Refine your Technique and Reconnect with your Art with us this Summer in a Nurturing, Intensive and Demanding Environment Designed to Encourage Growth!

Summer Intensive Training Program Designed for the Serious and Discerning Student!

Experience the one of a kind, professional and individualized summer training experience that is unique to Scripps Performing Arts Academy!

This year we’re offering our 1 and 2-Week Classically Focused Programs and a 2nd annual 1-Week Contemporary Focused program.

Junior, Intermediate and Advanced Intensives for Serious Dancers, Ages 10-19

Local and out of town dancers alike will benefit from our rigorous programs while experiencing all that beautiful San Diego has to offer. Our diverse blend of guest faculty enhances the student’s ability to adapt to different teaching styles while broadening their artistic reach. With a teacher-student ratio of just 1:12 to 1:16, dancers are given an invaluable opportunity to receive personal, individualized attention in every class!

Scripps Performing Arts summer intensive is an inspired program designed to provide quality training, of both the technician and artist, in Southern California. Choose us as your primary source of education this summer or as a supplement to a longer program, taking advantage of all we offer to maintain your growth and further master your craft. Passionate students the world over who aspire to become the best dancers that they can be thrive here. Our commitment to excellence is unmatched. Our highly qualified faculty provide the tools necessary to help the dancer hone their skills, expand their mind and stretch their boundaries in a safe, nurturing environment.

Programs Curriculum includes Daily Professional instruction in Progressing Ballet Technique, Ballet and Pointe Technique, Variations/Choreography and Classical Character, Jazz, Modern and Nutrition/Body Care Wellness Workshops and Seminars.

 

July 15-August 2, 2024

This year’s core faculty will include current Academy Faculty and Guest Teaching Artists To Be Annouced. Former guest teachers have included artists from American Ballet Theater, Bolshoi Ballet, Pacific Northwest Ballet, San Francisco Ballet, Washington Ballet, Ballet Arkansas, Moscow City Ballet and Texas Ballet Theater.

In-Person and Video Auditions
January through April 2024

There is an audition fee of $35 (cash or check) due at the time of audition. Students auditioning in person should bring a headshot and 1st arabesque photo (no larger than 4×6 please). For students auditioning from out of town that are unable to attend a live in person audition, dancers may attend a live audition class via Zoom or submit a video audition with an application fee of $30. Audition results will be provided within two weeks of receipt of application.

 

Program 1 is offered at our Scripps Ranch location for Intermediate level students aged 10-16. Dancers will be placed in one of three levels, each limited to 12-14 students. Classes meet Monday through Friday, with 20-25 classes per week, 5-6 hours of instruction per day.

Young Men’s Beginning Intermediate:
1 Week
Ages 12-16 TBA | Carmel Valley Campus

Junior Summer Intensive (Current SPAA Ballet II-III)
1 Week
Level 1, Placement Required, Ages 10-12 | July 15-19 | Scripps Ranch Campus
Level 2, Placement Required, Ages 10-13 | July 15- 19 | Scripps Ranch Campus

Intermediate Summer Intensive (Current SPAA Ballet III)
1-Week Placement Required | Ages 12 and up | July 15-19 | Scripps Ranch Campus
2-Week Placement Required | Ages 12 and up | July 15- 27 | Scripps Ranch Campus

Program 2 is held at our 10,000 square foot Scripps Ranch location July 15- August 2 for Advanced Intermediate to Pre-Professional students ages 13-19, with a 3 week program option for all levels, which includes our 1-Week Contemporary program and a 2- Week Classically focused program option for select levels. Program 2 will be divided into levels, limited to 14-16 students per level, based on ability. Classes will meet Monday through Friday with 20-25 classes per week, 5-7 hours of instruction per day.

Advanced-Intermediate Summer Intensive:
2 Week
Ages 12-16 | July 15-27 | Scripps Ranch Campus

3 Week
Ages 12-19 | July 15-August 2 | Scripps Ranch Campus

 

Advanced-Pre-Professional Summer Intensive:
3 Week
Ages 14-19 | July 15-August 2 | Scripps Ranch Campus

Contemporary Summer Intensive
1 Week
Ages 12 and up | July 29-August 2 | Scripps Ranch Campus
Ages 14 and up | July 29-August 2 | Scripps Ranch Campus

Dancer in Contemporary Class

Contemporary Technique & Styles Intensive Program

Expand your movement capabilities in Modern, Jazz and Contemporary with Daily conditioning and experienced, professional teaching artists!

Daily classes in Progressing Contemporary Technique Conditioning for Contemporary, Varying Modern Techniques (Release, Graham, Horton, Modern, Dunham), Dance Improvisation and Contact Improv and more improve your skills and confidence in the Modern techniques necessary for a successful Contemporary piece with the guest choreographer, Collegiate dance program or ballet career!

The Contemporary Intensive is held at our 10,000 square foot Scripps Ranch location July 29- August 2 for Advanced Intermediate to Pre-Professional students aged 12-19. The Contemporary program will be divided into levels, limited to 12-14 students per level, based on ability. Classes will meet Monday through Friday with 20-25 classes per week, 5-6 hours of instruction per day.

Contemporary Summer Intensive
1 Week
Ages 12 and up | July 29-August 2 | Scripps Ranch Campus (Current SPAA Ballet IV and up)
Ages 14 and up | July 29-August 2 | Scripps Ranch Campus