Nonprofit dance and cultural center housed in the Tannery Arts Center in Santa Cruz, serving over 200 youth ages 3-18 with school-year classes and four week-long summer camps plus multi-week summer intensives. Campers train in classical ballet, contemporary, hip hop and African dance and take part in cultural activities, music, art and field trips. Need-based scholarships are available for about a fifth of youth students.
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 Tannery World Dance & Cultural Center directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★Ivonne GamezMy niece had a dance recital here and the location and building are great. The dance space could have been bigger but overall the performance was so well done and the dancers made it look flawless.
★★★★★Caitlin FaheyExemplary dance training & programs.
★★★★★Len of Santa CruzDance studios available for rent and classes offered onsite and in schools and organizations. Great classes and facilities, talented and dedicated staff, innovative programs
★★★★★Robert FordSuch a positive community and excellent instruction. I loved this dance class and will be sure to visit every time I am visiting the area with family.
★★★★★Sarina KingBoth of my children have taken classes at the Tannery. The teachers are wonderful and the organization's commitment to culture, the arts, and instilling a love for them and confidence in the kids is noteworthy. The classes are great and the mission is inspiring. I highly recommend them.