-day campers enjoy one neighborhood field trip each week, and all camps end with a Friday showcase so families can celebrate everything their dancers have learned.
With limited spots and something new each week, summer at Dance Moves is the perfect mix of movement, creativity, and connection.
Explore our camps below and register early—spots fill fast!
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Camp Schedule Overview
Flexible Options for Every Family
Half-Day Camps: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. or 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. (Soccer Shots only)
Full-Day Camps: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Sample Half-Day Camp Schedule (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)
- Arrival & Welcome: Check-in, bathroom break, light warm-up
- Theme Activity: Movement enrichment or themed focus
- Snack & Bathroom Break
- Movement Play: Games, free movement, dress up, show prep
- Arts & Crafts: Daily themed project
- Wrap-Up & Pick-Up
Sample Full-Day Camp Schedule (9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.)
- Arrival & Welcome
- Morning Enrichment: Dance, skill-building, themed activity
- Snack & Bathroom Break
- Movement Play & Creative Games
- Arts & Crafts
- Lunch & Quiet Time (movie or storytime)
- Afternoon Enrichment: Rehearsals or specialty activity
- Wrap-Up & Pick-Up
Half-Day Camp Descriptions
- K-Pop Demon Dancers: Mini Heroes (Ages 3–6) – High-energy K-Pop fun with creative choreography, crafts, and confidence-building adventures.
- K-Pop Demon Dancers: Rising Stars (Ages 7–12) – Dynamic routines, performance skills, and a show-stopping end-of-week performance.
- Spidey & Friends Camp (Ages 3–6) – Superhero-inspired dance, games, obstacle courses, and imaginative missions.
- Soccer Shots (Ages 3–6 | 12–3 p.m.) – Skill-building soccer games, teamwork, and confidence in a fun, encouraging environment led by Charleston’s own Soccer Shots. ***Combine with Spidey Camp to have a full-day experience.
- Glitter & Glam Fashion Camp (Ages 7–12) – Fashion design, runway walks, dance classes, and a sparkling fashion show.
- Disney Prince & Princess Camp (Ages 3–6) – Creative movement, storytelling, and magical crafts.
- Descendants Dance Camp (Ages 7–12) – High-energy choreography inspired by Descendants.
- Magic Kingdom Camp (Ages 3–6) – Disney-inspired dance, games, and storytelling.
- Empowerment Camp (Ages 11–17) – Mindfulness, journaling, yoga, sound healing, and expressive dance.
Full-Day Camp Descriptions
- Dance & Yoga Camp (Ages 3–7) – Movement, mindfulness, crafts, and relaxation. Please bring a yoga mat.
- Content Creator Camp (Ages 8–14) – Film, dance, edit, and create videos with a final channel trailer.
- Cheer & Dance Fusion (Ages 3–6) – Cheer basics, pom routines, jazz, and hip-hop.
- Cheer & Dance Fusion (Ages 7–12) – High-energy cheer and dance with team routines.
- Dance & Gymnastics with You Can Shine (Ages 3–6) – Dance and gymnastics camp with You Can Shine Gymnastics including floor work, bars, and vault.
- Musical Mash-Up Camp (Ages 7–12) – Singing, dancing, and acting from three musicals, concluding with a performance for families.
Frequently Asked Questions
Campers must be at least 3 years old, fully potty-trained, and independent in the bathroom.
Yes. Campers must be fully potty-trained and independent in the bathroom. No pull-ups allowed.
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Drop-off: 8:25 – 9:00 a.m.
Pick-up: 11:55 a.m. – 12:05 p.m.
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Drop-off: 8:55 – 9:00 a.m.
Pick-up: 2:50 – 3:00 p.m.
Half-day: Water bottle and simple snack.
Full-day: Water bottle, morning snack, and lunch.
Afternoon snack is provided for full-day campers.
Camp fees are due at enrollment and are non-refundable.
Yes, with at least two weeks’ notice, based on availability, at no additional charge.
