Junior Summer Intensive in Kansas City

The perfect way for aspiring dancers to spend their summer days!

June 1 – June 19, 2026
South Campus at meadowbrook
Students (9-14)

The Kansas City Ballet School’s Junior Summer Intensive is specifically designed with the young dancer in mind. This three-week program offers students a rigorous and comprehensive study of ballet technique and exposure to a broad variety of dance styles. All curriculum in this program is presented in a nurturing and positive environment at Kansas City Ballet School’s South Campus at Meadowbrook. Students will experience a truly unique program working with members of the Kansas City Ballet’s artistic staff and school faculty.

Important Dates

December 1, 2025 – Pre-registration for JSI audition opens
January 25, 2026 – JSI Audition
February 27, 2026 – Video auditions due
March 16, 2026 – Registration and deposit due
May 4, 2026 – Tuition balance due
June 1, 2026 – First day of the JSI
June 19, 2026 – Last day of the JSI

Invited students must secure their spot in the program by March 16, 2026.

Curriculum

All dancers will attend class Monday through Friday, 9:00AM-4:00PM. Students will be divided into three levels for classes.

Classes for 2026 may include:
Ballet Technique
Pre-Pointe or Pointe (prior pointe experience required)
Men’s Class
Repertory
Variations
Modern
Jazz
Contemporary
Progressing Ballet Technique
Pilates Mat

50% of tuition payment (not including registration fee and deposit) will be refunded if the student needs to withdraw from the intensive after April 6. No refunds will be issued if a student withdraws after May 4.

For tuition payments not received by the May 4 deadline, a $75 late fee will be charged.

Will housing be provided?

Dormitory housing is not provided for Junior Summer Intensive students.

Below is a list of hotels located near the South Campus for out-of-town students:

Accomodations near the South Campus

Will there be a performance?

Students will showcase their progress in an informal demonstration on Friday, June 19. This performance will take place at KCB’s Bolender Center for Dance & Creativity.