Rootz is your specialty summer camp destination! With full and half-day options ranging from 1 to 8 weeks, it is easy to fill your summer with an exciting variety of programs. Whether your child wants to shine on stage, dance the day away, or foster their love of computers, we have a program for everyone!
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| Camp | Description | Ages/Grades | Session | Dates | Day(s) | Time | Sign Up |
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| All Around Dance Technique (Hip Hop, Jazz, Lyrical) | All Around Dance Technique is a program designed for dancers who want to take their dance training to the next level in the styles of hip hop, jazz and lyrical. Whether you are looking to prepare for a future dance company team or enhance your current endurance, style, form and technique, this class is for you. Each week, the class will concentrate on different aspects of dance, striving to improve dancer's overall technical ability. | Grade 3-5 | Summer 2024 | July 17 - July 31 (Wednesdays only- Session 2) | Wednesday | 4:30-5:30pm | Sign Up Now |
| Ballet & Hip Hop | This combination class introduces students to ballet techniques for young minds and Hip Hop concepts with a focus on musicality, flexibility, and coordination skills. We have found that this “combination” technique helps to keep our dancers excited, engaged, and focused for the entire class. | Ages 4-6 | Summer 2024 | June 15 - July 27 (Saturdays only) | Saturday | 10:45-11:35am | Sign Up Now |
| Dance Party Camp | Come party with us! Dancers will learn hip hop routines, play dance games and work on a craft during this fun movement camp. No dance experience necessary as all styles are taught at a student’s level. Dancers should wear comfortable clothing that will allow for movement and gym shoes. Please pack a water bottle for your child. | Ages 3.5-5.5 | Summer 2024 | June 3-7, August 5-9 | M-F | 9:30-11:30am | Sign Up Now |
| Disney Dance | Each week, Disney fans will learn new moves to their favorite Disney songs. Come sing along with us as we dance to our favorite tunes! | Ages 3.5-5 | Summer 2024 | June 15 - July 27 (Saturdays only) | Saturday | 11:15am-12:05pm | Sign Up Now |
| Disney Dance Camp | This summer we are offering an exciting class/camp for our young dancers. Once a week we will meet for two hours where we will get to explore different activities. Each week, Disney fans will learn new moves to their favorite Disney songs. Come sing along with us as we dance to our favorite tunes! In addition to the traditional dance portion of class, students will do a craft and play games. We will have a 10 minute snack / water break to be certain that everyone has plenty of energy for all of the fun. This is a drop off class/camp! | Ages 3.5-5.5 | Summer 2024 | June 10 - July 29 (Mondays only) | Monday | 1-3pm | Sign Up Now |
| Disney Dance Camp | This summer we are offering an exciting class/camp for our young dancers. Once a week we will meet for two hours where we will get to explore different activities. Each week, Disney fans will learn new moves to their favorite Disney songs. Come sing along with us as we dance to our favorite tunes! In addition to the traditional dance portion of class, students will do a craft and play games. We will have a 10 minute snack / water break to be certain that everyone has plenty of energy for all of the fun. This is a drop off class/camp! | Ages 3.5-5.5 | Summer 2024 | June 12 - July 31 (Wednesdays only) | Wednesday | 1-3pm | Sign Up Now |
| Hip Hop/Poms Dance Camp | This summer we are offering an exciting class/camp for our young dancers. Once a week we will meet for two hours where we will get to explore different activities. In Hip Hop/Poms, students will learn movements that have elements of poppin’, locking, and breaking, as well as freestyle movement to give students the opportunity to develop their own sense of style. This combination class will include one Hip Hop dance and one Poms dance each session. In addition to the traditional Hip Hop/Poms portion of class, students will do a craft and play games. We will have a 10 minute snack / water break to be certain that everyone has plenty of energy for all of the fun. This is a drop off class/camp! | Ages 3.5-5.5 | Summer 2024 | June 14 - August 2 (Fridays only) | Friday | 1-3pm | Sign Up Now |
