Charlotte Ballet – Summer Intensive
June 22 – July 25, 2026
About
Charlotte Ballet’s Summer Intensive is recognized for its strong training, diverse classes, rigorous schedule and supportive faculty. Through this program, dancers are encouraged to refine their strength in classical ballet technique and explore new movement. The Academy uses the Summer Intensive as a time to evaluate dancers for acceptance into our year-round training program as a Trainee within the Pre-Professional Division. Dancers who wish to be considered for the Pre-Professional Division are required to attend our Summer Intensive.
Training six days a week, dancers ages 11-22 work with renowned resident and guest teachers, who are invested in each dancer’s growth. The Summer Intensive concludes with the Summer Repertory Performances at Charlotte Ballet’s Center for Dance.
To be considered for acceptance into Charlotte Ballet’s Summer Intensive, dancers must attend an audition scheduled on the National Audition Tour OR submit a video audition. Please note that at least one year of previous pointe training is required for Summer Intensive acceptance.
LEVEL PLACEMENT
Charlotte Ballet places dancers into Levels 1 through 4 that best match their technical ability, physical strength, and understanding of movement. The highest of the levels is level 4. Dancers are placed in levels before arriving for the Intensive. Dancers will be notified of level placement at the time of acceptance. Subsequent evaluation of all dancers will take place during the first week of classes.
CURRICULUM
Ballet
Pointe (required)*
Pas de Deux (Levels 3 & 4)
Male & Female Variations
Men’s Technique Classes
Modern
Jazz
Yoga
Conditioning
Contemporary Ballet
Musical Theatre
Charlotte Ballet Company Repertoire
Faculty Lectures
*Please note that at least one year of previous pointe training is required for Summer Intensive acceptance.