2026 SUMMER PROGRAMS
LABS | LABT
Los Alamitos Ballet School (LABS) and Los Alamitos Ballet Theatre (LABT) proudly present a comprehensive summer of training and performance opportunities for dancers of all ages and stages—from young dancers discovering ballet to pre-professional artists refining their craft.
Each program is thoughtfully designed to cultivate strong technique, artistry, discipline, and a lifelong appreciation for the art of dance.
LABS Dance Camp
Ages 5–7
No Audition Required
A joyful and imaginative introduction to ballet and movement, perfect for young dancers beginning their formal training in a nurturing and structured environment.
Program Details
Session A: June 15 – June 19, 2026
Session B: June 22 – June 26, 2026
Monday–Friday
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Tuition
$350 per session
Young Dancer Intensive
Ages 8–11
No Audition Required
The Young Dancer Intensive offers focused, pre-professional training for dancers ready to strengthen their technical foundation while exploring a range of classical and contemporary styles.
Program Details
Session A: June 15 – June 19, 2026
Session B: June 22 – June 26, 2026
11:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Training Includes
Ballet technique
Pre-pointe / pointe (as appropriate)
Contemporary
Classical variations
Jazz
Tuition
$750 per week
LABS Summer Conservatory
Ages 11–25
Audition Required
June 29 – August 1, 2026
The LABS Summer Conservatory is an intensive, conservatory-style training program for intermediate and advanced dancers committed to serious technical and artistic development.
Conservatory Schedule
Four classes daily, Monday–Saturday
9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Training Includes
Daily classical ballet
Pre-pointe, pointe, and variations
Pas de deux
Modern and contemporary
Musical theatre and jazz
Dance conditioning, strength training, and yoga
Rehearsals and professional development seminars
The program culminates in a fully staged performance in the PDA Blackbox Theater.
LABT Summer Stage Project
Upper-Level Dancers (Ages 14+)
Audition Required
July 13 – August 1, 2026
The LABT Summer Stage Project is an elite, performance-driven experience for dancers ready to work at a professional pace and artistic standard.
Stage Project Schedule
Rehearsals six days per week
Monday–Saturday | 4:00–6:00 PM
Dancers will:
Work closely with professional choreographers
Rehearse with company-level expectations
Premiere original works with Los Alamitos Ballet Theatre
Participation is exclusive to upper-level dancers enrolled in the five-week conservatory session or the final three-week session.
Session Options & Tuition (Summer Conservatory)
Five-Week Session
June 29 – August 1, 2026
Tuition: $3,250
Registration Fee: $50
Summer Stage Project: $450 additional
Three-Week Sessions
Session One: June 29 – July 18, 2026
Final Session: July 13 – August 1, 2026
Tuition: $2,100
Registration Fee: $50
Summer Stage Project: $450 additional
Two-Week Sessions
Session One: June 29 – July 11, 2026
Session Two: July 13 – July 25, 2026
Tuition: $1,500
Registration Fee: $50
Payment Information
Payment plans are available for all summer programs.
A Summer of Growth, Discipline, and Artistry
Whether your dancer is just beginning their journey or preparing for the professional stage, our Summer 2026 programs offer training rooted in excellence, care, and artistic integrity.
Questions?
📞 562-594-4791
📧 labs@pdalosalamitos.com
Los Alamitos Ballet School & Los Alamitos Ballet Theatre
Training artists for the professional stage.