Summer Dance Intensive 2026

https://edcn.pt/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Af-Bola-SuDI26.jpg

13th to the 18th of july 2026 Summer Dance Intensive 2026

With daily classes conducted by a faculty of internationally renowned teachers, “Summer Dance Intensive 2026” offers young dancers the opportunity to improve and develop their artistic and technical skills in both classical ballet and contemporary dance.

The course is open to children and teenagers training both recreationally and professionally, as well as to young professionals who have already started their dance careers.

General Info

Organization

The organization of this event is promoted by the National Conservatory Dance School, from the 13th to the 18th july 2026 in the facilities of the school.

Subscriptions:

Until July 9th 2026

Disciplines:

Classical Dance Technique
Elementary (Sold Out – under consutation) / Intermediate (Sold Out – under consutation) / Advanced

Contemporary Dance Technique
Elementary (Sold Out – under consutation) / Intermediate (Sold Out – under consutation) / Advanced

Classical Repertoire
Intermediate (Sold Out – under consutation)

Classical Choreographic Creation
Advanced

Artistic Atelier
Elementary (Sold Out – under consutation)

Artistic Guidance
Intermediate / Advanced (Sold Out – under consutation)

REGISTRATIONS

1. Confirm availability and any waiting list by email at:

danceintensive@edcn.pt

2. Complete and sign the registration form (by the legal guardian or by the participant if of legal age), until the 9th of july 2026.

3. Proceed with payment of the participation fee and insurance using the following:

IBAN: PT50 0781 0112 01120012621 13

4. Send the completed registration form, proof of payment and a mandatory, up-to-date passport-size photograph to the email:

danceintensive@edcn.pt

Registration will only be considered valid once all required documents have been received, the photograph being mandatory. The absence of any of these elements prevents validation of the registration.

5. Registration and payment must be completed within the deadline indicated by the organisation. After this date, any registration will be subject to availability.

6. Payments will only be refunded in cases of duly justified and documented force majeure.

FEES

– 230 eur for the Elementary level

– 240 eur for the Intermediate and Advanced levels

– 15 eur mandatory accident insurance

DISCOUNTS

Group discount:

5% off the total registration fee for groups of 3 or more participants.

For group registrations, please contact:

danceintensive@edcn.pt

Discounts for EDCN students receiving ASE support:

– Level A: free registration

– Level B: 50% discount


SUBSCRIPTION FORM SDI26

PARTICIPATION LEVELS

Participants will be assigned to Elementary, Intermediate and Advanced levels.

At the Elementary level, participants will be divided into two groups (A and B), according to age and level of experience.

This initial placement will be based on the information provided during registration and may be adjusted after direct observation in the first classes, in order to ensure appropriate pedagogical placement.

Age ranges and disciplines by level:

Elementary Level: ages 9 to 14 – Level Sold Out 

Classical Dance Technique – CDT

Work focused on strengthening and developing the technical foundation, helping students to better understand their body, placement, coordination and musicality, in a progressive way adapted to their age.

Contemporary Dance Technique – CONT DT

Introduction to contemporary dance through movement exploration, use of weight, space and floor work, developing coordination, creativity and body awareness in an accessible and guided context.

Artistic Atelier

A space dedicated to the development of creativity, expression and group interaction through dynamic, age-appropriate activities.

Musical Theatre

A discipline focused on integrating movement, interpretation and stage expression, possibly including elements of voice and musicality, promoting confidence and stage presence.


Intermediate Level: ages 12 to 18 – Level Sold Out 

Classical Dance Technique – CDT

More advanced technical work led by experienced teachers, aimed at improving technique, coordination and musicality.

Contemporary Dance Technique – CONT DT

Work developed with a prestigious choreographer, focusing on expanding movement vocabulary, dynamics, coordination and interpretative quality.

Classical Repertoire

A discipline dedicated to the study and practice of classical repertoire, focusing on musicality, movement quality, coordination and style, through adapted excerpts.


Advanced Level: from age 15

Classical Dance Technique – CDT

Work aimed at students in a pre-professional consolidation stage, led by teachers from prestigious schools with extensive experience in training dancers, promoting technical rigour and clarity.

Contemporary Dance Technique – CONT DT

Work developed with a prestigious choreographer, focused on movement quality, dynamics, complex coordination and interpretation.

Classical Choreographic Creation

Work focused on building choreographic material adapted to the students’ level, promoting autonomy, interpretation and adaptability in relation to music and space.


In some disciplines, levels may be created or removed if the organisation deems it necessary.

