I am an advanced dancer, but am younger than 15 years old. Can I be considered for the resident program in New York City?

NYC housing regulations do not allow the Program to accommodate anyone under the age of 15 years. Additionally, in keeping with age-appropriate training, dancers who are not 15 years of age during the start of the Summer Intensive are not typically considered for JCSSI NY.

Can I commute to the NY or the CT program or do I have to live in the residences?

Both the New York City and Connecticut programs have a Day Student option. Enrollment in Program housing is not a requirement.

How many dancers are in a class?

Traditionally JCS SI groups are subject to the studio sizes, but average around 30 dancers.

Is there an option for private instruction during the Summer Intensive?

Enrolled dancers will be able to sign up for private instruction with the JCS SI Teachers for an additional fee, subject to availability. Detailed information will be made available closer to program start.

Are there scholarships available for dancers who have been accepted into the Summer Intensive?

ASE offers a number of different types of scholarship opportunities. Please visit the FAQ Scholarship Tab above for full details.

Are there medical and other program forms required for enrollment?

Important program manuals and forms will be provided to JCS SI NY & CT families during March. All programs have a thorough medical review process, which requires a Physician’s Report to be completed by the dancer’s regular physician and then be reviewed by the Program. If you will be requesting an exemption from immunizations, you MUST contact the program in advance.

John Cranko School Summer Intensive

New York | Ages 15-22

The John Cranko School SI NY provides expert Vaganova Technique training for serious ballet students (ages 15 - 22 years). Uniquely, the classical ballet repertoire is expanded to include John Cranko’s neoclassical and contemporary repertoire. The JCSSI teachers offer rigorous pre-professional ballet training through class instruction, final Showcase, and other related activities. Classes are conducted in English.

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.

Dancers from all over the world attend. Residential and day options are available. The Program’s overall environment is non-competitive and teamwork is emphasized.

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.

ELEVATE YOUR TRAINING, EXPLORE NEW HORIZONS
3 weeks, 3 repertoires, Elite Vaganova Technique

John Cranko School SI NY

Olga Koval

Assistant to the Director

Phone: 212-687-6118 ext. 207

olga@aseglobalbridges.org

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Three Weeks

July 18 - August 6, 2027
Culminates in a Final Showcase

Supervision

Chaperones/Staff, classes, and more

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Supervision

Studios

Manhattan, New York

Studios

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Housing

Locations, dorm amenities

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Auditions

In Person, Virtual, and Video

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.

Details & Registration

Curriculum

John Cranko School SI NY is designed for male and female dancers (15 - 22 years) who are at an intermediate through advanced level. Training is conducted through group classes which consist of individual participation, observation, interactive participation with other participants, and hands-on corrections and demonstrations. 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 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 showcase may be based, in part, on merit, in-class participation, and artistic decisions. The schedule of the last week is adjusted to accommodate rehearsals.

Weekends:

The first week of JCSSI NY includes evaluation classes within the first 2-3 days of the Program. This may lead to an additional class day on the first Saturday of JCSSI NY.

Other than this, there will be no weekend classes.

Extracurricular Activities:

Free Injury prevention workshop
Private classes for an additional cost and subject to availability.

Female Dancers

Intermediate/ Advanced Levels*

Sample Schedule

Classes Consist of:

Classical Technique
Classical Repertoire
Contemporary Repertoire
Cranko Repertoire
Pointe
Partnering

Male Dancers

Intermediate / Advanced Levels*

Sample Schedule

Classes Consist of:

Classical Technique
Classical Repertoire
Contemporary Repertoire
Cranko Repertoire
Variations
Partnering

Enrollment & Fees

Learn more about Tuition and Housing, Enrollment and Payment Deadlines, and the enrollment process.

2027 Tuition Fees

Program

Session Length

Tuition Fee

Registration Fee

John Cranko School SI (JCSSI)

3 Weeks

(July 18-Aug. 6)

$2,880

$150

International Contemporary Masters (ICM)

2 Weeks

(July 5 - July 16)

$1,850

$150

JCSSI & ICM

5 Weeks

(July 5 - Aug. 6)

$4,690

$150

Summer '27 housing costs will be shared by early December. Summer '26 costs can be found below for reference. Please note that reasonable cost increases may apply.

2026 Housing Fees

Two housing options are available - MMC & YU. All will be directed to register for MMC Housing but can note their 1st choice preference. While we can't guarantee one's 1st choice, we will do our best to consider such requests. 5 Week Participants will have priority for the housing option of their choice. If one's housing will be adjusted from MMC to YU, ASE will refund the difference in cost prior to program start.) Housing option may be modified at Program's discretion. YU Housing allows for Parent + Dancer/s residence option via special request. If you would like to reside with your dancer in housing, please contact the program director for more information.

