This two-week program is designed for the pre-pointe and beginning pointe ballet student, ages 9 to 12, looking for serious training. The program builds strength for pointe, and prepares the student for advanced movement.

Curriculum: ballet technique, pre-pointe/beginning pointework, variation, contemporary, jazz and pilates

Faculty:

SBA Resident Faculty

 Larissa Saveliev, Founder and Artistic Director of Youth America Grand Prix

 Misha Tchoupakov,Professor of Ballet at UNSCA, Internationally Renowned Dance Instructor and YAGP Rehearsal Director, Judge & Master Teacher

 Marina Saladino,Master Ballet Conditioning Teacher

Guest faculty are subject to change without notice.

Auditions:

In-Person Audition:

Please email southland@festivalballet.org to request an in-person class audition.

Video Audition:

Video Requirements & Submission: Click here
Video Audition Cost: $40
Deadline for video submission is Saturday, April 5, 2025.

2025 Tuition & Fees

• Early-Bird Discount Tuition: $1,400
  • Early-Bird Tuition Deadline: February 15, 2025 (Payment includes $500 non-refundable & non-transferable payment.)
• Full Tuition: $1,500
  • Tuition Payment Deadlines:  Half-Payment ($750) by February 15, 2025 & balance ($750) due by April 30, 2025. (Payment includes $500 non-refundable & non-transferable payment.)

Junior Intensive Activities Fees

Price: $150

• Student will be performing on the stage and following their performance will be escorted to a reserved section in the theatre to watch the Gala of the Stars performance
• Southland Ballet Academy Summer Intensive t-shirt
• digital download of the student performances

*Prices and information may be subject to change without notice

Other Intensive Opportunities: