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Gaithersburg Summer 2026 Camps & Intensives

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Gaithersburg 9AM - 1PM

1 Week Program

June 22-26

$255 Per Week

Children's Theme Camps, ages 4-6

Children’s Theme Camps are designed especially for our youngest artists. Each day includes mini ballet classes, mini hip hop classes, fun choreography sessions, and creative arts and crafts—all centered around the theme of that particular week. The camp concludes with a sweet end-of-week presentation, giving dancers the chance to share the steps they’ve learned and the fun they’ve had throughout their themed adventure. 

*NEW* June 22 - 26: Wicked Camp​ 

Want more options? Check out our Clarksburg Kids' Camps:

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Weekly Camps July 6 - August 14

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Gaithersburg:

June 22 - July 3, 9AM - 4PM

2 Week Program (1 Week Also Available)

$450 per week OR $800 for two weeks

Jr. Ballet Summer Intensive, ages 7-12

This two-week program is designed to strengthen each dancer’s ballet technique while nurturing their artistry. Dancers will participate in daily classes including Ballet, Pointe or Pre-Pointe (as appropriate), Variations, Repertoire, Body Conditioning, and Contemporary. Our faculty will focus on both technical refinement and artistic growth, helping each student progress with confidence, strength, and expressive clarity. The program will conclude with an in-studio showing of the repertoire learned throughout the program for students who attend both weeks.

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Dancers will be grouped into level-based sections within the Intensive to support differentiated instruction.

 

MBT students in current levels 1-4 may participate in the Jr. Ballet Summer Intensive. Outside students can attend an audition or a placement class. Please email contact@mbtdance.org for more information.

Gaithersburg:

*NEW* August 10-14, 9AM - 4PM

1 Week Program

$450 per week 

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Gaithersburg:

July 6 - 17, 9AM - 4PM

1 Week Program OR 2 Week Program

$425 per week OR $750 for two weeks

Broadway and Beyond Intensive, ages 7-12

This program celebrates the many genres of dance beyond classical ballet. Dancers will broaden their movement vocabulary and deepen their versatility as a dancer. With Musical Theatre as the central focus, dancers will also explore Jazz, Contemporary, Hip Hop, and Body Conditioning. Designed to expand both mind and body, Broadway and Beyond encourages students to discover new styles, new ways of expressing themselves, and the rich diversity of the dance world outside the ballet studio. There will be a showcase at the end of each week for dancers to show what they have learned.

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Gaithersburg:

August 17 - 21, 9AM - 4PM

1 Week Program

$450

Ballet Boot Camp, ages 10+

Ballet Boot Camp is designed to help dancers retain and reinforce the training they’ve gained over the summer. This one-week program includes a daily two-hour ballet technique class, followed by an hour of Pointe, Pre-Pointe or Body Conditioning, ensuring each dancer feels strong, confident, and ready to begin the season. Focused, efficient, and disciplined, Ballet Boot Camp provides the perfect reset to prepare for a successful year of training.

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Dancers will be grouped into level-based sections within each camp location to support differentiated instruction.

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Gaithersburg:

July 6-10, August 3-7, August 17 - 21

9AM - 1PM

1 - 3 Week Program

$300

*NEW* Ballet Prep Camp, ages 6-8

Designed for students ages 6–8 who are interested in auditioning for the academy next year, as well as current Level 1–2 students who may benefit from a refresher. This camp focuses on strengthening technique, building professionalism, and improving focus in the classroom.

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Daily classes include ballet, stretching, conditioning, and repertoire, helping dancers refine their skills in a structured and supportive environment.

An excellent opportunity for young dancers to prepare for advancement and feel confident heading into the next season.

 

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Contemporary Choreographic Intensive, ages 12+

This one-week program is designed to deepen contemporary technique and strengthen dancers’ ability to learn and perform choreography. Students will take daily classes in Contemporary, Ballet, and Body Conditioning, followed by an intensive afternoon Choreographic Workshop. Throughout the week, dancers will explore new movement qualities, push their artistic boundaries, and develop confidence in learning choreography. The workshop will culminate in an in-studio showing on Friday, where students will present the piece that they learned.

Gaithersburg:

July 13 - 17, 9AM - 4PM

1 Week Program

$465

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*NEW* Contemporary Choreographic Workshop

This one-week program is designed to introduce and re-enforce contemporary technique and strengthen dancers’ ability to learn and perform choreography. Students will take daily classes in Contemporary and Choreography with a new choreographer daily. Throughout the week, dancers will explore new movement qualities, push their artistic boundaries, and develop confidence in learning choreography.

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For dancers 11+ (MBT Levels 4+)

Gaithersburg:

July 6 - 10, 10AM - 2PM

1 Week Program

$400

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*NEW* Dance Foundations, Ages 5-7 & 7-12

Designed for students who are new to dance, this program focuses on building strong technical fundamentals in a supportive and engaging environment.

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Daily classes include ballet and stretch/conditioning, along with fun, age-appropriate activities that keep dancers excited and motivated while they learn.

A perfect introduction to dance that encourages confidence, creativity, and a love for movement.

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Ages 5–7: June 29-July 3

Ages 7-12: July 13-17

Gaithersburg:

Ages 5-7

July 13 - 17, 9AM - 1PM

1 Week Program

$255

Gaithersburg:

Ages 7-12

July 13 - 17, 9AM - 4PM

1 Week Program

$425

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Gaithersburg:

July 20 - August 14, 9AM - 4PM

4 Week Program (1, 2, 3 Weeks Also Available)

$500 per week or $1800 for 4 weeks

Advanced Ballet Summer Intensive, ages 12+

This program is designed for the aspiring ballet dancer who is ready to dedicate their summer to strengthening technique and refining artistry. Dancers will train daily in Ballet, Pointe, Variations, Repertoire, Contemporary, and Body Conditioning, allowing them to fully immerse themselves in the rigor and discipline required for advanced ballet study. Throughout the intensive, students will focus on developing strength, precision, coordination, and expressive quality. In Variations and Repertoire, dancers will learn classical choreography that can also serve as valuable preparation for future competition pieces. The Intensive will conclude with an in-studio showing, celebrating the dancers’ hard work and highlighting the repertoire and variations learned throughout the program. The performance will include students attending all 4 weeks.

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Dancers will be grouped into level-based sections within the Intensive to support differentiated instruction.

 

MBT students in current levels 5 and up may participate in the Sr. Ballet Summer Intensive. Outside students can attend an audition or a placement class. Please email contact@mbtdance.org for more information.

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