Train with the Best, Grow Beyond Limits, and Reach New Heights!
Summer Intensive Training Program Designed for the Serious and Discerning Student!
Experience the one-of-a-kind, professional and individualized summer training experience that is unique to Scripps Performing Arts Academy!
Junior, Intermediate and Advanced Intensives for Serious Dancers, Ages 8-19
Local and out of town dancers alike will benefit from our rigorous programs while experiencing all that beautiful San Diego has to offer. Our diverse blend of guest faculty enhances the student’s ability to adapt to different teaching styles while broadening their artistic reach. With a teacher-student ratio of just 1:16 or less, dancers are given an invaluable opportunity to receive personal, individualized attention in every class!
Scripps Performing Arts Academy’s summer intensive is an inspired program designed to provide quality training, of both the technician and artist, in Southern California. Choose us as your primary source of education this summer or as a supplement to a longer program, taking advantage of all we offer to maintain your growth and further master your craft. Passionate students the world over who aspire to become the best dancers that they can be thrive here. Our commitment to excellence is unmatched. Our highly qualified faculty provide the tools necessary to help the dancer hone their skills, expand their mind and stretch their boundaries in a safe, nurturing environment.
Programs Curriculum includes Daily Professional instruction in Progressing Ballet Technique, Ballet and Pointe Technique, Variations/Choreography and Classical Character, Jazz, Modern and Nutrition/Body Care Wellness Workshops and Seminars.
Guest Faculty for 2025 to be Announced by February 1.
Program 1 Juniors, Intermediate 1-2, Teens: June 16-July 11
Program 2 Intermediate 3 to Pre-Professional: July 14-August 1, 2025
In-Person and Video Auditions
February through May 2025
There is an audition fee of $40 (cash or check) due at the time of the audition. Students auditioning in person should bring a headshot and 1st arabesque photo (no larger than 4×6 please). For students auditioning from out of town who cannot attend a live in-person audition, dancers may attend a live audition class via Zoom or submit a video audition with an application fee of $35. Audition results will be provided within two weeks of receipt of the application.
Program 1 is offered at both locations for Intermediate level students aged 8-16. Dancers will be placed in one of three levels, each limited to 14-16 students. Classes meet Monday through Friday, with 20-25 classes per week, 6 hours of instruction per day.
Junior Level (Current SPAA Ballet II-III) Ages 8-12
1 Week
June 16-20 | Carmel Valley Campus
June 23-27 | Scripps Ranch Campus
Intermediate Level (Current SPAA Ballet III) Ages 10 and up
1-Week
July 7-11 | Scripps Ranch & Carmel Valley Campuses
Teen Level (Current Teen Program students, Beginning to Intermediate) Ages 12 and up
1- Week
July 7-11 | Scripps Ranch & Carmel Valley Campuses
Program 2 is held at our Scripps Ranch location July 14 – August 1 for Advanced Intermediate to Pre-Professional students ages 12-19, with a 3-week program option which includes our 1-Week Contemporary program. Program 2 levels will be limited to 14-16 students per level, based on ability. Classes will meet Monday through Friday with 20-25 classes per week, 6-7 hours of instruction per day.
Intermediate 3 Summer Intensive:
2 Week
Ages 12-16 | July 14-25 | Scripps Ranch Campus
Advanced-Pre-Professional Summer Intensive:
3 Week
Ages 13-19 | July 15-August 2 | Scripps Ranch Campus
Contemporary Summer Intensive
1 Week
Ages 13 and up | July 28-August 1 | Scripps Ranch Campus
Contemporary Technique & Styles Intensive Program
Expand your movement capabilities in Modern, Jazz and Contemporary with Daily conditioning and experienced, professional teaching artists!
Daily classes in Progressing Contemporary Technique Conditioning for Contemporary, Varying Modern Techniques (Release, Graham, Horton, Modern, Dunham), Dance Improvisation and Contact Improv and more improve your skills and confidence in the Modern techniques necessary for a successful Contemporary piece with the guest choreographer, Collegiate dance program or ballet career!
The Contemporary Intensive is held at our Scripps Ranch location July 28- August 1 for Advanced Intermediate to Pre-Professional students aged 13-19. Classes will meet Monday through Friday with 20-25 classes per week, 6 hours of instruction per day.
Contemporary Summer Intensive
1 Week
Ages 13 and up | July 28-August 1 | Scripps Ranch Campus