Joy of Motion Youth Program

Each session will focus on new material.
Sign up for 1, 2, 3 or all 4 sessions!

Multiple Dance Camp Discount
Take 2 camps, subtract $50 from total.
Take 3 camps, subtract $100 from total.
Take 4 camps, subtract $150 from total.

PERFORMANCE Dance Camps

Dance Camp I
June 26 – July 7
(no class Tuesday, July 4)
FULL DAY: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
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For Grades
      3rd – 5th
      6th – 8th
      9th – 12th CLOSED

JOMDC Bethesda
(Class size limited to 15 students.)

Performance:
Saturday, July 8 at 7:00 p.m. .

Tuition: $427.50
(prorated for July 4 holiday)

Dance Camp II
July 10 – July 21
FULL DAY: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
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For Grades
      3rd – 5th
      6th – 8th
      9th – 12th

JOMDC Bethesda
(Class size limited to 15 students.)

Performance:
Saturday, July 22 at 7:00 p.m

Tuition: $475

Dance Camp III
July 24 – Aug 4
FULL DAY: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
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For Grades
      3rd – 5th
      6th – 8th
      9th – 12th

JOMDC Bethesda
(Class size limited to 15 students.)

Performance:
Saturday, August 5 at 7:00 p.m.

Tuition: $475

Prerequisite: Completion of Level I Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Modern or Hip Hop.

Be a part of JOM’s very own Performance Dance Camps this summer. Students will work with some of JOM’s finest instructors in JAZZ, HIP HOP, TAP, MODERN and BALLET. Students will experience daily technique and choreography classes where they will prepare for performance. Students will also work on performance quality and style in preparation for the big show. Great for the budding performer or individuals just wanting to have fun, these 2-week sessions allow students to participate in a few weeks or a full summer of fun as each session will feature different choreography and show pieces. A dance camp counselor will accompany each age group to classes and supervise lunch every day. Students should bring a bag lunch including a drink and are welcome to bring a water bottle for use during the day. Class size is limited to 15 participants in each age group. All sessions will end with a Dance Camp Performance at the Jack Guidone Theater at our Friendship Heights location.

Sample Weekly Schedule for PERFORMANCE Dance Camps I, II, III (Subject to change)

	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
9:00 – 9:15 a.m.	Stretch	Stretch	Stretch	Stretch	Stretch
9:15 – 10:30 a.m.	Class 1 - Ballet	Class 1 - Jazz	Class 1 - Ballet	Class 1 - Jazz	Class 1 - Ballet
10:45 a.m. – 12 p.m.	Class 2 - Jazz	Class 2 -Modern	Class 2 - Jazz	Class 2 - Modern	Class 2 - Jazz
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.	Lunch (dance videos)	Lunch (dance videos)	Lunch (dance videos)	Lunch (dance videos)	Lunch (dance videos)
1:00 – 2:15 p.m.	Class 3 - Modern	Class 3 - Hip Hop	Class 3 - Tap	Class 3 - Hip Hop	Class 3 - Modern
2:30 – 3:45 p.m.	Class 4 - Hip Hop	Class 4 - Tap	Class 4 - Hip Hop	Class 4 - Tap	Class 4 - Hip Hop
3:45 – 4:00 p.m.	Group time & clean up	Group time & clean up	Group time & clean up	Group time & clean up	Group time & clean up

Broadway Dance Camp

Dance Camp IV
August 7 - August 18
FULL DAY: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
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For Grades
      3rd – 5th
      6th – 8th
      9th – 12th

JOMDC Bethesda
(Class size limited to 15 students.)

Performance:
Saturday, August 19 at 7:00 p.m.

Tuition: $475

Prerequisite: Completion of Level I Ballet, Jazz, or Tap.

