Summer Programs
Level 6 Student Shea Folan
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Level 6 Student Hannah Long West
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Offering consistent and engaging summer programs ranging from one week to four weeks to support both Lower and Upper School students, as well as students from the wider SF Bay Area.
From the youngest ballet enthusiast to our pre-professional dancers, the Ballet School of San Francisco’s summer courses provide all dancers the opportunity to either tune-up their technique or dive deep into the artistry and variety to support a professional-level career in dance.
Instructors
Kristin Long, (Director), Terez Dean Orr (formerly Smuin Ballet), Mia Snape (USC Graduate, alumni of Ballet School SF), Kyla Marcus (Diablo Ballet, alumni of Ballet School SF), Katie Choi (Oakland Ballet) Omi Park (Pilates and Progressing Ballet Technique) and other guest instructors.
Advanced Summer Prep
Classes with Joseph Walsh, Lauren Strongin, Esteban Hernandez and Kristin Long.
NOW WITH ADDED WEEK
Advanced (Age 13+)
Week 1 June 9th-13th 2026
Tuesday to Saturday 9:30am-12:30pm
Week 2 June 16th-20th
Tuesday to Saturday 9:30am-12:30pm
Week 3 June 22nd-24th
Monday to Wednesday 9.30am-12.30pm
2 Weeks for $595 | 1 Week $310
Week 3 (three days) $185
Inquire about daily drop in.
Freedom to dance several hours per day for several weeks of the summer sounds like heaven to most ballet students! But those long hours can be challenging and lead to injury and frustration for the young dancer who is not prepared for such intensive study. ASP was developed to prevent injury and prepare more advanced students for their intensives, sending them off mentally and physically ready to make the most of their summer programs. Consisting of 3 hours of training (9:30am-12:30pm), each day of ASP includes, technique class and pointe work and variations and repertoire.
The Ballet School of San Francisco Summer Intensive
Ages 5-7
A wonderful way to either introduce your child to ballet, or to enhance their love and understanding. Our half-day camp is perfect for students ages 5-7, with little to no experience. Classes run from 9am-12pm, Monday-Friday. Classes include conditioning and Pilates exercises, stretching, ballet technique and classical ballet story telling for young dancers.
The goal is JOY in movement and RIGOR in training. We strongly recommend 2 weeks of study.
July 6-17, 2026
Monday-Friday, 9am-12pm
2 Weeks $960 | 1 Week $480
Ages 7-9
July 6-31 2026
Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm
4 weeks $2800 | 3 Weeks $2150
2 Weeks $1500 | 1 Week $775
Ages 9-12
For students in this age range, 7-9 or 9-12, the Intensive classes are crafted with the intention of advancing the skills, strength, and confidence of the young dancer who is ready to hone their technique and artistry. We strongly advise 3-4 weeks of study to complement students’ year-long syllabus.
Summer courses include conditioning and Pilates exercises, technique, and pointe/pre-pointe daily; other courses include variations, contemporary, Progressing Ballet Technique and character dancing.
Unlike some other ballet schools’ summer programs, technique and pre-pointe and pointe classes, teachers will stay the same the throughout the summer in order for the students to benefit from consistency in training. All other classes will alternate guest teachers.
July 6-31, 2026
Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm
4 weeks $2800 | 3 Weeks $2150
2 Weeks $1500 | 1 Week $775
For Ages 13+ the Intensive is created to challenge and refine the students technique while learning new and interesting styles of dance. We recommend that a student attends all 4 weeks to get the maximum benefit from the program.
The classes include conditioning and Pilates exercises, technique, pointe, variations, contemporary, Progressing Ballet Technique.
Unlike some other ballet schools’ summer programs, technique and pre-pointe and pointe classes, teachers will stay the same the throughout the summer in order for the students to benefit from consistency in training. All other classes will alternate guest teachers.
Ages 13+
July 6-31, 2026
Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm
4 weeks $2800 | 3 Weeks $2150
2 Weeks $1500 | 1 Week $775
Back to School Prep
Whether you've spent your entire summer dancing or vacationing, every student can use a little tune-up before the school year begins...Back to School Prep classes are for you! A two hour, daily dose of technique, pointe class, and Progressing Ballet Technique are just what you need to get back in to dancing shape and start the year off right.
August 17-29, 2026
Monday-Friday, 5:30-7:30pm | Saturday, 9:30am-11:30am
2 Weeks $380 | 1 Week $200
Daily Drop-In $60
Age (13+)