Program

Session Length

MMC Housing Fee

YU Housing Fee

Registration Fee

Additional Fees

John Cranko School SI (JCSSI)

3 Weeks

(July 20-Aug. 9)

$2,085

$1,600

$150

Chaperone Fee $150 (Mandatory for Chaperoned Dancers)

International Contemporary Masters (ICM)

2 Weeks

(July 6 - July 18)

$1,495

$1,200

$150

Chaperone Fee $100 (Mandatory for Chaperoned Dancers)

JCSSI & ICM

5 Weeks

(July 6 - Aug. 8)

$3,390

$2,700

$150

Chaperone Fee $250 (Mandatory for Chaperoned Dancers)

IMPORTANT IF ELECTING TO RESIDE IN PROGRAM HOUSING:

Please be guided by your dancer's age as of July 18, 2027.
15-16 year-old dancers must be enrolled in the Chaperoned Housing option.
17-year-old dancers may opt out of Chaperoned Housing.
Dancers 18 years and older are not chaperoned.

2027 Housing

50% of Housing

Remainder of Housing

Friday, 2/5/27

Friday, 4/2/27

50% of Tuition

Remainder of Tuition

Within 2 weeks of Acceptance

Friday, 4/2/27

2027 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

Payment Reminders

By check, ACH, or wire transfer only. Credit cards accepted ONLY for the initial audition and/or registration fee of $150.
Carefully review your invoice for important payment information.
Enrollment is subject to space availability and is not complete until accepted by ASE, along with a signed copy of the Registration Contract, and payment of the fees specified in the acceptance offer.

Refund Policy

Subject to the Cancellation Period specified in this Contract, ASE has a no-refund policy on payments received. No refunds or credits are issued for voluntary withdrawal or dismissal from the Program. As a sole exception, a Participant in Good Standing* who requests a withdrawal at least 90 days prior to Program start date, due to a new, non-pre-existing medical condition, resulting in Participant’s inability to train, may be evaluated on a case-by-case basis for a program credit. All decisions regarding a Withdrawal in Good Standing, credit eligibility, and the final credit amount are made at the sole discretion of the Program. Audition and Registration Fees are strictly excluded from credit consideration. To be considered, it is Your responsibility in September following Program's completion, to submit relevant medical documentation and a physician’s attestation verifying the condition is not pre-existing. All requests will be reviewed within 3 weeks from September submission. (*Participant is eligible for a Withdrawal in Good Standing only if they are in compliance with all applicable Rules, inclusive of, but not limited to payments and form submissions.)

The Participant and I acknowledge that consent to this refund policy constitutes a material inducement for ASE to allow participation in the Program.

Given ASE’s no-refund policy please consider insurance as an option to protect your enrollment costs. Basic information on insurance options is provided below. You are encouraged to consider other options as well.

Options for U.S. Families:

Activity Insurance, SquareMouth

Options for International Families:
UHC Safe Trip, IMG Global, Seven Corners

NOTE: 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.

Insurance Suggestions

Frequently asked questions

John Cranko School SI NY & CT

Auditions

Scholarships

Dancers are placed in levels appropriate for their age while taking their current training level into consideration. The audition process and/or past enrollment in a JCSSI program serve only as a limited indicator for dancer's group placement. All dancers are evaluated during the first few days of the program and placement may be adjusted at the exclusive discretion of the program. Note that this may lead to an additional class day on the first Saturday of JCSSI. All other weeks will have classes only on Monday - Friday.

Registered dancers will receive a Program Manual closer to summer time and will be able to request roommate preferences. The Program makes its best effort to meet such requests, but cannot make any guarantees. To foster community building, roommates are typically placed by their groups. In a rare case, if a group placement will be required room adjustment may need to be made. In CT some of the rooms are singles and are typically reserved for staff and/or older dancers.

AUDITIONS

ADMISSION IS BY AUDITION ONLY — LEARN MORE!

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John Cranko School Summer Intensive

New York | Ages 15-22

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Three Weeks

July 18 - August 6, 2027
Culminates in a Final Showcase

Supervision

Studios

Housing

Auditions

In Person, Virtual, and Video

Curriculum

Enrollment & Fees

2027 Tuition Fees

2026 Housing Fees

Enrollment & Payment Deadlines

Payment Reminders

Refund Policy

Insurance Suggestions

Frequently asked questions

I am an advanced dancer, but am younger than 15 years old. Can I be considered for the resident program in New York City?

Can I commute to the NY or the CT program or do I have to live in the residences?

How are placement levels determined for the accepted dancers?

How many dancers are in a class?

Is there an option for private instruction during the Summer Intensive?

Are there scholarships available for dancers who have been accepted into the Summer Intensive?

Will I be able to select roommates in New York and Connecticut?

Are there medical and other program forms required for enrollment?

ADMISSION IS BY AUDITION ONLY — LEARN MORE!

John Cranko School Summer Intensive

New York | Ages 15-22

Learn More

Three Weeks

July 18 - August 6, 2027 Culminates in a Final Showcase

Supervision

Studios

Housing

I am an advanced dancer, but am younger than 15 years old. Can I be considered for the resident program in New York City?

Can I commute to the NY or the CT program or do I have to live in the residences?

How are placement levels determined for the accepted dancers?

How many dancers are in a class?

Is there an option for private instruction during the Summer Intensive?

Are there scholarships available for dancers who have been accepted into the Summer Intensive?

Will I be able to select roommates in New York and Connecticut?

Are there medical and other program forms required for enrollment?

ADMISSION IS BY AUDITION ONLY — LEARN MORE!

July 18 - August 6, 2027
Culminates in a Final Showcase