About the Dance Camp
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History of Dance Camp
The DanceCamp was established in 1994 by
co-directors Cheryl & Andrew Rist
in order to create an excellent situation for students to learn,
relax and reflect. Master
teachers from around the country are brought in to work with
the students in many
different disciplines of dance. Company members from Ballet Minnesota
also attend
the camp as teachers and councelors. And, on the final day, a
performance by the
camp students allow parent's and guests to see what was learned
at Camp.
About Camp Ojiketa:
Camp Ojiketa is
owned by Camp Fire Boys and Girls. The Camp is a large and
beautifully wooded area located on the shores of Green Lake in
Chisago City, Minn-
esota, providing a perfect setting for learning, recreation and
relaxation.
The Camp Ojiketa facility is accredited by
the Amercan Camping Association (ACA).
This nationally recognized program, ACA, focuses on progam quality,
health and
safety issues; and, requires the camp to review every facet of
operation.
What is Being Said?
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"It
was a fun and exciting learning experience to learn all the different
types
of dance with all the great and wonderful teachers."
- Student, Mankato, MN -
"A great
dance camp..."
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Student, Minnetonka, MN -
"Thank you for
teaching me the love of dance...it was truly a wonderful experience"
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Student, Shoreview, MN -
"It is always
a great pleasure to teach at your summer camp. I love the atmosphere,
especially the professionalism and warmness. You have very talented
students that
work hard and appreciate their teachers
-
Elizabeth Shipiatsky, formerly Kirov Ballet, Russia -
Food / Lodging / Facilities
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Housing:
Recently upgraded through renovation, the
lodges are capable of housing 18-36
people. Each lodge has a kitchen, fireplace and are heated with
modern bathrooms
and showers. One councelor will be assigned for every 10 students.
The councelors
will sleep in the cabins with the students each night. Also,
all sleeping cabins are within view of each other and located
next to the dining hall.
Meals:
Nutritious meals, preselected by the director,
are prepared 3 times daily at the
camp dining hall. Special Dietary considerations can be prepared
daily. Fruits &
juices will be offered at intervals throughout the day. Also,
students will be able to
purchase a variety of snacks from the camp store. Meals are scheduled
for 3 times
daily. (Morning: 8:30 - 9:15am, Lunch: 12:30 - 1:15pm, Dinner:
5:30 -6:30pm)
Dance Facilities:
Camp buildings will be
equipped with barres and a special flooring designed for dance.
All classes will be held inside. There are 3 dance studios, each
located in a different part of the camp. There is a dining hall
(Strom Hall) where all meals are eaten.
Strom Hall is also used for activities during the evening hours.
The beach will be attended by life gurads whenever students are
there (all times are preset).
SUPERVISION
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Councelors:
There is one councelor assigned for every
10 students. Most councelors have had
some experience in dance. Councelors sleep in the cabins with
the students.
Also, the Camp Directors and some of the teachers are in residence
at Evergreen Hall, located on the camp, during the week.
Water Front Activities:
All swimming, canoeing & kayaking will
always take place with red cross certified life
guard personel (as porvided by Camp Ojiketa) in attendance. Swimming
and waterfront activities are available beginning after the last
class of the day and after dinner.
Emergencies:
Classical Ballet Academy provides a Red
Cross certified First Aid person on call during
the camp. A hospital is located 10 miles away.
Audition Tour:
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Students can auditon
for the camp by attending one of the scheduled auditions below.
Or, if a student cannot audition at the times below, you can:
1)
fill out a registration form and the audition will take
place at camp on the first day.
All students will participate in the first day camp audition.
2)
call to make an audition appointment at Classical Ballet
Academy during March,
April,
May or June.
To be Announced