| Kidz Bop Camp | This summer we are offering an exciting class/camp for our young dancers. Once a week we will meet for two hours where we will get to explore different activities. Learn today’s hottest dance moves from your favorite videos! This dance class incorporates Jazz and Hip Hop together into one fun party. Set to the tune of the popular Kidz Bop series of music, students will learn beginning jazz and hip hop techniques and routines. All music and dance steps are child appropriate and great fun. Dress code for the class is comfortable clothes and gym shoes. In addition to the traditional dance portion of class, students will do a craft and play games. We will have a 10 minute snack / water break to be certain that everyone has plenty of energy for all of the fun. This is a drop off class/camp! | Ages 3.5-5.5 | Summer 2024 | June 11 - July 30 (Tuesdays only) | Tuesday | 1-3pm | Sign Up Now |
| Parent & Child Ballet | Parents and toddlers come ready to dance as we warm up together, pretend to be princes and princesses, build strength and flexibility, and learn very basic dance vocabulary. This class is a great precursor to our Princess Ballet classes. | Ages 1.5-2.5 | Summer 2024 | June 14 - August 2 (Fridays only) | Friday | 10:05-10:35am | Sign Up Now |
| Parent & Child Ballet | Parents and toddlers come ready to dance as we warm up together, pretend to be princes and princesses, build strength and flexibility, and learn very basic dance vocabulary. This class is a great precursor to our Princess Ballet classes. | Ages 1.5-2.5 | Summer 2024 | June 10 - July 29 (Mondays only) | Monday | 10:15-10:45am | Sign Up Now |
| Parent & Child Ballet | Parents and toddlers come ready to dance as we warm up together, pretend to be princes and princesses, build strength and flexibility, and learn very basic dance vocabulary. This class is a great precursor to our Princess Ballet classes. | Ages 1.5-2.5 | Summer 2024 | June 13 - August 1 (Thursdays only- no class July 4) | Thursday | 10:30-11:00am | Sign Up Now |
| Parent & Child Ballet | Parents and toddlers come ready to dance as we warm up together, pretend to be princes and princesses, build strength and flexibility, and learn very basic dance vocabulary. This class is a great precursor to our Princess Ballet classes. | Ages 1.5-2.5 | Summer 2024 | June 12 - July 31 (Wednesdays only) | Wednesday | 9:30-10:00am | Sign Up Now |
| Parent & Child Dance | This high energy class uses elements of dance to stimulate coordination, balance, music interpretation, motor development, and creative movement. | Ages 1.5-2.5 | Summer 2024 | June 10 - July 29 (Mondays only) | Monday | 9:30-10:00am | Sign Up Now |
| Parent & Child Dance | This high energy class uses elements of dance to stimulate coordination, balance, music interpretation, motor development, and creative movement. | Ages 1.5-2.5 | Summer 2024 | June 15 - July 27 (Saturdays only) | Saturday | 10:05-10:35am | Sign Up Now |
| Parent & Child Dance | This high energy class uses elements of dance to stimulate coordination, balance, music interpretation, motor development, and creative movement. | Ages 1.5-2.5 | Summer 2024 | June 16 - July 28 (Sundays only) | Sunday | 9:00-9:30am | Sign Up Now |
| Parent & Child Dance | This high energy class uses elements of dance to stimulate coordination, balance, music interpretation, motor development, and creative movement. | Ages 1.5-2.5 | Summer 2024 | June 16 - July 28 (Sundays only) | Sunday | 10:15-10:45am | Sign Up Now |
| Princess Ballet/Tot Hop Camp | This summer we are offering an exciting class/camp for our tiny dancers. Once a week we will meet for two hours where we will get to explore different activities. The students will still get the traditional Princess Ballet class, but they will also get to do a craft. We will have a 10 minute snack / water break to be certain that everyone has plenty of energy for all of the fun. We will then switch into our gym shoes and shake it in TOT HOP! This is a drop off class/camp! Dancers do not need to be potty trained. We just ask that you come back if there is a need for a diaper change. | Ages 2.5-3.5 | Summer 2024 | June 13 - August 1 (Thursdays only- no camp July 4) | Thursday | 9:30-11:30am | Sign Up Now |
