What Is C.A.M.P.?
Now in its 6th year, C.A.M.P. (Creating and Mastering Performance) is the ultimate commercial dance intensive on the East Coast.
Led by CT native and international dancer/choreographer James “Combo” Marino, C.A.M.P. is a high-energy weekend of choreography, grooves, and performance prep designed to challenge, inspire, and elevate serious dancers.
From tour-style choreography to award show experience, this isn’t just another weekend intensive — this is training for your *next level*.
Where: Central Connecticut State University, Fellows Dance Education Center
When: August 2–3, 2025
Rising Talent (Ages 10–13): 11am-1pm
Emerging Artists (Ages 14+): 3pm-8pm
What You’ll Experience at C.A.M.P.
Commercial choreography styles used in tours, TV, and film
Performance polish, musicality, and execution drills
Grooves, individuality, and stage confidence
10+ hours of training
Professional performance coaching
How to approach choreography and dance classes moving forward
Q+A with James
Scholarship giveaways including performance opportunities
Meet Your Instructor – James Combo Marino
James “Combo” Marino is a Connecticut native and professional choreographer who has toured the world performing with artists like Victoria Monèt, Mariah Carey, Missy Elliott, The Backstreet Boys, and more.
From the 2025 BET Awards with Mariah Carey, to the 2024 MTV VMAs with Sabrina Carpenter, to the iconic Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show, James brings over 15 years of elite performance experience to every class he teaches. His mission with C.A.M.P. is to inspire and equip the next generation of dancers — creatively, professionally, and personally — through real-world insight, high-level training, and a passion for performance.
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Intermediate to advanced dancers looking to improve their performance skills.
Emerging Artists - Ages 14+
Rising Talent - Ages 10-13
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Registrations are non-refundable but transferable to another dancer.
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Water, snacks, comfortable clothes, and the willingness to push yourself.
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Yes — footage may be captured for marketing and educational review.
This summer, C.A.M.P. 2025 is where your next level begins.
See you there!