YOUTH Summer Workshops 2026
Teen Beginning Ballroom
For students who are entering grades 6 to 12 and just beginning in ballroom dance or have two years or less experience.
Each day we will focus on a different dance chosen from Latin or Ballroom styles, such as Cha Cha, Waltz, Jive, or Samba. We'll introduce partnering and learn the basics of ballroom technique.
For students who are entering grades 6 to 12 and just beginning in ballroom dance or have two years or less experience.
Each day we will focus on a different dance chosen from Latin or Ballroom styles, such as Cha Cha, Waltz, Jive, or Samba. We'll introduce partnering and learn the basics of ballroom technique.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Main Dance Hall
South Bay Grange
South Bay Grange
Audition Prep
For students who are entering grades 6 to 12 and are interested in auditioning for our Silver Performance Team for the 2026-27 season.
This workshop will help prepare students for the syllabus portion of auditions for our Youth Silver Performance Team. We will learn and practice Waltz & Cha Cha syllabus routines, and talk about technique & performance.
For students who are entering grades 6 to 12 and are interested in auditioning for our Silver Performance Team for the 2026-27 season.
This workshop will help prepare students for the syllabus portion of auditions for our Youth Silver Performance Team. We will learn and practice Waltz & Cha Cha syllabus routines, and talk about technique & performance.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Dining Hall
South Bay Grange
South Bay Grange
Latin Drills
For students entering grades 6 to 12 that have completed at least one technique class at OBD (Intro to Ballroom or higher), or similar experience. This workshop will introduce drills and exercises that will help students improve their technical skills in International Latin and develop good at-home practice habits.
For students entering grades 6 to 12 that have completed at least one technique class at OBD (Intro to Ballroom or higher), or similar experience. This workshop will introduce drills and exercises that will help students improve their technical skills in International Latin and develop good at-home practice habits.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
10:45 AM to 12:15 PM
10:45 AM to 12:15 PM
Main Dance Hall
South Bay Grange
South Bay Grange
Kids Beginning Ballroom
For students who are entering grades 2 to 5 and just beginning in ballroom dance or have less than 2 years of experience.
Each day we will focus on a different dance chosen from Latin, Ballroom, or social dance styles, and learn the basics of ballroom technique while playing games & making new friends!
For students who are entering grades 2 to 5 and just beginning in ballroom dance or have less than 2 years of experience.
Each day we will focus on a different dance chosen from Latin, Ballroom, or social dance styles, and learn the basics of ballroom technique while playing games & making new friends!
Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
10:45 AM to 11:45 AM
10:45 AM to 11:45 AM
Dining Hall
South Bay Grange
South Bay Grange
Team Experience!
For students who are entering grades 6 to 12, of any experience level, including beginners!
This workshop will show students what it’s like to be on a ballroom dance team, as we learn fun sections of show choreography chosen from a variety of Latin, ballroom, or social dance styles. Great preparation for those interested in joining one of our performance teams for the 2026-27 season!
For students who are entering grades 6 to 12, of any experience level, including beginners!
This workshop will show students what it’s like to be on a ballroom dance team, as we learn fun sections of show choreography chosen from a variety of Latin, ballroom, or social dance styles. Great preparation for those interested in joining one of our performance teams for the 2026-27 season!
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Main Dance Hall
South Bay Grange
South Bay Grange
Silver Team Choreography Boot Camp
For students who have completed at least ONE YEAR on an OBD Youth Performance Team (either Bronze or Silver) and are planning to continue on a 2026-27 team. In this workshop, we will learn choreography & formations from both previous Silver team performance pieces and/or upcoming 2026-27 pieces. Students should be prepared for a rigorous, fast-paced workshop, with high Bronze - Silver level content.
For students who have completed at least ONE YEAR on an OBD Youth Performance Team (either Bronze or Silver) and are planning to continue on a 2026-27 team. In this workshop, we will learn choreography & formations from both previous Silver team performance pieces and/or upcoming 2026-27 pieces. Students should be prepared for a rigorous, fast-paced workshop, with high Bronze - Silver level content.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
10:45 AM to 12:45 PM
10:45 AM to 12:45 PM
Main Dance Hall
South Bay Grange
South Bay Grange
2026-27 Silver Team Auditions
Auditions for our 2026-27 Silver Youth Performance Team (no cost, but registration required). Students will need to demonstrate a syllabus Waltz and Cha Cha routine, plus the choreography learned at our choreography session on August 14.
Auditions for our 2026-27 Silver Youth Performance Team (no cost, but registration required). Students will need to demonstrate a syllabus Waltz and Cha Cha routine, plus the choreography learned at our choreography session on August 14.
Friday
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Main Dance Hall
South Bay Grange
South Bay Grange