Dance and Perform This Summer!

The Summer Jazz Intensives are scaled down versions of the popular Summer Showcase. These one week intensive dance camps feature high-energy jazz choreography that culminate with an in-house studio performance. The Summer Jazz Intensives will be led by Artistic Director Kirstie Spadie and NCDI faculty. It is a great performance opportunity for NCDI dancers and open to other dancers in our community. Dancers must be at an intermediate to advanced level, and acceptance is subject to approval.

Jazz Intensives I & II
Intensive I Time: June 18-22 (Mon-Fri) 9:00am-12:30pm
    Ages: 9-12 yrs
    Instructor: Kirstie Spadie & Sarah Putterman
    Performance: Friday, June 22, 6:00pm at NCDI

Intensive II Time: June 25-29 (Mon-Fri) 12:30pm-4:00pm
    Ages: 13-17 yrs
    Instructor: Kirstie Spadie & Sarah Putterman
    Performance: Friday, June 29, 6:00pm at NCDI

Level: Intermediate/Advanced (subject to approval)
   Non-NCDI students are required to take a placement class during spring semester.
   Placement is based on skill level. Contact Kirstie via e-mail at kirstie@ncdanceinstitute.com.
Cost: $200

Contemporary Dance Intensive

The Contemporary Dance Intensive is a dance workshop featuring modern and contemporary styles for intermediate to advance dancers. NCDI faculty and guest teachers bring together cutting edge choreography and technique.

Contemporary Dance Intensive
Time: July 23-July 26 (Mon-Thu) 10:00am-3:00pm
Ages: 12-17 yrs
Level: Intermediate/Advanced
Instructor: Sarah, Ronnie West, and NCDI Faculty
Cost: $200

Jazz Boot Camp

Spend a week with NCDI Artistic Director Kirstie Spadie and Sarah Putterman exploring jazz choreography in a fast-paced and fun dance intensive for beginner and intermediate dancers. Attire: Black leotard, jazz pants, black jazz shoes.

Students often take the Ballet Basics Boot Camp followed by the Jazz Boot Camp.

Jazz Boot Camp
Time: July 16-20 (Mon-Fri) 2:00pm-4:00pm
Ages: 10-15 yrs
Level: Beginner and Intermediate
Instructor: Kirstie and Sarah
Cost: $140

Young Dancers Ballet Intensive

The Young Dancers Ballet Intensive is for the serious young dancer. Choreography from Sleeping Beauty and Swan Lake will be set during this fun week of intermediate level technique and choreography with NCDI ballet instructor Ms. Melissa. Classical ballet attire is required (black leotard/pink tights), with hair worn in a bun. Please bring a healthy snack.

Young Dancers Ballet Intensive
Time: July 23-27 (Mon-Fri) 10:00am-12:00pm
Ages: 9-14 yrs
Level: Intermediate (2-3 yrs ballet experience required)
   Non-NCDI students are required to take
   a placement class during spring semester.
   Contact Kirstie via e-mail at kirstie@ncdanceinstitute.com.
Instructor: Ms. Melissa
Cost: $140

Children's Ballet Intensive

This fun ballet camp for children 6 to 9 years old will cover ballet fundamentals and stagecraft exploration with stage make-up and costumes. Degas and the Little Dancers, an original ballet for children, will be presented in an exciting showcase for parents at NCDI on Friday at 11:30am. Black leotard, pink tights and pink ballet slippers are required. Bring a healthy snack. Costumes will be provided by NCDI. These camps sell out quickly. Please e-mail Kirstie for placement questions.

Children's Ballet Intensive
Time: July 16-20 (Mon-Fri) 9:00am-12:00pm
   (Early drop-off at 8:30am is available)
Ages: 6-9 yrs
Level: Beginner
   (Minimal or no ballet experience required, subject to approval)
Instructor: Ms. Kirstie
Cost: $180

Ballet Basics Boot Camp

The Ballet Basics Boot Camp is a fast-paced introduction of ballet fundamentals and conditioning for the body. A fun format led by Ms. Melissa will give students boot camp exercises to practice throughout the summer. This camp is designed for the student who has an interest in ballet and wants to further their knowledge in an accelerated week of ballet fundamentals. Classical ballet attire is required (black leotard/pink tights). Bring a healthy snack.

