Summer Youth ARTS Camp for Ages 6-15 in Agoura Hills
Give your child a screen-free summer filled with music, dance, theatre, and visual arts—led by caring instructors in a joyful, structured environment. Join for one week or save with the full 7-week session.
June 22–August 7, 2026 - Monday–Friday - 9:00 am–3:00 pm - $450/week
Quick Facts
AGES: 6–11 and 12–15, grouped by age.
DATES: June 22–August 7, 2026.Dates: June 22–August 7, 2026.
HOURS: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–3:00 pm.
LOCATION: Dance Masters Ballroom, 30686 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Agoura Hills.
TUITION: $450 per week.
OPTIONS: Individual weeks or full 7-week session with 15% off.
Choose Your Weeks
Reserve one week or build your full summer schedule now. If you are registering for the full 7-week session, choose one start date and we will add your child to the remaining weeks.
Save 15% when you register for the full 7-week session. Optional early care and aftercare are available.
Why Families Choose This Camp
This is more than a place to spend the day. Campers move, create, collaborate, and build confidence in a supportive environment where they are encouraged to try new things, express themselves, and connect with others.
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Four arts every week: music, dance, theatre, and visual arts.
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Small-group experience with about a 1:8 staff-to-camper ratio.
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Weekly Friday showcase so kids can share what they created.
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Screen-free days filled with movement, creativity, and friendship.
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Optional early care and aftercare for working families.
7 Weeks of ARTS Camps for Ages 6-15
Give your child a summer filled with music, dance, visual arts, and theatre—led by caring instructors who know how to keep kids engaged, encouraged, and off their devices. Our 7‑week Summer ARTS Camp runs June 22–August 7, Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–3:00 pm. Families can enroll for the full session or choose individual weeks that fit their schedule.
Our A.R.T.S. Framework
A – Awareness
Kids learn to notice what’s happening in their bodies and emotions (energy, tension, excitement) so they can recognize feelings early instead of getting overwhelmed.
R – Representation
Through movement, music, art, and theatre, kids give their inner world a safe, creative form—turning feelings into dances, drawings, characters, and rhythms they can explore and shape.
T – Transformation
Camp activities teach kids that states can change. By adjusting breath, posture, tempo, or expression, they experience that emotions are flexible and navigable, not permanent labels.
S – Social Integration
In groups, duets, and performances, kids practice all of this with others—listening, collaborating, repairing little conflicts, and being seen and celebrated in community.
Why it matters:
The arts become a training ground for emotional literacy and nervous system regulation, not just performance skills—one of the core reasons we call this Summer ARTS Camp.
All Four Arts Disciplines Covered Daily
What a Typical Day Looks Like
We follow a predictable, kid-friendly rhythm each day so campers feel safe, energized, and ready to create.
Sample Daily Schedule (Simplified):
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(8:00-9:00 – Optional Early Care)
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9:00-9:30 – Welcome, warm-up, and group games
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9:30-10:20 – Arts Rotation 1 (Music, Dance, Visual Arts, or Theatre)
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10:20-10:45 – Snack and movement break
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10:45-11:30 – Arts Rotation 2
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11:30-12:45 – Transition and lunch (indoor/outdoor, supervised free time)
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12:45-1:30 – Arts Rotation 3
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1:30-2:20 – Arts Rotation 4
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2:20-2:30 – Snack and reset
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2:30-3:00 – Showcase prep (M-Th) or Showcase (F)
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(3:00-5:00 – Optional Aftercare)
Throughout the week, campers rotate through multiple arts disciplines. Every week ends with something to share.
Weekly Themes & Friday Performances
Each week has its own creative focus—such as storytelling through movement, rhythms and song, or character and costume. Whether your child joins us for one week or the full summer, they’ll be part of a complete experience from Monday’s introduction to Friday’s sharing time.
On Fridays, families are invited to a simple end‑of‑week performance or showcase.
Kids might:
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Perform a short dance piece or musical number.
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Present a scene or skit they’ve developed in theatre.
