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ELITE YOUTH INTENSIVE

Monday, July 7 – Friday, July 11, 2025

 

For students ages 8 to 13. Audition required.

New Jersey Ballet School’s prestigious program will be held under the artistic leadership of former New York City Ballet Principal Dancer Maria Kowroski and is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of young dancers. 

Maria Kowroski

Artistic Director

The one-week Elite Youth Intensive is geared towards serious ballet students ages 8 to 13 who have a passion for dance and are ready to achieve a new level of artistic excellence.

Selected students will train at our state-of-the-art facility under a distinguished faculty that will include internationally renowned guest teachers. The meticulously crafted program will support each technical level and provide the highest caliber of training in a nurturing artistic environment.

Classes will run Monday to Friday, providing students with up to 25 hours of instruction. The dancers can expect to participate in a diverse selection of classes based on their age and technical level. These will include:

  • Ballet Technique

  • Stretch & Strengthen

  • Pre-Pointe/Pointe (based on age & ability)

  • Repertoire

  • Variations

  • Contemporary

  • Musical Theater

  • Jazz

  • Hip Hop

  • Pilates

  • Masterclass/Q&A

 

*Classes may vary by level.

PLEASE NOTE: All students are required to commit to the entirety of the program.

AUDITIONS

As part of the audition process, New Jersey Ballet School will host in-person auditions at its studios in New Jersey. Additionally, the School will accept video audition submissions.

Dancers interested in participating in the audition process are encouraged to click here for additional details and registration.

Below are the audition dates and times:

New Jersey Ballet Studios (NJ)

  • Sunday, February 23, 2025

  • 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm (Ages 8-10)

  • 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm (Ages 11-13)

PLEASE NOTE: Video submissions will be accepted starting January 1st, 2025. The deadline for video submissions will be March 1st, 2025 

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to train with some of the best in the industry and take your dance journey to new heights. Join us for a summer of artistic growth and inspiration. Apply today and be part of the future of dance! 

Have Questions?

Email NJB School at info@njballet.org

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