| Princess Ballet/Tot Hop Camp | This summer we are offering an exciting class/camp for our tiny dancers. Once a week we will meet for two hours where we will get to explore different activities. The students will still get the traditional Princess Ballet class, but they will also get to do a craft. We will have a 10 minute snack / water break to be certain that everyone has plenty of energy for all of the fun. We will then switch into our gym shoes and shake it in TOT HOP! This is a drop off class/camp! Dancers do not need to be potty trained. We just ask that you come back if there is a need for a diaper change. | Ages 2.5-3.5 | Summer 2024 | June 14 - August 2 (Fridays only) | Friday | 9:30-11:30am | Sign Up Now |
| Princess Ballet/Tot Hop Camp | This summer we are offering an exciting class/camp for our tiny dancers. Once a week we will meet for two hours where we will get to explore different activities. The students will still get the traditional Princess Ballet class, but they will also get to do a craft. We will have a 10 minute snack / water break to be certain that everyone has plenty of energy for all of the fun. We will then switch into our gym shoes and shake it in TOT HOP! This is a drop off class/camp! Dancers do not need to be potty trained. We just ask that you come back if there is a need for a diaper change. | Ages 2.5-3.5 | Summer 2024 | June 11 - July 30 (Tuesdays only) | Tuesday | 9:30-11:30am | Sign Up Now |
| Princess Ballet | Dreams really do come true in Princess Ballet! The class will explore movement through music, stimulate students’ imagination, and promote creativity through stretching and entertaining exercises. In this unique class, students will enhance their balance & poise as well as hand/feet coordination through basic ballet skills. At the end of class, we will dress up and dance at the Magic Ball! This class builds confidence and an appreciation for dance, while creative play encourages children to express themselves through movement and music. | Ages 2.5-3.5 | Summer 2024 | June 15 - July 27 (Saturdays only) | Saturday | 10:30-11:15am | Sign Up Now |
| Tot Hop | Dancers will learn fun pre-hip hop moves and combinations, performed to their favorite music. | Ages 2.5-3.5 | Summer 2024 | June 10 - July 29 (Mondays only) | Monday | 9:45-10:30am | Sign Up Now |
| Tot Hop | Dancers will learn fun pre-hip hop moves and combinations, performed to their favorite music. | Ages 2.5-3.5 | Summer 2024 | June 12 - July 31 (Wednesdays only) | Wednesday | 9:30-10:15am | Sign Up Now |
| Tot Hop | Dancers will learn fun pre-hip hop moves and combinations, performed to their favorite music. | Ages 2.5-3.5 | Summer 2024 | June 15 - July 27 (Saturdays only) | Saturday | 12:15-1:00pm | Sign Up Now |
| Tot Hop | Dancers will learn fun pre-hip hop moves and combinations, performed to their favorite music. | Ages 2.5-3.5 | Summer 2024 | June 13 - August 1 (Thursdays only- no class July 4) | Thursday | 10:00-10:45am | Sign Up Now |
| Tutus & Tennis Shoes Camp | This summer we are offering an exciting class/camp for our young dancers. Once a week we will meet for two hours where we will get to explore different activities. Young dancers learn a basic introduction to ballet technique as well as freestyle hip hop to give students the opportunity to develop their own sense of style. Class time is divided between ballet and hip hop to give the dancers a terrific base and fantastic exposure to various types of dance. In addition to the traditional Ballet/Hip Hop portion of class, students will do a craft and play games. We will have a 10 minute snack / water break to be certain that everyone has plenty of energy for all of the fun. This is a drop off class/camp! | Ages 3.5-5.5 | Summer 2024 | June 13 - August 1 (Thursdays only- no camp July 4) | Thursday | 1-3pm | Sign Up Now |
| Cheer/Tumble | This class is designed for students that really want to learn about the sport and execute their skills. Cheer/Tumble will focus on the "basics" of cheerleading including motions, jumps and executing technique. The tumbling portion of class will be a wonderful place to build strength and flexibility while having fun. We will pull out the mats and learn cool skills while developing motor coordination. | Grade K-2 | Summer 2024 | June 15 - July 27 (Saturdays only) | Saturday | 12:15-1:15pm | Sign Up Now |
| Cheer/Tumble | This class is designed for students that really want to learn about the sport and execute their skills. Cheer/Tumble will focus on the "basics" of cheerleading including motions, jumps and executing technique. The tumbling portion of class will be a wonderful place to build strength and flexibility while having fun. We will pull out the mats and learn cool skills while developing motor coordination. | 4-6 years | Summer 2024 | June 15 - July 27 (Saturdays only) | Saturday | 10:00-10:50am | Sign Up Now |
