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Tap Shoes Ready? Why ADTC Camps Are a Tapper's Paradise

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Tap dance, with all its rhythmic tap and complex footwork, has entranced audiences for centuries, from the flashy Vaudeville stages to the silver screens of Hollywood's golden years. Its revival, ignited by the 1979 Emmy-award-winning PBS documentary No Maps on My Taps, has beckoned dancers of all ages to put on their tap shoes and discover their rhythm. For those eager to dive into this dynamic art form, American Dance Training Camps (ADTC) offer an unparalleled experience that blends fun, skill-building, and creativity. Whether you’re a beginner learning your first shuffle or an experienced tapper perfecting your time steps, ADTC’s overnight camps provide a vibrant environment to hone your craft. Here's why ADTC camps are a tap dancer's heaven, providing a combination of expert teaching, community, and performance experience that maximizes every step.  A Heritage of Rhythm Blended with Contemporary Training   Tap dance has a heritage rich in history, with icons such as...

7 Ways Jazz Dance Summer Camp Inspires Creativity and Self-Expression

Jazz Dance Summer Camp is a dynamic, life-changing program that inspires creativity and encourages self-expression in young dancers. American Dance Training Camps' Jazz Dance Summer Camp provides children and teenagers with an energetic setting to discover the world of jazz dance, cultivate their own expression, and blossom as individuals. With lively choreography, encouraging teachers, and a lively community, Jazz Dance Summer Camp encourages campers to find their creative potential and express themselves confidently. The following are seven major reasons Jazz Dance Summer Camp ignites creativity and self-expression, making it the ideal summer getaway.   1. Fosters Creative Choreography   Jazz Dance Summer Camp is a place where dancers can try out choreography and make their imaginations possible. At Jazz Dance Summer Camp, campers learn to mix traditional jazz moves—staccato kicks, smooth turns, and dramatic isolations—with their own style. Whether choreographing a solo...

Learning to Dance to Hoziers Song Take Me to Church

This is a tutorial that will help you dance to the music of Hoziers Take Me to Church. You will learn how to move your body to the rhythm of Take Me to Church by Hozier. Dancing to Take Me to Church by Hozier can be really fun. You just have to let the music of Take Me to Church take control and guide your movements. So let us start dancing to Take Me to Church, by Hozier.  Posted on Free To Dance Friday, March 6, 2026   In our lives things can get really crazy and quiet at the same time. We are always staring at screens. Worrying about things we do not say out loud. This is where dance comes in. Dance is a way to break free from all this. It is not about moving your body. Dance is like a ceremony that helps us let go of our feelings. It is like a song that heals the hurts we hide in our hearts. Today in the ADTCs Free To Dance Friday series we are very happy to show you a dance tutorial. This dance is, for people who have been dancing for a while. It is a contemporary dan...

Summer Dance Classes with Lauren Goodman at ADTC

  You want to find a place for summer dance classes or a really good summer camp that focuses on dance. You should check out   American Dance Training Camps   because they have good teachers like Lauren Goodman who help young dancers get better. If you are looking for a ballet camp near your home or you want a summer camp that you will never forget American Dance Training Camps has dance classes in beautiful places. They have summer dance classes in stunning locations. American Dance Training Camps is a place, for summer dance classes and summer camps that specialize in dance. Lauren Goodman: A Dedicated Instructor Bringing Expertise to ADTC Summer Camps Lauren Goodman has had an amazing dance journey. This makes her a great person to teach girls at the summer dance classes at American Dance Training Camps. Lauren Goodman grew up in Ohio. When she was a kid Lauren Goodman took a lot of ballet classes with the Gem City Ballet Pre-Professional Company. She learned from some...

Empower Her Groove: 10 Essentials for Parents Selecting the Perfect Girls' Dance Camp

With so many options, selecting the ideal summer dance camp for your child can be daunting. You need a camp that inspires her passion for dance, instills irrevocable confidence, and prioritizes safety above all. Welcome to American Dance Training Camp (ADTC)—providing excellent girls' dance camps in nine breath taking U.S. venues. Combining expert teaching, exciting adventures, and sisterhood, ADTC produces life-changing experiences. This sophisticated 10-step process empowers you to choose the ideal camp, highlighting ADTC's exceptional approach to developing young dancers. 1. Prioritize a Safe, Nurturing Environment Safety is non-negotiable in any girls' dance camp. ADTC sets the gold standard with its all-girls setup, round-the-clock supervision by vetted staff, and robust protocols—from detailed health screenings to swift emergency responses. Their 90-day full-refund cancellation policy underscores their reliability, giving you total peace of mind. Opt for camps wi...

Sparkle into Summer: ADTC Dance Summer Camps 2026 Await!

Girls who are 8 to 17 years old get ready to have a lot of fun dancing at American Dance Training Camps . This is a dance camp just for girls. We have camps in beautiful places in the United States like California and Colorado. At these camps girls can learn how to dance well and make new friends. American Dance Training Camps has been helping girls like you since 2003. We teach girls dance moves and help them feel good, about themselves. It does not matter if you have danced before or not you can still come to our camp and have a time. We want all girls to feel welcome at American Dance Training Camps. Groove with the Best at Summer Hip Hop Dance Camps Your girls can take four to six classes every day at our summer hip hop dance camps. They will learn hip hop dance, jazz, contemporary, ballet and more from the choreographers. The girls will work together in groups to build their own dance routines. They will also get to show off what they have learned at our Friday Night Show and Tale...

What Makes ADTC Unique as Vermont's Best Summer Camp for Girls?

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American Dance Training Camps (ADTC) has entrenched itself as the premier vacation destination for girls looking for a summer of a lifetime in Vermont. Housed at the Stratton Mountain School, ADTC's dance camps offer top-notch dance training along with an assortment of dynamic activities aimed at personal development, creativity, and lasting memories. For girls ages 8–17, ADTC summer dance camps provide a special combination of artistry, adventure, and community that distinguishes them from other camps. Here's why ADTC is Vermont's best summer camp for girls.  Exceptional Dance Instruction at the Core   At the center of ADTC's summer dance camps is an unparalleled passion for dance education. With a staff of experienced teachers, several of whom started out as ADTC campers themselves, the program provides one-on-one training in styles like jazz, contemporary, hip-hop, and aerial dance. The classes take place in the top-of-the-line performing arts center at Stratton ...