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Registration is now open for Summer classes at BLDC!

We offer a wide array of classes and camps for students of all ages and ability levels.
Please note, there is a $5.00 summer registration fee for all accounts.

We are happy to answer any questions and are here to help you find the perfect fit for your summertime dance adventures!  
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Don’t wait to sign up! Class sizes are limited to ensure an appropriate student-to-teacher ratio and they fill quickly.


IMPORTANT ONLINE REGISTRATION NOTE:
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If you are requesting multiple classes and our registration program shows a conflict alert,
you can disregard that notice and click "Request" a second time.
We will still receive your registration on our end and will be able to processes your enrollment. 

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THEME CAMPS

Our popular theme camps are sure to please your child!
Each fun-filled camp will include dance, activities and crafts, all with a specific  theme! ​

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THIS GIRL CAN
This camp will feature our favorite characters who know how to get things done. We love these strong girls who are determined, adventurous, resourceful, confident, loyal and true. Students will participate in dancing, games, and crafting, all celebrating these brave characters.

June 21-23  T/W/TH   4:00-5:30 pm
​$65

Ages 3-6
Ages 7-10


Shoes: Ballet shoes, jazz shoes or clean sneakers. Students can also wear socks or go barefoot.
Attire: Dance wear or athletic wear in which the student is comfortable dancing.


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​ALICE'S WONDERLAND BAKERY
Join Alice for a sweet time in this yummy camp! We’ll cook up some fun while dancing, making crafts, playing games and decorating treats! This delightful camp will conclude with a very special unbirthday party complete with wishing sprinkles! 
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June 28-30  T/W/TH  5:00-6:30 pm
​$65
Ages 3-6
Ages 7-10

Shoes: Ballet shoes, jazz shoes or clean sneakers. Students can also wear socks or go barefoot.
Attire: Dance wear or athletic wear in which the student is comfortable dancing.


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L.O.L. SURPRISE!
Don’t want to leave your L.O.L. doll at home? Bring her along to dance camp! Grab your favorite doll and come groove with us. Students will learn fun hip-hop moves to upbeat L.O.L Surprise songs. A surprise craft will also be completed each day.

July 12-14   T/W/TH   5:30-7:00 pm
​$65
Ages 5-8
Ages 9-12

Shoes: Clean sneakers or jazz shoes. Students can wear socks or go barefoot if they do not have dance shoes.
Attire: Dance wear or athletic wear in which the student is comfortable dancing.


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ENCANTO
Are you enchanted with this year's biggest hit from Disney? We are too! Come join the magic of the movie as we create dances and crafts inspired by this new Disney classic.

July 19-21  T/W/TH   5:30-7:00 pm
​$65
Ages 3-6
Ages 7-9
Ages 10 & Up

Shoes: Ballet shoes or jazz shoes. Students can wear socks or go barefoot if they do not have dance shoes.
Attire: Dance wear or athletic wear in which the student is comfortable dancing.


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CHILLIN' LIKE A VILLAIN
Get your summer chill on as we bring to life the characters of the Descendants and their parents. Explore the stories and their exciting world in this hip hop and jazz themed dance camp. Each day will be filled with dance class, crafts and activities.

​​July 26-28   T/W/TH  5:30-7:00 pm
​$65
Ages 5-8
Ages 9-12

Shoes: Jazz shoes or clean sneakers. Students can wear socks or go barefoot if they do not have dance shoes.
Attire: Dance wear or athletic wear in which the student is comfortable dancing.


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FROZEN & FRIENDS
Join Elsa, Anna, Olaf and their fairytale friends for a week full of fun! Students will dance to through Frozen's inspiring music and enjoy Princess themed games and create sparkling crafts. Make all of your dancer’s dreams come true and join us for “Frozen & Friends” dance camp! 

August 2-4  T/W/TH   5:30-7:00 pm​
​$65

​Ages 3-6
Ages 7-10
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Shoes: Ballet shoes or jazz shoes. Students can wear socks or go barefoot if they do not have dance shoes.
Attire: Dance wear or athletic wear in which the student is comfortable dancing.


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MY LITTLE PONY
RAINBOWS, UNICORNS & EVERYTHING THAT GLITTERS!
"WHO'S READY TO SPARKLE?" This camp is perfect for everyone who loves rainbows, unicorns and everything that glitters! Join Rainbow Dash and the whole gang of ponies and unicorns for all the magical fun in the land Equestria! We’ll dance to our favorite My Little Pony jams and create colorful crafts.
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August 9-11  T/W/TH  5:00-6:30 pm
$65
Ages 3-6
Ages 7-10 

​​Shoes: Ballet shoes or jazz shoes. Students can wear socks or go barefoot if they do not have dance shoes.
Attire: Dance wear or athletic wear in which the student is comfortable dancing.

