SUMMER STUDY
FOR CHILDREN, YOUTH, and TEENS
Centennial Youth Ballet Summer Intensive / Ages 12-18The Centennial Youth Ballet Summer Intensive is open for dancers ages 12-18. Dancers train in a wide range of styles and approaches that reflect the professional dance world today including: body work and conditioning to develop a deeper sense of body awareness and long-lasting and healthy movement practices; rigorous and invigorating classical ballet technique, pointe work, character and repertory; modern and contemporary technique; cultural styles; and workshops in injury prevention, ballet history, music, and choreography. The intensive culminates in a showing for family and friends. Students must have taken classical ballet for the previous three years
(minimum 2-3 classes per week). June 3-14, 2024 Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-5:00 pm Centennial Performing Arts Studios 211 27th Ave North, Nashville, TN Tuition: $450 Application and $225 deposit must be received by May 17. LEARN MORE AND REGISTER |
Junior Ballet Intensive / Ages 10-13The junior intensive is a wonderful way for students to transition into a more rigorous training environment over the summer, work with guest faculty, and challenge themselves in a supportive and healthy environment. Students take ballet technique, variations, and enrichment classes. Appropriate for students enrolled in Ballet: Beg III, Int Sage or Rose (or equivalent) during the 2023/24 school year.
June 24-28, 2024 Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Centennial Performing Arts Studios 211 27th Ave North, Nashville, TN Tuition: $100 REGISTER |
New Dialect Contemporary Intensive / Ages 13-17Faculty: James Barrett, Phylicia Roybal, Rebecca Steinberg
Teens ages 13-17 are invited to join professional dancers and choreographers, Rebecca Steinberg, James Barrett, and Phylicia Roybal for a weeklong exploration of contemporary dance, improvisation, and collaborative creative process in a fun, supportive, and inspiring environment. Dancers start each day studying contemporary dance methods used by professional dance artists around the world to strengthen their bodies and create new movement languages. Dancers will then spend the afternoons using these tools in a collaborative choreographic process led by our teaching artists, where participants practice using their voices, making choices, and creating dances as a team. The week culminates in an informal showing and discussion with the artists. Learn More July 8-12, 2024 Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Centennial Performing Arts Studios 211 27th Ave North, Nashville, TN Tuition: $250 REGISTER Image courtesy of New Dialect |
Creative Dance Camps / Ages 3-4.5 & 4.5-5Faculty: Rebekah Barger & Kathryn Wilkening
Little dancers leap and twirl as they are introduced to the concepts of grace, line, posture, stretch, and creative improvisation. Basic elements of ballet warm-ups and traveling steps are taught in a developmentally appropriate way that includes structured creative exercises and expressive dancing inspired by stories, songs, and nature. Storytime and craft activities provided by Kidsville included. Students must be the minimum age on the first day of camp. No exceptions. July 8-12, 2024 3-4 ½ yrs: Monday-Friday, 9:00-10:30 a.m. 4 ½-5 yrs: Monday-Friday, 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Centennial Performing Arts Studios 211 27th Ave North, Nashville, TN Tuition: $60 REGISTER |
Creative Tap Camps / Ages 4-5 & 6-8Faculty: Erin Styron
Learn the foundational steps and rhythms of tap dance through dance exercises and creative games. Students develop physical coordination, agility, and a musical ear, all while having fun! Storytime and craft activities provided by Kidsville included. Students must be the minimum age on the first day of camp. No exceptions. July 15-19, 2024 Ages 4-5 years: Monday-Friday, 9:00-10:30 a.m. Ages 6-8 years: Monday-Friday, 10:30-12:00 p.m. Centennial Performing Arts Studios 211 27th Ave North, Nashville, TN Tuition: $60 REGISTER |
Don’t Worry, Be Tappy! Camp / Ages 9-12Faculty: Erin Styron, Christen Heilman, and more tba
Calling all Broadway babies! Dancers who love the spotlight will love this camp that introduces them to the fundamentals of theater jazz and tap dance and refines their skills in coordination, rhythm, and stage presence. Appropriate for beginners and more experienced dancers. July 15-19, 2024 Monday-Friday, 12:30-4:00 p.m. Centennial Performing Arts Studios 211 27th Ave North, Nashville, TN Tuition: $100 REGISTER |
Ballet Imagination Camps / Ages 7-9 yearsFaculty: Michal Harvey
Students experience the beauty of classical ballet in an introductory camp that’s perfect for beginners. Camp includes a ballet technique class full of imaginative imagery, engaging stories, and creative crafts provided by Kidsville. Students must be the minimum age on the first day of camp. No exceptions. July 22-26, 2024 7-9 yrs: Monday-Friday, 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Centennial Performing Arts Studios 211 27th Ave North,Nashville, TN Tuition: $60 REGISTER |
Ballet: Beginning II/III Weekly Class / 8-10 yearsFaculty: Daniella Parisot
Students experience the beauty and discipline of classical ballet in a cohesive program of study that gives students a solid technical foundation and develops their artistry. Ballet: Beginning I or II or equivalent required. Appropriate for students who will be taking Ballet: Beginning II or III in the Fall 2024 semester. New students, email Dance Division Supervisor for class placement approval before registering. July 9-25, 2024 Tuesdays + Thursdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Centennial Performing Arts Studios 211 27th Ave North, Nashville, TN Tuition: $48 REGISTER |
