Ballet Intensive Summer Camp 2026
SESSION 1: July 06 – July 17, 2026
SESSION 2: July 20 – July 31, 2026
Monday – Friday |9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.|
Welcome to our Ballet Intensive Summer Camp! We believe that every student, regardless of age or experience, deserves the opportunity to flourish in a dynamic, inclusive, and enriching dance program. Our thoughtfully structured classes cultivate artistic expression, develop strong technical foundations, and support personal growth. Under the guidance of our highly qualified and dedicated faculty, students train in a supportive and inspiring environment that encourages confidence, collaboration, and a lifelong appreciation for the art of dance.
Each summer camp session culminates in a special performance held in the school’s Tchaikovsky Concert Hall, where students proudly share their progress and creativity with family and friends. In recognition of their commitment and achievements, every participant is awarded a Certificate of Participation, celebrating their dedication, growth, and artistic development.
KIDS DANCE
AGES 5 – 8
- “Travel the World” daily theme!
- Floor barre
- Ballet, Jazz & other dance styles
- Stretch, conditioning, Yoga
- Explore & create dances
- Arts & crafts (materials incl.)
- Indoor & outdoor activities
- And more!
JUNIOR BALLET
AGES 9 – 11
- Ballet
- Pre-pointe
- Variations
- Choreography
- Jazz
- Contemporary
- Stretch & Conditioning
- Pilates
- Yoga
- Dance Theory
INTERMEDIATE BALLET
AGES 12 – 14
- Ballet
- Pointe
- Variations
- Repertoire
- Jazz
- Contemporary
- Stretch & Conditioning
- Pilates
- Yoga
SENIOR BALLET
AGES 15+
- Ballet
- Pointe
- Variations
- Pas-de-deux
- Repertoire
- Jazz
- Contemporary
- Stretch & Conditioning
- Pilates
- Yoga
* Please note: Student level placement for all levels is determined by the artistic directors and faculty based on technical ability rather than age and may be adjusted at the discretion of the artistic staff. Students ages 15 and older must be assessed by appointment for placement in the Senior Ballet Intensive Program.
FREE extended care from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Testimonial
“Whether you would like your child to study ballet recreationally or pre-professionally, it is vital that they have the right professional training technique and artistry embodied early in their training. This place has the state of the art training and the right humble heart to deliver it to any person, any body, any type, as long as the passion and determination is there.” – A parent
WHAT TO BRING
DANCE ATTIRE
- BALLET - GIRLS
- Solid-colour leotard
- Pink ballet tights
- Pink leather or canvas ballet slippers with elastic
- Hair neatly tied back in a bun with hairpins and a hairnet
- Short chiffon skirt (optional)
- Pointe shoes (if applicable)
- BALLET - BOYS
- White tee-shirt
- Black tights
- White socks
- White or black ballet shoes with elastic
- JAZZ
- Leotard/t-shirt, tights, yoga or athletic pants & jazz shoes
- CONTEMPORARY
- Leotard/t-shirt, tights, yoga or athletic pants & socks
ITEMS
- Yoga mat & towel
- Nut-free lunch, snacks, and water
- A book or quiet activity to do during break time
- A smock for arts and crafts (KIDS DANCE)
- Sun Screen (KIDS & JUNIOR BALLET)
- Outdoor Clothes (KIDS & JUNIOR BALLET)
Summer Camp 2026 – Kids Level Schedule
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00–9:30 | Floor Barre | Floor Barre | Floor Barre | Floor Barre | Floor Barre |
| 9:30–9:45 | Break | Break | Break | Break | Break |
