Ballet Intensive

  • Ballet technique is the foundation every dancer needs to excel

  • Work on classical ballet technique, barre and center work, turns, jumps, balance and coordination, strength, control and alignment

  • Expert instruction, individualized corrections, and a well-rounded approach to ballet training—all in a welcoming and supportive environment

  • GUS® highly recommends taking Leaps & Turns Intensive after Ballet Intensive July 13-15 from 11:30am to 1:00pm

  • GUS® has an incredible history of training dancers for every dance genre! Broadway, Rockettes, movies, television, dance companies, cruise ships, master teachers & college professors

Ballet Intensive
July 13 - 15, 2027

Ballet dancer performing a pose on pointe with one leg lifted and arms extended, wearing a black leotard, pink tights, and pointe shoes, against a plain white background.

ENROLLMENT OPENS WINTER 2026
᠅ Advanced, Intermediate, Beginning Levels
᠅ Age 8 to 29
᠅ Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
᠅ 9:30am to 11:00am
᠅ Enroll Early - Ballet Intensive Will Fill Quickly

“My daughter learned so much taking Ballet and Leaps & Turns Intensives. She loved the variety of master teachers. Each teacher wanted her to learn and improve.”
— Parent of Dancer Age 18
“Ballet Intensive was incredibly professional in a constructive and encouraging environment.”
— Parent of Dancer Age 14
A ballet dancer in a maroon top and black skirt practicing a ballet pose.

Ballet Intensive
July 13 - 15, 2027

  • Cost of program announced when enrollment opens Winter 2026.

  • Required attire emailed one month before intensive.

  • GUS® | 5230 N Clark Street | Chicago
    GUS® is located in Andersonville, a lovely neighborhood, 20 minutes from downtown Chicago, 10 minutes from Wrigley Field, and six blocks away from stunning Lake Michigan.

    Places to Eat
    Starbucks, Sweetgreen, Jimmy Johns, Jeni’s Ice Cream, Taco Bell, Kilwin’s Fudge, Potbelly’s, Lost Larson Bakery, Colectivo Coffee, Mormor’s Cafe, Ranalli’s Pizza, Lady Gregory’s, Pizza Lobo, Big Jones 

    Nearby Shops
    Buffalo Exchange, Dearborn Denim, Paper & Pencil, Ray Gun, Galleria, Chicatolia, Enjoy, Andersonville Antiques & many more

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