Adult Ballet
Summer Intensive 2026

July 23 - 26th, 2026

Train. Connect. Be Inspired.

Join Ballet 5:8 for a weekend designed specifically for adult dancers and dance educators. Whether you're reigniting your passion or expanding your skills, this immersive intensive offers high-quality training in a welcoming, supportive environment.

Registration opens on October 1st for Summer 2026. Interested in Summer 2025? Call us at 708.329.8773 and our team will fit you in if there are spaces available.

What’s Included

Train with Artistic Director Julianna Rubio Slager and Ballet 5:8 Faculty in a variety of focused classes:

Ballet Technique
Pointe / Pre-Pointe
Repertoire & Partnering
Contemporary
Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT)
Strength Training
Seminars on:
- Nutrition for Dancers
- Safe Stretching for Adults
- Injury Prevention
- And more

Catered lunch is included in your costs! Vegetarian and vegan options are available. Selections are catered daily from our local business partners.

Sample Daily Schedule

10:00–11:30am | Ballet Technique

11:30–12:30pm | Pointe, Pre-Pointe, or Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT)

12:30–1:30pm | Lunch Break

1:30–2:30pm | Repertoire, Partnering, Contemporary, or Seminar

Enrollment Options

Full Program

Thursday 6:00–8:30pm
Friday–Sunday 10:00am–2:00pm
Tuition: $350

Two-Day Options
Choose one:

Thursday + Friday
- Thurs 6:00–8:30pm
- Fri 10:00am–2:00pm
OR
Saturday + Sunday
- Both days 10:00am–2:00pm
Tuition: $225

Ready to Dance?

Join a community of adult dancers who are passionate about refining their craft and finding joy in movement. Spots are limited. Register today or contact us at schooloffice@ballet58.org.