How to choose a summer dance camp in Europe: a 2027 checklist
Choosing a summer dance camp is a big decision: it takes a week of your summer, a trip, and a real budget. Whether you are looking for a hip-hop dance camp in Europe, a summer dance intensive in Slovakia or simply the right camp for your crew, the same questions decide whether a camp fits you. Below is a checklist you can use for any camp, and for each point, the facts for HYPE Dance Camp 2027 in Nitra, Slovakia, so you can see how the answers look in practice.
When is the camp, and how many days does it run?
Check the exact dates against your school or work holidays and your travel days. Count the days of classes, not only the calendar dates, and find out when check-in opens on the first day.
At HYPE Dance Camp 2027: HYPE Dance Camp 2027 runs from Tuesday, August 17 to Saturday, August 21, 2027: 5 days in Nitra, Slovakia. Reception opens for check-in from 16:00 on the first day. HYPE 2027 at a glance →
What does the price actually include?
Compare like with like. Some prices cover only the classes, others add a room and meals. Ask what is inside the pass, what is an optional add-on, how much you pay when you book and how much later.
At HYPE Dance Camp 2027: Until November 30, 2026 (inclusive) all HYPE 2027 passes are 40% off: The Ultimate Package €354 (instead of €590) and the Three-Days Dance Pass €219 (instead of €365). The Ultimate Package covers all 20 classes, master classes, hype events, the showcase ticket and the official HYPE shirt. You pay a €69 registration fee now and €285 at camp. Accommodation, food and transport are optional add-ons at extra cost; their prices will be announced in January–February 2027. Compare the passes →
How many classes are there, and how long is each one?
Count the hours you will actually dance. The number of classes, the length of each class and the daily timetable tell you more than the number of days.
At HYPE Dance Camp 2027: HYPE has 20+ classes and 30+ hours of dancing. Each class is 90 minutes. Classes, workshops and master classes run in the main hall every day from 9:30 to 21:30, with meals and breaks during the day. See the 2027 schedule →
Is the camp right for my level?
Ask who the classes are for. Some camps expect an advanced level, others welcome everyone. If you are coming with a group, check that the level fits all of you.
At HYPE Dance Camp 2027: HYPE Dance Camp is for dancers of all levels, from first steps to years of experience.
What is the studio space like?
A full week of classes is easier in a large, ventilated hall with a good floor, a stage and a proper sound system. Ask for photos or videos of the hall.
At HYPE Dance Camp 2027: Classes at HYPE take place in a ventilated 500 m² workshop hall with a stage for the choreographers, stage lighting and a professional sound system. See the venue →
Where will I sleep and eat?
Find out whether there is accommodation on site, how many people share a room, what is provided, and how meals work if they are not in the price.
At HYPE Dance Camp 2027: At HYPE, on-campus accommodation is an optional add-on: rooms for 2–3 dancers, each with a private bathroom; bedding and towels are provided. Spots are limited and dancers with The Ultimate Package get priority. Full board on campus (3 meals a day) is also an optional add-on, and there are supermarkets, cafes and restaurants within a 5-minute walk. Accommodation and food questions →
Who teaches, and when is the line-up announced?
Some camps open their presale before the line-up is announced. Decide whether you book early for the price, or wait for the names. Looking at who taught in previous years gives you an idea of the style of the camp.
At HYPE Dance Camp 2027: The HYPE 2027 line-up will be announced in January–February 2027. In 2026 the artists were Monyett Crump, Roman Varava, Momo Koyama, Ivan Barnabas, Juliana Mahlich, Oliver Andrews and Peter Valentin. Meet the artists →
What happens if my plans change?
Read the cancellation and transfer policy before you pay. Ask what part of the payment is refundable and whether you can give your spot to another dancer.
At HYPE Dance Camp 2027: At HYPE you can transfer your spot to another dancer before check-in. The €69 registration fee for The Ultimate Package is non-refundable; if you decide not to come, you are not charged the remaining €285. Read the cancellation policy →
Is there more than classes?
A camp is also about the atmosphere. Ask about events, showcases and what happens in the evenings.
At HYPE Dance Camp 2027: HYPE has hype events and a showcase. In every class, choreographers give cards to outstanding dancers; the dancer with the most cards wins a full package for the next edition (accommodation not included). Meet the HYPE 2026 winner →
HYPE Dance Camp 2027 at a glance
| Dates | Tuesday, August 17 – Saturday, August 21, 2027 (5 days) |
|---|---|
| Venue | PKO Hotel Nitra, Nitra, Slovakia |
| Style | International hip-hop dance camp, fifth edition (every summer in Nitra since 2023) |
| Program | 20+ classes of 90 minutes, master classes, hype events, one showcase |
| Levels | All levels |
| Presale (until November 30, 2026) | The Ultimate Package €354 (instead of €590) · Three-Days Dance Pass €219 (instead of €365) |
| Not included | Accommodation, food and transport (optional add-ons at extra cost) |
| 2027 line-up | Announced January–February 2027 |
8 questions to ask any camp before you pay
- What exactly is included in the pass, and what is an add-on?
- How much do I pay now, and how much later?
- How many hours of classes are there per day?
- Which levels are the classes for?
- Where will I sleep, and who will I share a room with?
- How do meals work?
- When will the line-up be announced?
- What happens to my payment if I cannot come?
For HYPE, the answers to all of these are on this site: see the FAQ, the passes and the 2027 presale. Questions? DM @hypedancecamp on Instagram.
