Westside Ballet, Yvonne Mounsey, Director

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2009 Adult Summer Intensive

Dates for the 2009 Adult Summer Intensive have been set: August 24-28. Classes will meet daily, 10 am until 4:15 pm, in Ballet, Technique, Pointe, Turns & Jumps, Variations, Flamenco, Jazz. The week will end with an informal performance and refreshments. Special hotel rate for participants, email westsideballet@verizon.net for more information.

New! Boy's Dance Class

This class is specifically designed for boys ages 10-16 who have some dance experience and who love to dance. They would gain musicality, strength, and self-confidence in a fun, inspiring and supportive class taught by our own Sven Toorvald.

There will be two classes a week, Monday and Wednesday, 5:30-6:30 pm, for 2 four-week periods, starting June 29 - July 22, and again July 27 - August 19. Cost for each 4-week session is $150 payable in advance. The recommended attire for class is sweats or shorts and jazz shoes.

This class that is designed to take the boys' interest in dance to the next level with a focus on improving skills with a solid foundation.

Please email westsideballet@verizon.net for more information.

Summer program for dancers age 12-18

Current New York City Ballet principals Megan Fairchild Summer brochure coverand Andrew Veyette will return as guest teachers for Westside Ballet's Summer Intensive.

Regular faculty includes Melissa Barak, Martine Harley and Sophie Monat, all under the direction of Yvonne Mounsey. Emphasis is on Classical Ballet, including Pointe, Pas de Deux and Variations (at appropriate levels).

Registration is open now for Session I (June 29 - July 24) and Session II (July 27 - August 21). See Summer Program for additional information and registration form.

Children's program for age 8-11

Well-balanced weekly schedule includes ballet, jazz and performance rehearsals. Specialty dance - folk, mime, choreography - alternates withh ballet history, illustrated by videos, and craft sessions.

Registration is open now. Children may enroll for one or both sessions. Session I is June 29 - July 24, Session II is July 27 - August 21. See Summer Program for additional information and registration form.