The Summer Intensive Dance Program of the International School of Classical Ballet offers a unique experience with internationally recognized faculty, and provides students ages 10 through young adult with weeks of comprehensive, pre-professional training in multiple dance styles with the emphasis on ballet. Our pure classical training is based on the traditions of Russian ballet combined with original American Jazz and Modern dance styles.

Summer Camps are available for ages 3-9. All students experience the joy and beauty of dance in a supportive and fun atmosphere.  Scroll down for Experience Dance! (ages 7 - 9) and Explore Dance! (ages 3 - 6).

"To enjoy dance is to enjoy life!"

Intensive Dance!

The Curriculum for the summer dance program consists of a strong emphasis on ballet with classes in pointe, variations, pas de deux, character, modern and jazz. An enrichment program comprised of classes in mime, make-up, nutrition, historical dance, choreography, conditioning, and injury prevention rounds out the program.

Program Schedule

Level I: Age 10 - 11 years; July 19 - August 13; 10am-3pm, Monday-Friday
Level II: Age 12 - 13 years; July 19 - August 13; 10am-3pm, Monday-Friday
Level III: Age 14 - 15 years; June 21 - July 16; 10am-4pm, Monday-Friday
Level IV: Age 16 years and up; June 21 - July 16; 10am-4pm, Monday-Friday

Faculty

Classes are taught by an outstanding professional faculty, augmented by internationally-known guest artists, Master Teachers from Kirov Ballet Company, Laban Centre for Movement and Dance, London and American Dance Machine, New York City.

Tuition and Fees

Levels I & II: $995, four week tuition
Levels III & IV: $1,120, four week tuition

Non-refundable deposit of $300 is due by May 1, 2010.

Housing and Board:

Housing available. Inquire for information.

Upon acceptance, apprentices will be mailed detailed information and regulations.

Experience Dance!

Experience dance! is designed for younger students, ages 7 - 9, who want to try for the first time, or further develop their skills in many different dance forms, including: Ballet, Jazz, Character and Improvisation. Each two-week session culminates with a demonstration for family and friends.

Program Schedule:

All two week sessions are held Monday-Friday, 4pm-7pm

Session A: June 21 - July 2
Session B: July 5 - July16
Session C: July 19 - July 30
Session D: August 2 - August 13

Tuition and Fees

Registration fee $25
Tuition for two weeks $395
Registration and payment deadline June 1, 2010

Explore Dance!

Explore dance! classes are designed to give young children, ages 3 - 6, the opportunity to find out what dance is all about by learning dance movement, listening to music, and exploring classical ballet stories while creating fun craft projects relating to that story. Each day, students learn new dance steps and stretches that invigorate their bodies. At the end of each session, there will be a demonstration for family and friends.

Program Schedule:

All one week sessions are held Monday - Friday, 4:30pm – 6:00pm

Session A: Ages 3  - 4; July 19 - July 23 "The Nutcracker"
Session B: Ages 5 - 6; July 26 - July 30; "The Nutcracker"
Session C: Ages 3 - 4; August 2 - August 6; "Sleeping Beauty"
Session D: Ages 5 - 6; August 9 - August 13: "Sleeping Beauty"

Tuition and Fees

Registration fee $25
Tuition for one week $195
Registration and payment deadline June 1, 2010