Win a $4,700 Scholarship to

Ballet 5:8’s Summer Intensive!

Transform your ballet training and take the next step toward a professional career—without wasting years trying to figure it out alone.

What Dancers are Saying

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    "Receiving the scholarship and training at Ballet 5:8 changed my entire approach to dance. I’m now confident and ready for professional opportunities!"

     – Former Scholarship Recipient

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    “I grew as much in one summer as I did at my local studio in a whole year. I really hope that I will be able to come back next year! Thank you so much for the amazing experience!”

    - Summer Intensive Participant

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    "The coaching and feedback were incredible. I truly felt seen and treated as an individual by the teachers."

     – Past Summer Intensive Participant

Let’s Face the Truth - Qualifying to become a professional dancer is HARD.

The $4,700 Scholarship Opportunity

We’ve Got You Covered!
 This 5-week Summer Intensive Scholarship includes:

  • Full Tuition: World-class training valued at $3,500.

  • Room & Board: Comfortable accommodations valued at $1,200.

Audition by January 31, 2025, and you could be the dancer selected for this life-changing opportunity.

What Makes Ballet 5:8 Special?

Our Summer Intensive is where professional careers begin. This is the program where many of our Ballet 5:8 Trainees and Second Company members started their journey.

What’s included:

  • Individual Coaching: Personalized feedback tailored to your growth.

  • Exclusive Pas de Deux Training: Learn classical and contemporary partnering in small, focused groups.

  • Performance Opportunities: Build adaptability by performing classical and new choreography.

Artistic Guidance: Work directly with Ballet 5:8’s Artistic Director to map out your next steps as a dancer.

Course Curriculum Breakdown

Here’s what you’ll experience:

  • Morning Training: Ballet technique, pointe/pre-pointe, and men’s allegro.

  • Afternoon Intensives: Pas de Deux, Variations, Progressing Ballet Technique, and more.

  • Diverse Styles: Modern, contemporary, jazz, Spanish dance, and improvisation.

  • Wellness & Strength: Pilates, PBT, BOSU, strength training, and safe stretching.

  • Creative Expression: Participate in choreography intensives to create and perform your own work.

"Training at Ballet 5:8 gave me the skills and confidence to secure a spot in a professional ballet company. Learning from professionals helped me understand what companies are looking for. It was the experience of a lifetime!"


 – Summer Intensive Participant

"The detailed feedback I received helped me improve faster than I ever thought possible, at the end of the summer Mrs. Julianna invited me into the Trainee program."


 – Current Ballet 5:8 Company Member

Why Choose Ballet 5:8?

  • Associated with a professional ballet company.

  • Training rooted in Vaganova, SAB, and Marcia Dale Weary’s methods.

  • A holistic approach that prioritizes technique, artistry, and wellness.

  • Proven success stories—our graduates are thriving in professional companies.

"This program is for dancers who are serious about their future. It’s not just about improving your technique—it’s about equipping you with the tools, discipline, and artistry to thrive in the professional world. I look forward to meeting you and helping you grow!"
 – Julianna Rubio Slager,
Artistic Director, Ballet 5:8

Auditions are open now, and the deadline to qualify for the $4,700 scholarship is January 31, 2025.

This is your chance to train at one of the nation’s most respected ballet programs.

CONTACT US

Curious to learn more? Contact us to learn about why this program is life-changing for dancer.

Email
schooloffice@ballet58.org

Phone
708.329.8773