There will be two virtual program orientations for each intensive. The first orientation will be a video that students will receive a week before their arrival. The second orientation is mandatory for all students and will take place on the Sunday evening before classes start, on ZOOM. Please check your schedule for the exact time. Students will receive the ZOOM information in their Welcome email no later than a week before their arrival.

Schedules will be posted on the website and group assignments will be emailed no later than a week before a student’s arrival.

IMPORTANT: Pre-determined group assignments are based on the dancer’s age and the audition score received during the audition tour. The same applies to those who were scored using a digital audition.

• Students attending one week will not be able to move groups. All students are evaluated during their first week of attendance to ensure they are in the proper group. Unfortunately due to policies designed to limit the spread of COVID-19 we cannot mix groups of students during the week so it’s not possible to move a student until their second week. Additionally, we may not be able to move a student if the other group is at capacity, due to social distancing requirements. 

• Medical supplies (Required): Thermometer, multiple masks, gloves, hand sanitizer and any other desired PPE such as face shields.
• A yoga mat.
• Dancers should always carry their “Dance Tool Kit” with them! This includes but is not limited to the following: Ballet slippers, Jazz shoes, Character shoes, Hip Hop Sneakers, Black shorts, Solid Black leotard, extra tights (black and/or skin tone)

All:

• Contemporary, Jazz, and Rehearsals: Muted-colored, form-flattering apparel that showcases the body in a professional way. No loud colors or prints, or extra baggy clothing. If you feel it may be questioned, do not wear it. Hair pulled neatly off face.
• All Other Classes: Apparel that represents the best version of you. Hair pulled neatly off the face unless otherwise noted. No sports bras or half tops, please.

Female

• Ballet: Any style black leotard and skin tone tights (convertible preferred, but not mandatory) worn under the leotard. Hair in a bun.
• Theater Dance: Solid color and form-fitting apparel. Nothing baggy. Character heels are preferred but not mandatory.

Male

• Ballet: Black tights, white or black form-fitting tank or tee.
• Theater Dance: Solid color and form-fitting apparel. Hair pulled neatly off face.

Students participating in the performance

Please be sure to bring the following items to use as a costume base for the performance:

• Solid black performance top (Leotard, tight dance top, sports bra, fitted crop top, etc.)
• Solid black performance leggings (High waisted preferred)
• Solid black clean socks with no holes and not faded.
• Solid nude colored clean socks with no holes and not faded
• Nude leotard to use underneath any costumes.
• Appropriate performance undergarments (leotards, skin tone tights, black tights, bras, bralettes, dance belts (Males), etc.)

*The above items are things we recommend that dancers have. These will not all necessarily be used as costumes for the performance but may be required as bases to build upon.

Joffrey Ballet School’s NYC Pre-Professional Jazz & Contemporary Intensive will present an informal showing, highlighting the repertoire learned. All dancers, no matter the format, will take part in this performance, streamed live to friends, family, and dance enthusiasts around the world.

No parents, guardians or visitors are allowed to be in the building. All students must be dropped off outside, in front of the building entrance.

All students are required to wear a fitted cloth mask, covering the nose and mouth at all times throughout the JBS premises. Bring multiple clean masks, at minimum 1 mask per class to be taken, to allow you to change into a clean one as needed; sweat saturation makes masks ineffective.

All students attending a live/in-person JBS program must get a COVID-19 PCR or rapid test within the 3 days prior to arrival and submit the (negative) test result before their arrival. (This includes any students who have previously received a COVID-19 vaccination.)

COVID-19 vaccinations are encouraged, but are not a requirement to attend a Joffrey Ballet School summer intensive.

Joffrey Ballet School offers housing and an optional meal plan for all NYC intensives. 

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

Guest Relations

support@joffreyschool.com

888.438.3808

There will be no travel restrictions to NY state as of April 1, 2021 for domestic students. No quarantine will be required of commuter or housing students on arrival. 

NY State COVID-19 Travel Advisory

There are two studio locations for our NYC intensives. Studio assignments are not finalized until just prior to the intensive start date. We are unable to take requests for specific studio assignments.

Joffrey Ballet School 434 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10011

Joffrey Dance Center 47-10 Austell Place, Long Island City, NY 11101

HOUSING STUDENTS: Dancers staying in Joffrey housing have access to Joffrey staff to guide them to/from classes each day from our housing facilities. 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.

If a dancer is assigned to Joffrey Ballet School, you will need access to the A, C, or E (Blue) subway lines. Nearest stop: West 4 Street/Washington Square station.

If a dancer is assigned to Joffrey Dance Center, you will need access to the 7 (Purple) Express subway line. Nearest stop: Hunter’s Point Avenue station.

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

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Monday – Friday

Start Time: 8:00am – 10:00 am (Times staggered due to COVID-19 Protocols)

Ending Time: 4:00pm – 6:00pm (Times staggered due to COVID-19 Protocols)

Typically, classes are held from 8-5 / 9-6 EST daily, Monday-Friday only. PLEASE NOTE: Additional rehearsals may be scheduled during performance week and may extend a dancer’s day. If you are commuting, you can expect your class schedule to begin between 8:30 am and 10:30 am in the morning and end by 6:00 pm.

