Goh Ballet Academy - Intensive - Vancouver Summer Dance Programs
MAIN: 2345 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C9, Canada Bayview: Bayview Village Shopping Centre Unit 127A, 2901 Bayview Avenue Toronto, ON Canada M2K 1E6 Oakridge: 650 West 41st Ave. Vancouver, BC Canada V5Z 2M9
No upcoming auditions for this program
30 hours/week
Not company affiliated
Adult program unknown
Performance opportunity unknown
Styles: General Classical
Description
Comprehensive summer programs for dedicated students and aspiring professionals Comprehensive summer programs for dedicated students and aspiring professionals Goh Ballet’s International Summer Intensives for Senior and Junior level students offer comprehensive educational programs that are specifically designed to assist each dancer gain technique, learn new choreographic repertoire and challenge themselves to strive for excellence. Opportunities are offered for varying levels of students. “Our state of the art studios, located in Vancouver and Toronto, Canada, provide the perfect setting for your dancer to grow their professional dance education! We offer the most sought-after guest teachers, a strong classical curriculum and a selection of opportunities for your dancer to develop their talents and reach their full potential.” Chan Hon Goh C.M., Director During our four-week summer program, students will be assessed for possible acceptance into Goh Ballet’s annual programs including the Junior School and Senior Professional Division. Scholarships are available for both national and international students. Goh Ballet is committed to fostering talent and supporting families needing financial assistance. More information is available upon acceptance into the program.
Sessions
Session Information
Ages:
7-14
Dates:
July 8th, 2024 - August 4th, 2024
Men's Program?
Unknown
Tuition Options
- None ProvidedHousing - Unavailable 
Session Description
The Junior Summer Intensive for students ages 7 to 14 is a unique program designed to accelerate technical ability and performance skills. Classes with guest and annual faculty members are held five days per week, tailored to elevate artistic understanding. Introduction to stylistic influences such as Bournonville, Petipa and Balanchine will be incorporated into weekly training and repertoire work. Also included in the curriculum are National Dances, Stretch and Body Conditioning as well as Dance Acting supporting students with a well-balanced outlook into the world of dance! The culmination of student’s progress and achievements will be shown at a special presentation for friends and family during the final week. For children younger than 7, please see information on our themed week long Children’s Summer Dance Workshops. Curriculum: Classical Ballet Ballet Repertoire/Variations Technique Development Character/National Dance Musical Theatre/Theatrical Performance/Mime Pilates/Body Conditioning Demonstration Presentation
Session Information
Ages:
14-18
Dates:
July 8th, 2024 - August 3rd, 2024
Men's Program?
Unknown
Tuition Options
- None ProvidedHousing - Unavailable
Session Description
Goh Ballet’s International Senior Summer Intensive is especially designed for students age 14+ who are focused on exploring a professional career in dance. Participants are instructed and mentored by some of the most distinguished annual faculty members as well as prominent guest instructors. Training six days a week this intensive features a curriculum that includes Classical Ballet, Musical Theatre, Mime/Dance Acting, Pas de Deux, Repertoire, Contemporary, Men’s Work, Pilates and Health and Well-being. Programs are structured to nurture each student’s individuality to best prepare them for their future careers. Through dedicated instruction which propell progress, participants will reach new artistic heights and gain invaluable mentorship to aid career development. Admittance is by invitation only. Please visit our Auditions page for details. If you are unable to attend any of the auditions in person, video auditions are accepted for students residing out-of-town or international students.
Session Information
Ages:
9-22
Dates:
August 19th, 2024 - August 24th, 2024
Men's Program?
Unknown
Tuition Options
- None ProvidedHousing - Unavailable
Session Description
Prepare to get back to ballet for the new school year during this pre-season workshop designed to reinvigorate students’ goals. Refresh your knowledge of vocabulary, brush up on technique and execution and get back in to shape before the beginning of the new term so that you are ready to challenge yourself to push personal boundaries in the studio. Through classes in ballet, pointe/ men’s work, contemporary, yoga, Pilates and cardio with stretch students will be encouraged to reconnect with their artistry and musicality as well as rebuild strength, stamina and improve flexibility. Working with Goh Ballet’s esteemed faculty, don’t miss this opportunity to prepare for success and give yourself a head start on your training for the new dance year! (Full day and half day options available)
Session Information
Ages:
9-22
Dates:
August 12th, 2024 - August 17th, 2024
Men's Program?
Unknown
Tuition Options
- None ProvidedHousing - Unavailable
Session Description
For the first time, during this exclusive week-long Competition Variations and Choreographic Explorations Workshop, students will be challenged to expand on their technical and artistic development to explore diverse approaches to the creative process. This six day workshop will guide students through two competition variations and two choreographic creations which will enable tremendous insight on professional etiquette and expectations. For the Choreographic Explorations portion, the focus will be on learning structural themes and physical codes through phrasing from a choreographer. Featuring daily classes in ballet and contemporary, students will be challenged to create and put concepts to form to gain an added layer of physical and emotional personification. Over the course of the week, participants will be encouraged to embrace their creativity which will allow for artistic advantages, attaining a better grasp of the competition and choreographic process.
Session Information
Ages:
5-10
Dates:
August 19th, 2024 - August 24th, 2024
Men's Program?
Unknown
Tuition Options
- None ProvidedHousing - Unavailable
Session Description
For students who would prefer a less intensive refresher to dance, the the Back-To -Dance Workshop will meet for classes three times a week between August 19-24, 2024. Classwork will focus on a review of ballet steps and vocabulary coupled with pilates and conditioning or jazz stretch to make sure students are prepared to put their best foot forward when they get back into the studio in September!
Session Information
Ages:
5-10
Dates:
July 8th, 2024 - August 3rd, 2024
Men's Program?
Unknown
Tuition Options
- None ProvidedHousing - Unavailable
Session Description
A program for students ages 5-7 and 8-10 to nurture a passion for dance! Over the course of this four week program, students will focus on refining the fundamentals of their ballet technique, expanding their dance vocabulary as well as developing an understanding of musicality and performance interpretation. Students will learn story telling through mime, whilst developing their balance, coordination and focus. Jazz classes are also included for both the Daisies and Sunflowers to encourage versatility and expressiveness. The Blossoms Program is tailor-made for students looking for a program which meets less frequently, but who wish to keep up their dancing over the summer. Classes will be delivered twice per week between July 8 – August 3, 2024.
Session Information
Ages:
8-11
Dates:
July 8th, 2024 - August 3rd, 2024
Men's Program?
Unknown
Tuition Options
- None ProvidedHousing - Unavailable
Session Description
A four-week fast track program taking place twice weekly between July 8 – August 3, 2024 for students ages 8 and up with little or no dance experience who are ready to progress! For new students seeking a program to propel them to work to their best potential, Starting Classical Ballet is a wonderful chance to build foundational ballet skills and learn vocabulary whilst working with our esteemed faculty. Students will be introduced to the basic concepts of ballet including beginning steps, terminology, musicality, focus, and expression preparing them for progression into our annual training programs. Throughout the Starting Classical Ballet program students will gain strength, focus, coordination and self-confidence. This stimulating program delivered in-studio twice weekly is perfect for helping aspiring dancers to reach the next step in their development, and fall in love with ballet along the way.