ELEMENTARY A SCHEDULE - EDCN'S STUDIOS 4 | 7

 

Shedule

July 13th

July 14th

July 15th

July 16th

July 17th

10.00-11.30

STUDIO 4

CDT

Elementary

STUDIO 4

CDT

Elementary

STUDIO 4

CDT

Elementary

STUDIO 4

CDT

Elementary

STUDIO 4

CDT

Elementary

12.00-13.30

STUDIO 4

Cont DT

Elementary

STUDIO 4

Cont DT

Elementary

STUDIO 4

Cont DT

Elementary

STUDIO 4

Cont DT

Elementary

STUDIO 4

Cont DT

Elementary

14.30-16.00

STUDIO 4

Artistic

Atelier

Elementary

STUDIO 4

Artistic

Atelier

Elementary

STUDIO 4

Artistic

Atelier

Elementary

STUDIO 4

Artistic

Atelier

Elementary

STUDIO 4

Artistic

Atelier

Elementary

16.30 -18.00

STUDIO 7

Musical Theatre

Elementary

STUDIO 7

Musical Theatre

Elementary

STUDIO 7

Musical Theatre

Elementary

STUDIO 7

Musical Theatre

Elementary

STUDIO 7

Musical Theatre

Elementary

 

Duration: Classes will last 1 hour and 30 minutes | Schedule: Classes will take place from Monday, July 13th to Saturday, July 18th, between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM | Lunch break: The lunch break will be between 1:30 PM and 2:30 PM.

July 18th will be entirely dedicated to the students’ final presentations, to be held on the school premises, as well as a meeting with families.

 

ELEMENTARY B SCHEDULE - EDCN'S STUDIOS 4 | 5 | 7

 

Shedule

July 13th

July 14th

July 15th

July 16th

July 17th

10.00-11.30

STUDIO 5

Cont DT

Elementary

STUDIO 5

Cont DT

Elementary

STUDIO 5

Cont DT

Elementary

STUDIO 5

Cont DT

Elementary

STUDIO 5

Cont DT

Elementary

12.00-13.30

STUDIO 5

CDT

Elementary

STUDIO 5

CDT

Elementary

STUDIO 5

CDT

Elementary

STUDIO 5

CDT

Elementary

STUDIO 5

CDT

Elementary

14.30-16.00

STUDIO 7

Musical Theatre

Elementary

STUDIO 7

Musical Theatre

Elementary

STUDIO 7

Musical Theatre

Elementary

STUDIO 7

Musical Theatre

Elementary

STUDIO 7

Musical Theatre

Elementary

16.30 -18.00

STUDIO 4

Artistic

Atelier

Elementary

STUDIO 4

Artistic

Atelier

Elementary

STUDIO 4

Artistic

Atelier

Elementary

STUDIO 4

Artistic

Atelier

Elementary

STUDIO 4

Artistic

Atelier

Elementary

 

Duration: Classes will last 1 hour and 30 minutes | Schedule: Classes will take place from Monday, July 13th to Saturday, July 18th, between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM | Lunch break: The lunch break will be between 1:30 PM and 2:30 PM.

July 18th will be entirely dedicated to the students’ final presentations, to be held on the school premises, as well as a meeting with families.

INTERMEDIATE SCHEDULE - EDCN'S STUDIOS 1 | 2

 

Shedule

July 13th

July 14th

July 15th

July 16th

July 17th

10.00-11.30

STUDIO 1

CDT

Intermediate

STUDIO 1

CDT

Intermediate

STUDIO 1

CDT

Intermediate

STUDIO 1

CDT

Intermediate

STUDIO 1

CDT

Intermediate

12.00-13.30

STUDIO 4

Classic

Repertoire

Intermediate

STUDIO 4

Classic

Repertoire

Intermediate

STUDIO 4

Classic

Repertoire

Intermediate

STUDIO 4

Classic

Repertoire

Intermediate

STUDIO 4

Classic

Repertoire

Intermediate

14.30-16.00

STUDIO 1

Artistic Guidance

Intermediate

STUDIO 1

Artistic Guidance

Intermediate

STUDIO 1

Artistic Guidance

Intermediate

STUDIO 1

Artistic Guidance

Intermediate

STUDIO 1

Artistic Guidance

Intermediate

16.30 -18.00

STUDIO 2

Cont DT

Intermediate

STUDIO 2

Cont DT

Intermediate

STUDIO 2

Cont DT

Intermediate

STUDIO 2

Cont DT

Intermediate

STUDIO 2

Cont DT

Intermediate

 

Duration: Classes will last 1 hour and 30 minutes | Schedule: Classes will take place from Monday, July 13th to Saturday, July 18th, between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM | Lunch break: The lunch break will be between 1:30 PM and 2:30 PM.

July 18th will be entirely dedicated to the students’ final presentations, to be held on the school premises, as well as a meeting with families.

