2026 Summer Dance Intensive Schedule
Daytime Classes & Evening Drop-Ins
Suggested Ages 8 & Up
Levels Intermediate through Advanced
Summer Dance Intensives are designed for dancers that want to experience a more professional level of training during the summer months. Dancers focus on technique, training, choreography, movement and more. These classes are designed to challenge and motivate dances to try new styles and concepts, improve dancers skills and have some fun!
All acro classes and acro privates are listed separately: please find them on the schedule here or scroll to the end of this page.
Week of July 6 - 9
Class: Ballet & Intensive
Dates: 2-Day Workshop | Monday, July 6 - Tuesday, July 7
Class Time: 9:00am - 11:00am
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Class: Contemporary Intensive
Dates: 2-Day Workshop | Monday, July 6 - Tuesday, July 7
Class Time: 11:30am - 1:30pm
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Class: Modern & Movement
Dates: 2-Day Workshop | Wednesday, July 8 - Thursday, July 9
Class Time: 9:00am - 11:00am
Class: Improv & Choreography
Dates: 2-Day Workshop |Wednesday, July 8 - Thursday, July 9
Class Time: 11:30am - 1:30pm
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Class: Leaps, Turns & Technique
Dates: Thursday , July 9
Class Info: 1-Night Workshop [ Offered Weekly in July]
Class Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
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Week of July 13 - 16
Class: Choreography Clinic | Part 1 (Ages 11 & Up)
Dates: 2-Day Workshop (Monday July 13 - July 14)
* Must Take Part I to be eligible to take Part II
Class Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Choreography Clinic Part I
Part I of our Choreography Clinic will explore what it means to create choreography. During the clinic dancers will discuss the creative process including different ways to generate movement, and where motivation for choreography can come from. Dancers will also have the opportunity to create their own movement both individually and as a group. Dancers should be prepared by having the following items for class each day: a device such as a smartphone or iPad (used to play & search music), headphones, a notebook and writing utensil.
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Class: Choreography Clinic | Part 2 (Ages 11 & Up)
Dates: 2-Day Workshop (Wednesday, July 15 & Thursday, July 16)
* Must Take Part 1 to be eligable to take Part 2
Class Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Choreography Clinic Part II
*Participants must take Part I in order to participate in Part II.
Part II of our Choreography Clinic will put all concepts explored in Part I to practical use. Dancers will learn to think like a choreographer! All participants will create choreography will "real world" constraints such as specific genre, concept, and music choice with editing. Dancers should be prepared by having the following items for class each day: a device such as a smartphone or iPad, headphones, a notebook and writing utensil.
There will be an opportunity for our Junior & Senior (grade) dancers to create a piece of group choreography to be featured in our 2026 Holiday Show if attending this clinic.
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Class: Musical Theatre & Movement
Dates: 2-Day Workshop | Monday, July 13 - Tuesday, July 14
Class Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm
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Class: Total Technique Intensive
Dates: 1-Day Workshop | Wednesday, July 15
Class Time:
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Technique & Audition Workshop with Todd Shanks (Ages 10 &up)
Date: Thursday, July 16
Class Info: 1-Day Workshop Only
Class Time: 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Class Description: An amazing opportunity for our dancers that may be heading toward college auditions. Elevate your artistry and sharpen your professional edge in this one-day intensive with dance educator and choreographer Todd Shanks. Known for his extensive experience in the commercial and college dance worlds, Todd brings a wealth of knowledge to the studio for an unforgettable masterclass experience.
Workshop Highlights:
Technical Excellence: Focus on precision, alignment, and the stylistic nuances of jazz, musical theatre, and commercial dance technique.
The Audition Experience: Gain invaluable insight into the professional audition process, from learning combinations quickly to standing out in a crowded room.
Industry Feedback: Receive personalized corrections and tips on performance quality, "selling" the movement, and navigating the industry with confidence.
High-Energy Choreography: Push your boundaries with a challenging, stylized routine designed to test your musicality and athleticism.
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Class: Leaps, Turns & Technique
Dates: Thursday , July 16
Class Info: 1-Night Workshop [ Offered Weekly in July]
Class Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Week of July 20 - 23
Class: Summer Dance Intensive {Ages 8 & Up}
Dates: 4-Day Camp | Monday, July 20 - Thursday July 23
Class Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm
Description: This is a mix of classes such as ballet, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, tap, technique and more that gives a variety and different class options each day.
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Class: Leaps, Turns & Technique
Dates: Thursday July 23
Class Info: 1-Night Workshop [ Offered Weekly in July]
Class Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
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STARS TRAINING PROGRAM
Dates: Monday, July 20 - Thursday July 23
Class Times: 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Class Info & Age Requirements:
STARS Training is intended to be taken together with the Summer Dance Intensive (if this is an issue - please email us)
Must be 11 & up [by December 2026] and be an active member of Dance Company)
Or must be ages 13 & up [by December, 2026] and take a minimum of 3 dance classes per week at Centerstage
This training is for ALL Star Levels, Including Associate Teachers
*If dancers are interested in returning as a STAR or starting as a new STAR and are unable to attend these session - please email us.
Week Of July 27 - 30
Class: Stretch, Strength & Technique Intensive
Dates: 2-Day Workshop | Monday, July 27 - Tuesday, July 28
Class Time: 9:00am - 11:00am
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Class: Leaps, Turns & Technique
Dates: Thursday, July 30
Class Info: 1-Night Workshop [ Offered Weekly in July]
Class Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
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Acro Classes - By Level
**Acro Levels are based on your class placements - if you are unsure of your level (not by age) or are a new student, please email us. The acro classes listed below are for dancers ages 7 & up.
July | Tuesdays
Class: Intermediate Acro Tumble & Technique (4 -Week Session | July)
Class Info: Intermediate Levels 3, 4 & 5
Dates: Tuesdays, July 7 - July 28
Class Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Class: Advanced Acro Tumble & Technique (4 -Week Session | July)
Class Info: Advanced Levels 6, 7 & 8
Dates: Tuesdays, July 7 - July 28
Class Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm
July | Thursdays
Class: Beginner Acro Tumble & Technique (Drop-In Classes)
Class Info: Beginnner Levels 1, 2 & 3
Dates: Thursdays, July 9, 16 & 23
Class Time: 4:00pm - 5:15pm
*This class only is available on a week-to-week, drop in basis. You can sign up for all three weeks!
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Private 30-Minute Acro Lessons
Tuesdays
Class: Private Acro Lessons or Class Placement
Class Info: All Levels - Ages 7 & Up
Dates: Tuesdays, July 7 - 28
Time Availability [Each Tuesday in July]: :
3:00pm - 3:30pm
3:30pm - 4:00pm
Thursdays:
Class: Private Acro Lessons or Class Placement
Class Info: Levels 1-5 Only (Beginner/Intermediate) (Ages 7 & Up)
Dates: Thursdays, July 9, 16 & 23
Time Availability [3 Thursdays In July]:
5:15pm - 5:45pm
5:45pm - 6:15pm
Schedule Your Private - On Parent Portal
* Under “Looking for Activities” - Find the Appointment Tab
With growing interest in our acro classes and summer camps filling quickly, we have private lesson time blocks available with our acrobatic instructors during the month of July. Private lessons are 30-minutes and are available to book for any dancer ages 7 & up. If your dancer is new and would like to place into an acro class for the fall - a private would be a great way to get your class placement!
**Acro Levels are based on your class placements - if you are unsure of your level or are a new student, please email us.