Dive into a summer of camps!

2024 Summer Dance Camps

Dive into a world of rhythm, creativity, and fun with Gasper's School of Dance and Camp Gasper's Summer Dance Camps! We have dance camps themed for both ages 3 - 8 and ages 9 - 13!!

Make a Splash with Us

This summer, join us for an unforgettable dance experience at Gasper's School of Dance and Camp Gasper. Our Summer Dance Camps are specially designed to ignite the love for movement in preschool through middle school-aged kids (2 age groups and themes for each). No prior dance experience is necessary – just bring your enthusiasm and a desire to have a blast!

Creative Exploration

Immerse yourself in the magic of dance, crafts, creative movement, and captivating story time. Our enthusiastic dance leaders will guide young dancers through a journey of self-expression, fostering a love for the art of movement in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Memory Passport Book

As a cherished keepsake, each participant will receive a unique memory passport book. This passport is a delightful way for your child to document their dance camp adventures, complete with stamps and memories from each week's theme.

Weekly Themes

Experience the excitement of a new theme each week! From enchanted fairy tales to wild dress up adventures, our camps offer a variety of engaging and imaginative themes that captivate young minds.

Flexible Options

We understand that schedules vary, so for our Junior Campers we offer both morning and evening camp options. Choose the time that suits your family best – whether it's a bright and energetic morning start or a magical evening under the studio lights. The choice is yours!

Convenient Location

Our Summer Dance Camps take place at our South Studio location in the Osgood Hornbacher's neighborhood. With a central and accessible location, getting your child involved in the joy of dance has never been easier.

Connect and Grow

Our camps provide not only a platform for creative expression but also an opportunity for kids to build lasting friendships. Share the joy of dance with like-minded peers and create beautiful memories together.

Don't miss out on this summer dance extravaganza! Join Gasper's School of Dance and Camp Gasper for a season of laughter, learning, and lasting memories. Enroll now and let the dance adventure begin!

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2024 Summer Junior Camp (Ages 3-8)

Sign up for one, two or for all! Visit our website for additional information and descriptions. Spots are limited so register today! These camps below are for ages 3 - 8.

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Candyland Dance Camp

Thu, May 23, 2024 | 5:00pm - 6:30pm

The Royal Ball Dance Camp

Wed, June 5, 2024 | 5:00pm - 6:30pm OR

Thu, June 6, 2024 | 10:30am - 12:00pm

Best Friends Pajama Dance Camp

Wed, June 12, 2024 | 5:00pm - 6:30pm OR

Thu, June 13, 2024 | 10:30am - 12:00pm

Beach Party Dance Camp

Wed, June 19, 2024 | 5:00pm - 6:30pm OR

Thu, June 20, 2024 | 10:30am - 12:00pm

Dress Up Adventure Dance Camp

Wed, June 26, 2024 | 5:00pm - 6:30pm OR

Thu, June 27, 2024 | 10:30am - 12:00pm

Christmas in July Dance Camp

Wed, July 10, 2024 | 5:00pm - 6:30pm OR

Thu, July 11, 2024 | 10:30am - 12:00pm

I'm A Star Dance Camp

Wed, July 17, 2024 | 5:00pm - 6:30pm OR

Thu, July 18, 2024 | 10:30am - 12:00pm

Unicorns & Dragons Dance Camp

Wed, July 24, 2024 | 5:00pm - 6:30pm OR

Thu, July 25, 2024 | 10:30am - 12:00pm

Superheroes Dance Camp

Wed, July 31, 2024 | 5:00pm - 6:30pm OR

Thu, Aug 1, 2024 | 10:30am - 12:00pm

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2024 Summer Dance Camps (Ages 9 - 13)

These dance camps are geared toward 9 - 13 year olds.

