OTE Ballet Intensive
OTE Ballet Intensive offers a rigorous summer dance program in Los Angeles focusing on classical ballet technique, pointe, variations, and contemporary dance...
▌ Editor's read The OTE Ballet Intensive website loads successfully and provides information about their summer dance programs. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. The program is a day camp, offering intensive training in ballet, pointe, variations, and contemporary dance. The founder and director is Kira Marie, a former professional ballerina with experience at the Los Angeles Ballet and other companies, as stated on the 'About' page. The website does not mention specific staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies. Google reviews for 'OTE Dance' show a rating of 5.0 stars based on 10 reviews, with parents praising the quality of instruction and positive environment. The camp appears to be a for-profit entity. Social media handles for Instagram (@otedance) and Facebook (otedance) are present on the website.
Who thrives here Ages 10–17
OTE Ballet Intensive fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given dance program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Dance
- Ages: 10–17
- Hours: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Address: 5563 Sepulveda Blvd. Ste. D, Culver City, CA 90230
- Phone: (310) 730-6503
- Cost notes: $425/week (early registration price).
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about OTE Ballet Intensive
- What ages does OTE Ballet Intensive accept?
- OTE Ballet Intensive is open to children ages 10–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does OTE Ballet Intensive cost?
- OTE Ballet Intensive publishes $425/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are OTE Ballet Intensive's hours?
- OTE Ballet Intensive runs 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs OTE Ballet Intensive?
- OTE Ballet Intensive is operated by a private business. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does OTE Ballet Intensive provide lunch?
- OTE Ballet Intensive does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
- How does OTE Ballet Intensive compare to other dance camps in Los Angeles?
- OTE Ballet Intensive is one of 34 dance camps in Los Angeles that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
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