SUMMER INTENSIVES, CAMPS + CLASSES FOR CHILDREN, YOUTH, + TEENS

Intermediate/Advanced
​Ballet Classes

Faculty: Katie Eliason, Christen Heilman, Daniella Parisot

Intermediate and Advanced ballet students can keep up their technique during the summer in our maintenance classes. Students can sign up by the week or drop-in daily. Students from other schools are welcome. View the schedule below for pricing, registration, and placement information.
​Email Dance Division Supervisor with any placement questions. 

Junior Ballet Intensive / 10-13 years

Faculty: Katie Eliason and guest faculty to be announced. 

The 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 I or II (or equivalent) during the 2022/23 school year or as a first intensive for Int III students.

June 26-30, 2023
Monday-Friday, 12:30-4:30 p.m.

Centennial Performing Arts Studios
211 27th Ave North, Nashville, TN 
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Tuition: $100​

Ballet: Beginning II/III / 8-10 years

Faculty: 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 2023 semester. New students, email Dance Division Supervisor for class placement approval before registering. 

July 11-27, 2023
Tuesdays + Thursdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Centennial Performing Arts Studios
211 27th Ave North,Nashville, TN 
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Tuition: $48​

Ballet Imagination Camp / 6-7 years + 8-9 years

Faculty: 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. Students must be the minimum age on the first day of camp. No exceptions. 

July 24-28, 2023
6-7 yrs: Monday-Friday, 9:00-10:30 a.m.
8-9 yrs: Monday-Friday, 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Centennial Performing Arts Studios
211 27th Ave North,Nashville, TN 

Tuition: $60

Creative Dance Camp / 3-4.5 years + 4.5-5 years

Faculty: Roxanne Crew

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 included. Students must be the minimum age on the first day of camp. No exceptions. 

July 24-28, 2023
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

Creative Tap Camp / 4-5 years + 6-8 years

Faculty: 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 included. Students must be the minimum age on the first day of camp. No exceptions.

July 17-21, 2023
Ages 4-5 years: Monday-Friday, 12:30-2:00 p.m.
Ages 6-8 years: Monday-Friday, 2:00-3:30 p.m.

Centennial Performing Arts Studios
211 27th Ave North, Nashville, TN

​Tuition: $60