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Summer Adult Classes
Enjoy pure Vaganova Ballet Classes, that teach the fundamentals of Ballet technique using simple combinations , which allow students to focus on perfecting their skills, musicality, and movement.
Teacher: Vaganova Ballet Academy Graduate Kirill Bak-Stepanoff.
ADULT BALLET INTRODUCTORY
This class is good for both body and mind.
Besides promoting cardiovascular fitness and posture this introductory class provides a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Class is designed for people with little or no prior experience and want to learn Ballet from scratch. With detailed explanation students will learn the basic positions and concepts of Classical Ballet with exercises at the barre and in the center.
*DRESS CODE: Any comfortable clothing that allows for ease of movement, paired with ballet shoes.
Saturday 9:00 – 10:00am
• June 8-29 • 4 classes
• July 6-27 • 4 classes
• August 3-24 • 4 classes
ADULT BALLET BEGINNERS
Class structured for students who have little prior ballet experience, and will exercise basic ballet and vocabulary, alignment and posture. Throughout this class, students will focus on building balance, strength, coordination and poise.
Saturday, 10:00 – 11:00am
• June 8-29 • 4 classes
• July 6-27 • 4 classes
• August 3-24 • 4 classes
*DRESS CODE: Any comfortable clothing that allows for ease of movement, paired with ballet shoes.
ADULT BALLET INTERMEDIATE
Created for any dancer with a basic understanding of ballet technique. This class covers the fundamentals of Ballet technique using simple combinations that allow students to focus on perfecting their skills, musicality, and movement.
Monday, 7:00 – 8:00pm
• June 3–24 • 4 classes
• July 1-22 • 4 classes
• July 29-August 19 • 4 classes
*DRESS CODE: Any comfortable clothing that allows for ease of movement, paired with ballet shoes.
ADULT POINTE TECHNIQUE
Created for any dancer with a basic understanding of ballet technique. This class covers the fundamentals of Ballet technique using simple combinations that allow students to focus on perfecting their skills, musicality, and movement.
Monday, 8:00 – 8:30pm
• June 3–24 • 4 classes
• July 1-22 • 4 classes
• July 29-August 19 • 4 classes
*DRESS CODE: Any comfortable clothing that allows for ease of movement, paired with pointe shoes.
ADULT INTENSIVE BALLET for all levels
Class features a dynamic exercise at the barre, followed by a comprehensive fulfillment of various short combinations at the center floor with no jumps.
Wednesday, 7:00 – 8:00pm
• June 5-26 • 4 classes
• July 10-24 • 3 classes
• July 31-August 21 • 4 classes
*DRESS CODE: Any comfortable clothing that allows for ease of movement, paired with ballet shoes.
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Master Class/Audition 2026
Auditions/Master Class with Misha Tchoupakov
Join us for an extraordinary opportunity to train with internationally renowned ballet master Misha Tchoupakov, UNCSA Professor, and YAGP Finals Rehearsal Director and Judge.
This special weekend features a Master Class for dancers ages 9–18+, designed to inspire, challenge, and provide professional feedback. The Master Class also serves as the audition for MBS Summer Intensive 2026. Dancers may attend the Master Class without private lessons, and those who wish to audition for UNCSA School of Dance programs may do so during the same class.
Private Lessons:
- Private lessons are available for dancers who wish to receive one-on-one instruction with Misha.
- Master Class attendance is required to take a private lesson.
- Private lessons require separate registration and are limited in availability.
Details for Ages 9–12:
Dancers ages 9–12 may not spend the full 1.5 hours with Misha. After the barre portion, some students will continue their class or audition in another studio under the expert instruction of Kirill Bak-Stepanoff or Svetlana Bak-Gavrilova, ensuring personalized attention and a smooth experience for all.
Event Schedule — Sunday, January 25:
- 11:30 AM — Registration
- 12:00–1:30 PM — Master Class / Summer Intensive Audition (ages 9–12)
- 12:00–2:00 PM — Master Class / Summer Intensive Audition (ages 13–18+)
Opportunities:
- Train with a world-class BALLET MASTER
- Receive professional feedback from a YAGP Judge
- Audition for MBS Summer Intensive 2026
- Optional private lessons with Misha (Master Class required)
- Optional audition for UNCSA School of Dance — High School, College, and Summer Dance 2026 programs
This is a rare, exclusive opportunity, as Misha is traveling specially for this weekend. Spots are limited — register now to secure your place.
JUNE 1
Video Submissions Due
FEBRUARY 2, 2026
Register early and save!
Receive $250 off your Summer Intensive registration when you attend the Audition/Master Class and complete your registration
by February 1. Promocode: SUMMER250 (This promotion cannot be combined with the 50% tuition discount for boys.)
CAMP 1: JUNE 15-JUNE 26
CAMP 2: JULY 6-JULY 17
- Auditions are open to all male and female students ages 9+
- Group 1: age 9-12 (one year ballet experience required)
- Group 2: age 13+ (two years pointe experience required)
- All fees are non-refundable regardless of circumstances
Dress:
Ladies- Pink tights, solid colored leotard, flat and pointe shoes*
Men- Tights and tight fitting T-shirt
Private Lessons with Misha – Limited Spots!
Take your technique to the next level with one-on-one coaching from guest artist Misha Tchoupakov.
January 24 & 25 only
Limited spots – register now!
Pre-register online for both the Master Class and your private lesson.
Private lessons are available only to students attending the Master Class.
Program Information
Experience the Minnesota Ballet School Summer Intensive Program, offering extensive training in Russian classical ballet technique (Vaganova syllabus) and skill development. Our Intensive Camp places a strong emphasis on ballet technique while incorporating supplementary classes in character, pointe, variations, modern, men’s, partnering, and aerial ballet. Program will feature world-renowned guest teachers alongside our exceptional MBS faculty throughout the intensive.
2-Week Summer Intensive Camps
Open for male and female students ages 9+
Camp 1: June 15– June 26, 2026 | Camp 2: July 6-17, 2026
9am-1pm
Ballet technique, Pointe technique & Repertoire. Dancers will learn variations from classical ballets such as “Sleeping Beauty” “Giselle”, “Corsair” and many more.
2pm-4pm Students will be continuing classes such as Contemporary and Aerial Ballet, Character dance and Partnering.
Partnering classes will be available depending on the number of male attendees.
WORLD-RENOWNED FACULTY
The program culminates with a showing in the Minnesota Ballet School studio on Friday, June 26 and July 17.
Register Early & Save!
Attend the Audition/Master Class and complete your Summer Intensive registration by February 2 to receive $250 off!
Early Bird Discount: Save $250 with promo code SUMMER250 at checkout.
(This promotion cannot be combined with the 50% tuition discount for boys.)
Boys automatically receive a 50% tuition discount, which cannot be combined with the Early Bird offer.
About Misha
Misha Tchoupakov — UNCSA Professor, YAGP Finals Rehearsal Director, Judge, Master Teacher, and International Guest Instructor
Originally from Moscow, Russia, Misha Tchoupakov has had a distinguished career with world-renowned companies including the Bolshoi Ballet, Colorado Ballet, Sarasota Ballet, Los Angeles Classical Ballet, Vienna State Opera Ballet, and San Francisco Opera Ballet. He holds an M.F.A. in Dance Pedagogy and Choreography from the Moscow State Institute of Choreography.
Misha is currently a Professor at the University of North Carolina School of Dance and has taught at prestigious institutions worldwide, including the Royal Ballet School and the University of Utah Department of Ballet.
As Rehearsal Director for YAGP in New York, he remains a sought-after master teacher and guest instructor, sharing his expertise with dancers and educators globally.