2026 Summer Programs


The School of Rochester City Ballet offers a variety of Summer Programs for dancers of all ages and levels. Whether your child is new to dance, looking to grow quickly, or training pre-professionally, SRCB provides supportive, high-quality instruction to meet each dancer’s goals.

Summer Intensive

July 20 - August 21

  • Monday-Friday

  • Levels 3+ | Ages 10+

  • 9:30 AM-3:30 PM

The School of Rochester City Ballet Summer Intensive offers dancers an inspiring and rigorous training experience led by current and former professional dancers, alongside exceptional guest faculty from the professional dance world. Together, they provide students with high-level instruction, mentorship, and real-world insight.

The program emphasizes classical ballet and technique while incorporating other styles, and cross-training to support strength, versatility, and artistry.

Dancers may enroll for one to five weeks, making the program both flexible and immersive. The intensive concludes with a celebratory performance showcasing each dancer’s progress and achievements.

Summer Intensive Placement Classes

The School of Rochester City Ballet will hold placement classes for dancers interested in our Summer Intensive on Sunday, July 19th.

  • Ages 10–13: 11:00 AM–12:30 PM

  • Ages 14+: 1:00–2:30 PM

Placement classes allow students to be evaluated and placed appropriately within the program based on technique and experience. Classes will be led by SRCB faculty, all of whom are current or former professional dancers, and reflect the level and structure of our Summer Intensive training.

Advanced registration is recommended.


Young Dancer Workshops

June 22-26, July 13-17, August 10-14

  • Monday-Friday

  • Ages 6-9

Our Young Dancer Summer Workshop is perfect for dancers looking to grow their skills and have a blast doing it. Throughout the week, dancers explore ballet, jazz, and stretching in a fun, positive, and supportive environment. Dancers may sign up for one to three weeks, with each class designed to build confidence, improve technique, and encourage a love of dance—all while making new friends and great memories.


Children’s Dance Camps

Rescue Pup Dance Party

  • Ages 3-5

  • June 23-25

  • 12:00 PM-2:00 PM

Join us for a PAW Patrol–themed Creative Movement Camp, where little movers save the day through music, imagination, and play! This 3 day, 2-hour camp includes one hour of fun, high-energy dance, plus snack time and a themed craft for a tail-wagging good time.

Storybook Movers

  • Ages 3-5

  • June 13-15

  • 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Step into the pages of your favorite tales at our Storybook–themed Creative Movement Camp, where stories come to life through music and movement. This 3 day, 2-hour camp features one hour of imaginative dance, plus snack time and a themed craft to spark creativity and fun!

Dress-Up & Dance!

  • Ages 3-6

  • August 29

  • 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Twirl, leap, and imagine at our Dress Up and Dance Creative Movement Camp, where dancers get to move, play, and express themselves in their favorite costumes. This 2-hour camp includes one hour of joyful dance, plus snack time and a fun craft for a day full of creativity and sparkle!