Description

The John Cranko School SI CT provides expert Vaganova Technique training for serious ballet students (ages 9 - 15 years). Uniquely, the classical ballet repertoire is expanded to include John Cranko’s neoclassical and contemporary repertoire. The John Cranko School teachers offer rigorous pre-professional ballet training through class instruction and a final Showcase. Recognized for preparing dancers for leading European ballet companies, the curriculum is designed to achieve maximum individual progress with a focus on clarity of technique, strength, and musicality. Classes are conducted in English. At the completion of the program, participants receive an assessment from John Cranko School’s Teachers. ​ The ballet training is supplemented with a full summer experience of on-campus extracurricular activities and off-campus trips. The Program’s overall environment is non-competitive, with an emphasis on teamwork and building a positive, supportive, lasting community of peers. Dancers from all over the world attend. Residential and day options are available. Participation in non-ballet activities may be limited for day students. Dancers exhibiting exceptional talent may be recommended for year-round study at the John Cranko School in Stuttgart, Germany.