Summer Camp 2025
Incredible India Summer Adventure
The perfect combination of Dance, Sports, Folk Art, Hindi, and more!
FIVE DAYS OF ULTIMATE CULTURAL IMMERSION
Join us for an incredibly fun adventure as we journey through India in 5 days! Each day, the participants will explore different elements of Indian Culture and learn about
DANCE
Students will learn dances inspired by five different regions of India while learning stories about the lives of the people from there.
FOLK ART
Students will explore the fascinating folk art from each of the 5 regions, centuries-old traditions that turn storytelling into breathtaking works of art.
HINDI
Students will learn Hindi words and phrases tied to the theme. This creates a more meaningful learning experience.
CRICKET
That’s right! Students will learn about cricket, the most popular sport in India, and they will even try playing it themselves!
Does being inclusive lower the standards?
A few weeks ago, my phone rang mid-morning. On the line was a mom. “I’d love for my child to join your class,” she said, “but he’s on the spectrum. He might stim during the session. Will the other kids (and parents) be okay with that?” There was quite a bit of anticipation in her voice.
“Yes,” I said. “He’s absolutely welcome!”
The day of the class arrived. I set up the space with music, books, art, etc., and kept an eye on the door.
And then, he walked in with a bright and cheerful smile. He greeted every child, thanked me each time I complimented the students, and brought a level of joy that was absolutely contagious.
The other kids? They danced more freely. Their smiles got bigger. THE KID SINGLE-HANDEDLY IMPROVED THE EXPERIENCE FOR EVERYONE IN ATTENDANCE!
No disruptions. No compromise in quality. Just more warmth, more connection, more fun.
Inclusion didn’t dilute the experience, it enriched it.
Whether it’s arts education or company policies, you don’t lose excellence when you make space for everyone. You improve it for all involved.
#inclusion #workplaceinclusion #artseducation
5 Free Events in May
May 10 – Día de los niños y libros @ Harold Washington Library
May 13 – Dances & Stories @ Kimberly, Wisconsin
May 18 – Performance @ Skokie Cultural Fest
May 24 – Dances & Stories @ CPL Back of the Yards Branch
May 31 – Rhythmic Exploration of India @ Naperville Public Library
Boys Don’t Dance!
“Boys don’t dance!” Social conditioning is very good at discouraging boys from anything remotely resembling dance. In the first iteration of bG Kids, that is exactly what we saw. Way more girls than boys would enroll.
But I am so happy to share that the number of boys enrolling for my classes is exponentially increasing!! Maybe it’s the word “ADVENTURE” that draws them in. Maybe it’s the PARENTS who are pushing past old narratives.
The best part is that once they are in, they LOVE it!
Here’s to raising a generation that expresses freely and grows without artificial limits!
#IncredibleIndiaAdventures #IndianDance #FolkArt #Hindi
Bollywood Groove at Navy Pier Holi! Sun Times & WBEZ
On Saturday, March 22nd, we received the opportunity to perform at Chicago’s iconic Navy Pier at their annual Holi event.
Huge thanks to Chicago Sun-Times (article) and WBEZ (article) for featuring us in their coverage of the event.
Take a look at the amazing performances that our students put together!
Dance
Ages 9 to 12 performed Ghoomar and Kalbelia dances from Rajasthan
Watch Video!
Dance
Ages 6 to 8 performed Dholna Bollywood dance from Rajasthan
Watch Video!
Hindi Language
Ages 6 to 8 describing Holi via Hindi phrases
Watch Video!
Rajasthani Folk Art
Ages 6 to 8 created this wonderful art installation of Hawa Mahal via Phad folk art of Rajasthan.
