Westside Ballet Kids Camp
A themed ballet camp for young children, focusing on dance, crafts, and storytelling.
▌ Editor's read The Westside Ballet Kids Camp is a day camp designed for children aged 4-8, focusing on ballet, creative movement, and crafts, with a performance at the end of the week. The camp is offered by Westside Ballet, a non-profit organization founded in 1973 by Rosemary V. Valaire, indicating over 50 years of operation. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or specific state licensing information. There is no explicit mention of staff background checks. Google reviews for 'Westside Ballet' show a 4.9-star rating from 106 reviews, with parents praising the quality of instruction and positive environment. Social media handles include @westsideballet on Instagram and WestsideBalletCompany on Facebook. The camp provides a structured artistic program for young children interested in dance.
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Since 197650+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 3–8
Westside Ballet Kids Camp is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. dance content lands when it's framed as play first, instruction second; this age responds to friend-group continuity more than to specific skill outcomes.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 1976 (50 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Money & Policies
- Financial aid
- Available · Need-based
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The website mentions financial aid for dancers in need, but no specific details are published.
- FSA eligible
- Not FSA eligible
- Session lengths
- 5-day (full week)
- What campers take home
- Campers design a miniature backdrop and a costume.
Details
- Category: Dance
- Ages: 3–8
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Address: 1709 Stewart St, Santa Monica, CA 90404, USA
- Phone: (310) 828-2018
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $500 Weekly / $450 per week with 4 or more weeks' enrollment.
Runs 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 7 sessions (7 one-week), from Jun 15 to Jul 31.
Sessions
Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.
- Session 1 Jun 15 – 19, 2026 · 1 week · $500
- Session 2 Jun 22 – 26, 2026 · 1 week · $500
- Session 3 Jun 29 – Jul 3, 2026 · 1 week · $500
- Session 4 Jul 6 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $500
- Session 5 Jul 13 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $500
- Session 6 Jul 20 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $500
- Session 7 Jul 27 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $500
↗ What parents like
- Themed ballet camp
- Creative movement and basic ballet
- Storybook and film characters brought to life
↘ Watch for
- Registration via Google Form
- No specific details about activities
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: Yes
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about Westside Ballet Kids Camp
- What ages does Westside Ballet Kids Camp accept?
- Westside Ballet Kids Camp is open to children ages 3–8. 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 Westside Ballet Kids Camp cost?
- Westside Ballet Kids Camp publishes $450/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Westside Ballet Kids Camp's hours?
- Westside Ballet Kids Camp runs 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Westside Ballet Kids Camp?
- Westside Ballet Kids Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 50 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Westside Ballet Kids Camp provide lunch?
- Westside Ballet Kids Camp 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.
- Does Westside Ballet Kids Camp offer financial aid?
- Yes — Westside Ballet Kids Camp offers financial aid or scholarships. Most camp aid is need-based, application-based, and awarded on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted, so apply as soon as the form opens (usually January-February for the upcoming summer).
- How does Westside Ballet Kids Camp compare to other dance camps in Santa Monica?
- Westside Ballet Kids Camp is one of 34 dance camps in Santa Monica 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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