Programs
Programs in the Children’s Division, Youth Division and Adult Open Division are offered year-round. The Pre-Professional Division and Trainee Program take place during the academic-year only. The summer intensives and summer camps are offered in the summer only.
The schedule of classes for all divisions, except Trainee Program, is intended to accommodate the academic schedules of our students. Classes for year-round programs are generally held in the evenings and require a year-long commitment. Adult Open Division classes are on a drop-in basis and do not require pre-registration.
For information for our international students visit our International FAQ page.
Programs/Divisions
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Trainee Program
Approximately 17-21
The Joffrey Academy Trainee Program is a one to two year program that meets the needs of students ages 17 and older who are preparing for a professional dance career. The personal attention and... |
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Pre-Professional Program
Approximately 9-18
The Pre-Professional Division at the Joffrey Academy of Dance is designed to provide training that meets the highest artistic standards and to prepare students for a career in dance, should they... |
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Summer Intensives
approximately 7-21
General Audition InformationAdmission into the International and Junior Summer Dance Intensives, Dance Lab, and Trainee Program is by audition only. Summer Intensive auditions are open... |
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Children's Division
Approximately 3-9
At the Joffrey Academy of Dance, nurturing a love of dance at a young age sparks a true passion for the art form. The Children’s Division builds a strong dance foundation by focusing on correct... |
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Youth Division
Approximately 9-16
The Youth Division at the Joffrey Academy of Dance brings high-quality, Joffrey training to students at all levels in a variety of disciplines. Beginning students can discover their passion for... |
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Adult Open Division
15 and up
The Adult Open Division is designed for adult dancers of all ages and abilities. Whether a student has years of dance experience or wants to learn dance for the first time, the Academy has the... |
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Master ClassesThe Joffrey Academy of Dance offers master classes throughout the year in a variety of dance styles including modern, african, contemporary, and more! Classes are offered for all ages and... |
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Bridge Program
Grades 1-2
The Joffrey Ballet’s Bridge Residency Program is designed to introduce students from Chicago Public Schools to the basic elements of classical ballet ultimately finding and training the next... |
Joffrey Academy of Dance, Official School of The Joffrey Ballet, is located in the Exelon Education Center at Joffrey Tower in Chicago, Illinois and is the only training program owned, operated or endorsed by The Joffrey Ballet. The Joffrey Ballet is not affiliated with any other Joffrey dance training or school program. For more information, please contact The Joffrey Ballet at 312.784.4600.