Summer Programs

Long Beach Ballet hosts four distinct summer programs for various ages and abilities.

6-Week intensive/ China Tour

"AN ELITE PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS LOOKING FOR LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCES, INCREASED STRENGTH, TECHNIQUE, ARTISTRY, AND A PROFOUNDLY ENHANCED VIEW OF THEMSELVES, OF THE WORLD, AND OF LIFE INSIDE A BALLET COMPANY."

After spending 3 weeks training with us in Long Beach, we present you with the opportunity to train with the Guangzhou Ballet of China. Now includes 6-day cruise to Japan!

(postponed indefinitely until further notice)

Summer Intensive

THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO PROVIDE A RICH, INTENSIVE EXPERIENCE OF CLASSICAL TRAINING. IT INCLUDES DAILY CLASSES IN BALLET TECHNIQUE, POINTE, AND VARIATIONS, AS WELL AS A SAMPLING OF OTHER DANCE FORMS TO ENRICH THE TRAINING OF THE CLASSICAL DANCE STUDENT.

These other classes include Russian Character, Pilates, Modern and Contemporary. Student choreography is also welcomed and encouraged. In addition, there are special classes in performance preparation, including stage make-up, costume tips, pointe shoe care, etc.

Junior Intensive

THIS PROGRAM IS DESIGNED FOR BALLET STUDENTS WHO HAVE NOT YET BEGUN TRAINING "EN POINTE", BUT WHO ARE SERIOUS ABOUT DEVELOPING THEIR DANCING SKILLS.

2 Weeks | Ages 9-14
Ballet, Variations, National Dances, Jazz, Contemporary and Pre-Pointe

Children's Dance Camp

YOUR YOUNG DANCERS WILL ENJOY THIS FUN SUMMER PROGRAM CREATED JUST FOR THEM. NO PREVIOUS DANCE TRAINING NECESSARY.

2 Weeks | Ages 5 - 11

Ballet, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Hip-Hop, Pre-Pointe, Pilates, Dance History, Crafts and Visits to local park.