Students often take the Ballet Basics Boot Camp followed by the Jazz Boot Camp.

Ballet Basics Boot Camp
Time: July 16-20 (Mon-Fri) 10:00am-12:00pm
Ages: 9-14 yrs
Level: Beginner
   (Minimal or no ballet experience required, subject to approval)
Instructor: Ms. Melissa
Cost: $140

Pre-Pointe Primer

Students recommended for Pre-Pointe classes for Fall 2012 should participate in the Pre-Pointe Primer. Pointe shoes should be purchased, fitted, and sewn prior to the primer. Please e-mail Kirstie for placement questions.

Pre-Pointe Primer
Time: July 31 - Aug 2 (Tue-Thu) 5:30pm-7:00pm
Ages: 12-16 yrs
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Ms. Melissa
Cost: $85

Lil' Peeps and Kids Hip-Hop Camps

The coolest camp for your kid this summer! Learn the hot moves seen on TV and videos. NCDI hip-hop instructors lead these fun and funky camps. NCDI Hip-Hop camps sell out fast! Yo, don't delay - sign up today!

Lil' Peeps Hip-Hop Camp
Time: July 24-26 (Tue-Thu) 9:00am-11:00am
   Please provide a snack for your Lil’ Peep
Ages: 6-9 yrs
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Ronnie West
Cost: $85

Kids Hip-Hop Camp
Time: July 24-26 (Tue-Thu) 12:00pm-2:00pm
Ages: 9-12 yrs (boys and girls)
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Ronnie West
Cost: $85

Broadway bound? You need training in singing, acting and dancing! Sarah Putterman leads a packed workshop of the “Triple Threat” techniques. Learn Broadway dance numbers from Hairspray, Chicago and Fame. Informational seminars on getting a talent agent, headshots, resumes, and vocal training.

The Broadway Bound Workshop includes learning two monologues, an audition song and upbeat choreography. Learn what it takes to make it in show business!

Broadway Bound Workshop
Time: July 10-13 (Tue-Fri) 2:00pm-4:00pm
Ages: 9-14 yrs
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Instructors: Sarah Putterman and Brittany Daniels, Vocal Coach
Cost: $130

Ballerina Princess Dance Camp

North Carolina Dance Institute offers an imaginative and creative arts camp for children 3 to 5 years old. Children will dance along with their favorite fairy tales and create dance-related artistic crafts. Each fun-filled day will consist of a 45-minute dance class, snack break, followed by the completion of their very own artwork. All craft materials, costumes and snacks are supplied by NCDI. Pink leotards, skirts, tights, and leather ballet slippers are required for Creative Arts Dance Camp. This is an inspiring summer camp experience for the budding young artist who loves to dance!

Ballerina Princess Dance Camp
Time: July 9-13 (Mon-Fri) 9:00am-11:00am
   (Early drop-off at 8:30am is available)
Ages: 3-5 yrs (*Must be 3 by May 1)
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Ms. Brenda
Cost: $140

Gotta Dance! Camp

Gotta Dance Camp is a fast and fun week of dance for the child who really likes to move! This fun dance camp for children 5 to 7 years old will explore upbeat tap, jazz and ballet dances. Black or pink leotard, pink tights and pink ballet slippers and tap shoes are required. (NCDI has a limited supply of tap shoes for the Gotta Dance Camp.) Bring a healthy snack. These camps sell out quickly.

Gotta Dance! Camp
Time: July 16-20 (Mon-Fri) 9:00am-11:00am
   (Early drop-off at 8:30am is available)
Ages: 5-7 yrs
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Ms. Brenda
Cost: $140