Summer Dance Camp
in Columbia, MD
5 themed camps for kids ages 3–13. Princess Camp, TikTok Camp, Hip Hop, and more — at BCV Dance Center, Columbia's favorite dance studio since 1983.
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Why Families Choose BCV Summer Dance Camp
We've been running summer camps in Columbia, MD for over 40 years. Here's what makes us different.
40+ Years of Excellence
Founded in 1983, BCV Dance Center has been Columbia's trusted dance studio for over four decades. We know how to run a summer camp that kids beg to come back to.
Expert, Nurturing Teachers
Our faculty are trained dance professionals who know how to make every child feel celebrated and successful. Safety, confidence, and joy are our priorities.
A Real Performance
Every camp ends with a performance for family and friends. Kids work toward a real goal, and parents get a front-row seat to something magical.
Our 5 Themed Summer Dance Camps
Every camp is one week long and designed for a specific age range and interest. No dance experience required!
Princess Camp
Ages 3–7 · Half-Day
Our most magical camp! Each day, dancers learn a brand-new princess-themed routine — think Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Frozen, and more. Between dance sessions, campers create whimsical crafts, play princess-themed games, and enjoy a royal tea party. The week ends with a breathtaking Royal Coronation Performance that parents will talk about for years.
What Campers Learn:
- ✨ Ballet basics and graceful movement
- ✨ Creative expression through storytelling
- ✨ Classroom confidence and stage presence
- ✨ How to work as part of an ensemble
All That Jazz
Ages 5–10 · Half-Day
Jazz dance is the perfect combination of technique and fun — and this camp brings both in full force. Campers learn age-appropriate jazz choreography set to upbeat, contemporary music. They'll discover jazz isolations, turns, leaps, and how to bring energy and personality to every move. By the end of the week, they'll have a full routine ready to perform for the whole family.
What Campers Learn:
- 🎵 Jazz fundamentals and vocabulary
- 🎵 Turns, leaps, and across-the-floor combinations
- 🎵 Rhythm, musicality, and performance quality
- 🎵 Full jazz choreography for the showcase
So You Think You Can Dance
Ages 6–12 · Full-Day
Inspired by the hit TV show, this immersive full-day camp gives dancers the complete dance experience. Each day features a different style — ballet in the morning, jazz after lunch, contemporary in the afternoon, and more. Campers build incredible versatility, discover which styles they love, and develop the confidence to perform across multiple genres. Ends with a spectacular multi-style showcase.
What Campers Learn:
- 💃 Multiple dance styles in one week
- 💃 Versatility and adaptability as a dancer
- 💃 Technique across different disciplines
- 💃 Teamwork and ensemble performance skills
TikTok Camp
Ages 7–13 · Half-Day
The camp kids are begging for! Campers learn the hottest TikTok choreography and trending viral dances — but they also discover the proper technique behind every move. Our instructors break down what makes these dances work, how to execute them cleanly, and how to add personal style. Campers also create their own original routine. A parent showcase at the end will leave everyone cheering.
What Campers Learn:
- 📱 Trending choreography with proper technique
- 📱 How to learn choreography quickly
- 📱 Personal style and creative expression
- 📱 Original routine creation and performance
Hip Hop Camp
Ages 6–13 · Half-Day
Get ready to bring the heat! Hip Hop Camp is our most high-energy offering — a week of beats, moves, and attitude (the good kind). Campers learn age-appropriate hip hop choreography, freestyle fundamentals, breaking basics, and how to command a stage. Set to music kids actually love, this camp is a confidence explosion from day one. The final performance will have the whole audience on their feet.
What Campers Learn:
- 🔥 Hip hop foundations and street style
- 🔥 Freestyle and improvisation skills
- 🔥 Musicality, rhythm, and timing
- 🔥 Stage confidence and performance energy
What a Typical Camp Day Looks Like
Every day is packed with dancing, creativity, and fun — here's a peek inside.
Welcome & Warm-Up
Kids arrive, greet their friends, and get moving with a fun, energetic warm-up that sets the tone for the day.
Dance Instruction
The heart of camp! Focused dance learning in the camp's featured style. Teachers break down choreography step by step in a supportive, encouraging environment.
Themed Crafts & Activities
Creative crafts and games that tie into the camp theme. Princess campers might make tiaras; Hip Hop campers might design their own album cover.
Snack Break & Free Time
A chance to recharge, connect with friends, and let all that energy settle before the afternoon session.
Rehearsal & Run-Throughs
Campers put the full routine together, working on transitions, performance quality, and stage presence.
🎭 Performance Day!
The grand finale! Family and friends gather to watch their dancers shine on stage. Pure joy, pure pride.
What Columbia Families Are Saying
"My daughter did Princess Camp and hasn't stopped talking about it. She performed for our whole family on Friday and it was the sweetest thing I've ever seen. We're already signed up for next summer!"
— Amanda T., Columbia, MD
"BCV's summer camps are the highlight of our summer every year. Both my kids — ages 6 and 10 — love different camps and it's become our favorite family tradition. The teachers are incredible with kids."
— Michelle & Dave K., Ellicott City
"My son did Hip Hop Camp and it completely transformed his confidence. He was shy going in and performed like a rock star on Friday. BCV has a gift for bringing out the best in kids."
— Renee M., Laurel, MD
More Than Just Dancing
BCV summer dance camps build skills that go far beyond the dance floor.
Cognitive Development
Learning choreography strengthens memory, sequencing, and focus. Dance keeps young brains sharp all summer.
Physical Fitness
Daily dance sessions build strength, flexibility, coordination, and cardiovascular fitness — all while having an absolute blast.
Self-Confidence
Performing on stage — even in a camp setting — builds real self-confidence that carries into school, sports, and life.
New Friendships
Many of our campers' best friendships started in summer camp. There's something special about creating art together.
Creative Expression
Dance gives kids a way to express feelings and ideas that words can't always capture. It's an emotional outlet and a creative superpower.
Safe, Air-Conditioned Fun
When it's 95°F outside, our studio is cool, clean, and buzzing with energy. The perfect summer escape for active kids.
Spots Fill Up Fast — Don't Wait
BCV summer camps are one of Howard County's most popular kids programs. Families register months in advance. Get your info now.
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Find Us in Columbia, MD
Convenient to all of Howard County — easy access from Routes 29, 95, and 100.
BCV Dance Center
- 📍9147 Red Branch Rd, Suite D/E/F
Columbia, MD 21045 - 📞410-465-7674
- ✉️admin@cindeevelleballet.com
Easy access from:
• Ellicott City · Laurel · Elkridge
• Clarksville · Savage · Jessup
• Routes 29, 95, and 100
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Give Your Child the Summer They'll Never Forget
BCV Dance Center summer camps in Columbia, MD — where friendships are made, confidence is built, and every child gets to be a star.
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