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Share their visual art in a mini gallery walk.
This “mini performance every week” structure lets returning campers build a repertoire over multiple weeks, while new campers still get a full, satisfying experience.
Simple & Flexible
Pricing & Enrollment Options
We’ve designed our pricing to be simple and flexible for families.
Tuition:
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Weekly Tuition: $450 per child, per week.
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Early Care (optional): 8:00–9:00 am, +$50/week.
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Aftercare (optional): 3:00–5:00 pm, +$100/week.
Enrollment choices:
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Full Session (All 7 Weeks): For families who want the most immersive experience, with evolving projects and deeper skill-building.
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Individual Weeks: Join for one or more weeks that fit your summer plans—a great option if you’re navigating vacations or other camps.
Scholarships:
Thanks to our partner organization, Builders of a Better World,* we have a limited number of needs-based scholarships available each camp week. Learn more and apply here. The deadline to apply for scholarships is May 22.
Who This Camp is For
This camp is a great fit for:
Kids ages 6–11
who love to move, sing, draw, or try new things—even if they’re brand new to formal classes.
Both beginners—
those new to the arts or any of the four disciplines: music, dance, visual arts, and theatre
Teens age 12-15
who want to grow as performers, build leadership and stage presence, or just have a creative outlet this summer.
and experienced students—
those who want to increase their skill level and be mentored by an experienced instructor
Families
looking for a safe, structured, and joyful environment during the workday.
All levels welcome!
Our instructors differentiate activities by age and experience so everyone is challenged at the right level.
Meet Your Child’s Instructors
Our teaching team combines professional arts training with a heart for working with young people.
Safety, Ratios, and Environment
We keep numbers intentionally small so every camper can be seen and supported.
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Staff-to-Camper Ratio: Approximately 1:8.
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Supervision: Staff are present during all rotations, transitions, snacks, and lunch.
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Space: Camp takes place at Dance Masters Ballroom, with designated areas for movement, music, and art.
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Devices: Camp is a largely screen-free environment; we focus on in-person interaction, creativity, and play.
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Accessibility: If your child has specific needs, reach out and we’ll gladly discuss how we can support them.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can we sign up for just one week?
Yes. You can enroll for the full 7-week session or for individual weeks. We do ask that families complete registration by May 31 so we can plan groups and curriculum.
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Do campers do all four disciplines every day?
Campers experience multiple arts disciplines each day, with a mix of music, dance, visual arts, and theatre. Every week includes a balanced arts experience.
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What information do I need to provide?
Parents or legal guardians must complete our Youth Program Liability Waiver and Release form before their child participates in any Youth Program activities. This form, available at our Youth Program Release page on the Dance Masters website, collects essential emergency contact details, important medical information (including allergies, medications, and relevant health conditions), and required consent and release acknowledgments. Providing accurate and complete information on this form helps us support your child’s safety and wellbeing while they are in our care.
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What should my child bring each day?
A packed lunch of your choice, a water bottle, comfortable clothes they can move and perhaps get messy in, closed-toe shoes or dance shoes, and a light sweater or sweatshirt. We provide the art supplies and any costume pieces needed for performances. If your child has special dietary needs, please also provide any snacks they will need.
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Are there performances for parents?
Yes. All weeks include a simple sharing time or performance on Friday so kids can show what they’ve been working on.
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What is your refund or transfer policy?
We finalize our camp planning and purchase supplies in advance, so registrations become final on May 31. If your child can’t attend the week you have registered for, we’re happy to offer these alternatives:
- Transfer your child’s spot to a family member, friend, or child in need at no cost
- Apply 80% of your registration fee as a studio credit toward memberships, lessons, classes, or next summer’s camp
- Please note that cash refunds are not available
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Is financial assistance available?
Yes. We offer a limited number of needs-based scholarships for each camp week. We believe the arts should be accessible to all children, and we’re here to help families who need financial support. A scholarship application and instructions can be found here. For answers to questions, please email founder@buildersofabetterworld.org.