📢 REGISTRATION CLOSING SOON!

As of May 19, we have only 8 spots remaining for this year’s Summer Dance Intensive!


⏳ Late Fee Deadline Extended!
We are extending the late fee deadline to Saturday, May 24, 2025.
Register and pay your remaining balance by then to avoid additional charges.


📅 Late fees apply May 25–31.
✅ Registration will close May 31, 2025 or when all spaces are filled—whichever comes first.


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PARADOSI BALLET COMPANY 2025 SUMMER DANCE INTENSIVE

June 22 through June 28, 2025

Open to dancers ages 11 - 21


Spots typically fill quickly! - Register early to secure your place!

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Join dancers from across the U.S. and around the world for a powerful week of dance, growth, and community at Paradosi Ballet's Summer Dance Intensive!


Whether you're attending your first intensive or you're a seasoned dancer looking to deepen your training, this experience is designed to challenge and inspire you! Not only artistically and technically, but also in your walk with Christ. 


With a cap of just 48-students, our intensive offers a focused and encouraging environment where each dancer receives personalized instruction and mentorship throughout the week. 


Have questions? We would love to connect with you!


booking@paradosiballetcompany.com

(253)474-4881


REGISTER

    For
       2025


CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW


PLEASE READ BEFORE REGISTERING

Before you begin your registration, please note the following:

  • Have a headshot and a first arabesque photo ready to upload.
  • Open to dancers ages 11 to 21 with at least 3-years of ballet training. Dancers ages 15 and older should be training at an intermediate or advanced level. 
  • Applicants under 18 must complete the application with a parent or legal guardian. 
  • Housing is only available for female dancers under the age of 18. All other dancers will need to secure their own housing.

Click on the following link to download a copy of our Activity Release Form.  Your registration will not be complete until we have an updated release form on file.


Activity Release Form

Christian Summer Dance Intensive - Tacoma Washington Paradosi Ballet Company
Christian Summer Dance Intensive Paradosi Christian Ballet

Summer Dance Intensive 

TUITION  &  HOUSING OPTIONS


Tuition Only: $575

Includes lunch, dinner, & materials  (Ages 11 - 21)


Tuition + Housing: $1,050

Includes housing,  breakfast, lunch, dinner & materials • (Housing available only for Female Dancers under the age of 18)

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Registration Fee • $45 

If paid before May 20, 2025

  • Please use the online registration form.  
  • You may pay in full now or set up a payment plan with a $200 deposit plus the registration fee. Payment plans must be initiated before May 1, 2025, and will not be offered after that date
  • For payment plans, final payment is due no later than May 2025

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Late Registration Fee • $100

May 21 through May 31, 2025

  • All fees must be pain in full at the time of registration.


*Housing will be in college dorms or, if minimum occupancy is not met, in hotels or rented houses. Students will be chaperoned by ministry members of Paradosi only, (no outside volunteers). Due to insurance policies for overnight housing and third-party rental agreements; housing is only available to female dancers under age 18.  


** Note: Late registration fees will be applied to any accounts not paid in full by May 20, 2025.  If you are unable to pay the requested registration amount and need of financial assistance, please complete a financial aid application.  

DAILY SCHEDULE

A typical day at a Paradosi SDI


9:00 - 10:00am • Chapel / Worship

10:20 - 12:30pm • Ballet Technique Class

12:30 - 1:00pm • Lunch

1:00 - 1:35pm • Choreography

1:35 - 2:15pm • Class 1

2:30 - 3:45pm • Class 2

4:00 - 5:15pm • Class 3

5:30 - 6:30pm • Dinner

6:30 - 8:00pm • Small Group Bible Study & or Creative Worship


Please Note: The schedule and class times may vary slightly from day-to-day. Afternoon classes will differ based on level placement and may include pointe, pre-pointe, contemporary, jazz, kinesiology, nutrition, Progressing Ballet Technique, and more.



Our Focus is on Jesus


Paradosi is first and foremost a Christian ministry. One of our Core Values is to focus on "Ministry First, Dance Second". This value is woven into every part of our Summer Dance Intensive, especially in how we interact with each student.  


While we challenge each dancer to grow in their technique and artistry, our greater hope is that their hearts are opened to Jesus and discovering how they can use their gifts in dance as a form of worship.  Our prayer is that each student leaves with a deeper understanding of God's love and a renewed relationship with Jesus. 