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Mini Sessions

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KINDERKIDS COMBINATION
A great way to start your child's dance experience or continue their dance education through the summer. Classes include tap and creative movement, incorporating basic ballet skills. Choose one or both sessions.

KinderKids Red: Ages 2.5-4
Session 1:  June 14-June 30  T/TH  6:30-7:30 pm
Session 2:  August 2-18  T/TH  5:30-6:30 pm
$90 per 6-class session

KinderKids Blue: Ages 5-7
Session 1:  June 14-June 30  Tuesdays & Thursdays  5:30-6:30 pm
Session 2:  August 2-18  Tuesdays & Thursdays  6:30-7:30 pm
$90 per 6-lesson session

Shoes: Ballet shoes and tap shoes
Attire: Dance attire or any clothing that allows for free movement.


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PRE-BALLET
​​In this introductory ballet class, students will enjoy exploring the principles of ballet in a fun format perfect for young dancers. The class will cover basic proper terminology, classroom etiquette, stretching and strengthening techniques, and movement exercises designed to improve coordination and gracefulness. Choose one or both sessions.
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Ages 4-7
​Session 1:  June 14-June 30  Tuesdays & Thursdays  6:30-7:30 pm​
Session 2:  August 2-18  Tuesdays & Thursdays  4:30-5:30 pm
$90 per 6-lesson session

Shoes: Pink Ballet Shoes/Black Ballet Shoes
Attire:
Leotard and tights/Shorts & T-Shirt


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HIP-HOP FLIP-FLOP
This class is for those high energy little ones that are always ready to show off their dance moves and love to flip around. It combines the basics of hip hop (only age appropriate movement and music) with basic acrobatic skills. 

​Ages 4-7
Session 1:   June 14-June 30  Tuesdays & Thursdays  5:30-6:30 pm
​Session 2:   August 2-18  Tuesdays & Thursdays  6:30-7:30 pm
​$90 per 6-lesson session
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​Shoes: Clean sneakers.
Attire: Dance wear or athletic wear in which the student is comfortable dancing.


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HIP-HOP
Our Hip-hop classes are an excellent choice for high-energy kids who want to take a fun dance class. The classes emphasize rhythm, musicality, coordination and age appropriate choreography. 

Ages 8-11 
Session 1:   June 14-June 30  Tuesdays & Thursdays  6:30-7:30 pm
​Session 2:   August 2-18  Tuesdays & Thursdays  5:30-6:30 pm
$90 per 6-lesson session
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​Shoes: Clean sneakers.
Attire: Dance wear or athletic wear in which the student is comfortable dancing.
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For younger dancers interested in Hip-Hop, check out Hip-Hop Flip-Flop! 
For older dancers, check out Teen Hip-Hop!


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ACRO DANCE
Acro is a style of dance that combines classical dance technique with precision acrobatic elements.  A defining characteristic of acro is the smooth, graceful transitions between dance and acrobatic movements. Acro teaches flexibility, balance, strength, muscle control, and above all discipline and concentration.  We highly encourage dancers to take Acro class to help enhance their dancing.  
Body Language Dance Company is certified in the Acrobatic Arts curriculum. 
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COMPETITION TEAM MEMBERS: When you fill out your audition form, you will indicate if you would like to register for Acro class this summer. When we receive your form, we will place dancers in the correct level and confirm with you by June 15 for session one and July 12 for session 2. One Acro session can be applied to the summer requirements and will count as one day.

Attire: Dance wear (leotard, dance top and shorts, etc.) No T-shirts or baggy clothing. No shoes.

Acro A -  PLEASE CONTACT BLDC FOR PLACEMENT 
Session 1:   June 28-July 19   Tuesdays & Thursdays  5:30-6:30 pm
$100   6-lesson session - no class July 5
Session 2:   July 21 - Aug 4   Tuesdays & Thursdays  3:15-4:15 pm
$85   5-lesson session
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Acro B -  PLEASE CONTACT BLDC FOR PLACEMENT
Session 1:  June 28-July 19   Tuesdays & Thursdays   6:30-7:45
$125   6-lesson session - no class July 5
Session 2:  July 21 - Aug 4   Tuesdays & Thursdays 2:00-3:15 pm
$105    5-lesson session

Acro C  - PLEASE CONTACT BLDC FOR PLACEMENT
Session 1:   June 28-July 19   Tuesdays & Thursdays  7:45-9:00 pm
$125   6-lesson session - no class July 5
Session 2:  July 21 - Aug 4   Tuesdays & Thursdays  12:45-2:00 pm
$105    5-lesson session


