Summer Programs
Ballet Idaho Academy offers an array of summer programs for students of all ages. We have a July summer intensive for intermediate through pre- professional, with housing available. Other programs include maintenance classes, programs for youth, and park camps for our children’s division students. Don’t forget to sign up early and take advantage of our Early Bird Specials.
Summer Intensive 2026
Intermediate & Advanced Students
Dates: June 29 – July 24, 2026
2, 3, and 4-Week Options
Join us at Ballet Idaho for our extraordinary 2026 Summer Intensive!
This vibrant program invites aspiring dancers aged 11 to 22, levels intermediate through advanced, to immerse themselves in a transformative four-week journey. Our curriculum focuses on Ballet, Pointe, Variations, and Men’s Class, while offering supplementary classes in Pas de Deux, Pilates, Contemporary, Jazz, and more! Our exceptional faculty, features Ballet Idaho company dancers and artistic staff, as well as renowned local and national choreographers.
Unique to our Intensive is the “Company Experience,” taking place in the 3rd and 4th weeks. Replicating a day in the life of a professional dancer, each day students will work closely with Ballet Idaho company members and artistic staff as they delve into Ballet Idaho Repertory. An informal showcase will take place on Friday, July 24, highlighting student accomplishments and creativity. Our full schedule will be both rigorous and rewarding as dancers cultivate technique, strength, and versatility – all while making memories that last a lifetime. We hope you join us in the City of Trees in July, 2026.
In-person Audition:
Ballet Idaho Studios
Saturday, January 24, 2026
$35.00 audition fee
Intermediate 1:30 – 3:00 pm
Onsite Registration 1:00 pm
Advanced 3:00 – 4:30 pm
Onsite Registration 2:30 pm
*For pre-registration, contact Sada Ogburn: sogburn@balletidaho.org
Video Audition Submission and Registration:
Submit Here
$50.00 audition fee
Video length, 5 minutes max
Female-Identifying:
Barre exercises (One side only): Pliés, Tendu and dégage en croix, Adagio, Grand Battement
Center exercises (Both sides): 16 ct. Adagio, Pirouette, Petit Allegro, Grand Allegro
Pointe: Relevé, Échappé, Pirouettes, Piqué turns
Male-Identifying:
Barre exercises (One side only): Pliés, Tendu and dégage en croix, Adagio, Grand Battement
Center exercises (Both sides): 16 ct. Adagio, Pirouette, Petit Allegro, Grand Allegro
Accommodations:
In collaboration with Boise State University (BSU), students may reside on BSU’s beautiful campus (just a 15-minute walk to our studios), and enjoy their dining services for breakfast and dinner. Chaperones will be provided for young students in the dorms and will accompany them to and from the studios. With an array of close-by restaurants and cafes in downtown Boise, students will be responsible for their lunches.
Advanced Tuition:
2 weeks: $1,250.00
3 weeks: $1,800.00
4 weeks: $2,300.00
Intermediate Tuition:
2 weeks: $900.00
3 weeks: $1,325.00
4 weeks: $1,650.00
Housing costs:
2 Weeks: Sunday-Saturday $850.00
3 Weeks: Sunday-Saturday $1,275.00
4 Weeks: Sunday-Saturday $1,700.00
Taxes and fees included
Payment Deadlines:
Option 1: Early Bird Special PAY IN FULL by March 1 to receive $100 off 4-wks, $75 off 3-wks, or $50 off 2-wks.
Option 2: Payment Plan. For details contact Sada Ogburn
*50% TUITION DEPOSIT due April 1, 2026 (non-refundable)
*TUITION BALANCE due June 1, 2026
*ROOM/BOARD due April 1, 2026
For Registration Information: Sada Ogburn sogburn@balletidaho.org
For Program and Audition Information: JessicaSulikowski jsulikowski@balletidaho.org
Full Summer Offerings will be announced in March 2026 and will include camps, intensives, and classes for all ages and levels!