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Eras Dance Camp

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 | 9am - 12pm

Best Friends Dance Camp

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 | 9am - 12pm

Pop Stars Dance Camp

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 | 9am - 12pm

On Broadway Dance Camp

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 | 9am - 12pm

Trending Dance Camp

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 | 9am - 12pm

Glam Dance Camp

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 | 9am - 12pm

Island Beat Dance Camp

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 | 9am - 12pm

Fashionista Dance Camp

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 | 9am - 12pm

Don't miss out on a summer of creativity and fun!

Meet Ms. Bryanna Gehrtz

We welcome back Ms. Bryanna to our GSD staff this season. Ms. Bryanna teaches lyrical, jazz, turns & leaps, ballet, gymnastics for the dancer, and is one of our Performance Team coaches. We love having Ms. Bryanna's peppy spirit at our studio.

Q & A with Ms. Bryanna

Q. What is your favorite part of teaching?

A. My favorite thing about teaching is getting to see kids get so excited when they finally learn something new they have been working on.

Q. What inspired you as a dancer?

A. I was put in ballet when I was young but it was the older dancers at the studio that really inspired me to keep dancing and grew my love for the art.

Q. Tips for our dancers?

A. My best advice for dancers is to take what you want from class. You get what you give, so if you show up on time, dress the part, and work hard, you will see results!

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Bryanna Gehrtz

Bryanna has been a part of the dance community since she was 4 years old. Moving around as a child exposed her too many different studios and styles which caused her to fall in love with the art. Bryanna has danced key roles in various productions including Simba in Lion King, Peter Pan in Peter Pan, Mrs. Potts in Beauty and the Beast, and most recently Pekoe in FMBallet's production of Aladdin.

Bryanna is a Student at NDSU and along with studying there has been a part of the NDSU cheer team for years, showcasing her passion for gymnastics and dance. This will be Bryanna's second year teaching with Gasper's and she is thrilled for the opportunity to meet her new students and spend the year dancing with them!

Meet Ms. Suzanne Spiese

Ms. Suzanne Spiese joins us again this season. Ms. Suzanne has an extensive background in teaching young dancers ages 3 - 8. She has a passion for this age group and loves sharing her 25+ years of knowledge with our instructors and with your dancers. We are so lucky to have her at our studio and teaching your dancers. Ms. Suzanne is also the Costume Designer for the FMBallet and runs her own dance costume business.

Q & A with Ms. Suzanne

Q. What is your favorite part of teaching?

A. My favorite part of being a teacher is to pass on my love of dance to my young dancers. I love seeing them try something for the first time. I want my classes to be a comfortable friendly place where the art form of ballet can be passed on to the next generation and that the dancers can feel excited about dancing and learning.

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Ms. Suzanne Spiese

Suzanne Spiese started dancing as a young child in Lisbon, ND. She later moved to Fargo to attend NDSU and began studying ballet, tap and jazz dance with Kathy and Eddie Gasper, then the FM Center of Dance. In Fargo she danced as a soloist with The Red River Dance and Performing Company under the direction of Kathy and Eddie Gasper as well as The Orchesis Dance Company at NDSU. During this time she also taught ballet and jazz dance classes at Minnesota State University Moorhead.

After earning degrees in Family and Consumer Science Education, as well as Clothing and Textiles, she moved to New York City for 3 years. There, she had the opportunity to take ballet, tap and jazz dance classes throughout the city. After moving back to the Minneapolis/St. Paul she completed her certification in Early Childhood Education and taught Early Childhood Education and lead Parent discussions with the Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) program in St. Paul.

Later she moved to Oakes, ND where she and her husband (Mike) owned Oakes Drug and she opened the Oakes School of Dance. She just celebrated her 22nd year owning and teaching at Oakes School of Dance.

Sue has 4 children: Abigail, Carley, Julia and Michael and a recent “empty nester”. She has choreographed 15 summers at The Lamoure County Summer Theater and most recently, two summers with The Oakes Theater Group.

In recent years she attended the Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet teacher workshop, under the direction of Marcia Dale Weary as well at the Dance Life Teachers conference under the direction of Rhee Gold.

For the past 8 years she also has enjoyed costuming and making professional tutus for the FMBallet.