Classical Ballet Intensive

Immerse yourself in a captivating four-week Ballet Summer Intensive, where classical technique meets modern expression! Under the guidance of world-renowned faculty and celebrated guest artists, you'll refine your technique, master iconic repertoire, and push your creative boundaries. This is more than a summer program—it's a transformative experience designed to hone your craft and shape your future in the world of ballet. Ready to embrace the elegance, discipline, and artistry of ballet at its finest? Your journey to becoming the dancer you aspire to be starts here!

The UNCSA Summer Dance Classical Ballet program is a nurturing environment where you will spend time refining ballet technique, develop strength, and learn ballet repertoire, along with the enhancements from the contemporary classes that help translate movement quality. The Classical Ballet program is a time to focus on yourself, so when you leave the program, you have the knowledge to carry you through your future dance endeavors.

Robert Gosnell, Past President RDA/SE

Curriculum and Classes

The curriculum features a comprehensive blend of classical ballet techniques, contemporary technique, partnering, variations, neo-classical phrase work, repertory, yoga, pilates, and conditioning. Students will also have the opportunity to explore a variety of other dance forms, including Jazz, Musical Theater, Hip-Hop, and Ballroom.

Elective Classes (subject to change)

Students will have elective classes and seminars throughout the program. For the afternoon session, students will choose an elective. Confirmed options will be listed on the registration portal. Past options have included Jazz, Hip-hop, Ballroom, Musical Theater, Contemporary Phrase Work, and Dance for Film. Courses with a performance opportunity in the final show will be marked clearly on the registration page.

Priority for elective enrollment is based on the date of enrollment and completion of 50% of tuition payment, with early sign-ups and payment securing first choice. To maintain an equitable process for all participants, access to elective selection will be sent via email on March 15 to students who have completed at least 50% of their tuition payment.

Cross-disciplinary electives outside the Summer Dance curriculum are offered evenings and weekends for an additional cost.  Students are responsible for ensuring that any registrations outside of their intensives do not conflict with their training schedule.  Visit the Cross-disciplinary elective page to learn more. 

Other topics covered in our seminars and Q&A sessions may include:

• Careers in the Arts
• Dance History
• Dancer Wellness
• Injury Prevention
• Mental Wellness

Instructions to Audition for the 2025 Classical Ballet Intensive

To be considered for admission, applicants must complete the audition registration, submit the audition fee, and attend an audition—either in person or by video. Only after fulfilling these steps will applicants receive their admissions decision along with detailed enrollment instructions.

An audition is required for acceptance into the Summer Dance program. Students may choose to audition in person or submit a video.

Audition dates, requirements, and audition registration links are available on the Apply and Audition Page.  Dancers who are accepted into the UNCSA Summer Dance Intensive will receive an invitation to enroll; the invitation will include details on the enrollment process.  

Dress Code

Performance

The program culminates in a professionally produced dance concert, showcasing our students' exceptional talent and hard work. Family and friends are invited to attend. Students will perform original works created in their repertory and elective classes. This year's concert will take place in one of our on-campus theaters, providing a memorable and inspiring afternoon of dance.

Sample Schedule*

* Select Days

Testimonials