Junior Summer Course 2025
For aspiring dancers, ages 8 to 15
The BAE Junior Summer Course inspires dancers to reach their next level of achievement. Elevate your technical skills while immersing yourself in the exceptional training and supportive atmosphere that BAE is known for.The rigorous curriculum is designed for highly talented and dedicated students. Classes are taught by year-round BAE faculty members and distinguished guest artists.
We encourage you to apply to audition today to experience the exceptional training and warm, encouraging environment of BAE!
Age requirement is as of July 7, 2025.
2025 Audition Dates:
- Sunday, February 2, 2025
- Saturday, March 1, 2025
- Sunday, April 6, 2025
- Saturday, June 7, 2025
Audition times will be announced closer to the dates but typically occur between 2:30 and 7:00 p.m.
Video Auditions: We are now accepting video auditions. Click on the button below for instructions and to apply.
VIDEO AUDITION APPLICATION, Ages 6-8
VIDEO AUDITION APPLICATION, Ages 9+
Audition Fee: $35
Junior Summer Course Dates:
Full Four Week Session: July 7 – August 1
Session I: July 7 – July 18
Session II: July 21 – August 1
Registration Information:
- Upon acceptance to the Junior Summer Course, students will receive an email invitation with enrollment instructions.
- We recommend you register as soon as possible to secure your spot in the program. Once the program fills, you will have the option to join the waitlist.
Questions? Contact us at info@baenyc.com anytime. We will be happy to assist you!
Are you also interested in BAE’s two-week August Intensive for ages 9-19? Click on the button below to learn more.
- Ballet Technique
- Pointe
- Variations
- Men’s Class
- Modern
- Contemporary
- Character
- Hip Hop
- Pantomime
- Stretch & Strengthening
- Pas de Deux
- In our exciting and inspiring “Meet the Artist Summer Series,” students will have the opportunity to meet and chat with professional dancers.
- Each summer, we plan a group trip to American Ballet Theatre.
Class Schedule
The program hours are Monday through Thursday, 11:00-4:30 p.m., and Friday, 10:00-3:00 p.m. The start or end time may vary slightly on some days. The full class schedule by level will be posted closer to the start of the Program.
Sample Schedule
11:00-12:45 – Technique Class
12:45-1:45 – Lunch
1:45-3:00 – Pointe & Variations
1:45-3:00 – Men’s Class
3:15-4:30 – Contemporary
Classes are taught by the distinguished BAE year-round Pre-Professional Division faculty and guest artists, led by Artistic Director Stacey Calvert.
Click here to “meet” the BAE faculty.
2025 Summer Tuition
- Entire Four-Week Session: $3,100
- Session 1 – Two Weeks: $1,700
- Session 2 – Two Weeks: $1,700
Early Bird Tuition Discount: Save 10% when you register by March 15, 2025!
A $500 non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration. The balance is automatically put through on April 25, 2025.
Ballet Technique Classes:
Students who identify as female: Any solid color leotard with pink or flesh-toned tights and ballet slippers, pointe shoes (if applicable). Skirts, sweatpants, leg warmers, and multi-strap or rhinestone-studded leotards are not permitted.
Students who identify as male: Any solid color tee shirt (no logos) with black or grey tights
All Other Classes:
Character: Either character shoes or ballet slippers. Ladies: Black character skirt or any solid color ballet skirt
Modern: Footless tights and bare feet (men: gray or black tights, ladies: pink, black, or flesh colored tights)
Stretch/Strengthen: Any solid-color leotard with either footless tights or rolled up tights
Hip Hop: Shorts, sweatpants or dance wear, with sneakers
Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Please contact us to request a financial aid or Male Scholarship Fund application.