Each day begins with chapel, where students gather for a time of worship, prayer, and a message or testimony from a member of Paradosi or one of our amazing guest speakers. 


In the evenings, students participate in small group Bible studies with 5 to 10 peers.  These groups provide a safe space to ask questions, grow in faith, and build friendships. Often students develop sweet and lasting friendships in these groups that continue beyond the intensive.   


As an interdenominational Christian ministry, our dancers come from different theological backgrounds but set aside their theological differences to share the gospel of Jesus and His unwavering love. 


All of our dancers have been trained in prayer ministry and evangelism and have a deep desire for making Christ known. Each member of the ministry is ready and available to pray with and support students throughout the week.


To learn more about our beliefs and our Gospel-centered mission, please visit the following link: 

Statements of Faith / Interdenominational / Gospel Focus

Additional Information

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  • May I observe my student's classes?

    • To provide a safe, focused, and comfortable environment for all participants, the studio is CLOSED to guests during the intensive. This includes parents, family members, teachers, and studio owners.
    • Exception: Guests may attend the Student Showcase on the final day of the intensive.
    • If you need to speak with or see your student during the day, please contact a staff member, and they will bring your student to you. For everyone's safety and comfort, please do not enter or wander the studio without staff assistance.

    What level of ballet experience is required to attend Paradosi's Summer Dance Intensive (SDI)?
    • Paradosi's summer dance intensive is not for beginners. Dancers must have a solid foundation in ballet technique. 
    • SDI is open to dancers ages 11 to 21 with at least 3-years of ballet training. 
    • Dancers ages 15 and older should be at an Intermediate or Advanced level of training.

    How much pointe work will I be dancing during the intensive? 
    • The amount of pointe work varies by level. Not all levels will include pointe.
    • All ballet technique classes will be danced in flat shoes

    Who teaches the classes during SDI?
    • Classes are taught by Paradosi's Artistic Director, Teaching Faculty, and current or former company dancers of Paradosi. 


    Why is the Student Showcase limited to 2 guests per dancer?

    • Our studio can accommodate up to 98 guests.  With a maximum of 48-students, this allows for 2 guests per student. 
    • To ensure fairness and avoid overcrowding, we cannot allow additional guests even if space appears available. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in helping us not to exceed capacity.


    I have special dietary needs / allergies.  Will meals be provided for me?

    • Meals are prepared in commercial kitchens by certified food workers under the supervision of a food safety manager. 
    • We make a Standard Meal and an Allergy Friendly version of each meal to accommodate a wide variety of needs. 
    • Meals are balanced with protein, carbohydrates, and fruits and vegetables to provide for dancers needs.  
    • We strive to accommodate dietary and allergy needs and minimize cross-contamination as much as possible; however, since the kitchens we use are also used by other businesses, meals cannot be guaranteed to be 100% allergen-free. 
    • If you have dietary concerns that you would like to discuss before registering, please contact us to discuss your situation. 
    • Dorm students will have breakfast in the University of Puget Sound cafeteria, which offers diverse options that meet most dietary requirements. 

    May I bring my own food?
    • Yes, shelf-stable meals and snacks are welcome. Keep in mind that refrigeration and cooking appliances are not available for student use. 
    • Students may not share their personal food
    • The studio is PEANUT FREE. Please do not bring food with peanuts. 
    • Dorm students are not permitted to bring cooking appliances or refrigerators. 


    How does airport ground transportation work?

    Transportation to and from SeaTac Airport (SEA) is available on the first and last day with one pick up time and one drop off time. If you will be using our shuttle option, please indicate so on your registration. 

    • SUNDAY PICKUP: Departs 1:30pm at Carousel 11 in Baggage Claim (Staff present at 1:00pm)
    • SATURDAY DROP OFF: Arrives at SeaTac by 3:30pm (Please allow up to 2-hours for check-in and security)
    • If these times do not work with your flights, please look into alternative transportation options to and from the studio.  Other options include taxi, Uber, Lyft, or a shuttle service such as Premier Airport Shuttle
    • Flight information must be submitted to Paradosi by June 5

    UNACCOMPANIED MINORS: 
    • We are not able to escort students past security. If your child is a minor, please verify unaccompanied minor policies with your airline before booking your flight. 
    • If you are having difficulty with finding a flight, please contact us to discuss your situation. 


