Find an Intensive

Ballet intensives are a great way to boost your training and learn a lot in a short amount of time! They're also a wonderful opportunity to meet other adult ballet dancers. Listed here are some adult ballet intensives in a variety of locations and different lengths of time. last update: 16 July 2022

If you know of an adult intensive or workshop that should be included in this list, please leave a comment with the name and website!

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artÉmotion
May 30-June 4, 2022 - Salt Lake City, UT

"artÉmotion offers a one week Adult Ballet Summer Intensive in Salt Lake City, Utah, and is held at Ballet West.  There will be Advanced, Intermediate, and Beginner classes offered.  No prior dance experience is required.  Students will also have the option to participate in a Half Day or Full Day experience, or drop in for morning classes.  The Half Day program will include two 1.5 hour technique classes every morning.  Classes include Ballet, Contemporary, Pointe, Jazz, Modern, and Men and Women’s Variations.  The Full Day experience continues with the opportunity to be choreographed on for an in studio performance on Saturday, June 4th.  This year’s four choreographers will be Rex Tilton, Emily Adams, Kramer Snead, and Jazz Bynum!"

Houston Ballet Adult Intensive
May 31-June 4, 2022 - Houston, TX

"The Adult Intensive offers students an opportunity to train with Houston Ballet Academy’s world-renowned faculty in a program designed specifically for them. The intensive is taught at the Intermediate/Advanced level and includes classes in ballet technique, variations/repertoire, contemporary, body conditioning, and Yamuna Body Rolling. The Intensive will also include mini technique workshops focusing on pirouettes, adage, and an open-forum Q&A, which gives students the opportunity to ask technical questions.
Two registration options are available: 5-day enrollment (Tuesday – Saturday) or 2-day enrollment (Friday & Saturday only). Students should have a minimum of 3 years ballet training and be 18 years or older."

International Adult Ballet Festival (IABF)

June 26-July 1, 2022 - Miami Beach, Florida

"Immerse yourself in a community of passionate adult ballet dancers. The 4-day intensive & festival of dancing, eating, and playing together is designed to foster a community for you to feel supported, challenged, engaged. Perform in the final show, or choose to enter the adult competition division."

Kat Wildish Summer Intensive
July 10-23, 2022 - New York, New York

August 14-27, 2022 - New York, New York

"'Dance Your Way' Customized Intensive Experience. When you sign up, you can pick a 5-class/week 'Custom Schedule' option or a 9-class/week 'Full Schedule' option. The 'Custom Schedule' option let’s you pick the classes you want.  Maybe you want only weekdays.  Maybe you want to skip pointe class.  The Custom Schedule option leaves it up to you! How much? $100. Can’t get enough and want to take every class possible?  Choose the 'Full Schedule' option! How much?  $180. If that’s not custom enough…you can even choose whether to take class online or in-person.  Or mix-and-match!

KM & Friends Adult Intensive

August 15-19, 2022 - Huntington Beach, CA

"We're so excited to offer the first Kathryn Morgan & Friends Adult Summer Intensive! Please note that this intensive is for dancers age 18+ only. Attendees will select one of two tickets:

Beginner: Perfect for if you've had under one year of ballet training, or if you want a slower, more methodical week

Intermediate/Advanced: Perfect for those of you who are used to dancing a full class, and are looking to push yourself and your technique

All tickets will include:

4 classes per day

Q&A time with Kathryn

A dinner out with the whole group

A fun evening on the beach

A Kathryn Morgan & Friends welcome bag"

National Ballet of Canada Adult Dance Intensives
Beginner/Elementary Level: August 19-21, 2022 - Toronto, Ontario

Intermediate/Advanced Level: August 26-28, 2022 - Toronto, Ontario

"Take your technique, strength and artistry to the next level in our Adult Dance Intensive. Students will take part in Ballet Technique, Classical Repertoire, Contemporary, Pilates classes and more. Our carefully selected teachers will lead students in person, through three days of fun and challenging classes."

NYCB Ballet Essentials Workshop Weekend
2023 Dates TBD - New York City, NY

"A Four-Day Ballet Experience for Adults Ages 21+. Designed for adults with beginner to advanced beginner ballet experience, this four-day workshop will give you a glimpse of what it’s like to train exclusively with NYCB. You’ll gain insights on technique and learn choreography from your favorite NYCB works.  All workshops will be led by NYCB dancers and artistic staff, and feature accompaniment by company pianists."

San Francisco Ballet Adult Ballet Summer Workshop
June 6-10, 2022 - San Francisco, CA

"Join dance lovers from across the world for five days of ballet technique, repertory classes, and more! San Francisco Ballet School’s acclaimed faculty and special guests teach participants in our studios with live piano accompaniment. This workshop is for adult dancers ages 18+ who regularly attend ballet classes and have an in-depth knowledge of ballet terminology."

Sun King
Richmond, VA - This is info from 2020; website is currently down.

"These intensives are 7 days long, with the final day being a half day. Classes are held in the charming, spacious studios of Virginia Commonwealth University and the vibe is urban. With lively neighborhoods and a thriving restaurant scene, Richmond is a wonderful place to experience. If you prefer a smaller crowd, come to the June camp. Both of the Richmond camps provide a performance opportunity; the enormous VCU space transforms into a perfect theater for our show. We will send you home with the online performance video and camp photo. We have a wonderful group of experienced instructors that differs for each camp. A list for your camp will be provided in your Welcome Packet. Class size varies, but is usually about 15 students per level. Daily transportation between the hotel and the studios will be provided and reserved on site-parking is available. Lunch is provided each day."

Technique in Taos
Taos, NM - No current/future dates. This info is from 2020.

"One or two week program. Technique in Taos is an adult summer program, dedicated to preserving the Balanchine Technique®, and is intended for teachers and adults who wish to expand or enhance their knowledge.
Directed by Jillana, former principal with the New York City Ballet while under the direction of George Balanchine and authorized teacher of the Balanchine Technique® & Balanchine Style®,
Balanchine Technique® will be stressed in all technique, pointe, variation, and repertory classes. There will also be instruction in modern and pilates. Excerpts and variations from Balanchine Ballets will be taught.
There will be five and one half days of intensive instruction per week."