Our Guide to the Best Dance Summer Intensives
Applications for many top-tier dance intensives are now available! Some programs kick off their audition tours in various cities starting in January, while others require online applications and video submissions beginning in February. The earliest—and one of the most competitive—deadlines is Juilliard, closing on December 15.
To help you navigate your options, we’ve compiled this handy guide featuring standout programs, audition details, deadlines, and pricing information. Don’t miss your chance to grow as a dancer, explore new styles, and connect with dancers from around the world. Read on to find the perfect program to make this summer unforgettable!
ABT American Ballet Theatre – Summer Dance Intensive
- New York, NY, Jun 22-Jul 24 (5 weeks for $4350), Tampa, FL, Jul 13-Jul 31 (3 weeks for $2770), Long Beach, CA, Jun 15-Jun 26 (2 weeks for $2050)
- Ages 12 to 18
- Intermediate/Advanced Dancers
- ABT National Training Curriculum, Ballet Technique, Pointe, Partnering, Variations, Men’s Technique, Men’s Variations, Modern, Nutrition, Acting for Dancers, Jazz, Character, Dance History, Yoga, Pilates
- In-person auditions various cities from Jan to Feb, Priority Video auditions due Dec 15
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Alonzo King Lines Ballet – Summer Dance Intensive
- San Francisco, CA
- Pre-professional: Ages 18-25, Jun 8-Jun 27 (3 weeks for ~$2850, no housing)
- Advanced: Ages 14-17, Jul 13-Aug 1 (3 weeks for ~$2975 + $2550 housing)
- Junior: Ages 11-14, Jun 29-Jul 3 or Jul 6-Jul 10 ($1250 for both weeks, no housing)
- Ballet, Contemporary, LINES repertory
- In-person auditions various cities, Workshops or Video auditions due Mar 31
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Alvin Ailey – Summer Dance Intensive
- New York, NY
- Professional Division: Ages 16-25, Jun 29-Jul 31 (5 weeks)
- Junior Division: Ages 12-15, Jun 29-Jul 24(4 weeks)
- Ballet, Horton, Graham
- Auditions begin in Jan
AMDA High School Conservatory – Summer Dance Intensive
- New York, NY, Los Angeles, CA
- Ages 14-19
- 2-week program, with housing
- Ballet, Jazz, Modern, Contemporary, Theatre, Dance on Camera Training, Concert Dance
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Ballet Austin Junior – Ballet Summer Intensive
- Austin, TX
- Ages 9-13
- Beginner/Intermediate Dancers
- Jun 10-Jun 21 (2 weeks)
- $1,190 for 2 weeks, no housing
- Ballet Technique, Modern, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Conditioning/Stretch
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Ballet Austin Senior – Ballet Summer Intensive
- Austin, TX
- Intermediate/Advanced Dancers
- Jun 23-Jul 11, Jul 14-Aug 1, Jun 23-Aug 1 (3 or 6 weeks)
- $2285 + $2490 R&B based on 3 weeks
- Ballet Technique, Pointe, Variations, Partnering, Men’s Technique, Conditioning/Stretch, Hip Hop, Jazz, Theatre Dance, Contemporary, Modern, Repertoire, Seminars
- Auditions Required
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Boston Conservatory at Berklee – Summer Dance Intensive
- Boston, MA
- Intermediate/Advanced Dancers
- Ages 15-22
- No Auditions just enroll online by June 1, Final Show
- Jul 20-Aug 7 (3 weeks)
- $2900 + $2400 for housing
- Classical Ballet, Contemporary, Modern, Improv, Repertory, Hip Hop, Jazz, Afro-Haitian, Choreography, Masterclasses, Seminars
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Complexions Contemporary Ballet – Summer Dance Intensive
- Boston; Largo, FL; Los Angeles; New York City, Washington DC
- Ages 13+
- Intermediate/Advanced Dancers
- Video auditions required by May 1 or until program reaches capacity
- 1 or 2 weeks
- ~ $850/week, plus housing where available
- Contemporary Ballet, NIQUE, Repertory, Pointe If Selected, Master Classes
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Entity Pre-Professional – Summer Dance Intensive
- Los Angeles, CA, Buffalo, NY
- Pre-professional and professional dancers Ages 15+
- One week program
- ~$800/week, no housing
- Cross-Genre Training, Contemporary, Jazz, Hip Hop Dance Techniques, Improvisation, Movement Dynamics, Anatomical awareness, Composition/Choreography, Floorwork, Repertory, Conditioning and Injury Prevention, Career Preparation, and Branding/Marketing, Mentorship
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Entity Youth – Summer Dance Intensive
- Los Angeles, CA
- Intermediate/Advanced Dancers
- Ages 10-14
- 12 classes over 2 days
- Contemporary, Improvisation, Movement Dynamics, Strength & Technique, Jazz, Lyrical, Floorwork
- $325 for 2 days
- Online applications due June 1
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Joffrey Ballet School – Summer Dance Intensives
- Many Cities
- All levels, all ages
- All dance styles – from Ballet, Jazz and Contemporary to Musical Theater and Cirque Arts
- Ranging from 1 to 7 week programs
- ~ $800 a week plus housing
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Juilliard Summer Dance Intensive
- The Juilliard School, New York, New York
- Ages 15-17
- Most selective program for advanced / pre-professional dancers
- Ballet, Pointe, Allegro, Partnering, Modern, Contemporary, Rehearsals, Repertoire
- Jul 5-Jul 24 (3 weeks)
- $2400 plus $2100 for room & board
- Online application including video audition due December 15
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LA Contemporary Dance Company – Summer Dance Intensive
- Los Angeles, CA
- Ages 15+
- Advanced Dancers
- Jul 15-Jul 26 (1 or 2 weeks)
- ~ $600 a week, no housing
- Ballet, Contemporary, Modern and Jazz Technique, Improvisation, LACDC Repertory
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Steps on Broadway – Summer Dance Intensive
- New York, NY
- Ages 10-18
- Intermediate/Advanced
- Jun 29-Jul 11, Jul 13-Jul 25, Jul 27-Aug 8
- ~$2700/session, no housing
- Ballet, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Jazz, Modern, Tap, Theatre, Rehearsal, Ballroom
- Enrollment by audition only: In-person Audition Feb 15; Video auditions ongoing
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