2024 July Summer Programs (ages 9-18)
July 8-26, 2024
Registration open! Click here to register now!
Acton School of Ballet offers summer study for students of all levels. ASB offers a Full Day Summer Intensive for ages 11-18 (current L4+), OR a Half Day Summer Intensive for ages 9-18 (OR current Level 2+) for students from ASB and other schools. Students may take 1, 2, or 3 weeks of classes.
Students will have the opportunity to take classes in ballet, pointe, repertory, variations, with additional classes in modern, jazz, stretch and improvisation from preeminent teachers at ASB, as well as guest teachers. Supplemental classes will vary depending on the week. We will have a full and exciting schedule planned for all participants focused on fostering creative development and improving ballet technique, while exposing students to a variety of styles of dance. The end of every week will culminate in an in-studio repertory showcase of work learned throughout the week.
July Summer Intensive Programs (Half Day ages 9-18 or ASB current Level 2+; Full Day ages 11-18, or ASB current Level 4+)
We are pleased to offer our full and half day programs for the 2024 Summer Intensive, which will be focused on improving and refining a student’s technique through daily classes in ballet, repertory and pointe or pre-pointe. At the end of the week, students will present their work in a short showcase on Friday afternoons for families. Previous training required for students ages 11 and up. Students enrolled in the full day program will have the opportunity to train in a variety of supplemental classes such as modern, jazz, musical theater, contemporary, pilates, and much more. Additional workshops/lectures will be incorporated into the full day curriculum.
Dates (may take 1, 2, or all 3 weeks)
July 8 - 12, 2024
July 15 - 19, 2024
July 22 - 26, 2024
Full Day Program (ages 11-18 or current Level 4+), 9:30 am - 5:00 pm (M-F)
Sample Full Day Schedule *subject to change based on level and week
9:30 am – 10:30 am: Stretch, Pilates or Conditioning
10:45 am — 12:15 am: Modern or Jazz 12:15 pm — 1:00 pm: Lunch Break
1:00 pm — 2:30 pm: Ballet
2:30 pm — 3:30 pm: Pointe
3:45 pm — 5:00 pm: Repertory
Full Day Tuition (2024) $675/week ($50 non-refundable deposit/week)
Discount for all 3-weeks: $650/week
**Please note tuition is non-refundable with the exception of injury accompanied by a doctor’s note after June 15, 2024.
Half Day Program (ages 9-18 or current Level 2+), 1:00 - 5:00 pm (M-F)
Sample Half Day Schedule *subject to change based on level and week
1:00 pm — 2:30 pm: Ballet
2:30 pm — 3:30 pm: Pointe/Pre-pointe or Character
3:45 pm — 5:00 pm: Repertory
Half Day Tuition (2024) $450/week ($50 non-refundable deposit/week)
Discount for all 3-weeks: $425/week
**Please note tuition is non-refundable with the exception of injury accompanied by a doctor’s note after June 15, 2024.
Enrollment in studio is limited and on a first come, first served basis, so please sign up as soon as you can to ensure your spot. A non-refundable deposit of $50 is due per week to reserve your space. Placement will be determined by the faculty on the first day of classes and is final. Specific schedules will be determined by level placement and may vary from week to week.
New Students - Click here to register now!
Current students - register here! **
**Current families may now register using the Parent Portal. If you have not yet set up your account, add your email address and click “forgot password” and follow the prompts to login for the first time. Once you login, click “search for classes” and you will find summer classes available for registration.
Dress Code
Students Identifying as Female
Monday - Thursday: Solid black leotard, pink tights, and ballet slippers. Pointe shoes and skirt (optional) for students en pointe. Hair in a bun (no ponytails).
Friday: Leotard of your choice, pink tights, and ballet slippers. Pointe shoes and skirt (optional) for students en pointe. Hair in a bun (no ponytails).
Students Identifying as Male
Monday - Thursday: White fitted shirt or leotard, black fitted leggings or tights, black ballet slippers.
Friday: Fitted solid color shirt or leotard, black fitted leggings or tights, black ballet slippers.
Performance
Each week of the Intensive will culminate in an informal presentation for families of the student’s work.
Faculty - see below for previous summer faculty
Emily Neal, Acton School of Ballet Alumna and former Soloist at Ballet West in Salt Lake City
Will Porter, Musical Theater, Acton School of Ballet Alumnus
Karl Watson, Company Dancer at Whi’m Whi’m in Seattle
Audra Carabetta, Jazz, Modern, Yoga
Caroline Cooper, Character, Boston Ballet
Mary Thompson, Principal of The Brookline Ballet School
Maribeth Crupi, Physical Therapist
ASB Faculty: Lindsay Moncrieff (Director), Kathryn Stark, Melenie Diarbekirian, Joseph Jefferies, Juliana Utz, Chip Morris, Genevieve DuPaul
What Parents are saying about our summer program!
“My daughter had a wonderful experience at the ASB summer program. After attending other area summer intensives, it exceeded her expectations! She loved the intense focus on ballet technique and appreciated the supportive environment created by the teachers. She thoroughly enjoyed the three weeks she spent at ASB and I would highly recommend it to any dancer wishing to strengthen their technique.“ (Parent of an Advanced student).
“I was impressed by the small class sizes and individual attention my 10-year-old daughter received. The teachers were so kind and they worked hard to challenge each student in an encouraging, supportive and joyful environment. My daughter progressed as a dancer and made wonderful friends. She can’t wait to return for all 3 weeks next summer!”
“The ASB summer intensive provides students the unique opportunity to immerse themselves in a range of dance styles guided by high caliber faculty. Students have the opportunity to develop foundational skills and prepare challenging choreography, culminating in a weekly showcase that ignites creativity and builds confidence and camaraderie.”