Calling all theater gypsies! “Let’s put on a show!” In the tradition of summer theater, this Broadway Dance Camp will include two weeks of training in JAZZ, TAP, SINGING/DIALOGUE/VOCALIZATION, and STAGE COMBAT, with seminars in COSTUMING, THEATRICAL MAKE UP and HOW TO STAND OUT IN A CROWD: AUDITION TIPS FROM A PRO. Students will learn and perform choreography, dialogue, and music from selected Broadway musicals. As with the other Dance Camps, a dance camp counselor will accompany each age group to classes and supervise lunch every day. Students should bring a bag lunch including a drink and are welcome to bring a water bottle for use during the day. Class size is limited to 15 participants in each age group. This camp will end with a Dance Camp Performance at the Jack Guidone Theater at our Friendship Heights location.

Sample Weekly Schedule for Dance Camp IV, Broadway Dance Camp (Subject to change)

	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
9:00 – 9:15 a.m.	Stretch	Stretch	Stretch	Stretch	Stretch
9:15 – 10:30 a.m.	Class 1 - Singing/Dialogue/ Vocalization	Class 1 -Jazz Choreography	Class 1 - Singing/Dialogue/ Vocalization	Class 1 - Jazz Choreography	Class 1 - Singing/Dialogue/ Vocalization
10:45 a.m. – 12 p.m.	Class 2 - Jazz Choreography	Class 2 -Tap	Class 2 - Jazz Choreography	Class 2 - Tap	Class 2 - Jazz Choreography
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.	Lunch (Broadway musical videos)	Lunch (Broadway musical videos))	Lunch (Broadway musical videos))	Lunch (Broadway musical videos))	Lunch (Broadway musical videos)
1:00 – 2:15 p.m.	Class 3 - Jazz Choreography	Class 3 – Stage Combat	Class 3 - Tap	Class 3 – Stage Combat	Class 3 - Jazz Choreography
2:30 – 3:45 p.m.	Class 4 – Stage Combat	Class 4 - Jazz Choreography	Class 4 – Stage Combat	Class 4 - Jazz Choreography	Class 4 – Stage Combat
3:45 – 4:00 p.m.	Group time & clean up	Group time & clean up	Group time & clean up	Group time & clean up	Group time & clean up

