SHUMKA SUMMER DANCE CAMPS — where passion, culture, and joy unite! Open to all ages and skill levels, our camps blend Ukrainian dance with fun, friendship, and personal growth. Train with expert instructors, embrace tradition, and build lifelong memories in an energetic and inspiring environment. Dance hard, play hard, and make this summer unforgettable!
Register here or call 780.455.9559
Multiple-week discount: Register for one day camp and get 10% off a second week, 20% off a third! Applies to the same participant.
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DAY CAMPS
“My son absolutely loved Shumka Minis. He was excited to attend each day and left exhausted from all the fun he had! He is already asking when he can come again!”
“Shumka Summer Dance Camps have always been my kids FAVOURITE summer camps of the year! These camps run seamlessly, and my kids have the most fun.”
NEW Shumka Minis Themed Ages 3-5 July 7-11, July 21-25, August 4-8
Embark on a magical, themed adventure where our youngest Shumka dancers bring Ukrainian dance, traditions, and folklore to life! Each day is packed with exciting themed dance, crafts, songs, stories, and games, sparking creativity and learning. As the week unfolds, campers dive into a world of culture and fun, leading up to a final concert and art showcase!
NEW Wet n’ Wonky Ages 6-8, 9-12 July 7-11
Dive into the ultimate summer adventure! Campers will visit a new waterpark daily, conquering slides, wave pools, and obstacle courses while making a splash. Beyond the water fun, dancers sharpen their skills with 15 hours of top-quality Ukrainian dance training, ending in a final performance for family and friends. Wet n’ Wonky is your chance to dance, dive, and soak up an unforgettable summer!
NEW Shumka Bakers Ages 6-8, 9-12 July 21-25
Get ready for a tasty adventure where young bakers and dancers mix creativity and fun! In St. John’s kitchen, campers will bake traditional Ukrainian treats and other goodies under a professional cook’s guidance – eating their delicious creations along the way. Outside the kitchen, they’ll enjoy 15 hours of top-quality Ukrainian dance training. Whether mastering recipes or dance steps, this camp is the perfect recipe for confidence, culture, and summer memories!
NEW Carpathian Climbs Ages 6-8, 9-12 August 4-8
Climb, swing, and soar into an action-packed week! Carpathian Climbs takes campers to new heights with aerial parks, circus acrobatics, trampolines, nerf battles, balloon artistry, and a flight simulator. Alongside the thrills, dancers train for 15 hours in top-tier Ukrainian dance, ending with an exciting final performance. Get ready for a week of challenge, creativity, and nonstop fun!
* 3 hrs dance instruction + 3 hrs of activities per day
Ages 6-8 activities: Foam fighters, cirquetastic, flight simulator, trampoline park, balloon artistry.
Ages 9-12 activities: Foam fighters, cirquetastic, aerial park, trampoline park, balloon artistry.
- Transportation to offsite recreational activities is included.
- Day campers are responsible for their own morning and afternoon snacks, and lunch. Shumka Minis camps do not require lunch.
- Before and after-day camp care is available for $20/day from 8-9 am and 4-5 pm. Shumka Minis do not have aftercare.
OVERNIGHT CAMPS
“Very pleased with overall dance content, spirit, purpose, and instruction that connected and inspired our Ukrainian dance skills. The environment was friendly, energetic, and fun! The camp was a wonderful experience for my daughter who was surrounded by an enthusiastic and supportive environment all week.”
Overnight X-Treme Junior: 9-13, Senior: 14+ August 17-23, August 24-30
Experience elite Ukrainian dance training and summer fun like never before! Train up to six hours daily with top instructors, mastering technique and regional choreography. Off the dance floor, enjoy team challenges, water sports, lake swims, themed meals, and campfires. Don’t miss Kolomeyka Night, dancing alongside the Ukrainian Shumka Dancers in an electrifying celebration! With great food, endless fun, and lasting friendships, this camp fuels passion, builds skills, and creates lifelong memories.
Exciting News!
Our OVERNIGHT CAMPS have a stunning new home at Camp St. Basil in Mulhurst, AB – a picture-perfect summer camp straight out of the movies! Set on a beautiful lakeside, it features two spacious dance studios, a full dining hall, large dormitories, a sprawling field, canoes, and air conditioning for the perfect mix of adventure and comfort.
With room for up to 100 campers per week, there’s plenty of space to train, connect, and make lifelong memories. From sunlit dance classes to lakeside fun and unforgettable campfires, this is the ultimate Shumka Summer Dance Camp experience!
- Refunds are granted for medical reasons with a doctor’s note or in the case of a family emergency, evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
SPRING AND SUMMER CAMPS FOR SENIORS
NEW Swans on the Lake
Ages 55+ May 26-30, 9am-12pm $225
Immerse yourself in the beautiful music, dance, and story of Tchaikovsky’s much-loved Swan Lake, considered one of the greatest and most memorable ballets. Experience this timeless love story through safe and inclusive ballet movement and realise the benefits of dance in improving health and well-being. This weeklong half day camp is taught by Tasha Orysiuk, Certified R.A.D. Silver Swans Instructor.
NEW Seniors can Shumka visit Spain and Portugal
Ages 55+ June 23-27, 9am-12pm $225
Join us for a half-day, week-long cultural experience as we explore the dance styles of Spain, Portugal and Majorca. From the vibrant and passionate rhythms of Spain to the traditional folk and lively court dances of Portugal, each dance style will tell a unique story of its own. No dance experience is necessary, just a desire to move to great music and have FUN! All levels of mobility are accepted and accommodated. This celebration of culture through dance is taught by Tasha Orysiuk, Shumka’s Artistic Director. Castanets included!
