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Classical Ballet Intensive
Why Take Classical Ballet Intensive
Perfect the en pointe. Transform your technique. Become a disciplined dancer. During this one-week intensive program, you'll dive deep into a journey of dance discovery, and learn something about yourself along the way.
What You'll Learn
As part of the high school ballet intensive, you'll spend most of your time inside our amazing new facility—the Dance Center. While dancing, you'll enjoy beautiful and unobstructed views of Green Lake. Your daily classes may include:
- Ballet technique
- Modern technique
- Pointe
- Men's virtuoso technique
- Variations
- Repertory
Other courses may include:
- Contemporary dance
- Pilates
- Audition preparation
A Day in the Life
Hear from dancers Anna W. and Lizzie R. about what it's like to be in the high school Classical Ballet Intensive program.
Program Highlights
Distinguished Faculty
The dance intensive faculty are high-caliber individuals who've dedicated their lives to dance. Our elite faculty either continue to dance or instruct at leading institutions around the world. They look forward to spending their summers at Interlochen teaching you—the next generation of young artists.
Live Accompaniment
Our classes and performance opportunities stand apart from other summer dance programs as we dance along to professional, live musicians instead of recordings. We take full advantage of the interdisciplinary aspect of Camp by leveraging other arts disciplines, including music.
The Dance Center
Our 26,000 square-foot dance facility provides our students and faculty with amazing studios, updated technology, fitness centers, and beautiful views of Green Lake. It's one of the most scenic places on campus. Learn more about the Dance Center.
When we're in class just sweating like crazy, it's really nice just to look out on the lake, or into the woods, and just see the nature. It makes you take a deep breath and just take everything in.
Anna, Classical Ballet Intensive
What's it like?
At Interlochen Arts Camp, male-presenting dance students spend six hours per day immersed in a rigorous, well-rounded training program. Listen in as Arts Camp students and dance faculty explain what sets Interlochen’s program apart: from exceptional faculty and an unparalleled community to breathtaking lake views.
Dive deeper into Interlochen Arts Camp with a free digital viewbook
In our free informational booklet, you'll learn more about:
- Each of our seven arts areas
- Various programs
- Renowned faculty
- A day in the life of a student
- How to apply and financial aid information
- And more