NEW IN 2026: SUMMER INTENSIVE IS FULL-DAY, WITH REPERTOIRE ADD-ONS AVAILABLE!
WEEK ONE: JULY 27-31
WEEK TWO: AUGUST 3-7

The Ballet Des Moines Summer Intensive offers dancers ages 10+ an immersive, inspiring training experience designed to build strong technique, artistry, and confidence. Guided by Ballet Des Moines’ artistic staff and distinguished guest faculty, students engage in daily ballet technique, pointe and variations, contemporary, conditioning, and creative exploration. With an emphasis on individualized growth, the program supports dancers at every stage of their development while introducing them to professional standards and expectations. Through mentorship, performance-focused training, and exposure to career pathways in dance, the intensive empowers young artists to deepen their craft, envision their future in ballet, and connect with a vibrant, supportive community.