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TEEN CLASSES
6-Lesson Sessions
Session 1: June 13-29  Mondays & Wednesdays (No longer accepting enrollment)
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Session 2: August 1-17  Mondays & Wednesdays

Ages 12 & up

​Teen Tap  5:00-5:45 pm   $70 
Shoes: Tap shoes

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Teen Hip-Hop 5:45-6:30 pm   $70
Shoes: Clean sneakers or jazz shoes


Teen Jazz  6:30-7:15 pm   $70
Shoes: Jazz or ballet shoes or bare feet


Teen Contemporary  7:15-8:00 pm   $70
Shoes: Jazz or ballet shoes or bare feet


Attire for all classes: Dance wear or athletic wear in which the student is comfortable dancing. 


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SAMPLE SERIES
Try a variety of dance styles in our new Sample Series! This is a perfect opportunity for students to try several dance disciplines and help them discover their favorites. Students will explore Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Contemporary, Broadway Jazz and Hip-Hop.

August 16-18  T/W/TH   6:00-6:45 pm - $35
K-2nd Grade
3rd-5th Grade
Teen: 6th-12th Grade

​​Shoes: Clean sneakers, ballet shoes, tap shoes, jazz shoes. Students can wear socks or go barefoot if they do not have dance shoes.
Attire: Dance wear or athletic wear in which the student is comfortable dancing. 

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3-Day Intensives & Multi Discipline Technique Classes

The ballet intensive, tap/jazz intensive and multi-discipline classes are intended for dancers with prior dance experience.
Contact BLDC for placement information.
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FOR COMPETITION TEAM STUDENTS:
Dancers are encouraged to attend as many sessions as possible to keep up their training through the summer months. 
​We highly recommend that students add at least one Acro session as well.
The tap/jazz intensive and ballet intensive will count as 2 days. Tap/Jazz and Ballet Intensives will conclude with a short showcase.  
All Standard Competition dancers must attend a minimum of eight intensive days during the summer.  
All Competition Plus dancers are required to attend a minimum of ten intensive days during the summer.   

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MULTI-DISCIPLINE DAYS
Ages 10 & Up: 3:30-8:45 pm  $75 per day
June 27, 29
July 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27
August 17

Ages 9 & Under  3:30-6:45pm  $48 per day
​June 27, 29
July 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27
​August 17

​Shoes: Clean sneakers, ballet shoes, tap shoes, jazz shoes.
Attire: Dance wear


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Pre-Pointe/Pointe-By placement only
Dancers must also be enrolled in the Multi-Discipline Days on the dates they select.

​Pre-Pointe/Pointe  8:45-9:30pm  ​$10 per class
June 27, 29
July 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27
​August 17



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Ballet Intensive 
August 2-4 
Tuesday-Thursday  4:30-8:00pm
$150

Ages 6 & Up (with prior dance experience)
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​Shoes: Clean sneakers, ballet shoes, tap shoes, jazz shoes.
Attire: Dancewear


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​TAP & JAZZ INTENSIVE
August 9-11   
Tuesday-Thursday   4:30-8:00pm
​$150

​Ages 6 & Up (with prior dance experience) 
Shoes: Tap shoes & Jazz shoes


Adult Classes

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This is the perfect informal way to get into dance. The variety of classes makes it easy to jump right in at any stage of your experience. Never danced before, no problem! Want to get back into dance after several years? No worries. Our Adult classes are offered in a stress free environment! 
Attire for Adult Classes: Dance wear or athletic wear in which you are comfortable dancing.

5 Lesson Session: Tuesdays & Thursdays  
July 12-July 26
Adult Ballet
6:00-7:00 pm   $70
Shoes: Pink Ballet Shoes recommended
**Class on July 26 will be 6:45-7:45 pm

Adult Jazz

7:00-8:00 pm   $70
Shoes: Jazz or Ballet shoes
**Class on July 26 will be 7:45-8:45 pm

Adult Heels
8:00-8:45 pm  $60
Shoes: Heels in which you are comfortable doing movement. Shoes with ankle support, a minimum 2.5 inch thin heel and bendable to enable movement are recommended. 
​**Class on July 26 will be 8:45-9:30 pm

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5 Lesson Session: Monday's & Wednesday's June 13-June 27
Beg/Int Tap (No longer accepting enrollment)
6:00-6:45 pm   $60
Shoes: Tap shoes 

Int/Adv Tap (No longer accepting enrollment)

7:30-8:15 pm   $60
Shoes: Tap shoes 

​Adult Hip-Hop (No longer accepting enrollment)

6:45-7:30pm   $60
Shoes: Clean sneakers or Jazz shoes

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888 Chicago Drive
Jenison, MI 49428
(616) 667-2272
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