The Ailey School Junior Division student Photo by Eduardo Patino, NYC
Junior Division Summer Intensive
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About the Program
The Junior Division Summer Intensive is a four-week training program for students ages 12 to 15 with at least three years of dance experience. All within the heart of New York City, students will train with exceptional instructors in a vibrant professional environment. They will spend their summer immersed in the best dance training The Ailey School has to offer!
June 23 – July 18, 2025
Curriculum
The Junior Division Summer Intensive is designed to fulfill Alvin Ailey's philosophy of cultivating well-rounded dancers. Taught by a distinguished faculty, the Summer Intensive’s curriculum includes ballet, Horton, Graham, Limón, jazz, contemporary, and West African. The weekly schedule consists of daily technique classes and a masterclass. Students are assigned to a class level based on their skill and experience, determined during their audition.
The Ailey School Junior Division students Photo by Eduardo Patino, NYC
The Ailey School Junior Division students Photo by Eduardo Patino, NYC
The Ailey School Junior Division students Photo by Eduardo Patino, NYC
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How to Apply
Auditions begin in January. Review the audition requirements and application deadlines.
FAQs
Students must be ages 12 to 15 by the start of the program, not at the time of audition.
Yes, a dress code is required for all programs. To purchase the required attire, you can order online or visit The Ailey Boutique located inside The Joan Weill Center for Dance. Boutique hours are Monday-Friday 11am-7pm and Saturday 9am-4pm.
Students must attend all four weeks of the intensive. We do not allow partial participation or latecomers.
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For questions or general inquiries, please contact [email protected].