AOBI
Summer Intensive
2025
Enrollment
Foundational Program
Application Guidelines
Thank you for your interest in AOBI's third annual Summer Program. After you have read carefully through our guidelines, you may then proceed to submit your application. Please be sure to adhere to the guidelines provided below:
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To ensure that your application and all required accompanying materials can be considered for acceptance, please adhere strictly to the following guidelines:
Headshots
only official passport photos will be accepted
Attire
form-fitting ballet wear only
no skirts, leg warmers, or baggy garments
Photos
must be clear, of good quality, in color, and with a plain background
avoid backlighting
must be formatted in .jpg or .png.
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For EU residents
The Art of Ballet Intensive
IBAN: NL44 BUNQ 2031 7668 99
BIC: BUNQNL2A
For Non-EU residents, please contact us at info@the-art-of-ballet-intensive.com
Program Details
Half course 1:
21 July — 26 July
Half course 2:
28 July — 2 August
Full course:
21 July — 2 August
Single Day:
27 July
The Art of Ballet Intensive (AOBI) proudly presents a unique opportunity for aspiring dancers and dance lovers. We invite dedicated dancers to join us to deepen their knowledge, elevate their skills, and cultivate their artistic expression in the vibrant cultural tapestry of beautiful Amsterdam.
Our advanced/pre-professional, intermediate, and foundational summer programs are meticulously curated to elevate the proficiency of dedicated dancers, fostering both technical excellence and artistic development. Our programs welcome aspiring pre-professionals as well as recreational dancers. We at AOBI are firmly committed to the principles of inclusivity.
Participants are provided opportunities to train with esteemed master teachers and choreographers hailing from prestigious organizations such as the Prix de Lausanne, Royal Ballet School of England, Dutch National Ballet Academy, and Royal Conservatory in The Hague, to name a few. These luminaries bring unparalleled expertise and a wealth of experience, having performed with leading dance companies, including Nederlands Dans Theater (NDT), Ballet Opéra National de Paris, Dutch National Ballet, National Ballet of Canada, Rambert Ballet, Harkness Ballet, Scapino Ballet, Berlin Opera Ballet; in Musical Theater on Broadway and international stages; as well as in the entertainment industry in Hollywood, Paris, and beyond.
The Art of Ballet Intensive offers options to participate for two weeks, one week, or a single day. Throughout the course, the daily classes and workshops are accompanied by live music provided by our masterful musicians, creating an inspiring and invigorating atmosphere for AOBI’s immersive programs.
Our captivating workshops take a deep dive into the subject matter. Personalized attention and constructive feedback are given, inspiring each dancer to strive for excellence and fulfill their potential. Additionally, participants will receive level-appropriate comprehensive training in pointe technique, men’s technique, pas de deux, improvisation, and modern dance styles such as Limón technique, character dance, and Broadway theater jazz. Workshops in injury prevention and dance history further enrich AOBI’s well-rounded and inspiring educational curriculum.
At AOBI, we are committed to cultivating a nurturing and supportive environment that brims with opportunities for each dancer. Participants will benefit from personalized coaching, with additional opportunities to book private lessons by appointment. Dancers will have access to exquisite on-site professional photo sessions with Studio Oostrum, under the direction of our artistic directors, to commemorate their transformative experiences and utilize photos for audition submissions.
For our two-week participants, the program culminates with an optional performance in a charming theater in the heart of Amsterdam. This presents them with beautiful opportunities to perform classical ballet variations and repertoire, contemporary and jazz repertoire, as well as original creations by our master teachers and choreographers. This celebration of talent is complemented by a Q&A session with our esteemed guest faculty, providing invaluable insights and career guidance.
Refine your craft and embark on an inspiring and unforgettable journey in the world of dance. We invite you to join us to embrace this chance of a lifetime!
The Art of Ballet Intensive's (AOBI) foundational summer program is thoughtfully designed to cater to the needs of beginner-leveled dance lovers (X/F/M).
Our core values of diversity and inclusivity are at the heart of AOBI, and we openly embrace and encourage applications from individuals aged 12* - 80 and above, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or religious affiliation.
At AOBI we guide you every step of the way during both our one-day, six-day, and thirteen-day intensives. To be sure that you meet the minimum requirements for the program, please refer to our requirements outlined on our FAQ page. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us for further clarification or assistance.
*If you are under the minimum age requirement but interested in joining us this summer, please get in touch with us. We will be sure to provide you with detailed information regarding admission and an overview of how to submit a short audition video.
Application deadlines
Early bird pricing expires
1 April, 2025
Enrollment 2025 closes
15 July, 2025
With a high faculty to student ratio, please be informed that AOBI has a limited capacity for registrations. Should we reach our maximum capacity prior to the scheduled deadline of 15 July, registration will close early. We urge you to complete your registration at your earliest convenience to secure your spot and avoid disappointment!
One-on-one Coaching
Unleash your true potential and take your dance skills, artistry, and personal goals to new heights with an exclusive one-on-one coaching session with one of our esteemed faculty members.
On-site Ballet Portrait Photoshoot
Our revered dance professionals will guide you to strike the perfect pose, while our esteemed dance photographers from Studio Oostrum capture the moment in an exquisite photograph.
Performance Opportunities
We conclude our summer program with a captivating and intimate theater performance, set against the vibrant backdrop of downtown Amsterdam.
Meet our revered faculty
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Lorenzo Koppenaal
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Ballet Technique
Classical Variations/Repertoire
Limón Technique
Restorative Stretching -
Pallas Sluyter
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Ballet Technique
Classical Variations/Repertoire
Pointe Technique
Restorative Stretching -
Didy Veldman
GUEST MASTER TEACHER
Contemporary Technique
Prix de Lausanne Repertoire -
Alexander Álvarez Silvestre
GUEST TEACHER
Ballet Technique
Men’s Technique
Prix de Lausanne Choreography -
Metasebia Plantefève-Castryck
GUEST TEACHER
Ballet Technique
Pointe Technique
Classical Variations/Repertoire -
Martin Meng
GUEST BALLET MASTER
Ballet Technique
Men’s Technique
Classical Variation Coaching -
Jeanne Solan
GUEST BALLET MISTRESS
Ballet Technique
NDT Masterclass -
Uri Eugenio
GUEST MASTER TEACHER
Improvisation
Contemporary Creation -
Sarah Miles
GUEST MASTER TEACHER
Broadway Jazz Repertoire
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Bill Goodson
GUEST MASTER TEACHER
Jazz Technique
Jazz Repertoire -
Daniel Owoseni Ajala
GUEST ASSOCIATE TEACHER
Ballet Technique
Meet our masterful accompanists
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Rodolphe Serné
LIVE ACCOMPANIST
Piano
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Seen Tung Lee
LIVE ACCOMPANIST
Piano
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Sjoerd Jansen
LIVE ACCOMPANIST
Percussion