Bataille Academie of the Danse Summer Program

Bataille Academie of the Danse Summer Programs include activities such as Hip Hop, Jazz, Musical Theater, Crafts, Games, a Memory Scrapbook, and a Reading Circle. The programs take place in the Bataille Academie of the Danse studio environment and include Jumpin’ Jenny’s Themed Dance Camp as part of the summer offerings.

• Ages: 3–18 years old
• Schedule: Move & Groove with Friends at Jumpin’ Jenny’s Themed Dance Camp for 3–5 year old boys and girls runs Monday–Friday, 9:00am–11:00am, with Camp #1 from June 23–27, Camp #2 from July 7–11, and Camp #3 from August 4–8; a 6 Week Summer Dance Class Session for Kindergarten–12th Grade runs June 9, 2025–July 17, 2025

The Bataille Academie of the Danse was created in 1969 by Leona Bataille, and Dee Dee Johnson took over the studio in 1988. The mission of the Bataille Academie of the Danse states that it was created with a vision to energetically educate dancers through love and discipline, in a fun, diverse and professional environment that is recognized for its commitment to the growth and development of every dancer, viewing each of them as both artists and people. According to the mission statement, a professional and personable staff of instructors constantly works to improve techniques and teaching styles, each class works towards performance opportunities and is taught around the individual needs of participating students, and all are welcome if they are hard-working, dedicated and passionate about sharing the joy of dance. The summer programs also include Bataille’s 2nd Annual RESILIENCE DANCE CAMP, which is open to all Bataille dancers entering 2nd grade and up and is described as a chance to improve technique, learn new choreography and meet some of the best in the business.

Last updated January 11, 2026.