The Ballet Conservatory at Skyra is a world-class training and performance program for talented and driven students aimed at preparing dancers for a professional career in classical ballet or contemporary dance with a strong classical ballet foundation. Students are selected by audition for their potential and mental readiness to begin a rigorous training program. Our Vaganova-based curriculum gives our students ample opportunity to achieve significant technical skill milestones while gaining a deeper understanding of the individual artistic potential and developing greater self-awareness. Led by master instructors Natalia Bashkatova, Zherlin Nhudi, and Diane Withee, our unique approach also includes significant contemporary work and Pilates-based cross-training, leading to the development of dancers who are exceptionally versatile and prepared to enter the world’s leading companies.
The Ballet Conservatory at Skyra Summer Intensive is an intermediate and advanced level training program. Beginner students are welcome to consider our other summer training programs.
Program Details
- Exclusive training by YAGP & UBC Outstanding Teacher and Best Studio awarded faculty
- Classes include ballet, pointe, variations, pas de deux/partnering, character, men’s technique, repertoire, contemporary, jazz, lyrical, Afro-Latin fusion, Gyrokinesis, PBT, emotions, choreography, and more with a theater showcase on July 2nd
- Host family housing available
- Private coaching available
DATES
(students do not need to take the full 4 weeks; a minimum of 3 weeks is required to participate in the student showcase, though priority acceptance may be given to those taking 3 or more weeks)
July 5-August 6th – No Showcase.
HOUSING:
Host Family Housing is available, please let us know that you are interested in this option.
- Students will be placed with a host family
- The fee is $450 per week
- All meals provided daily
- Rides to and from the studio, shopping, and activities
LODGING: Our location is within walking distance to the following hotels:
- SpringHill Suites by Marriott Altamonte Springs – Group rate available $89/night for 4+ nights or $109/night
- Residence Inn Altamonte Springs
- Hampton Inn and Suites Altamonte Springs
- TownPlace Suites by Marriott Altamonte Springs
SCHEDULE
The Ballet Conservatory Summer Intensive will be held from:
9:00am to 3:00pm
Classes Include:
Ballet, pointe, variations, pas de deux/partnering, character, men’s technique, repertoire, contemporary, jazz, lyrical, Afro-Latin fusion, Gyrokinesis, PBT, emotions, choreography, and more with a theater showcase on July 2nd
FEES
$400 per week
Multi-Week Discounts:
Book 2 or more weeks and save $50 per week booked.