Teen & Adult Summer Intensives
Train with intention this summer. Our Teen & Adult Intensives at Dance Center of San Antonio offer focused, high-level training for dancers looking to refine technique, build strength, and expand their movement vocabulary. Whether you’re returning to the studio or pushing toward the next level, these programs provide a structured, supportive environment led by experienced faculty, with flexible options to fit your schedule.
Ballet Intensives
Technical excellence knows no age. Dance Center of San Antonio offers rigorous training tailored for the dedicated dancer, from those returning to the studio to those refining their artistry. Led by instructor Luciano Perotto, these sessions provide a serious, supportive environment for all levels with flexible scheduling to fit your summer goals.
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Program Schedule & Curriculum
Join us for an immersive experience designed to keep you inspired and refine your technique.
Morning Sessions | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
June 15 – 19, 2026
July 13 – 17, 2026
Evening Sessions | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
June 22 – 26, 2026
August 3 – 7, 2026
Daily Routine:
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Ballet Warm-up and Barre
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Center and Pointe (or Pre-Pointe) Work (Evening sessions follow the same curriculum structure from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
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Tuition and Registration
We offer flexible attendance options to ensure every dancer can participate:
Full 5-Day Intensive
$150
3-Day Pass
$90
Daily Drop-In
$40
Tuition is non-refundable. Full payment is due upon registration. Online pre-registration is highly recommended to reserve your spot and facilitate a quick check-in at the studio.
How to Register:
Log in to your existing DCSA account or create a new account below.
Select “Register for Classes.”
Choose “Adult Summer Intensive June 15 - August 7.”
Location: Dance Center of San Antonio
Contemporary Countertechnique Intensive
Ages 14+ | New for 2026
Step into a more efficient, powerful way of moving.
Our Contemporary Countertechnique Intensive is a high-level training experience designed for teen and adult dancers ready to deepen their contemporary technique and expand their physical range.
Built around the principles of countertechnique, dancers are introduced step-by-step to the various tools – making sure, however, that the priority always lies with experiencing and enjoying the difference in moving, rather than first having to understand the tools intellectually. Classes are therefore very accessible, and can be taught to participants of all levels. Dancers are encouraged to be pro-active in discovering connections and solutions, to be less concerned with judging themselves and to work in a healthy way with regard to body and mind.
Countertechnique was developed by Anouk van Dijk throughout her twenty-five year career as a dancer, choreographer and teacher. Our teacher Kira Blazek-Ziaii danced for Anouk in 2005 and 2008, and has completed two teacher trainings
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Countertechnique fundamentals and application
Floorwork and traveling sequences
Weight shifts, momentum, and suspension
Efficiency in movement to reduce injury risk
Musicality and dynamic range
Contemporary phrasework and performance quality
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This program is designed for intermediate to advanced dancers (ages 14+), including:
Ballet dancers looking to expand into contemporary
Contemporary dancers wanting stronger technical foundation
Adults seeking high-level, challenging training
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Choose the week that fits your summer:
June 15–19
July 13–17
July 27–31
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Monday–Friday)
Why Countertechnique?Countertechnique trains dancers to move with greater awareness and efficiency—helping you:
Move faster with less effort
Improve balance and coordination
Build strength without unnecessary tension
Transition seamlessly between movements
This approach is widely used in professional contemporary companies worldwide.
What to Expect
Each day includes a structured progression of:
Technique class
Across-the-floor progressions
Phrasework
Conditioning specific to contemporary movement
Dancers will leave with a stronger understanding of how to apply countertechnique principles across all styles.
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We offer a comprehensive training experience for dancers looking to deepen their practice. Please note the following details for our contemporary program:
Tuition:
Full Weekly Intensive: $400
Tuition is non-refundable. Full payment is due upon registration. Online pre-registration is highly recommended to reserve your spot and facilitate a quick check-in at the studio.
How to Register:
Log in to your existing DCSA account or create a new account below.
Select “Register for Classes.”
Choose “Contemporary Countertechnique SI 2026: June 15-July 31.”
Location: Dance Center of San Antonio
Questions? If you require further information, please feel free to reach out to us at (210) 462-7660. We look forward to dancing with you this summer!