Ballet 5:8's Summer Intensive has something to offer for dancers from the intermediate through professional levels. At Ballet 5:8, you will be able to make technical gains, increase your artistry and explore the intersection of art and faith - all in an environment where students thrive. Ballet 5:8 Summer Intensive is a program carefully designed to help dancers of pre-professional, professional and collegiate take the next step in their training and careers. Classes take place inside Ballet 5:8's beautiful 12,000 square foot building with five studios in Orland Park, IL, 35 minutes from downtown Chicago. Thanks to our small class sizes, each dancer receives individual corrections and feedback. Technique taught during Intensive is informed by our signature syllabus which stresses proper placement, strength and musicality while incorporating the stylistic elements required in today's competitive professional dance field. An intensive and varied class and rehearsal schedule is offered for every level; 4-5 classes per day, plus educational seminars on a variety of dance-related topics.
11-25
June 23rd, 2024 - July 5th, 2024
Yes
TWO-WEEK PROGRAM | $200 + $800 ($1,000 total)
PRIORITY REGISTRATION | *before March 1*
STANDARD REGISTRATION | *March 1 - April 15*
LATE REGISTRATION | *after April 15*
- Available
(1)Trinity Christian College, Palos Heights, IL
TWO-WEEK PROGRAM | $200 + $1,125 ($1,325 total)
Every day dancers begin with ballet technique and pointe or pre-pointe classes to provide a strong technical basis. Additionally, in the afternoon, targeted ballet classes such as Pas de Deux, Men’s Variations, Women’s Variations, Allegro, Port de Bras, Accessing Turnout, Waltz and Pirouettes are also offered. These specialty classes focus on specific areas of growth and are key to allowing dancers to make real progress throughout the summer.
11-25
June 23rd, 2024 - July 12th, 2024
Yes
THREE-WEEK PROGRAM | $200 + $1,200 ($1,400 total)
PRIORITY REGISTRATION | *before March 1*
STANDARD REGISTRATION | *March 1 - April 15*
LATE REGISTRATION | *after April 15* $200
- Available
(1)Trinity Christian College, Palos Heights, IL
THREE-WEEK PROGRAM | $200 + $1,700 ($1,900 total)
Every day dancers begin with ballet technique and pointe or pre-pointe classes to provide a strong technical basis. Additionally, in the afternoon, targeted ballet classes such as Pas de Deux, Men’s Variations, Women’s Variations, Allegro, Port de Bras, Accessing Turnout, Waltz and Pirouettes are also offered. These specialty classes focus on specific areas of growth and are key to allowing dancers to make real progress throughout the summer.
15-25
July 7th, 2024 - July 12th, 2024
Unknown
CHOREOGRAPHY INTENSIVE | $200 + $515 ($715 total)
PRIORITY REGISTRATION | *before March 1*
STANDARD REGISTRATION | *March 1 - April 15*
LATE REGISTRATION | *after April 15*
- Available
(1)Trinity Christian College, Palos Heights, IL
CHOREOGRAPHY INTENSIVE | $200 + $450 ($650)
Ballet 5:8's Choreography Intensive is an extremely exclusive program for emerging choreographers ages 15-25 to learn about choreographic theory and mechanics from professional choreographers, explore Ballet 5:8’s commitment to innovative storytelling and breathtaking dance, and gain hands-on experience by setting work during Ballet 5:8’s Summer Intensive.
11-25
July 14th, 2024 - July 26th, 2024
Yes
TWO-WEEK PROGRAM | $200 + $800 ($1,000 total)
PRIORITY REGISTRATION | *before March 1*
STANDARD REGISTRATION | *March 1 - April 15*
LATE REGISTRATION | *after April 15* $200
- Available
(1)Trinity Christian College, Palos Heights, IL
TWO-WEEK PROGRAM | $200 + $1,125 ($1,325 total)
Every day dancers begin with ballet technique and pointe or pre-pointe classes to provide a strong technical basis. Additionally, in the afternoon, targeted ballet classes such as Pas de Deux, Men’s Variations, Women’s Variations, Allegro, Port de Bras, Accessing Turnout, Waltz and Pirouettes are also offered. These specialty classes focus on specific areas of growth and are key to allowing dancers to make real progress throughout the summer.
16-21
July 28th, 2024 - August 2nd, 2024
Yes
PAS DE DEUX INTENSIVE | $200 + $450 ($650 total)
PRIORITY REGISTRATION | *before March 1*
STANDARD REGISTRATION | *March 1 - April 15*
LATE REGISTRATION | *after April 15*
- Available
(1)Trinity Christian College, Palos Heights, IL
PAS DE DEUX INTENSIVE | $200 + $650 ($850)
Introducing Ballet 5:8’s Pas de Deux Intensive! This program will equip you by fine-tuning your partnering knowledge, as well as working on more complicated techniques and lifts. You’ll feel more confident when partnering in classes, rehearsals and on stage. The intensive will include strength training for both men and women, as well as an in-depth study of both classical and contemporary pas de deux which are iconic parts of the ballet repertoire.
11-25
June 23rd, 2024 - July 26th, 2024
Yes
$200 + $1,800 ($2,000 total)
PRIORITY REGISTRATION | *before March 1*
STANDARD REGISTRATION | *March 1 - April 15*
LATE REGISTRATION | *after April 15* $200
- Available
(1)Trinity Christian College, Palos Heights, IL
FIVE-WEEK PROGRAM | $200 + $2,300 ($2,500 total)
Every day dancers begin with ballet technique and pointe or pre-pointe classes to provide a strong technical basis. Additionally, in the afternoon, targeted ballet classes such as Pas de Deux, Men’s Variations, Women’s Variations, Allegro, Port de Bras, Accessing Turnout, Waltz and Pirouettes are also offered. These specialty classes focus on specific areas of growth and are key to allowing dancers to make real progress throughout the summer.