| Gym Jam: Crawlers | For our youngest little ones, this parent and child class is aimed towards our crawlers, ages 6-12 months. Join us for a 30 minute class, incorporating familiar songs and music, play, and exploration in our gymnasium! | Ages 6-12 months | Summer 2024 | June 11 - July 30 (Tuesdays only) | Tuesday | 11:30am-12:00pm | Sign Up Now |
| Gym Jam: Runners | Join us for a 45 minute class full of fun while simultaneously exploring basic tumbling skills, and building strength and flexibility. The suggested age for this class is 1.5-2.5, or when they are fully on the move! | 1.5-2.5 years | Summer 2024 | June 13 - August 1 (Thursdays only- no class July 4) | Thursday | 9:30-10:15am | Sign Up Now |
| Gym Jam: Runners | Join us for a 45 minute class full of fun while simultaneously exploring basic tumbling skills, and building strength and flexibility. The suggested age for this class is 1.5-2.5, or when they are fully on the move! | 1.5-2.5 years | Summer 2024 | June 12 - July 31 (Wednesdays only) | Wednesday | 10:30-11:15am | Sign Up Now |
| Gym Jam: Walkers | Geared to our little ones, this class is aimed for our “early walkers”, ages 12-18 months. Join us for a 30 minute jam-packed class where the child and loved one together will explore play structures, while enjoying music, tumbling, and more! | Ages 12-18 months | Summer 2024 | June 10 - July 29 (Mondays only) | Monday | 9:30-10:00am | Sign Up Now |
| Gym Jam: Walkers | Geared to our little ones, this class is aimed for our “early walkers”, ages 12-18 months. Join us for a 30 minute jam-packed class where the child and loved one together will explore play structures, while enjoying music, tumbling, and more! | Ages 12-18 months | Summer 2024 | June 13 - August 1 (Thursdays only- no class July 4) | Thursday | 11:15-11:45am | Sign Up Now |
| Stretch-N-Grow FUNtastic Fitness (Parent & Child) | Stretch-n-Grow will get your toddler moving in this theme based movement class. Each week your child will be working on their gross motor skills using colorful age-appropriate equipment and up-beat music. Running, jumping, balancing, galloping and throwing are just some of the skills we focus on. | 1.5-3 years | Summer 2024 | June 11 - July 30 (Tuesdays only) | Tuesday | 9:30-10:15am | Sign Up Now |
| Tumbling I (Beginner) | In this class participants will become familiar with the basic skills such as bridges, back bends, handstands to cartwheels, front/back rolls, and more. This is where your children become familiar with the basics of floor. | Grade 1+ | Summer 2024 | June 15 - July 27 (Saturdays only) | Saturday | 11:00am-12:00pm | Sign Up Now |
| Tumbling III (Advanced) | No matter your skill level, we have a class for you! To qualify for this level, your child must have a back walkover and back handspring. This class will cover all prior skills learned as well as introduce cross floor sequences, front/back tucks and more. | Grade 3+ | Summer 2024 | July 15 - July 29 (Mondays only- Session 2) | Monday | 5:15-6:15pm | Sign Up Now |
| Tumbling Tots | Students will work on emerging gymnastics skills in an energetic and creative environment. This class is a wonderful place to build strength and flexibility while having fun and learning cool new acrobatic skills. | Ages 2.5-3.5 | Summer 2024 | June 10 - July 29 (Mondays only) | Monday | 10:45-11:30am | Sign Up Now |
| Mini Musicals Camp | This summer, we dive into the wonderful world of musical theatre with adaptations of some of our all-time favorite shows or stories! Each week will feature different musical reviews to allow for participation in multiple weeks for anyone interested. Every participant will perform in group numbers and have a choice of a solo of their own or a duet with a friend. The kids will also engage in beginner's scene study and acting lessons, musical theatre dancing and singing. When not rehearsing, campers will enjoy arts and crafts, games, and building friendships with fellow cast-members. All campers must be present for the final performance at the end of the week on Fridays at 12:10pm. Parents are welcome to attend our performance. We look forward to seeing all of our young performers light up the stage this summer! | Grades K-3 | Summer 2024 | June 10-14, June 17-21, July 8-12, August 5-9 | M-F | 9:30am-12:30pm | Sign Up Now |
