2024 Summer Programs

July 8th - 12th

ENTERING GRADES 4-8

9:30 - 4:30

This well loved program is often our most popular. In our Choreography Workshop, students work together with guidance from experienced teachers to create their very own mini-ballet. Past performances have included Moana, Encanto, and Alice in Wonderland. Our mornings also include ballet class, jazz/tap classes, introductory to costume & set design, and more!

Entering grades 7 - 12

July 15th - July 19tth

9:30-4:30

Ever wondered what it takes to generate, plan, and execute your own choreography?

What to expect:

Morning warm up and/or class

Individual Creativity: Enter your own little world (headphones are encouraged!). Listen to the music and let the creativity flow. See what happens! This is your time to individualize your ideas, jot things down, and get personalized feedback.

The final product: Each participant will own a set chunk of one or more pieces. You will be responsible for generating the choreography, setting blocking, and teaching your section to the other dancers. We will film each piece to create a video you can hang onto forever!

July 22th - 26th

Pre-K - 4th Grade

Vibrant and colorful themed dancing, games and crafts, encouraging imagination and self-expression.

Ages 3-5 : 9:00 - 12:00

Let your child experience the fun of going to their very own dance program integrating ballet, dance related arts & crafts, and dance stories.

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Entering grades 1-3: Options for full or half day (9:00 - 12:00 or 9:00 - 3:30) * Before-care and extended day available upon request

9:00-12:00: This program is designed for the young ballet student who wishes to explore multiple aspects of this particular performing art. Each day will include ballet class, one artistic activity, and an additional movement class such as jazz, tap, yoga, etc.

12:00 - 3:30: Students will learn performance techniques through a variety of drama games and activities. We also work on costuming and set design to provide a full picture of the theater and dance experience. Students entering 3rd grade act as directors/writers and choreographers for the theater group, AND becoming masterminds at upcycling materials into sets!

Entering Grades 4-8

July 29th - Aug. 2nd

9:30 - 4:30

Designed for younger dancers who are feeling serious about focusing on growth and improvement.

An entire week dedicated to intensive ballet instruction and conditioning to build stamina, strength and flexibility

Daily technique classes intended to build and refine fundamental ballet skills, with targeted, constructive feedback.

Supplemental classes including character, modern, and jazz.

Dancers will work hard to build their repertoire while still having fun dancing with peers

Entering Grades 7-12

August 5th - 9th

9:30 - 4:30

Designed for older dancers who are serious about focusing on growth and improvement.

An entire week dedicated to intensive ballet instruction and conditioning for advanced dancers. Constructive feedback will be frequent and specific.

Classes include: conditioning for dancers, health/wellness, classic ballet class, technique, variations, modern & pointe.

Group and individual sessions with our Athletic Trainer focused injury prevention, exercises for technique improvement, strength, and flexibility.

We recommend to sign up ASAP - this week typically fills up fast!

Entering Grades 7-12

August 13th - 16th

9:30 - 4:30

Formerly known as “Dance Days”!

Celebrate the end of summer programs with a fun mix of dance and social connections.

Attend one or all days

Informal dance classes, games, crafts, field trips and team building

Optional overnight lock-in on Friday the 16th!

Ages 12-18

Must attend at least 3 weeks but enrollment covers all 6!

Private/Semi private lessons

This program is a great opportunity for our advanced dancers that wish to dance all summer and receive teacher training experience.

Interns - Ages 11-15

This unique Intern Opportunity will focus on learning leadership skills and developing relationship-building skills while assisting the instructor with the day-to-day aspects of running the programs. Students will attend at least 3 weeks of our summer programs, participate in coaching and preparation sessions before the day starts, and get feedback along the way, including consult times with a licensed teacher.

-Take ownership and responsibility of the space (like cleaning, letting people know when we need soap, etc)

-Work with assigned 'buddies' to make sure they take snack/lunch breaks, bathroom runs, pack up help and in-class support

-Assisting with crafts/activities and taking on the setup/clean up

Trainee- Ages 15+

Our new trainee program is designed to build on our more advanced dancers' leadership skills and provide opportunities to expand their skill sets around teaching and the importance of planning. Trainees will get an individualized summer plan feedback.

-Work with summer instructors to co-teach or teach some classes on their own for the younger student programs

-Design lesson plan/ build a teacher binder with the LDB team

- Give input on activities to help create fun and engaging summer programs

- Participate in private classes and take advantage of assessment options