SE Campus Summer Programs

Level 1A Classes: Mon/Wed 5:00-6:15
Level 1A Tuition: $300 

Level 1B Classes: Mon/Wed 6:15-7:45
Level 1B Tuition: $360 

Level 2 Classes: Mon-Thurs 5:00-7:30
Level 2 Tuition: $920 

Register by Feb 11 to receive a 5% discount on tuition! 

The Young Dancer Summer Program is specially designed with the young dancer in mind. The four-week program incorporates technique while enriching and strengthening syllabus concepts in a professional and nurturing environment. Summer study builds on the essential elements of classical ballet technique while reinforcing the developmental needs of young dancers. All classes are taught by TWSB’s outstanding faculty. Class sizes are limited.      

This program includes Level 1A and 1B (2 times per week) and Level 2 (4 times per week).  Classes include ballet technique for all levels, plus jazz for Level 2.  Our Lower Division Summer Program will culminate in our Summer Showcase on July 18. 

Students are accepted into The Washington School of Ballet by attending an in-person audition. 

Registration

Program Registration Opens: January 11, 2025. Register by Feb 11 to receive a 5% discount on tuition! 

Audition Information Here.

Students currently enrolled in TWSB’s school year DO NOT need to audition for the summer intensive. All students will continue at their current level for the Summer classes. 

Payment Plans and Refund Policy.

Parent Resources Page.

Please contact Sydney Wiggins, SE Campus Assistant Manager, at swiggins@washingtonballet.org with any questions. 

Pre-Ballet 1 Classes: Tue/Thu 4:00-5:00  
Pre-Ballet 2 Classes: Tue/Thu 5:00-6:00  
Pre-Ballet 3 Classes: Tue/Thu 6:00-7:00  

Tuition: $296 Register by Feb 11 to receive a 5% discount on tuition! 

This is a four-week program designed exclusively to develop ballet vocabulary within the developmental framework of the young child. Exercises promote balance, posture, spatial awareness, and directional patterns, all tailored to strengthen and support muscle development. There is a focus on musicality and creative self-expression. Each class includes a stretch and strength component in addition to the instruction of classical technique. Enrollment will be limited to ensure maximum individual attention to each student’s unique development and learning goals. 

Pre-Ballet 1, Pre-Ballet 2, and Pre-Ballet 3 attend two times a week. The Pre-Ballet Division Summer Intensive will culminate in our Summer Showcase on July 18. 

Registration

Program Registration Opens: January 11, 2025. Register by Feb 11 to receive a 5% discount on tuition! 

Register Here for Pre-Ballet 1 (ages 5-6)

Register Here for Pre-Ballet 2 (ages 6-7

Register Here for Pre-Ballet 3 (ages 7-8

Students currently enrolled in TWSB’s school year DO NOT need to audition for the summer intensive. All students will continue at their current level for the Summer classes. 

Payment Plans and Refund Policy.

Parent Resources Page.

Please contact Sydney Wiggins, SE Campus Assistant Manager, at swiggins@washingtonballet.org with any questions. 

Creative Dance A: Mon/Wed 4:15-5:00  

Tuition: $240 (Register by Mar 1 to receive 5% discount) 

This four-week program is designed to introduce young children to creative movement exploration using movement games, imagery, and guided improvisation. Children develop body awareness, increased strength, and motor coordination. Students will exercise creativity, imagination, rhythm, and motion as they explore early dance concepts in a nurturing and developmentally appropriate environment. This class meets twice per week during the summer and will culminate in our Summer Showcase on July 18. 

Registration

Program Registration Opens: January 11, 2025. Register by Feb 11 to receive a 5% discount on tuition! 

Register Here for Creative Dance (ages 3-5)

Students currently enrolled in TWSB’s school year DO NOT need to audition for the summer intensive. All students will continue at their current level for the Summer classes. 

Payment Plans and Refund Policy.

Parent Resources Page.

Please contact Sydney Wiggins, SE Campus Assistant Manager, at swiggins@washingtonballet.org with any questions. 

All students auditioning for TWSB programs will be placed by ability and readiness for the TWSB syllabus.

• Children age 3-7 may be registered without an audition.
• Children age 8-9 with no previous experience will be placed by ability and readiness for the TWSB Syllabus.
• Children ages 10-11 should have a minimum of 1-2 years of ballet training.
• Children age 11-12 should have a minimum 3 years ballet training. Students should be ready for beginner pointe work or have had 1 year of pointe.
• Children 13+ should have a minimum of 2-4 years of ballet training and Intermediate pointe work.
• All auditions and placement classes carry a fee due at the time of registration.

Attire

• Girls should wear a leotard, tights or white ankle socks (ages 4-6) and ballet shoes
• Students ages 7 and older should wear ballet shoes, a leotard, and tights.
• Students on pointe should bring pointe shoes. No skirts please or distracting embellishments.
• Boys should wear black tights, a white t-shirt, and black or white shoes.

If your child has never danced before, they may wear form-fitting clothing for the audition. It is important that our faculty be able to evaluate physical proportions. Please remove all jewelry and be certain that the student’s hair is pulled away from their face and secured, preferably in a bun for girls.