BlackBox Studios is a women-owned ballet and modern-dance studio in Oakland serving ages 3 through adult. It offers youth summer dance camps (primarily in June) as an intensive, engaging program to keep skills sharp and explore new dance forms. Camp dates and daily hours vary; classes are grouped by age and level.
Sessions & rates
| Session | Dates | Ages | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Dance Camp - Primary II & Youth I9:00am – 3:00pm | Jun 1 – Jun 5, 2026 | 7–10 | $475/wk | Past season |
| Summer Dance Camp - Primary II & Youth I9:00am – 3:00pm | Jun 8 – Jun 12, 2026 | 7–10 | $475/wk | Past season |
| Summer Dance Camp - Youth I-II-III9:00am – 3:00pm | Jun 15 – Jun 19, 2026 | 8–13 | $475/wk | Past season |
Early Bird Pricing $475 per week / $450 per week if signing up for multiple weeks; Regular Pricing (after March 1st) $525 per week / $500 per week if signing up for multiple weeks
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Availability shown as of Aug 7, 2026.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact BlackBox Studios - Ballet & Dance Studio directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Tatiana Sta. Maria (Tash)Theresa is such an amazing instructor. She teaches her adult classes with a level of care and rigor that I’ve often found lacking in other adult programs. She’s created an environment where folks are challenged while still feeling supported and welcome. An all around fabulous experience!
★★★★★Agnes SzelagMy daughter takes classes here and every time she comes home she is very tired but she is always so inspired by ballet. She always says her teacher pushes her to her limit. Her flexibility has majorly increased since she started these classes!
★★★★★M ATeresa is an incredible teacher. She’s created this combo of rigor & fun—and it’s unlocked a beauty in me I didn’t even know I had!! I am an adult student and she has a significant group of adult students. Many beginner and even professional dancers meet for the beginner and intermediate classes. Even when I moved away from the Bay Area, I still take Blackbox classes online. They’re that good. Teresa and BlackBox is rare: serious ballet taught with joy, curiosity & fun. So grateful I found this studio… my ballet practice grew by leaps and bounds in only a few classes, and she opened up the whole world of it to me. Including taking up pointe again! Yes, you can as an adult with their adult pointe class!!! So good. Highly highly recommend.
★★★★★Lexi KnudsenTheresa is the best! Such a fabulous mentor for our daughter. She teaches kids real ballet and is so kind, approachable, and fun. The recitals (we've done 3 so far, in our 18 months at the studio) have all been adorable delights with real costumes and choreography. We could not be more thrilled!
★★★★★Helem Z. BaskinI have three kids learning ballet with Theresa at BlackBox Studios. Theresa has been very welcoming, supportive, and encouraging since day one. My kids are learning to move their bodies, they are acquiring confidence and above all, they are learning to love the art of dance. We have enjoyed ballet so much that it has encouraged me to sign up for the adult class... We are fortunate to have found BlackBox Studios!!