Shawl-Anderson Dance Center (SADC) is a Berkeley nonprofit dance institution founded in 1958. Its summer youth program offers week-long camps grouped by grade - Dance Playground (Pre-K/K), Dance Adventure (K-2), Dance Jam (3-5) and Dance Discovery (6-8) - plus modern-dance intensives for high schoolers. Camps introduce a range of dance forms, and scholarships are available.
Camps
| Camp | Dates | Ages | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dance Jam (entering 3rd to 5th grade)9:00am – 3:00pmRegister → | Jun 15 – Jun 18, 2026 | 4–17 | $600 | Past season |
| Dance Discovery (entering 6th to 8th grade)9:00am – 3:00pmRegister → | Jun 22 – Jun 26, 2026 | 4–17 | $750/wk | Past season |
| Youth Vertical Musical Theater Intensive (Beautiful Bird)9:00am – 4:00pmRegister → | Jun 22 – Jun 26, 2026 | 8–17 | $750/wk | Past season |
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 Shawl-Anderson Dance Center directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★Benjamin LevyI enjoy Chris Lam’s wonderful ballet classes, I would have loved to continue taking his class. However, I have recently discovered that SADC posted a statement of solidarity with the Palestinian, while calling for the destruction of Israel. I find it very inappropriate to post a political statement inside a website of a dance company. Any one that cares about Israel should boycott SADS, like I did!
★★★★★ZoeSADC is an incredibly welcoming and safe space. It is where I have reignited my love for movement and have found a wonderful community of dancers and artists. All of the teachers and staff are supportive, friendly, and make the space feel like home. Extra love for Suzanne's Beginning Modern class!
★★★★★Sally PicciottoThis dance studio is my second home, and I would give it 10 stars if I could. Shawl-Anderson has a unique combination of excellent teachers in every style, a completely non-competitive vibe, a supportive community, and a commitment to the credo that Everyone Can Dance. Although it was founded with a focus on modern dance, there are offerings in many dance genres for all ages (you are never too old!) at all skill levels from absolute beginner to professional. All body shapes are welcome. The emphasis is not on looking a certain way but on learning and growing as a mover. I have made so many friends there, as well as getting to explore dance under the guidance of many incredible teachers. SADC does what every dance studio should aspire to do: bring together and support a community of artists, audiences, and students at every stage.
★★★★★Kathy SShawl Anderson is a wonderful dance studio. I danced here in high school and returned in my 60s. My daughter danced here too, in high school. The Beginning and Intermediate Modern Classes for Older Movers are amazing and joyous. They are geared towards a wide audience, from those who have lots of experience and are returning to dance after a career break or injury to those newer to the practice, but want a class that is caring to their body and mind. Neela Reed's beginning ballet class is fantastic. We have a live pianist which is beautiful and rare. Neela breaks down movements to the simplest form, enabling us to really appreciate ballet technique. Antoine Hunter's jazz class is lots of fun and high energy.The teachers and students at Shawl Anderson create a warm, supportive community! The BEST!
★★★★★Elizabeth Du ValShawl Anderson is one of those rare dance studios that manages to be community driven, friendly, and provide good classes in a wide variety of dance styles. As a retired dancer, dance is vital to my well being, and i choose the location of my home in part by what dance studio is available to attend. These days, it is hard to find good ballet classes with live accompaniment, but Shawl's has them. As well as modern, belly dancing and other forms. In all honesty, attending class at Shawl's is one of the main things that keeps me in the East Bay! It is a local treasure.