John Cranko School Summer Intensive

Connecticut | Ages 9-15

The John Cranko School SI CT provides expert Vaganova Technique training for serious ballet students (ages 9 - 15 years). Uniquely, the classical ballet repertoire is expanded to include John Cranko’s neoclassical and contemporary repertoire. The JCS SI teachers offer rigorous pre-professional ballet training through class instruction and a final Showcase. Recognized for preparing dancers for leading European ballet companies, the curriculum is designed to achieve maximum individual progress with a focus on clarity of technique, strength, and musicality. Classes are conducted in English.

The ballet training is supplemented with a full summer experience of on-campus extracurricular activities and off-campus trips. The Program’s overall environment is non-competitive, with an emphasis on teamwork and building a positive, supportive, lasting community of peers.

Dancers from all over the world attend. Residential and day options are available. Participation in non-ballet activities may be limited for day students.

Dancers exhibiting exceptional talent may be invited to the November Workshop and/or recommended for year-round study at the John Cranko School in Stuttgart, Germany.

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Kate Shurygina

Artistic Director

John Cranko School SI CT

Phone: 212-687-6118 ext. 208

kshurygina@aseglobalbridges.org

July 20 - August 8, 2025
Culminates in a Final Showcase

Three Weeks

Loomis Chaffee School

Housing

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Loomis Chaffee School
Meal Plans
Amenities

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Housing

Windsor, CT

Studios

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The Program takes place on the open campus of the Loomis Chaffee School, in Windsor, CT!

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Studios

Program Staff, Classes, and more

Supervision

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Supervision

The auditions are a great opportunity for dancers and their families to meet Program staff. Respecting that dancers come from different training backgrounds and vary in age, each dancer is evaluated within the context of their individual abilities. Successful candidates demonstrate age-appropriate skills, musicality, commitment to achieving progress, and appreciation for a collaborative environment. As the John Cranko School is in session during the year, local teachers conduct the auditions. During the summer, John Cranko School teachers travel exclusively from Stuttgart for the Program.

Auditions

details & Registration

In Person, Virtual, and Video

Curriculum

John Cranko School SI CT is tailored for serious male and female dancers, ages 9-15. Participants must have prior ballet training. Dancers are expected to be mature, focused on achieving individual progress in ballet, and willing to work hard to obtain progress within the context of a collaborative environment. Training is conducted through individual participation, observation, interactive participation with other participants, hands-on corrections and demonstrations by John Cranko School’s Teachers. All dancers are expected to moderate the rigor of their training within the context of instruction, which is aimed at assisting participants to achieve individual progress.

Ballet classes are conducted in English, in groups, and organized by age and skill levels.
Level placement may be adjusted during the first few days at the exclusive discretion of the Program.
Dancers exhibiting exceptional talent may be invited to the November Workshop and/or recommended for year-round study at the John Cranko School in Stuttgart, Germany.

A Showcase will be held at the end of the session, giving participants the opportunity to demonstrate the repertoire acquired during the program. While all will be featured, the extent of one’s participation in the performance may be based, in part, on merit, in-class participation, and artistic decisions. The schedule of the last week is adjusted to accommodate rehearsals.

Supplemental Activities:

In addition to ballet classes, supplemental activities which enhance the training and build a collaborative and fun environment take place throughout the week. Such activities typically include:

Musical Theatre
Talent Show
Swimming
Outdoor Fun & Crafts
Off-site trips

Weekends:

There are no ballet classes on weekends (*1st wk - a placement class and some community building activities will take place on Sunday afternoon, prior to Monday start of regular class schedule)
Private lessons are available for an additional cost.

For resident students, attendance at all supplemental activities is mandatory. For non-resident students, attendance may be limited for supplemental activities.

