NYC TAP SUMMER INTENSIVE

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Who can I talk to more about Intensive?

Customer Support

support@joffreyschool.com

888.438.3808

Business Hours 9:00 am - 5:00 pm EST (Mon-Fri)

Joffrey Ballet School NYC Admin

joffreynycadmin@joffreyballetschool.com

Business Hours 9:00 am - 5:00 pm EST (Mon-Fri)

*The Administrative Assistants will not be available until the first day of the intensive.

VISIT THE NYC TAP SUMMER INTENSIVE WEBSITE PAGE

What are the dates for the intensive?

Week 1: Monday, July 28, 2025 - Friday, August 1, 2025

Week 2: Monday, August 4, 2025 - Friday, August 8, 2025

Classes are offered Monday - Friday.

Will there be a program orientation?

There will be a virtual orientation for students and parents as well as an in person orientation on the first day of classes.

When will I receive my group assignment and schedule?

Schedules and group assignments will be posted on the website and emailed no later than July 21, 2025.

Is there a dress code and packing list for classes?

Joffrey Ballet School is committed to providing an inclusive environment for all students. Gender nonconforming students, students with religious and cultural considerations and any student needing additional support is welcome to contact us to discuss the dress code. Please contact our Customer Support department with any dress code questions and/or concerns.

Dress Code for dancers for the Tap Intensive:

• Black jazz pants/leggings or dance shorts, black or white form fitting top (no midriffs).
• Your favorite tap shoes.
• Dancers with hair longer than their collar must secure their hair in a ponytail.
• Open Studio: Clean class clothing.

Supplies required for all dancers:

• A water bottle.
• Screwdriver for tap shoe repair.

Will there be a performance?

The Joffrey Ballet School invites all families and guests to join us in celebrating the hard work and dedication of our students as they showcase their growth in an informal studio showing each week.

Week 1

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 3:15 PM

Pearl Studios - 500 8th Ave New York, NY 10018

Week 2

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 3:15 PM

Pearl Studios - 500 8th Ave New York, NY 10018

This event is not ticketed. Guests may arrive as early as 3:00 PM.

Where are the studios located?

Pearl Studios 500 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018

HOUSING STUDENTS

• Dancers staying in Joffrey housing have access to staff to guide them to/from classes each day from our housing locations.
• Students will travel using the subway/public transportation.

COMMUTER STUDENTS:

• We recommend Midtown if you are looking for alternate lodging as all studios are easily accessible from that area.
• Commuter students are unfortunately not able to join the chaperoned groups to/and from the dorms.

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• If a dancer is assigned to Pearl Studios, you will need access to the A, C, or E (Blue) subway lines. Nearest stop: 34 St/Penn Station.

What does a daily schedule look like?

Start Time: 9:30 am - 10:00 am

Ending Time: 4:30 pm

Classes are held Monday - Friday only.

Schedules and group assignments will be posted on the website and emailed no later than Monday July 21, 2025.

Are guardians allowed to watch class?

No parents, guardians or visitors are allowed to be in the building during intensive hours. All students 13 and younger must be dropped off and picked up from the 3rd Floor lobby. Dancers will not be released without an adult present. Dancers 14 and up must be dropped off outside, in front of the building entrance.

Do I need a physical to attend a summer intensive?

A completed physical or physician’s note from within the last 12 months is required and should be completed before a dancer begins their selected intensive. If you have a completed physical examination for your dancer from within the last calendar year, you can substitute it in place of the Doctor’s note. The letter must state that the dancer is healthy and physically able to participate in the summer program. This form will be submitted at the student’s program orientation. A complete physical is not necessary. Sample Doctor’s Note

Are students allowed to leave the studio in between classes?

• Students 13 and younger are not allowed to leave a Joffrey Ballet School building without a staff member.
• Students 14 and older are allowed to leave the building during lunch breaks, but must travel with other students who are also 14 and older.
• Students 13 and younger will not be allowed to leave the building with students 14 and older.
• Parents are welcome to drop off meals for their students at the studio.

There will be no chaperoned trips during lunch breaks to/from the studios. Students must pack a lunch and snacks to eat between meals.

NYC STUDIO LUNCH PLAN (Lunch only)

Joffrey Ballet School offers an optional studio lunch plan for housing and commuter students. We are very excited to announce Butter Beans Kitchen as the new vendor for the optional lunch plan in New York City. Lunch will be delivered to the studios Monday - Friday. Please note that housing students who signed up for the housing meal plan at the dorm will only receive breakfast and dinner. Students must sign up for the studio lunch plan at least 2 weeks before their arrival.

Due to severe food allergies, dancers are not permitted to pack anything with nuts in their lunch.

The sample menu below displays examples of food items that you can expect to be served for the studio lunch plan. Students are able to note dietary restrictions when registering for the summer and meals will be adjusted accordingly. We do not recommend the studio lunch plan for students who have severe dietary restrictions or very specific food preferences. If the vendor is not able to accommodate a specific request in advance of you joining the program, Joffrey will let you know and you will have the option to cancel your studio lunch plan and receive a refund. This does not include students who update their preferences after they have arrived. Students will not be able to cancel the studio lunch plan after they have arrived and started the program.

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Does Joffrey offer housing and a housing meal plan for this intensive?

CLICK HERE for the housing FAQ which includes the location of the dorms, the meal plan, check-in times, roommate policies, advice on what to bring and much more.

Joffrey Ballet School offers housing and an optional meal plan for all NYC intensives. Please note that housing students who signed up for the housing meal plan at the dorm will only receive brunch and dinner. If students would like to request lunch, they need to sign up for the studio lunch plan as well.

Where can I find lodging recommendations?

If you are looking for alternate lodging, we recommend searching for hotels in the Midtown area in Manhattan, extending from 34th Street to 59th Street and from 3rd Avenue to 8th Avenue. Additionally we recommend finding housing close to a subway station, especially the B, D, F, or M (Orange) subway lines. The Midtown area is a great location to have easy access to all three studio locations, the theater and NYC activities.

Midtown Manhattan is home to iconic attractions like Times Square, Broadway and the Museum of Modern Art, and architectural landmarks including the Chrysler Building, Grand Central Terminal, the Flatiron Building, and the Empire State Building.

Due to the competitive nature of hotels in NYC, Joffrey is not able to recommend specific hotels. Students and parents are welcome to reach out to Customer Support to confirm if a hotel is in the Midtown area and close to a subway station.

Does Joffrey offer extra activities in NYC?

Joffrey offers three types of activities during the summer intensives in New York City:

• Ticketed Extra Activities for students and guests
• Free Dorm Extra Activities for students staying at the residence halls
• Musical Theater Intensive Activities for students attending the Musical Theater intensive

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Who will be supervising my dancer at the studio?

The Administrative team consists of Summer Coordinators, Managers and a group of Administrative Assistants who work with the Director of Operations and Artistic Directors at the studios. The team facilitates daily operations and handles crises or emergencies should they arise.

All of our summer interns take part in a robust selection process that includes a formal application, one-on-one interviews, group evaluations and background checks. Most of our interns are currently attending university or have graduated. All candidates must have a dance background or share an appreciation for performing arts.