| 9:45–10:15 | Ballet Barre and Centre | Ballet Barre and Centre | Ballet Barre and Centre | Ballet Barre and Centre | Ballet Barre and Centre |
| 10:15–10:30 | Break | Break | Break | Break | Break |
| 10:30–11:00 | Country of the Day | Country of the Day | Country of the Day | Country of the Day | Country of the Day |
| 11:00–12:00 | Arts and Crafts + Movie | Arts and Crafts + Movie | Arts and Crafts + Movie | Arts and Crafts + Movie | Arts and Crafts + Movie |
| 12:00–1:00 | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch |
| 1:00–1:45 | Arts and Crafts | Jazz | Arts and Crafts + Jazz | Jazz | Arts and Crafts |
| 1:45–2:15 | Choreography | Choreography | Choreography | Choreography | Choreography |
| 2:15–3:00 | Stretch/Yoga | Stretch/Yoga | Stretch/Yoga | Stretch/Yoga | Friday Fun |
| 3:00–4:00 | Outdoor Time / Indoor Dance Games | Outdoor Time / Indoor Dance Games | Outdoor Time / Indoor Dance Games | Outdoor Time / Indoor Dance Games | Friday Fun |
Summer Camp 2026 – Junior Level Schedule
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00–9:45 | Cond./Floor Barre | Cond./Floor Barre | Cond./Floor Barre | Cond./Floor Barre | Cond./Floor Barre |
| 9:45–10:00 | Break | Break | Break | Break | Break |
| 10:00–11:30 | Ballet | Ballet | Ballet | Ballet | Ballet |
| 11:30–12:00 | Dance Theory | Pre-Pointe | Dance Theory | Pre-Pointe | Dance Theory |
| 12:00–1:00 | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch |
| 1:00–2:00 | Contemporary | Jazz | Contemporary | Jazz | Repertoire/Vatiat. |
| 2:00–2:15 | Break | Break | Break | Break | Break |
| 2:15–3:15 | Repertoire/Variat. | Pilates | Repertoire/Variat. | Pilates | Stretch/Yoga |
| 3:15–4:00 | Stretch/Yoga | Repertoire/Variat. | Stretch/Yoga | Repertoire/Variat. | Fun Friday |
Summer Camp 2026 – Intermediate Level Schedule
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00–10:30 | Ballet | Ballet | Ballet | Ballet | Ballet |
| 10:30–10:45 | Break | Break | Break | Break | Break |
| 10:45–11:15 | Pointe | Pointe | Pointe | Pointe | Pointe |
| 11:15–12:00 | Variations | Variations | Variations | Variations | Variations |
| 12:00–1:00 | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch |
| 1:00–2:00 | Repertoire/Variat. | Repertoire/Variat. | Repertoire/Variat. | Repertoire/Variat. | Repertoire/Variat. |
| 2:00–2:15 | Break | Break | Break | Break | Break |
| 2:15–3:15 | Contemporary | Jazz | Contemporary | Jazz | Stretch/Yoga |
| 3:15–4:00 | Stretch/Yoga | Pilates | Stretch/Yoga | Pilates | Fun Friday |
Summer Camp 2026 – Senior Level Schedule
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00–10:30 | Ballet | Ballet | Ballet | Ballet | Ballet |
| 10:30–10:45 | Break | Break | Break | Break | Break |
| 10:45–11:15 | Pointe | Pointe | Pointe | Pointe | Pointe |
| 11:15–12:00 | Variations | Variations | Variations | Variations | Variations |
| 12:00–1:00 | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch |
| 1:00–2:00 | Repertoire/Variat. | Repertoire/Variat. | Repertoire/Variat. | Repertoire/Variat. | Repertoire/Variat. |
| 2:00–2:15 | Break | Break | Break | Break | Break |
| 2:15–3:15 | Contemporary | Jazz | Contemporary | Jazz | Stretch/Yoga |
| 3:15–4:00 | Stretch/Yoga | Pilates | Stretch/Yoga | Pilates | Fun Friday |
Cancellation Policies
Hamilton City Ballet/Hamilton Academy of Performing Arts reserves the right to cancel any programs if the minimum enrollment is not met. Refunds will be issued if HCB/HAPA cancels a camp program because of unmet minimums.
No refunds after June 1st, 2026