Week 1: July 6-10, 2026

Week 2: July 13-17, 2026

The Advanced Pre-Professional Summer Intensive is designed for dedicated dancers ready to push themselves both physically and mentally in a focused, conservatory-style environment. This program is ideal for dancers ages 12+ who are serious about their training and looking to elevate their technique, artistry, and overall performance level.

Offered as a two-week intensive, dancers may choose to attend one or both weeks based on their summer schedule and training goals. Each week provides a rigorous and immersive experience designed to challenge and refine every aspect of a dancer’s development.

Dancers participate in a structured daily schedule including advanced ballet technique, pointe, variations, conditioning, and complementary styles, all designed to build strength, stamina, and technical clarity. This intensive serves as an opportunity to accelerate progress, prepare for the upcoming season, or experience the expectations and training environment of our conservatory program.

Led by our experienced faculty and distinguished guest artists, dancers are immersed in a disciplined yet inspiring atmosphere that supports both individual growth and artistic growth.

This program is best suited for highly motivated dancers seeking a serious and transformative training experience.

Who:

• • Current GCD students – Level 4 & 5
  • Non-GCD students – ages 12+, must submit an application to be placed into this level.  Dancers should have a minimum of four years of current ballet training and a minimum of one year on pointe.

When:

• • Week 1: July 6 – 10, 2026
  • Week 2: July 13 – 17, 2026
  • 9am – 4pm, daily

Tuition:

• • $485/week – 30 hours of dance training with our exceptional faculty.
  • $100 non-refundable deposit required at time of enrollment to reserve spot in intensive.
  • Balance is due July 1, 2026.
  • If enrolling after June 1st full tuition will be due at time of enrollment.

Schedule:

• • Studio will be open at 8:45am for dancers arrival.
  • 9-11am – Ballet
  • 11-12pm – Pointe
  • 12-1pm – Lunch, dancers must pack a lunch 
  • 1-2pm – Variations
  • 2-3pm – Jazz
  • 3-4pm – Contemporary
  • Be sure to pack snacks to eat between classes as dancers must refuel their bodies so please send dancers with AM and PM snack.

Informal Showcase:

• • End of Week 2 – Friday, July 17th at 4-4:45pm
  • Friends and family are welcome, free event
  • Held in Studio A at Gulf Coast Dancenter