| Musical Theater Camp- Broadway Junior Revue: Raise Your Voice | Our Rootz theatre and dance programs combine this summer to give you: Musical Theatre Camp! We will focus on putting on a show and building musical theatre skills with rehearsals, technique instruction, and games. Join us this summer for a Broadway Junior Revue: Raise Your Voice. Our passionate camp leaders bring all of the fun of an intensive program while still being inclusive and accepting of beginners and veterans alike. Raise Your Voice is a brand-new revue featuring songs from across MTI's Broadway Junior® collection. From Broadway Junior musicals based on classic titles like Guys and Dolls and Oliver! to beloved Disney shows like The Little Mermaid and Mary Poppins, Raise Your Voice offers a fun introduction to musical revues for young performers.Camp Dates: July 15 - August 2Camp does not meet for regular hours on August 2nd.Tech Rehearsal 4-6pm in costumePerformance 6pmPlease save the date for our final performance on Friday, August 2nd located at Gorton Center in Lake Forest. If you are looking for a child-based program that emphasizes process while also producing stellar performances, look no further: Rootz is your theatre destination! | Grades 1-8 | Summer 2024 | July 15 - August 2 | M-F | 9:30am-12:30pm | Sign Up Now |
| Beach Collection Sewing Camp with Ciao Bella Sewing | Kick off summer with one of Ciao Bella Sewing’s most popular sewing camps! During our Beach Collection Sewing Camp, sewers will make a variety of projects that they can use ALL SUMMER LONG! Sewers will make a Beach Bag, Cute & Cozy Fleece Shorts, a Trendy Beach Cover Up, make a Fun Scrunchie and decorate a beach hat. This is truly the perfect camp to kick off summer! We can’t wait to sew with you. Please send your sewer with a water bottle and snack each day. This camp will be led by two Ciao Bella Sewing Instructors. All supplies, including fabric, sewing machines, and sewing notions are provided. | Grades K-6 | Summer 2024 | June 10-14 | M-F | 9:30am-12:00pm | Sign Up Now |
| Barbie Inspired Sewing Camp with Ciao Bella Sewing | Join Ciao Bella Sewing for a week long sewing camp! During this creative and fun camp, students will learn how to sew using the sewing machine. Creative fashionistas will make a variety of Barbie Inspired Sewing Projects using the sewing machine. This includes a pair of cozy & cute hot pink pj pants, a trendy reversible tote bag, a ruffled skirt and a cute pink blanket. This camp is perfect for any who wants to learn how to sew or already knows how to sew. Please send your sewer with a water bottle and snack each day. This camp will be led by two Ciao Bella Sewing Instructors. All supplies, including fabric, sewing machines, and sewing notions are provided. | Grades K-6 | Summer 2024 | July 22-26 | M-F | 9:30am-12:00pm | Sign Up Now |
| Back to School Summer Sewing Camp with Ciao Bella | This is the perfect camp to gear up for the school year! We will make all projects that your creative camper can actually use for the upcoming school year. We are going to make a pair of cozy PJ Pants, a pencil case with velcro, a cute and trendy reversible bag that is perfect for after school activities, and a fleece sweater that your sewer will love wearing during the colder months. This camp will be led by Ciao Bella Sewing. All supplies, including fabric, sewing machines, and sewing notions are provided. It is SEW much fun to sew and create. Students can bring their own sewing machine or use the provided sewing machines. Students should bring a water bottle and snack everyday. | Grades K-6 | Summer 2024 | August 12-16 | M-F | 9:30am-12:00pm | Sign Up Now |
| Broadway & Me (Stages) | Each week, little Broadway fans and caregivers are introduced to exciting new songs, characters, and stories as Broadway Musicals are brought to life by a team of professional teaching artists. Created by a professional performer turned early childhood development specialist, Broadway & Me’s unique curriculum is both entertaining and developmentally appropriate. Each class features a different Broadway show and incorporates activities that are designed to support your little one’s physical, cognitive, social-emotional, and language development while offering individualized attention and encouragement! | Ages 0-3 | Summer 2024 | June 10 - July 29 (Mondays only) | Monday | 9:30-10:15am | Sign Up Now |