    May we arrange our own housing?

    • Yes. Many families stay in hotels, VRBOs, or Airbnbs. 
    • Please keep in mind that you will also be responsible for your own transportation to and from your accommodations each day. Public transportation is not readily available near our studio so you will need a car, or use a taxi or ride-share service. 

    Do you have any Hotel Motel Recommendations or areas to look for vacation rentals?

    We cannot guarantee your experience, but families have reported positive stays at:  
    • Families have had less positive experiences with hotels on South Hosmer St and Tacoma Mall Blvd, in the city of Fife, and near Joint Base Lewis McChord (JBLM). 
    Vacation Rental Locations: Every city has good and bad areas.  When looking for a vacation rental in our region, in general the further you are from Interstate-5 and the closer you are to the water, the better the area will be.  We recommend looking in North Tacoma, Fircrest, Steilacoom, Ruston, and University Place for the better areas for your rental.  Anywhere around the University of Puget Sound should be a good location. 

    What is in the to do in the area while my student is in class?


    Where will students be housed? 


    Why are the dorms only for female dancers? 

    • Per our housing agreement and insurance requirements, we need a minimum of 12 male students and 3 vetted male chaperones on staff to offer housing to males.  Currently we do not have enough male staff to meet this need. 


    Why are the dorms only available to dancers under the age of 18?

    • Due to Insurance Requirements for overnight housing and our contract for use of the dorms, students age 18 and older cannot stay in the same building as minors. 
    • As we need to have a minimum of 12-students to secure a dorm building, and most of our SDI students being under the age of 18, we are not able to secure an additional dorm building during the intensive for adult students. 


    Can I request a roommate?


    • Yes, you may request one (1) roommate.  As rooms typically accommodate 2 to 3 dancers, we will do our best to honor requests.  Both students will need to request each other as a Roommate Request on the registration form. 


    Who drives the students to and from the dorms?

    • Our Executive Director, Jeff, drives students in our Mercedes Sprinter.  Jeff holds a commercial drivers license, has a clean record, and extensive experience driving the company on tour throughout the U.S. for over a decade. 


    Can I drive myself to and from the dorms? 

    • No. Minor students in our housing are in our full-time care. They are not permitted to drive themselves during the week. There are no "in and out privileges" for students staying in the dorms. 
    • Students who bring a car may drive it to the dorms Sunday night and back to the studio Saturday morning, but it must remain parked during the week at the dorms.  
    • If this requirement is an issue for your students, we encourage you to look into your own housing options for the intensive.


    May I bring personal appliances to the dorms?

    • No. Our university contract prohibits cooking appliances (microwaves, coffee makers, fridges, etc)
    • Breakfast is provided by the university in their cafeteria


    Who are the dorm chaperones?

    All chaperones, without exception, are members of Paradosi Christian Ballet. As the ministry frequently works with minors and vulnerable communities, each ministry member undergoes an extensive vetting process. 
    Before working with minors and vulnerable communities, each ministry member has completed: 
    • Background Checks
    • Reference Checks
    • Interviews
    • Sexual abuse awareness training certification
    Can adults over 21 attend the Summer Dance Intensive?
    • No. Our Summer Dance Intensive is designed for students ages 11 to 21. We welcome adult students to participate in our regularly scheduled Adult Ballet classes through our school, Surrendered School of Dance. Adult Ballet classes with our school run September through May each academic year and include both Beginning Ballet and Intermediate/Advanced Ballet levels. 
    Can I volunteer during the intensive?
    • We appreciate the offer but do not accept outside volunteers.  To maintain a safe and focused environment, only Paradosi's vetted staff, dancers, and board members are involved during the intensive. 

  • ALL STUDENTS


    FOR PLACEMENT CLASS*

    • Please wear the Dress Code for Technique Class:
    • Optional ballet skirt or shorts and a water bottle
    • Clothes or warmups and shoes to put on over your dance clothing after the placement class
    *Students staying in the dorms: please have these items in a separate bag from the rest of your luggage.  We will be transporting your luggage to the dorms while you are taking your placement class


    FOR THE WEEK


    Clothing:

    • Black leotards (Enough for the week)

    • Short black wrap skirt 

    • Tights (Enough for the week)

    • Ballet Technique Shoes

    • Black jazz or dance pants

    • Warm-up clothes

    • Dance sneakers or tennis shoes

    • Pointe Shoes (If applicable)

    • Black athletic shorts (Optional)

    • Jazz Shoes (Optional)

    Additional:

    • Bible

    • Journal/notebook and pen for Bible study and class notes

    • Water bottle

    • Long – Wide – Medium Strength Theraband

    • Pilates/yoga mat 

    • Spending money for t-shirts, sweatpants, hoodies, posters, stickers, etc. 

