SPRING BREAK BALLET INTENSIVE 2026

Featuring Vaganova certified, Award-winning Faculty in the heart of Texas

Elevate your technique this Spring Break with world-class instruction. Join the Dance Center of San Antonio (DCSA) for an exclusive intensive featuring our award-winning faculty, including Vanessa Bessler, alongside renowned international guest teachers.

This program is designed for dedicated students looking to refine their artistry and technical precision. Dancers will immerse themselves in a comprehensive curriculum including:

  • Classical Ballet Technique

  • Pointe Work

  • Classical Variations

  • Pas de deux

  • Contemporary Dance

  • Flexibility & Conditioning

Whether you are preparing for upcoming auditions or simply striving to reach the next level of your training, this intensive offers the rigor and expertise you need.

  • Video auditions are accepted at any time before March 1 for Spring and May 1 for Summer. Video auditions should be emailed to information@dancecenterofsanantonio.org.

    Video auditions must include:

    • Students must include one recent photo with their audition registration: 1st arabesque.

    • A LINK to the audition video which has: 

    • At the beginning of the video, you should introduce yourself and state your age, the number of year(s) of ballet/dance study, the number of years of pointe work (if applicable), the name(s) of your current school and teacher(s), and any previous summer intensive programs, festivals and/or international ballet competitions in which you have participated.

    • Video should be a variation or solo.

    • OR Classwork is sufficient also if you do not have a solo or variation.

      • Ballet technique class- including barre and center work

      • Center work (including adagio, pirouettes)

      • Allegro (jumps)

      • Pointe work for qualifying dancers ages 11 and up

      • Younger dancers should also show flexibility

      • Partnering

      • repertoire

  • MARCH 9 - MARCH 13, 2026 | 10 AM - 3 PM

    Choose your schedule:

    • 3-Day Option: (Select any 3 days within the week)

    • 5-Day Option: (Full week immersion)

    Dress Code:

    • Monday-Thursday: Black leotard

    • Friday: Dancer's choice

    Sample Vaganova Intensive Schedule:

    • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm ~ Classical Ballet technique and pointe

    • 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ~ Variations

    • 1:00 pm- 2:00 pm ~ Lunch

    • 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ~ partnering or repertoire or contemporary (Varies)

    • 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ~ Conditioning and Flexibility or contemporary (Varies)

  • Spots are strictly limited to ensure personalized attention

    Early Bird Pricing Ends March 1st

    • 3-Day Intensive: $330

    • 5-Day Intensive: $550

    Non-refundable, full payment due upon registration. Tuition will not be prorated. No make-up days.

    Results are emailed within 2 weeks from the audition and sent to the email entered at registration.

  • TownPlace Suites by Marriott by the Airport is partnering with DCSA to provide housing options at a discounted rate. TownPlace Suites is conveniently located near the San Antonio International Airport (7 minute drive) and is only a 4 minute Drive from the Dance Center of San Antonio. Continental breakfasts are also included. Contact information@dancecenterofsanantonio.org for details on reserving this hotel at this specialty rate.

    TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Antonio Airport:

    214 NE Interstate 410 Loop, San Antonio, TX 78216

    Rates include: Spacious King Suites. Fully Equipped Kitchens. Free Buffet Breakfast Daily. A Fitness center. Laundry. On site swimming pool, patio and bbq grill.

  • History and excitement abound in the heart of Texas! Visit San Antonio is a great place to start to explore all our city has to offer! https://www.visitsanantonio.com/visitors-guide/

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“My daughter really enjoyed her experience with DCSA. All the teachers are so helpful. They paid attention to details and taught her proper techniques. Best of all, everyone was very nice. They welcomed her and made her very comfortable. She felt she was part of DCSA Family.”
— Juli, Houston