Blue Lake’s Dance Program concentrates on daily ballet technique classes followed by either pointe, men’s classes, partnering, variations, injury prevention, character, jazz, or modern dance. Students receive five hours of daily instruction, coaching, and rehearsal time. Students can complete their instructional day by choosing a Minor, allowing them to experience another area of interest while at camp. Click here for a complete listing of minor courses. Students also have the opportunity to hear various performances presented as a part of Blue Lake’s Summer Arts Festival, as well as participate in recreational activities and other camp events. Because of the diversity of dance classes offered, a list of required dance attire will be sent upon acceptance into the dance program.

Blue Lake will be holding scholarship auditions/master classes at select locations throughout the Midwest during December, January, and February. All prospective dance majors are encouraged to participate in a scholarship audition/master class. Students should bring a photo of themselves in first arabesque position. Click here for a complete listing of these scholarship audition/master classes.

Click here to view scenes from the 2008 Dance Masterclass in Flint, MI.

Click here to view scenes from the 2008 Dance Masterclass in
Grosse Ile, MI.

Click here to view scenes from the 2008 Dance Masterclass in
Hope, MI.













If students are unable to attend a class, a DVD (containing ballet center classroom work and one variation) with a photo will be accepted. Click here for a Dance Scholarship Application.

Materials should be mailed to:
Dance Scholarship Auditions
Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp
300 East Crystal Lake Road
Twin Lake, MI 49457.

Ballet students are required to pay an additional $100 major fee.

International Program
During the summer sessions, each dance student will have the opportunity to audition for the International Ballet Ensemble, which will tour Europe and the Midwest during the summer of 2010 as a part of Blue Lake’s International Exchange Program. For additional information on this exciting opportunity, click here.