Dance Fusion Dance Camp, Explore and Create
The Center for the Arts, Center Studios
314 W. Main Street • Grass Valley, CA
Studios 1 & 2
Instructor: Sierra Brokenshire
June 22-26 OR June 29-July 3, 2026 (9:00-4:00)
Ages: 9-14
Cost: $345
Dance Fusion Summer Camp: 5-Day Dance Summer Intensive
June 22–26, 2026
This five-day dance intensive is designed to help dancers strengthen technique, expand versatility, and build performance confidence across four dynamic styles: Lyrical, Contemporary, Jazz, and Hip Hop.
Each day includes structured conditioning, technical training, choreography, and performance development. Throughout the camp, dancers will learn and refine **four short routines—one in each style—**giving them the opportunity to grow both technically and artistically.
By the end of the camp, dancers will have improved their technique, developed stronger musicality, and gained confidence performing multiple styles in a supportive and energetic environment.
Daily Schedule (Days 1–5)
9:00–10:00 AM — Warm-Up & Conditioning
Each day begins with a focused warm-up designed to activate muscles, improve flexibility, increase stamina, and prevent injury. Conditioning includes core strengthening, balance work, endurance training, and technique drills to prepare dancers for the day’s classes.
10:00–10:15 AM — Hydration & Rest Break
A short break for hydration, stretching, and mental preparation before the next session.
10:15–11:45 AM — Lyrical Technique & Choreography
This extended session focuses on lyrical dance foundations including fluidity, control, extensions, turns, and emotional storytelling. Dancers will learn and refine a lyrical routine emphasizing musicality and expressive performance.
11:45 AM–12:30 PM — Lunch Break
A 45-minute break for dancers to refuel and recharge before afternoon classes.
12:40–1:40 PM — Contemporary Technique & Across the Floor
This class explores contemporary movement principles such as floor work, contractions, release technique, dynamic weight shifts, and improvisational elements. Across-the-floor combinations will help dancers build strength, control, and versatility while progressing choreography.
1:40–1:55 PM — Transition Break
A short reset for hydration and preparation for the next style.
1:55–3:00 PM — Jazz Technique & Choreography
Jazz training emphasizes sharpness, precision, kicks, turns, leaps, and strong performance quality. Dancers will continue learning and refining a jazz routine that highlights both technical skill and stage presence.
3:00–3:10 PM — Quick Break
A brief break for rest and hydration before the final high-energy session.
3:10–4:00 PM — Hip Hop Technique & Choreography
The day concludes with hip hop technique focusing on grooves, isolations, footwork, rhythm, and confidence. Dancers will develop and polish a hip hop routine emphasizing musicality, synchronization, and performance energy.
Final Showcase Performance
On the final day of camp, dancers will present a mini showcase performance for family and friends. During this informal performance, dancers will perform the four routines they’ve learned throughout the week, giving them the chance to demonstrate their growth, confidence, and versatility across multiple dance styles.
The showcase celebrates the dancers’ hard work and provides valuable performance experience in a supportive and encouraging environment.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
About Sierra: Sierra Brokenshire, born and raised in Grass Valley, CA, has immersed herself in the world of dance for 13 years. Her journey began at age 8 with Connection Dance Project, where her passion ignited and her path became clear. For eight years, she honed her skills and deepened her love for the art, exploring various styles and techniques that shaped her unique approach.
Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to share her expertise, Sierra launched her own dance business, focusing on teaching hip hop to children ages 6-14. Her innovative summer dance camps, which she has independently produced for the past three years, have become a local sensation, providing young dancers with performance opportunities at multiple community events.
Today, Sierra continues to inspire and mentor young dancers through her hip hop classes, blending her extensive experience. She remains an active student herself, constantly seeking new ways to evolve and enrich her teaching methods.
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