Dance Intensives

Ballet Intensive
Don’t miss this opportunity to bring elements of ballet technique into your dancing. Basic positions of the feet and arms, proper alignment, ballet vocabulary, barre exercises and center work will be taught and reviewed in depth. Build strength, increase flexibility and establish a foundation that will improve your performance in all dance styles. Students will also learn basic ballet choreography that will be presented the last day of class for friends and family. Prerequisite: Completion of Ballet, Modern, Jazz or Hip Hop Level I and above according to age group. Dress Code Girls: Leotard (any style/any color) and tights. Boys: Solid color fitted T-shirt and male tights or leggings. Footwear: Ballet shoes only.
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9th – 12th Grade	Time	Instructor	Studio
August 7 – August 11
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $175)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Sarah Stoodley	FH
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Broadway Jazz Intensives
One week of fun and dance focusing on Broadway jazz using music from some of Broadway’s greatest shows. Students will be introduced to the basics of Broadway jazz dance technique in a fun and creative environment using a variety of songs and music from the best in musical theater. Each Friday will culminate in a performance/demonstration open to friends and family. Prerequisite: All levels welcome Dress Code Girls: Leotard (preferred) (any style/any color) or camisole fitted top or sports bra tank top and jazz pants/leggings/tights/biker shorts. Boys: Leotard or solid color fitted T-shirt and jazz pants/ leggings/ biker shorts. Footwear: Jazz shoes only.
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1st – 2nd Grade	Time	Instructor	Studio
July 10 – July 14
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $175)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Adriane Whalen	FH
3rd – 5th Grade
July 17 – July 21
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $175)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Adriane Whalen	FH
6th – 8th Grade
July 24 – July 28
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $175)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Adriane Whalen	FH
9th – 12th Grade
July 31 – August 4
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $175)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	TBA	FH
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Jazz Intensives
These intensives will focus on learning the power, energy and dynamics inherent in jazz dance. Students will have a jazz technique class followed by jazz choreography that will be presented the last day of class for friends and family. Students will have an opportunity to perfect skills and to learn jazz tricks— special moves that can add flair to your movement vocabulary. Prerequisite: Jazz Level II and above according to age group. Dress Code Girls: Leotard (preferred) (any style/any color) or camisole fitted top or sports bra tank top and jazz pants/leggings/tights/biker shorts. Boys: Leotard or solid color fitted T-shirt and jazz pants/ leggings/ biker shorts. Footwear: Jazz shoes only.
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6th – 8th Grade	Time	Instructor	Studio
July 17 – 21
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $175)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Jamie Stagl	FH
9th – 12th Grade
June 26 – June 30
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $175)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Nikki Gambhir	FH
July 10 – July 14
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $175)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Jamie Stagl	FH
August 14 - August 18
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $175)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	TBA	ATL
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Hip Hop Intensives
These weeklong intensives will kick your dance moves into high gear with the energetic and ever-popular hip hop. Learn the latest and hottest moves with some of JOM’s finest hip hop teachers. Each day will consist of a technique class followed by the breakdown and teaching of specific choreography that will be presented the last day of class for friends and family. This “hot” intensive will be a lot of fun! Prerequisite: Hip Hop Level II and above according to age group. Dress Code Girls: Leotard (preferred) (any style/any color) or camisole fitted top or sports bra tank top and jazz pants/leggings/tights/biker shorts. Boys: Fitted shirt or solid color fitted T-shirt and jazz pants/leggings/biker shorts/sweat pants. Footwear: Sneakers (CLEAN athletic shoes) only. No street shoes.
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1st – 2nd Grade (KID HOP)	Time	Instructor	Studio
June 26 – June 30
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $175)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Vikki Weinberger	FH
3rd – 5th Grade
July 24 – July 28
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $175)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Vikki Weinberger	FH
6th – 8th Grade
July 10 – July 14
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $175)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Esperonto Bean	FH
6th – 12th Grade
August 7 – August 11
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $175)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Kevin Colin	ATL
9th – 12th Grade
July 17 – July 21
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $175)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Nikki Gambhir	FH
August 14 – August 18
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $175)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Jenny Mayo	FH
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Popping & Locking & Hip Hop Intensives
Come learn the foundations of hip hop dance and popping and locking. The class will cover top-rock, steps done standing up, drops, transitions to the floor, and test (footwork). Students will do technique and strengthening drills plus experiment with creating their own phrases in freestyle. Previous experience is not required, but enthusiasm and commitment to learning is. Students will have the opportunity to perform for invited family and friends during the final class period. Prerequisite: Hip Hop Level II and above according to age group. Dress Code Girls: Leotard (preferred) (any style/any color) or camisole fitted top or sports bra tank top and jazz pants/leggings/tights/biker shorts. Boys: Fitted shirt or solid color fitted T-shirt and jazz pants/leggings/biker shorts/sweat pants. Footwear: Sneakers (CLEAN athletic shoes) only. No street shoes.
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6th – 8th Grade	Time	Instructor	Studio
June 26 – June 30
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $175)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Esperonto Bean	FH
9th – 12th Grade
July 24 – July 28
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $175)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Esperonto Bean	FH
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Music Video/Street Jazz Intensives
Street Jazz is a dance form combining jazz, hip-hop and funk. This style of dance can be seen in the latest hip-hop, pop and R&B videos. Students will put it all together into a fun, high-energy combination that will be presented the last day of class for friends and family. Special emphasis will be placed on performance and presentation skills. Prerequisite: Jazz or Street Jazz Level II and above. Dress Code Girls: Leotard (preferred) (any style/any color) or camisole fitted top or sports bra tank top and jazz pants/leggings/tights/biker shorts. Boys: Solid color fitted T-shirt and jazz pants/leggings/shorts/pants. Footwear: Clean sneakers or dance sneakers only.
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6th – 8th Grade	Time	Instructor	Studio
July 31 – August 4	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	TBA	FH
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $175)
9th – 12th Grade
August 7 – August 11	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Maurice Johnson	FH
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $175)