Dust off those suitcases, dancers! It’s almost summer, which means ballet intensives are approaching quickly. Whether you’ve been busting your bum all year in class or you’re ready to delve back in after taking a break, scores of studios all over the U.S. (and a few abroad) are gearing up to welcome adult students of all dance […]
Summer intensives are an enriching part of a dance education, giving students the chance to explore a new city, take classes with renowned faculty, and learn about different dance styles and methodologies. Admission acceptances can open the door to these experiences—and feel like a dream come true for some students. But for those receiving admission rejections, […]
Many students might feel apprehensive at the thought of trying a new dance style. It’s intimidating to walk into a studio knowing that, at first, they may struggle to pick up a new movement or rhythm. But there are so many benefits to trying different dance forms—and a summer intensive is the perfect place to […]
Summer intensives offer incredible experiences for dancers looking to expand their training. New teachers, new friends and new lessons support a dancer’s versatility and growth. But challenges exist for both the dancers and the educators during the summer season. For dancers, summer intensives can exacerbate the potential for food struggles and negative body image. A […]
Stay tuned! Our new Summer Study Guide for 2022 launches on December 1st, 2021. Check back then or make sure you’re signed up for our emails. Dates, classes locations, tuition—all the information you need to choose the right summer program.
This summer, as for the past 42 years, students will flock to Colorado to immerse themselves in jazz dance training and performance. High school and college students, professional artists and teaching artists alike will find opportunities for growth and connection. The Boulder Jazz Dance Workshop honors tradition while also embracing innovation and change within the […]
Q: My tween is begging me to go to a faraway summer intensive, claiming “all my friends are going.” How do I know if she’s ready? A: It can feel like a rite of passage for serious dancers to attend an intensive at a major ballet school. They dance all day and often explore the […]
It’s summer intensive season, people! Dancers go away to train for weeks at a time and come home having grown by leaps and bounds from all of the endless hours of focused attention with some of the nation’s top talent. Wanting to stay abreast of all of the fabulous summer programs going on this summer? […]