    • Optional extra snacks for your dance bag (peanut free)

    • A sewing kit for pointe shoes (If applicable)



    STUDENTS STAYING IN THE DORMS


    Please clearly label all bedding, bags, and luggage with your name

    • Some casual clothes for the evenings in the dorms: i.e. t-shirts, sweatshirts, pants, shorts, sweatpants, etc.

    • Toiletries for the week. (soap, shampoo, conditioner, etc.)  *A small plastic or silicone shower caddy or tote is recommended for holding items you need in the shower as not all of the showers have hooks for hanging items. Example on Amazon
    • Flip flops or sandals for showers
    • Twin bedding and or a sleeping bag*
    • Pillow (standard or travel pillow)
    • Bath towel and hand towel

    *If you are flying to the intensive and are having difficulties with meeting airline luggage weight limits, please let us know. We have a limited number of bedding sets available for students to use; a cleaning fee will apply. 


  • 2025 Summer Dance Intensive Drop Off and Pick Up Times: (Subject to Change)

    • Sunday: Drop Off: 2:30pm • Pick Up: 7:30pm
    • Monday: Drop Off: 8:45am • Pick Up: 7:45pm
    • Tuesday:  Drop Off: 8:45am • Pick Up: 7:45pm
    • Wednesday: Drop Off: 8:45am • Pick Up: 8:00pm
    • Thursday:  Drop Off: 8:45am • Pick Up: 8:15pm
    • Friday: Drop Off: 8:45am • Pick Up: 8:00pm
    • Saturday: Drop Off: 8:35am • Pick Up: 1:00pm

  • A typical day at a Paradosi SDI


    8:45am - Arrive at studio

    9:00 - 10:00am • Chapel / Worship

    10:20 - 12:30pm • Ballet Technique Class

    12:30 - 1:00pm • Lunch

    1:00 - 1:35pm • Choreography

    1:35 - 2:15pm • Class 1

    2:30 - 3:45pm • Class 2

    4:00 - 5:15pm • Class 3

    5:30 - 6:30pm • Dinner

    6:30 - 8:00pm • Small Group Bible Study & or Creative Worship


    *Please note that the schedule and times may vary slightly from day to day.  The afternoon classes will vary depending on level placement and may include: pointe, pre-pointe, contemporary, jazz, kinesiology, nutrition, Progressing Ballet Technique, etc. 

  • Please make sure to send us a copy of your activity waiver for this years intensive for each student in your household.  


    Click to Download • ACTIVITY RELEASE FORM.pdf


    Waivers may be attached to your registration, emailed to us at: booking@paradosiballetcompany.com or mailed to our studio at: 

    Paradosi Ballet - SDI

    4020 S 56th Street, Suite 105

    Tacoma, WA 98409

  • Typical Menu

    Lunch and Dinner are served to all students during SDI. Students staying in the dorms will also have breakfast provided by the university in their cafeteria.  The lunch and dinner menu typically contain one of the following meals: 


    Lunch A

    • Spring mix garden salad

    • Greek yogurt

    • Fruit

    • String Cheese

    Lunch B

    • Spring mix garden salad

    • Wrap such as: Turkey and cheese with veggies

    • Fruit

    • Chips

    Dinner A

    • Spring mix garden salad

    • Baked potato with chili and cheese

    • Cornbread

    Dinner B

    • Tacos or Taco Salad: spring mix garden greens, assorted vegetables, black beans, ground beef, cheese, guacamole, sour cream, cheese, pico de gallo, tortilla chips

    Dinner C

    • Spring mix garden salad

    • Penne pasta with meatballs

    • Green beans

    • Garlic bread

    Dinner D

    • Spring mix garden salad

    • Hamburgers

    • Chips or potato salad 

    • Watermelon

    Dinner E

    • Spring mix garden salad

    • Teriyaki Chicken

    • Rice

    • Steamed or stir-fried vegetables

    Dinner F

    • Spring mix garden salad

    • Pizza

    • Chips and salsa

    • Watermelon


    We include a mixed garden salad at lunch and dinner Monday through Friday. Vegetarian and food restriction options available upon request when registering.  If your student requires additional food beyond the planned meals, we encourage you to send them with additional peanut free snacks to consumed between classes: i.e. protein bars, granola bars, fruit, etc. Please keep in mind that refrigeration is not available for students during the day. 

