Viva Performing Arts Center is a southside Tucson dance studio (operating since 1987) that runs a summer jazz/ballet camp for ages 5-14, held Saturdays through July with students grouped by grade level. It also offers year-round dance classes from age 3 through young adult.
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 Viva Performing Arts Center directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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Powered by GoogleI have been watching and hearing about Viva Performing Arts for years. During the Pandemic I brought it up to my husband again that I would really like to put our daughter in folklorico. In March 2021 we got to enroll our daughter into folklorico and hip hop dance classes. At the time our daughter was 5 years old and got to be in the beginners class. Now our daughter is thriving and is 7 years and is confident. She is part of the dance group. The classes are well organized and the instructors are kind. My husband and I were looking for a studio that would also support our parenting technique which is mindfulness and gentle parenting. To find instructors who are kind, mindful, and respectful to all students is truly incredible. The costumes are unbelievable and the director pays close attention to detail. We have now done over 6 recitals and a plethora of events in the community. The instructors and director make Viva Performing Arts a wonderful accepting community. We are so happy to be a part of this studio.
I love this place and my daughter as well loves coming to her dance classes wonderful people and very helpful
We love the staff working here and the atmosphere. My 5 year old refused to dance at prior dance studios and once we walked in here she was running around and dancing. She felt very comfortable being there and loves every minute of it. She only practiced twice before being able to participate in the Rodeo parade flash dance (which she loved!). We’re looking forward to continue with her dance journey here.
My daughter has been dancing hip hop at viva for about 3 years. We love everything about this studio. The students, teachers and especially ms. Julie make everyone feel like family. So thankful to have found this gem!
I have danced here since I was a little girl as well as many other members in my family! Now my daughters are dancing here! Great ownership, beautiful talent and beautiful costumes.







