Limited spots Available
SweetBird Summer Intensive 2023
August 5-11, 2023
This summer, SweetBird Productions is proud to host SBSI23!
SweetBird Summer Intensive is a 7-day DANCE Intensive that focuses on building technique, shaping & strengthening movement, cultivating artistry, creating bold choreography & so much more.
SBSI23 also offers major scholarship opportunities, with over $10,000 awarded at SBSI22.
Training will include ballet, hip hop, afro-caribbean, contemporary, broadway, jazz, improv and more. SBSI23 will have specialty classes and opportunities available throughout the week (premiering new works, auditions, special guests, physical therapy, nutrition, conditioning, talkbacks with professionals, photo shoot, etc.)
This 7-day dance intensive will culminate with an onstage performance featuring repertoire from industry professionals including SBP founder and choreographer, Adrienne Canterna-Martínez.
All dancers ages 7-18 are welcome!
Classes Offered
BALLET
HIP HOP
AFRO-CARIBBEAN
CONTEMPORARY
BROADWAY
JAZZ
Specialty Classes
CHOREOGRAPHY & COMPOSITION
HOW TO WORK IN NYC
SELF-TAPE CLASS
PHYSICAL THERAPY
CONDITIONING for DANCERS
NUTRITION
TALK BACKS w/ INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS
AND MORE!
SBSI23 students will also get merchandise from worldwide brand CAPEZIO, a CAST PARTY and a PROFESSIONAL PHOTO SHOOT including one free photo.
Sleep Away Option With Full Meal Plan
We are so excited to offer our SBSI students the option to stay on campus, at UMBC, for this year’s SweetBird Summer Intensive! At SBSI23, we welcome our students to a safe environment away from home. Below you will find our information on housing, and as always, please reach out to us with any questions or concerns. We are planning a full week of dance plus many specialty classes. We hope your dancer is as excited as we are!
Housing Details
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, MD 21250
Housing is available for students 12 and older. Students will have access to on campus amenities, as well as indoor and outdoor common areas. Your SBSI23 tuition includes a daily meal plan, which will cover breakfast, lunch and dinner on campus. Our live-in Housing staff are available to students and parents 24-hours a day, and they will assist the dancers with support and guidance at the dorm and studio. SBSI staff members will provide an escort to/from the dorms to the dance studios. Students will be accompanied by a SBSI staff member at all times. The resident group will meet and walk together to/from the studio.
FAQ
We are so excited to offer our SBSI students the option to stay on campus, at UMBC, for this year’s SweetBird Summer Intensive! At SBSI23, we welcome our students to a safe environment away from home. Below you will find our information on housing, and as always, please reach out to us with any questions or concerns. We are planning a full week of dance plus many specialty classes. We hope your dancer is as excited as we are!
CHECK IN
Housing check-in will be on Friday, August 4. Students are only allowed to check in during the scheduled time. Late or early arrival will not be permitted.
CHECK OUT
Students must check out of the dorm before they leave for rehearsal for our Friday performance. All belongings must be picked up on Friday. Housing students are required to schedule a check out time and will be required to move out during that time.
ROOMS
All students will be assigned to a double bedroom. MEALS Students will be provided breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. There will be an array of options, including vegetarian, dairy free, nut-free and gluten free choices.
PACKING LIST
Bedding: Twin sheets, pillow, comforter, etc.
Bathroom Toiletries
Cleaning supplies: disinfectant/sanitizing products, wipes, paper towels, trash bags, etc.
Storage: hangers, storage containers, laundry bags, etc.
Cell Phone (required): All housing students are required to have a phone with a United States phone number. International students may choose to purchase a “pay as you go” package or turn on their roaming feature.
Pricing
Early Bird Pricing (until March 31, 2023), Sibling Rates, and Group Rates:
Minis 7-9
Intensive only $499
Juniors 10-12
Intensive only $799
With sleep away $1,499
Seniors 13-18
Intensive only $799
With sleep away $1,499
Sibling Rates, and Group Rates:
Minis 7-9
Intensive only $400
Juniors 10-12
Intensive only $700
With sleep away $1,400
Seniors 13-18
Intensive only $700
With sleep away $1,400
Full Price (April 1 - July 28, 2023):
Minis 7-9
Intensive only $699
Juniors 10-12
Intensive only $999
With sleep away $1,599
Seniors 13-18
Intensive only $999
With sleep away $1,599
Payment Plans Available!
Early Bird/Sibling/Group Pricing Payment Plan
First payment due with registration
2nd payment due April 15
3rd payment due May 15
4th payment due July 15
Minis - Four payments of $124.75
Juniors - Four payments of $199.75, with sleep away $374.75
Seniors - Four payments of $199.75, with sleep away $374.75
Full Price Payment Plan
First payment due with registration
2nd payment due April 15
3rd payment due May 15
4th payment due July 15
Minis - Four payments of $174.75
Juniors - Four payments of $249.75, with sleep away $399.75
Seniors - Four payments of $249.75, with sleep away $399.75
How to Register
Step 1
Fill out the registration form at the link below.
Step 2
Send the appropriate payment via Venmo to the SweetBird official account @SweetBirdProductions. Make sure to include your student’s name and your email in the message section of your payment. Once the payment is made, you will receive a confirmation email reserving your student’s spot!
To set up a payment plan:
Please email Sweetbirdproductions@gmail.com for personalized payment plan.