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Advanced/Pre-Professional Winter Program

Intensive boutique ballet training, your springboard from studio to stage, where ambition meets artistry.

27 – 30 December

Set in the heart of one of Europe’s most inspiring cultural cities, the ArtéBallét Intensive (AÉBI) welcomes professional and pre-professional dancers, advanced vocational students, and dedicated advanced recreational dancers aged 14 and above to join a refined and deeply enriching winter experience.

Step into an extraordinary opportunity to learn from the highest echelon of ballet. The ArtéBallét (AÉBI) Winter Intensive brings together principal dancers, acclaimed choreographers, and internationally renowned educators to share their artistry and expertise with you in an intimate, boutique setting.

Featuring stars of Dutch National Ballet, distinguished Prix de Lausanne faculty, and celebrated international guest artists, this exclusive program offers dancers a rare chance to refine their technique and artistry under the guidance of one of the most inspiring figures in ballet today.

Every aspect of the intensive is carefully curated to provide a concentrated focus on high-quality ballet training, classical variations and repertoire, contemporary technique, and contemporary repertoire. With the elegance of live music enriching nearly every class, you will be immersed in a rich, inspiring atmosphere where discipline meets artistry. The program concludes with an intimate studio performance, allowing you to share your growth and artistry in a refined setting that reflects the boutique character of the intensive.

Places are limited, and the ArtéBallét Intensive (AÉBI) is known to sell out quickly. Early registration is strongly recommended to secure your place in this exclusive program. Faculty will be announced soon, but the boutique scale and personal approach of AÉBI ensure that every dancer is seen, guided, and mentored with care.

Secure your place today and begin the new year with an experience designed to inspire, elevate, and transform.

  • Study under acclaimed artists from Prix de Lausanne, Royal Ballet School, Paris Opera Ballet, Nederlands Dans Theater (NDT), Scapino Ballet, and Dutch National Ballet.

  • Elevate your daily training experience with the inspiration of professional pianists and percussionists.

  • Join an intimate, meticulously curated program that combines rigorous classical ballet training, contemporary exploration, personal coaching, and cultural immersion — offering a transformational journey unlike any other.

  • AÉBI is renowned for its deeply personalized, boutique-style programs, each carefully curated to provide an intimate experience with limited class sizes. This unique approach ensures that every dancer receives individualized attention, fostering an environment of growth, artistry, and focused mentorship.

Choose Your Program

Program Tuition What's Included
Winter Intensive
4 Days of Refined Ballet Training
€599 (reg. €699)
Save €100 – Book before Nov 1
Pay in Full or 2 Installments 		✓ Daily Ballet Classes with Esteemed Faculty
✓ Classical Variations & Repertoire
✓ Contemporary Technique
✓ Contemporary Repertoire
✓ Live Musical Accompaniment
✓ Studio Performance
✓ Daily fresh herbal tea & water

Meet our Revered Faculty

  • Faculty will be announced soon

Be part of the AÉBI experience

Audition Requirements

We are excited to invite you to audition for the ArtéBallét Winter Intensive (AÉBI). To ensure your application reflects your dedication and artistry, please follow the guidelines and checklist below carefully.

  • Audition Photo Guidelines

    To ensure that your application receives full consideration, please adhere carefully to the following guidelines:

    Headshot

    • Submit a clear, recent headshot.

    • Ensure the image is well-lit, sharply focused, and taken from the front.

    Attire

    • Wear form-fitting ballet attire that clearly shows your lines.

    • Skirts, leg warmers, and loose or baggy garments are not permitted.

    Photo Quality

    • Submit high-quality, color images with a plain, uncluttered background.

    • Avoid backlighting or shadows that obscure your form.

    • All photos must be submitted in .jpg or .png format.

    • Please include your full name in the filename of each photo (e.g., Isabella_Tendu.jpg).

  • When submitting your audition photos, please include:

    • A recent headshot

    • Demi-plié in first position

    • Tendu à la seconde

    • First arabesque en l’air

    • À la seconde en l’air

Program Deadlines

Early Bird Pricing Expires

November 1, 2025

Applications Closes

December 1, 2025

Due to our low faculty-to-student ratio, space at AÉBI is limited. Should maximum capacity be reached before the December 1 deadline, registration will close early. We encourage you to complete your registration promptly to secure your place.

Frequently Asked Questions 

  • Yes, audition is required for the Advanced/Pre-Professional Program.

    All applicants must submit required photos along with their application form. Audition is not required for our Intermediate Program.

  • When submitting your audition photos, please include:

    • A recent headshot

    • Demi-plié in first position

    • Tendu à la seconde

    • First arabesque en l’air

    • À la seconde en l’air

  • The deadline to submit audition materials is December 1, 2025.


    Early submission is strongly recommended, as spaces may fill before the final deadline.

  • Dancers aged 14 and older are welcome to audition.

    Placement is based on technical level, not solely on age.

  • We welcome professional and pre-professional dancers, vocational dance students, and advanced recreational dancers.

    Placement is determined based on audition materials to ensure dancers are grouped appropriately.

  • Dancers participating in our Winter Intensive will showcase their talents in an intimate studio performance held in the heart of Amsterdam.

  • Unfortunately, AÉBI does not offer housing.

    Participants must find their own accommodation in Amsterdam. We are here to assist if needed!

  • Tuition covers:

    • All daily ballet and supplementary classes

    • Live musical accompaniment

    • Masterclasses and workshops

    • Daily herbal tea and water

  • Upon acceptance, you will receive an official enrollment link and tuition invoice.


    Your place is secured once payment is received. Spaces are limited and may fill quickly, so prompt registration is advised.

  • Please refer to our Winter Intensive Pricing Page.

Enter a world where excellence is nurtured, artistry is celebrated, and dreams take form.

In the heart of Amsterdam, an extraordinary journey awaits,
designed for dancers who seek depth, refinement, and transformation.


Limited places. Unlimited possibilities.