Intermediate Level

Classes Consist of:

Classical Technique
Pointe
Classical Repertoire
Contemporary Repertoire
Cranko Repertoire
Male Technique
Organized Warm-up*

Beginner Level

Classes Consist of:

Classical Technique
Pointe/Pre-Pointe
Classical Repertoire
Contemporary Repertoire
Cranko Repertoire
Male Technique
Organized Warm-up*

Enrollment & Costs

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2025 Tuition

Program

Session Length

Tuition Fee

Registration Fee

John Cranko School SI (JCSSI)

3 Weeks

(July 20-Aug. 8)

$2,600

$150

International Contemporary Masters (ICM)

2 Weeks

(July 7 - July 18)

$1,650

$150

JCSSI & ICM

5 Weeks

(July 7 - Aug. 8)

$4,250

$150

Day students are provided with lunch and 2 snacks/day on class days. No extended day or weekend participation is possible.

2025 Room & Board

Includes; Housing with A/C rooms*, 3 meals daily and snacks, on-campus activities. Rooms are double occupancy, with a limited number of singles which are subject to availability and are typically assigned to older dancers. (*A limited number of non A/C rooms may be available.)

Program/Length

A/C Room & Meal Plan

Non-A/C Room* & Meal Plan

Registration Fee

Additional Fees

JCSSI

(July 20 - Aug. 9)

$2,580

$2,350

$150

Offsite Trips $90

ICM

(July 6 - July 19)

$1,750

$1,500

$150

Offsite Trips $40

JCSSI & ICM

(July 6 - Aug. 9)

$4,230

$3,900

$150

Offsite Trips $180

Payment Reminders

By check, ACH, or wire transfer only. Credit cards accepted ONLY for the initial audition and/or registration deposit of $150.
Carefully review your invoice for important payment information.

50% of Tuition

Remainder of Tuition

Within 2 weeks of Acceptance

Friday, 4/4/25

2025 Tuition

Please refer to your acceptance letter for detailed enrollment instructions. Upon receipt of an acceptance, log into your Parent Dashboard and click the Enrollment tab. To reserve your space in the program, kindly be advised of the following deadlines:

Enrollment & Payment Deadlines

50% of Housing

Remainder of Housing

Friday, 2/21/25

Friday, 4/4/25

2025 Housing

Refund Policy

Subject to the Cancellation Period specified in Program's Registration Contract, ASE has a no-refund policy on payments received. There are absolutely no refunds for dismissal from the Program or for voluntary withdrawal. Withdrawal from the Program, 60 days or more prior to the beginning of the 3 week session, due to a severe injury or medical condition unrelated to a pre-existing condition and directly resulting in Participant’s inability to train, may be evaluated on a case by case basis for special consideration of a credit. All special consideration requests will be reviewed in September following the completion of the Program. Audition and Registration Fee payments do not qualify for special consideration requests. It is Participant's responsibility to submit to ASE, in September, written statement of the request, relevant medical documentation, and physician’s attestation that the injury or medical condition is not related to a previously existing condition. Upon receipt of stated information, ASE will determine, in its sole discretion, whether any special consideration will be granted. Requests for session changes are not guaranteed, reviewed on a case by case basis, and are subject to ASE's Refund Policy.(*Good Standing defined as being in compliance with Program's policies, inclusive of, but not limited to payments and form submissions.) Given ASE’s no-refund policy please consider insurance as an option to protect your enrollment costs. Limited information is provided below. All are encouraged to consider other general industry and/or home country channels.

Insurance Suggestions

Options for International Families:
At this time Program is able to recommend only health insurance options. For cancellation insurance, home country options should be considered.

UHC Safe Trip, IMG Global, Seven Corners

Options for U.S. Families:

Activity Insurance, APlus Plans, SquareMouth

ASE has no affiliation with the insurance companies, nor does ASE make any representations regarding their products and/or services. This information is offered solely on an OPTIONAL and INFORMATIONAL basis. It is the sole responsibility of each family to obtain full information regarding the coverage and any/all other relevant matters. Please do not contact ASE/JCSSI program staff with any questions regarding the insurance, as we are not authorized to provide any information.

AUDITIONS

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John Cranko School Summer Intensive

Connecticut | Ages 9-15

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July 20 - August 8, 2025 Culminates in a Final Showcase

Three Weeks

Housing

Studios

Supervision

ADMISSION IS BY AUDITION ONLY — LEARN MORE!

July 20 - August 8, 2025
Culminates in a Final Showcase