Schedules for our intensives are made available the week prior to the program start date. Schedules are posted on the Joffrey website and will be updated every Sunday for the upcoming week. Schedules can be viewed online, and will also be handed out during orientation.

Hanro Janse van Rensburg

Director of Residence Life & Administration

hanro@joffreyballetshool.com

Guest Relations

support@joffreyschool.com

888.438.3808

There are two housing locations for our NYC intensives. Housing assignments are made by our Residence Life team and are not finalized until just prior to the intensive start date. Dancers will receive this information the Thursday prior to their scheduled arrival. We are unable to take requests for specific housing assignments.

The locations are:

East 3rd Residence Hall 81 East 3rd St. New York, NY 10002 (1.3 miles to JBS, 5 miles to JDC)

Residence Hall at Pace University Address TBD, New York, NY (2.5 miles to JBS, 8 miles for JDC)

Both Residence Halls are located in prime Manhattan locations that are within short travel distance from Joffrey Ballet School, Little Italy, Times Square, Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park and much more. Students will have access to a bundle of amenities including furnished rooms, free wifi, laundry, AC as well as indoor and outdoor common areas. 

Prior to housing orientation, our staff will escort students to purchase any items that they may have forgotten and food/snacks for lunches for the week, During this trip, dancers will also purchase their Metrocard and learn about using the subway.

During orientation, dancers will learn details about: Dormitory living (check in/out, dorm rules, medical and emergency procedures, etc.) and traveling in NYC (direction and subway navigation). Housing orientations will be conducted on ZOOM and are mandatory for all housing students.

CHECK IN

Housing check-ins are on Sundays from 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm. The student must get a COVID-19 PCR or rapid test within the 3 days prior to arrival at the dorm and submit the (negative) test result before checking in. Students are only allowed to check in during the scheduled time. Late or early arrival will not be permitted.

Upon arrival, please check-in at the front desk in the lobby. Only students should enter the lobby to check in with the RA on duty. Guests are not allowed to assist students with checking into the Residence Hall.

Joffrey Ballet School will monitor all travel information and adjust the check-in process if any changes occur. While we usually advise our students to make travel arrangements as far in advance as possible, this year we advise you to either purchase travel approximately a month before the start of your program to ensure your travel plans adhere to state travel guidelines or purchase refundable travel arrangements. If you are unsure what the travel guidelines are for the state you are traveling to at the time you plan to purchase your travel arrangements, please contact customer service. 

CHECK OUT

Students are allowed to check out any day of the week and must leave the residence hall by the Saturday of their last week. All students are required to schedule a check out time and will be required to move out during that time.

Joffrey Housing staff will provide an escort to/from the dorm on a sign-up basis. Students under 14 will be accompanied by a Joffrey staff member at all times. This includes daily trips to/from the assigned studio. The students will have scheduled meeting times each morning to meet to travel together to the studios. They will also have a scheduled travel group to return to the housing locations for evening check in. All students will need to purchase a Metrocard. MTA Information

Students may request apartment mates under the following conditions: Roommates must be the same gender, must reside in housing for the same period of time and must attend the same intensives and be assigned to the same group.

Please note that although we will make every effort to accommodate requests, it might not always be possible. Roommate Requests are $100 per dancer. If we are unable to honor a request, the resident will receive a credit towards their tuition.

Students who select the housing option may also purchase the meal plan. Pace housing students will eat at the university cafeteria. Students in other buildings will have their meals catered by Panera which provides an array of options, including vegetarian, dairy free, and gluten free choices. The meal plan includes breakfast and dinner from Sunday evening until Saturday morning.

Please note that lunch is NOT included in any of the meal plans. We recommend that students pack a healthy lunch and snacks to eat between meals. Due to severe food allergies, dancers are not permitted to pack anything with nuts in their lunch. (Our housing staff will take students to purchase items for lunches before/after housing orientation on Sunday.)

The Meal Plan may not be suitable for everyone. If you have questions or special dietary needs, please contact our Director of Residence Life prior to registering for the meal plan. The meal plan is non-refundable.

• Medical supplies (Required): Thermometer, Multiple masks, gloves, hand sanitizer, and any other desired PPE, such as face shields. Residents must wear a mask every time they leave their apartment and will need at least one clean mask per dance class.
• Cleaning supplies: Disinfectant/sanitizing/cleaning products, wipes, paper towels, broom, trash bags, laundry detergent, etc.
  
• Bedding: Twin XL sheets, blankets, pillows, pillowcases, mattress toppers, mattress pad, etc.
• Bathroom essentials and toiletries. JBS does not provide toilet paper.
• Cookware: Pots, pans, and utensils. JBS does not provide cooking utensils. We recommend disposable silverware and supplies.
• Students are allowed to bring their own mini-fridge and microwave for their room.
• Electronics: laptops, tablets, chargers, etc. JBS does not provide cable.
• Storage: Hangers, hanging/floor shoe rack, storage containers, tupperware, etc.
• A yoga mat.
• 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.

There will be no travel restrictions to NY state as of April 1, 2021 for domestic students. No quarantine will be required of housing students on arrival.