Michigan Upper Peninsula Dance Classes and Intensives

U.P.rootEDD:

A reimaginEDD week of dancing, grounding and self-care

August 4-10, 2024
Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts in Houghton, MI

Tuition: $650

Experience the breathtaking natural beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula while receiving some of the best instruction in the country in this reimaginEDD program!

Recharge your creativity. Rediscover yourself and your passions. Reignite your inner spark.

Acceptance to U.P.rootEDD is by audition only. Please click HERE to submit your audition materials.

Ages 14+
Intermediate division/Advanced division

Eisenhower Dance Detroit is U.P.rooting and partnering with the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts in breathtaking Houghton, Michigan to offer one week of intensive training by the company’s artistic leadership and professional dancers. Held on the campus of Michigan Technological University, dancers from all over the country are invited to enjoy the beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula while receiving some of the best instruction in the country.

The program will feature:

Classes in a variety of styles and disciplines
- Ballet, contemporary, jazz, partnering, contemporary ballet, alignment, EDD repertory, choreography, etc.
- Beach yoga, outdoor ropes courses, hikes, paddle boarding, guided improvisation by campfire, journaling and so much more!
Opportunities and free time to explore the beauty of the upper peninsula.
A family friendly summer vacation experience!

The program will close with a culminating performance and reception showcasing the intensive participants.

Lodging accommodations provided for an additional fee. Dancers under 18 years of age will be assigned a chaperone.

Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts
Photo courtesy of Michigan Technological University

Houghton, Michigan

Houghton, Michigan

U.P.rootEDD LODGING

Waterfront cabin lodging at Keewenaw Waters Resort

August 4-10, $825
EDD has reserved 2 cabins (7 beds, 5 baths) at Keweenaw Waters Resort. 17800 Canal Road, Houghton, Michigan
FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE
**Cabin lodging fees are non-refundable.
A new option this summer: experience the beauty of #PureMichigan in our cabin lodging. Bond with your fellow participants over a shared meal and relax together after a full day of dancing, yoga, and mindful movement, while taking in the captivating waterfront view. Each cabin has a full kitchen with 2 fridges, dishwasher, stove/oven, microwave, washer and dryer, and a large deck.
This option is great for those who love to cook or have dietary restrictions, those who seek a community feeling, and those who want to be close to Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts.
August 4-11, $1200 (Single Room) $650 (Double Room)
EDD has a group block of rooms at the Super8 by Wyndham Houghton. 1200 East Lakeshore Drive, Houghton
EDD will have a designated staff member/chaperone housed on the hotel premises. All participants under the age of 18 will be assigned a chaperone.
The hotel is located on the docks of scenic Portage Lake.
-15 minute walk to the Rosza Center for Performing Arts
-7 minute walk to coffee shops, restaurants, and shopping
Free breakfast, free wifi, laundry facilities, pool and hot tub.
All rooms have a mini fridge. Microwave is located in the common room/lobby.
If selecting a double room, you will be assigned a roommate or may submit a roommate request.
**Hotel lodging fees are refundable, minus 3% processing fees, until July 1, 2024.

U.P.rootEDD 2023

Scroll through the gallery below to gain a feel for the U.P.rootEDD experience and relive the excitement of our first year bringing our signature summer programming to Michigan’s scenic Upper Peninsula.