Dance Camp Retreat: July 3rd to July 8th 2026
EAT SLEEP BREATHE - DANCE
Join us for five days in community. We are heading back to nature, exploring our interconnections, and continuing the efforts to cross pollinate the pacific northwest dance communities.
Essentials:
Located just outside of Carnation, WA, about an hour east of Seattle. You will be provided with ample food throughout the day, as well as lodging and daily programming.
Carpooling is encouraged - Ride Share Doc
Location Camp this year is going to be a bit more rustic, in a beautifuly forested and secluded area surrounding Langlois Lake. With five to ten min walks between dance spaces and main lodging, expect to be walking up and down hills and through wooded trails. Shuttles and luggage transport to your accommodations will be provided during arrival windows. You will not be able to park near your accommodations unless you are in the far southern camping area (20 min walk north to south)
Accommodations There are three troop houses on the hill, with each house split into three open dorms (two that sleep 11 and one that sleeps 4). In the valley there are an assortment of open air cabins, some with room to place tents near by. Bring your own sheets for a twin bed, blankets and pillow. The dorms are pretty open spaces, so ear plugs are recommended, and some extra sheets if you want to create some sense of privacy. Camping space in the central area is minimal (20-30).
If you have accessibility needs please let us know. Detailed images and notes will be provided on each lodging option before tickets go on sale. You will be able to select your lodging on checkout, which is available on a first come first serve basis, so please register early.
Pets are also not allowed at Camp River Ranch
A more detailed welcome letter will be sent after you register for camp with a pack list, etc.
Camp Programming Camp will be comprised of a nice balance of Conscious Dance, Contact Improv, Expressive Arts and Community Building.
Facilitators and Schedule
Check out the Programming page to see what is being offered at camp.
Youth Programming will be provided during daytime workshops. Please visit the YPP page for registration and more details.
Consent At Camp Before Registering for Camp,
Please Review Our Agreements
Health Safety We request that attendees minimize exposure in the three days before camp, self-monitor and not attend if you feel sick. If you exhibit Cold or Flu like symptoms at camp you will be asked to mask / isolate and if symptoms do not subside you will be provided a refund for your remaining days and required to leave camp for the safety of others.
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NOTE: Tickets Are Not Yet On Sale for 2026
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Registration
Includes food, and programming from Friday evening to Wednesday morning.
Standard – $400 tickets fully cover expenses for camp
Supporting – $500 tickets are available for those who have more to give
Supported – $300 tickets are available to make camp accessible to those who need a lower price
In Addition You Must Reserve Your Lodging
($100 - Non Refundable)
Youth age 4 to 14 - $263 (Lodging Included)
Youth age 3 and under- FREE
Please see the Youth page for more info
and to register your youth
Work Exchange
Dance Camp is a volunteer run organization, and there are plenty of opportunities to contribute your time in exchange for tuition. Please check out our Volunteer page. Note: Some positions will require early arrival on Sunday evening or Monday morning
Donation
If you would like to help support the growth of our collective, please consider donating directly to our 501c3 - Dance Collective Northwest.
Refunds: Your purchase includes a $100 non-refundable deposit to cover lodging costs. The remaining can be refunded up to two weeks before camp starts, at which point an additional $175 will be committed towards food purchase.