  • International Students are welcome to attend Paradosi's Summer Dance Intensive; however, there are additional requirements that must be met in order for you to attend.  


    Please note that there may be additional requirements from your country or the U.S. than what are listed below.  We encourage you to do your research before registering to attend Paradosi's Summer Dance Intensive:

    • PASSPORT & U.S. ENTRY VISA: Students from outside of the U.S.A. are welcome to attend our summer dance intensive but travel requirements for visiting the United States must be met including possessing a valid Passport from your country and a U.S. entry visa if required.  Most students from outside of the US attend while on vacation when they are visiting the U.S. as a Tourist on a Tourist Visa.  Please visit the U.S. Department of State website or embassy for more information on traveling to the U.S.:   https://travel.state.gov  
    • MINORS Additional travel requirements may be in place for minors, individuals under the age of 18, if they are traveling alone.
    • MEDICAL INSURANCE Students must provide proof of Medical Insurance that will be accepted in the United States.  If you do not have medical insurance that is accepted in the U.S., you may be eligible to purchase short-term travel medical insurance for your visit to the U.S.  Please do a search for travel medical insurance and make sure that the policy you select covers sport activities.
    If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to us. 


  • We do not want financial resources to be a hinderance to a student being able to attend our intensive.  With this in mind, we offer financial aid geared towards low-income families in the United States and as such we base our financial assistance upon income levels as set forth in the USDA's Income Eligibility Guidelines for Free and Reduced School Meals.  We do not require proof of eligibility, only a self-declaration that your household qualifies for free, or reduced school meals, or cannot afford the requested tuition.  To see if your household qualifies for free or reduced school meals, please to to the following link and select the current school year to review income levels: https://www.fns.usda.gov/cn/income-eligibility-guidelines


    PLEASE NOTE:  Financial aid will only be applied to the applicants Summer Dance Intensive tuition and will not apply towards any housing expenses, airfare, train, or other travel related expenses, or any other expenses associated with attending the Summer Dance Intensive, or be awarded in the form of cash.  The "Tuition" portion covers classes, lunch, and dinner.  Out of town students receiving financial aid are welcome to secure their own housing during the intensive. 




    2025 SDI Financial Assistance Application

    Financial Aid Applications will close on May 20, 2025

    Step 1 • Apply

    If you are in need of financial assistance, please apply through the link above.  Your financial assistance application will become your registration.   Requests for financial assistance must be received no later than May 20, 2024 but we encourage you to apply early as space may fill up before this date.  Applications must be filled out with the assistance of the parent or legal guardian of the student named in the application.  Applications submitted without parental consent will not be processed. 


    Step 2 • Review

    Please allow us up to 6-weeks for us to review your application. 


    Step 3 • Financial Aid Award

    You will be notified via email of any financial aid that you are being awarded.  Petitioners for financial assistance will be given 7-days to accept or decline the offer. 

  • Please check your Spam / Junk Mail Folder.  Upon registration you will be sent an automated confirmation email for your registration.  Please add: booking@paradosiballetcompany.com and booking@paradosiballet.org to your address book to ensure that our emails do not go to spam. 


    If you have not received your welcome packet by June 1, please email us at: booking@paradosiballetcompany.com and we will resend the student handbook / welcome packet to you. 















































We are excited that you are considering joining us for this years summer dance intensive.  Paradosi's is considered one of the best Christian ballet companies in the U.S.  Our heart is that every dancer who joins us for our christian summer dance intensive will grow to have a better understanding of the love of Jesus.  

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Paradosi Ballet Company's summer dance intensive serves as an outreach event and fundraiser for the organization.  All funds received will be used to support the mission of the organization. As a nonprofit ministry, we do not want resources to be the reason a student cannot attend.  If you or your family are in need of assistance to attend, please fill out a financial aid application.