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July 07 - 18, 2025​
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Intermediate Level (9yo+):
Registration: $50
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Two weeks: $1,050
One week: $650
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Advanced Level (12yo+):
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Registration: $50
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Two weeks: $1,280
One week: $750
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Lodging + meals + supervision:
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Contact us at info.tcda@gmail.com
Marseille, France
August 4 - 15, 2025
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Intermediate Level (10yo+):
Registration: € 50
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Two weeks: € 990
One week: € 630
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Advanced Level (13yo+):
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Registration: € 50
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Two weeks: € 1,250
One week: € 730
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Lodging + meals + supervision:
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Two weeks: € 1,280
One week: € 700
Terms & Conditions:
Program
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Classical ballet, Pointe technique, Classical Variations, Pas de Deux, Men's technique, Classical and Contemporary Repertoire, Original Choreography, Barre a Terre / Stretch & Strengthen, Performance​​​
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Audition by video
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Placement is limited
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Acceptances will be processed in the order of registration documents and payments received
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Please complete the online registration form and send the $50 registration fee by bank transfer via Zelle, using info.tcda@gmail.com
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Please send a portrait photo, a full body photo in tendu seconde facing forward and a profile photo in 1st arabesque by email, indicating the dancer's name and age in the subject line: info.tcda@gmail.com
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The audition video must not exceed 10 minutes in length and should focus exclusively on center work performed on one side, including battements tendus, adage, pirouettes en dehors and en dedans, as well as small, medium, and large jumps. For those girls who are en pointe, it is also required to showcase 2-3 pointe exercises (also in the center) or a variation/enchainment if they are more advanced (older). Please ensure that only the dancer is visible and that they are dressed in appropriate class attire (no costumes).
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Once your application is accepted, a deposit must be paid within one week of the acceptance date. The deposit for the 2-week program is $500 in the United States / €500 in France, and for a 1-week program, it is $350 in the United States / €350 in France. The balance must be received before April 1, 2025
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Placement is only guaranteed after payment of the registration and deposit, as well as the three mandatory photos
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*Placement is at the discretion of the Director​
Scholarships
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Scholarships may be awarded at the conclusion of the TCDA-IBF Summer Intensive to professional dance programs in the United States and Europe
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Refund Policy
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Please refer to the Terms & Conditions pdf.
You may consider obtaining insurance to protect your summer program costs. Insurance information may be available through general industry channels. You are encouraged to research all available options.​
*Should the program be canceled by TCDA-IBF due to exceptional circumstances, a full refund will be issued (excluding the registration fee)
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Performance
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Each year, the TCDA-IBF culminates with a public performance, which may include class-demonstrations, variations, repertoire, and original choreography in various genres​
Dress Code
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Girls
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Any color leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes, pointe shoes (when applicable), hair in tight bun
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For the performance and photo shoot: black leotard with spaghetti straps, pink tights, pink ballet and/or pointe shoes - as advised, hair in tight bun - no part)
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For contemporary class, dancers may need to be bare foot
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Boys
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White, tight T-shirt or leotard, gray or black tights or trunk dance shorts, white ankle socks with white ballet shoes, or black ankle socks with black ballet shoes
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For the performance and photo shoot: white, tight T-shirt or leotard with cap sleeve, black tights, black ankle socks
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For contemporary class, dancers may need to be bare foot
Travel Plans and Airport Pickup in the United States
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Students attending TCDA-IBF are responsible for making their own travel plans
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Upon arrival at the Sacramento International Airport, a TCDA-IBF staff member will greet each student and accompany them to where they will be lodged
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Please note that dancers wishing to be picked-up and dropped-off from/at the Sacramento Airport should arrive no more than two days before the start date of the program, and leave within two days thereafter. For special requests beyond the two-day frame, contact us to check availability
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Students arriving at the San Francisco International Airport are responsible for booking their own transportation to Sacramento. TCDA-IBF can assist by providing guidance in picking the most convenient and safe transportation between San Francisco Airport and Sacramento
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A TCDA-IBF representative may accommodate roundtrip transportation for up to 3 students at a time from San Francisco / San Jose / Oakland - Airports for a flat rate of $200 (total)​
Lodging in the United States
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Our first living option is residency at a local hotel where special rates apply for TCDA-IBF Summer Intensive attendees, their families and guests. The hotel is within walking distance to malls, restaurants, and activities
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*Our second living option is "Home Stay", where local families welcome TCDA-IBF students to live as one of the family. The families are friends and cultural contacts of TCDA. Home Stay is a good option for our younger students, as many families have children who are dancers and are participating in the TCDA Summer Program. All of the houses have kitchens so students can cook their meals or their host family provides meals for them. Furniture and linens are provided in each room. Students experience all the comforts of home while living with a host family. Upon request, you shall receive information about availability and fees via e-mail​
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*Please note that TCDA-IBF may not be able to guarantee family "Home-Stay" housing for all accepted students, and that placement is based on completion of forms and payment received in chronological order
Travel Plans and Airport Pickup in France
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Students attending TCDA-IBF are responsible for making their own travel plans
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Upon arrival at the Marseille International Airport, a TCDA-IBF staff member may be available to pick up each student and accompany them to where they will be lodged for a fee. For more information, contact us at info.tcda@gmail.com
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Please note that dancers wishing to be picked-up and dropped-off from/at the Marseille Airport should arrive no more than one day before the start date of the program, and leave within one day thereafter
Lodging in France
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Lodging + meals + supervision: two weeks: € 1,280 / one week: € 700
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Students will be lodged in a hotel or Airbnb with chaperones provided by TCDA-IBF. The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of the dance studios.
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Placement is limited and will be based on completion of forms and payment received in chronological order​​
Day Students
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Students who live locally or who have family or friends living in the area can attend the TCDA-IBF program as day students. Day students attend the program during the morning or afternoon hours and then go home
Living Expenses
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Students can decide how much money they need for their stay based on their personal living preferences. Students may need additional money for groceries, shopping, restaurants, excursions, and personal expenses
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Students have emergency contact persons whom they may reach for assistance with any problems they may encounter while participating in the Festival. Parents are also provided with contacts that they can call in case of an emergency or with questions
Activities
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Outings are intended to give students a well-deserved rest, allow them time to connect and interact, and explore the city and its surroundings​
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All group outings are chaperoned by TCDA-IBF staff members
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For those who wish to participate in the outings, there will be an additional cost. Once the activities are finalized, the price will be determined and you will be informed of the details by July 1
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A minimum number of participating students is required
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Upon acceptance, payment must be received by July 5 ​​
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