Technique Intensive - New!

June 24-July 3rd | Levels 2/2x, 3/3x

  • Are you ready for an opportunity to work on your ballet technique and improve your skills? This new program is designed especially for dancers ages 8-12 years old.

    The day will begin with a 30 minute body conditioning to strengthen and stretch, a 2 hour ballet technique, Pre-Pointe and Pointe class, a choreography session, and handcrafts. Dancers will enjoy an extended lunch outside on the big field to get fresh air and relax. Join us for 9 days of extraordinary dance.

  • June 24th -July 3rd

    9 days of dance!

    Monday-Friday

    9:00-3:00pm

  • Tuition: $625.00 for all 8 days

    Day Rate: $85.00 per day.

    Early Bird Discount: $562.50 for all 8 days.

    • Must register with $100 deposit by March 15th to receive discount.

    • Early Bird discount may not be combined with other discounts.

Tiny Tots Camp

July 8th-July 19th, 2024 |  Pre Ballet 1-3/ Ages 3-7

  • Tiny Tot’s begin the day with a ballet class and then we will try new dance techniques like hip hop and jazz. The program will be rounded out with visual art projects, creative games, and plenty of time playing outdoors in our large field. Dancers will be placed according to age and current level.

    Each day will include: Ballet Technique, Music Theory, Improvisation, Composition outdoor play, and visual arts.

    Further information available here.

  • Tiny Tot Camp runs Monday to Friday from 9:00-3:00 pm for two weeks.

    Dancers are welcome to register for just one week or both.

    Week 1:

    July 8th through the 12th - Fairies and Superheroes

    Week 2:

    July 15th-19th Week 1 - Princess and Pirate

  • Tuition: $375.00 per week

    Early Bird Discount: $337.50 per week

    • Must register with $100 deposit by March 15th to receive discount.

    • Early Bird discount may not be combined with other discounts.

Dance Camp 101

July 8th-July 19th, 2024 | Levels 1-2x / Ages 7-12

  • IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CAMPERS

    Dance Camp 101 is a young dancer's first intensive to introduce them to the excellence of studying classical ballet. We will improve their technique, try new styles, and increase discipline in an inspirational and nurturing atmosphere. Dance Camp 101 begins with a body conditioning class to stretch and strengthen, moving onto a ballet technique class, pre-pointe class to prepare for the demands of pointe, jazz, and hip hop. Dancers will be placed according to age and current level.

  • Dance Camp 101 runs Monday to Friday from 9:00-3:00 pm for two weeks.

    Dancers are welcome to register for just one week or both!

    Week One: July 8th-12th

    Week Two: July 12-19th

  • Tuition: $425.00 per week

    Early Bird Tuition: $382.50 per week

    • Must register with $100 deposit by March 15th to receive discount.

    • Early Bird discount may not be combined with other discounts.

3-Week Intensive

 July 22nd - August 9th, 2024 | Levels 3-6 / Ages 12 -18

  • Philadelphia Dance Theatre’s Summer Intensive provides unparalleled training by our respected faculty and guest faculty. PDT’s proven curriculum will build your confidence as a dancer, enhance your technique and artistry, and expose you to various techniques presented by world-class faculty.

    As a summer student, you will experience a program that is focused on advancing your strength and technique in ballet with daily conditioning, technique, pointe, and additional styles including character, variations, contemporary, music, improv, partnering, jazz, and hip-hop.

  • The 3-week intensive runs Monday to Friday from 9:00-3:30 pm for three weeks.

    Dancers are welcome to register for individual weeks or the entire intensive.

  • Tuition: $500.00 per week

    Early Bird tuition: $450.00 per week

    • Register by March 15th with a $100 deposit and receive a 10% discount.

    • Discount for early registration may not be combined with other discounts.

 

Fall 2024 Level requirements

Dancers who will be returning to PDT in the Fall and plan to audition for PDT Company/Nutcracker are required to meet their level’s minimum summer hour requirements.

Suggested, not mandatory at this age but strongly encouraged :

Ballet 2 & 2x - 20 hours 

Ballet 1& 1x - 10 hours

Mandatory:

Ballet 5, 5x & 6 - 60 hours

Ballet 4 & 4x - 40 hours

Ballet 3 & 3x - 30 hours