Camp Dates

June 03, 2023 - June 06, 2023

Camp Type:
Convention

June 03, 2023 - June 06, 2023

Camp Type:
Convention
Activity:
Dance
Team Type:
Junior High and High School
Registration Status:
Closed
Location:
Two Poydras Street
New Orleans, LA 70130

June 17, 2023 - June 20, 2023

Camp Type:
Convention

June 17, 2023 - June 20, 2023

Camp Type:
Convention
Activity:
Dance
Team Type:
Junior High and High School
Registration Status:
Register Now!
Location:
Two Poydras Street
New Orleans, LA 70130

Welcome to the Hilton New Orleans Riverside!

Attending UDA Camp will ensure your team shines bright all year long! Below you will find information and tips to prepare you for your camp experience. We are so excited for you to start your season with UDA!

Release and Waiver Form
Camp Dates & Pricing

Location Tips

  • Teams stay in comfortable hotel rooms in the heart of downtown New Orleans!
  • Camp is held at the Health Club by Hilton.  It is on sport court flooring so please bring your tennis shoes.
  • Breakfast is not offered at the camp location, only lunch and dinner.
  • Master and Convention camps will offer master classes by dance teachers in the industry!
  • Schedule allows for time on day three evening for teams to visit nearby shopping and restaurants!  You can check out the NEW Dave & Buster or if you’re up for some great team building check out the live escape games at Clue Carre.  Mention UDA and get 20% off.
  • There is NO Crazy Night offered at this camp.
  • State Director: Stacy Shelton | sshelton@varsity.com | 205.597.3587

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Testimonials from Camp

"'FOOD WAS HEALTHY AND AMAZING!!!” - Fran Moran, St Mary’s Dominican'"
"'Come in with an open mind and enjoy the excitement of camp with your teammates! Set your year off right by embracing all that camp has to offer!`` -Shelby'"
"'All the staff did an excellent job at teaching. Very helpful!” - Cindy Callahan Terrebonne High'"

Camp Notes

Camp Theme

Ready, set, SHOWTIME! Grab your costumes, channel your favorite musical or play character, and get ready to take center stage!

What to Bring

To make sure you have the BEST camp experience possible, check out the list below to make sure you are bringing the correct items for day-to-day activities!

Prior to Camp :

  • Be sure to camp your camp music by downloading the Clementune app.
  • Team Up for St Jude Fundraising Letters: Bring at least 5 letters to camp and receive a collectible Team Up for St. Jude pin! To find out how to complete these forms and to learn more about St Jude go to https://uda.varsity.com/Camps/St-Jude.
  • Completed Medical Release Forms for each person (this includes advisors, chaperones and coaches) are to be brought to the registration table at camp. We must have the original copy. DO NOT send Medical Release forms to the office. You can find these forms at https://uda.varsity.com/Camps/Required-Forms.

At Camp :

  • For UDA Overnight Camps only (University locations): Toiletries such as toothbrush, toothpaste, face wash, shampoo and deodorant. Also bring bed linens (extra-long sheets, pillows, blankets, towels), a fan and shower shoes.
  • A copy of your home routine music on a CD and/or in mp3 format to be played on a smartphone. Please bring a backup CD. You may also bring a CD player/soundsystem to practice camp routines. For more information on home routine music guidelines go to https://varsity.com/music.
  • Five addresses for family and friends! During teamleader time, your team will receive the Team Up for St. Jude letters! By turning in five addressed letters at camp, you will receive a collectible Team Up for St. Jude pin!
  • Water bottle (for each person)
  • Spending Money (optional). Most participants bring $50 – $55 for snacks, apparel, souvenirs, etc.
  • Sunscreen, lip balm, medications for muscle soreness or headaches (Tylenol, aspirin, etc.). Varsity is not allowed to administer any kind of medication at camp. Most camps have first aid personnel on duty.
  • Optional decorating supplies for spirit sticks and dorms. Please check with your State Director on dorm rules regarding decorating.
  • NOTE: If your team is commuting to camp (which means you are receiving instruction only), meals are NOT provided. Be sure to bring your meals or money for meals. You may purchase your meals at some locations.

What to Wear

  • Dance attire (t-shirts, shorts and tennis/dance shoes). Most teams wear matching outfits. This is NOT required but is a good way to identify you as a group. Whenever possible, please mark all belongings by name and address. Please make sure to bring shoes for BOTH feet!
  • Uniforms (may be worn during evaluations if desired but are not required).
  • Crazy Night : Ready, set, SHOWTIME! Grab your costumes, channel your favorite musical or play character, and get ready to take center stage!