Summer Dance Intensive
Ballet, jazz, lyrical, and acrobatics in an intensive summer format. A great way to build skills, discover new styles, and experience Miami Royal Ballet.
A Dance Summer Worth Remembering
Miami Royal Ballet's summer program offers children and teens a concentrated, joyful introduction to classical ballet and complementary dance styles. Whether your dancer is continuing their training or experiencing professional dance instruction for the first time, the summer intensive is structured to inspire progress and make every day in the studio worthwhile.
Classical Ballet
Daily ballet classes form the foundation of the summer experience, structured by level so every dancer is appropriately challenged.
Jazz & Lyrical
Supplementary styles taught alongside classical training to broaden movement vocabulary and keep the summer varied and engaging.
Acrobatics
Strength, flexibility, and acrobatic skills taught safely within a dance context, a highlight for many summer students.
Performance Showcase
The summer session concludes with a showcase for families, giving students the experience of preparing and presenting work for an audience.
Small Groups
The academy's commitment to small class sizes carries through the summer program so every student receives individual attention.
New-Student Friendly
When a future session is announced, new students can inquire about placement and discover Miami Royal Ballet before deciding whether to continue in the fall.
Future Summer Sessions
Dates and enrollment details are announced when the next summer session is confirmed. Tell us you are interested and our team can share information when it becomes available.
Why Summer at Miami Royal Ballet
The summer intensive gives students something the regular school year rarely does: uninterrupted time to absorb technique. Without the distractions of the academic schedule, many students make their most significant technical leaps over the summer.
The program is taught by the same faculty who lead our year-round programs, including oversight from Founding Director and Professor Ballerina Lourdes Arteaga. Students receive the same quality of instruction available at Miami Royal Ballet throughout the year.
For families new to Miami Royal Ballet, summer is an ideal opportunity to experience the academy before committing to a full year. Many of our most committed year-round students joined us first through summer.
Summer Program FAQs
How can ballet and dance support a child's physical and mental development?
When practiced consistently and attentively, age-appropriate ballet and dance can support physical conditioning, coordination, posture, strength, musicality, body awareness, and healthy movement habits. Focused muscular engagement and careful repetition also give children opportunities to develop concentration, responsibility, discipline, resilience, patience, and follow-through. As training progresses and becomes more demanding, meaningful improvement generally requires focused, consistent work. Progress varies by student and depends on factors such as attendance, readiness, effort, instruction, and wellbeing; no specific outcome is guaranteed.
What if my child is not absolutely loving every class?
Ballet is a discipline and a growth process, so not every class will feel easy or immediately fun. It is normal for dancers to move through challenging periods as coordination, expectations, and confidence develop. Consistent attendance and age-appropriate follow-through can help children build resilience, responsibility, confidence, and the ability to persist, but every child and family is different. Parents ultimately decide which commitments are right for their child while considering the dancer's feelings, wellbeing, and circumstances. MRB faculty give respectful, thoughtful feedback with each student's best interests in mind and welcome conversations with families about concerns, progress, and the most constructive path forward. Our goal is to help each dancer grow without suggesting that one path is right for everyone or that a child's wellbeing should be dismissed.
Where can we park?
There is usually plenty of street parking. Merrick Park offers a 15-minute child drop-off and pick-up window; normal parking rules and fees apply beyond that window.
Do students have opportunities to perform?
Yes. Miami Royal Ballet presents recitals, performances, competitions, community appearances, and special events throughout the year. Opportunities vary by program, age, placement, and readiness, and our faculty will explain the experiences available to each dancer.
What should the dancer wear to a trial class?
Wear tights if available; otherwise, shorts and a comfortable shirt work well. Ballet slippers or ballet shoes are preferred, but socks work if you do not have them yet. The required uniform is sold at the studio after enrollment.
How does enrollment work after a trial class?
After the trial, our faculty confirms the recommended placement and the studio team reviews current availability with your family. When the dancer is ready to enroll for the full season, you can complete registration for the approved class. Placement and space are confirmed directly by the studio.
Who is the summer program for?
The summer intensive welcomes students with some prior dance experience as well as motivated beginners at appropriate levels. Request future-session information so we can share placement guidance when dates are announced.
What age range is accepted?
The program accommodates children through teens. Specific age ranges will be included with future session details when they are announced.
How long does the summer program run?
Session duration varies by year. Contact us to express interest and receive details when a future session is confirmed.
Do summer students continue in the fall?
Yes. Many families use the summer session as an introduction to Miami Royal Ballet before enrolling in the regular year-round program. Students who wish to continue in September are welcome to do so.
What should students bring?
Ballet slippers are required. Leotard and tights are recommended for ballet sessions. Athletic wear is fine for jazz and acrobatics. Our team will share final dress guidance with confirmed session details.
Is the summer showcase open to family?
Yes. Families are invited and encouraged to attend the end-of-session showcase.
Interested in a Future Summer Session?
Contact us to ask about future dates, session details, and placement guidance.
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