 

 

ADVANCED SCHEDULE - EDCN'S STUDIOS 1 | 2 | 7

 

Shedule

July 13th

July 14th

July 15th

July 16th

July 17th

10.00-11.30

STUDIO 7

CDT

Advanced

STUDIO 7

CDT

Advanced

STUDIO 7

CDT

Advanced

STUDIO 7

CDT

Advanced

STUDIO 7

CDT

Advanced

12.00-13.30

STUDIO 7

Classic

Coreographic

Creation

Advanced

STUDIO 7

Classic

Coreographic

Creation

Advanced

STUDIO 7

Classic

Coreographic

Creation

Advanced

STUDIO 7

Classic

Coreographic

Creation

Advanced

STUDIO 7

Classic

Coreographic

Creation

Advanced

14.30-16.00

STUDIO 2

Artistic Guidance

Advanced

STUDIO 2

Artistic Guidance

Advanced

STUDIO 2

Artistic Guidance

Advanced

STUDIO 2

Artistic Guidance

Advanced

STUDIO 2

Artistic Guidance

Advanced

16.30 -18.00

STUDIO 1

Cont DT

Advanced

STUDIO 1

Cont DT

Advanced

STUDIO 1

Cont DT

Advanced

STUDIO 1

Cont DT

Advanced

STUDIO 1

Cont DT

Advanced

 

Duration: Classes will last 1 hour and 30 minutes | Schedule: Classes will take place from Monday, July 13th to Saturday, July 18th, between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM | Lunch break: The lunch break will be between 1:30 PM and 2:30 PM.

July 18th will be entirely dedicated to the students’ final presentations, to be held on the school premises, as well as a meeting with families.

 

CLOTHING:

 Female clothing for Classical Ballet classes:

  • Maillot
  • Salmon color tights
  • Half pointe shoes and pointe shoes (clean and in good condition)Hair preferably caught in a bun)

» Men’s clothing for Classical Ballet classes:

  • Maillot or tight white or black t-shirt
  • Black tights
  • Ballet shoes (clean and in good condition)

» Clothing for Contemporary Dance classes:

  • Maillot or T-shirt
  • Pants or shorts
  • Knee pads and socks

» Equipment for Jazz / Musical Theater:

  • Maillot or T-shirt
  • Pants or shorts
  • Jazz shoes ( if the participant has )
TEACHERS
Guest Teachers:
Classical Dance
Advanced Level:
Mehmet Kürşat Kılıç
Intermediate Level:
Filipe Macedo
Elementary Level:
Debora Queirós
Classical Choreografic Creation
Avançado:
Mehmet Kürsat Kiliç
Classical Repertoire
Intermediate:
Filipe Macedo
Artistic Workshop
Elementary Level:
Debora Queirós 
Piano Accompanists:
Advanced Level:
Eleni Stavrianou | Delma Nicolace
Intermediate:
André Costa 

Contemporary Dance
Elementary  Level:
Inês Costa 
Intermediate / Advanced Level:
Catarina Casqueiro

Artistic Guidance
 

Musical Theater

Elementary  Level:
Sara Brás

Guest Teachers | Summer DI 26

https://edcn.pt/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/MKilic-160x160.jpg
Mehmet Kürşat Kılıç

Advanced Classical Dance 
Classical Repertoire

 

https://edcn.pt/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/FMacedo-160x160.jpg
Filipe Macedo

Intermediate Classical Dance
Artistic Workshop

 

https://edcn.pt/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/MFranco_pb-160x160.jpg
Mário Franco

Artistic Guidance
Intermediate / Advanced

 

https://edcn.pt/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/CCasqueiro-160x160.jpg
Catarina Casqueiro

Contemporary Dance 
Intermediate  / Advanced

 

https://edcn.pt/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/DQueiroz-160x160.jpg
Débora Queiróz

Elementary Classical Dance

 

https://edcn.pt/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/ICosta-160x160.jpg
Inês Costa 

Contemporary Dance 
Elementary

 

https://edcn.pt/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/SBraz-160x160.jpg
Sara Bráz

Musical Theatre
Elementary

 

Piano Accompanists| Summer DI 26

https://edcn.pt/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Delma_Nicolace-160x160.jpg
Delma Nicolace

Advanced Level

 

https://edcn.pt/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/EDCN_ELENI-160x160.jpg
Eleni Stravianou

Advanced Level

 

André Costa
André Costa

Intermediate Level

 

Fotografias do curso de Julho 2023

SummerDI_23_09
SummerDI_23_12
SummerDI_23_13
SummerDI_23_16
SummerDI_23_18
SummerDI_23_19
SummerDI_23_22
SummerDI_23_23
SummerDI_23_24
SummerDI_23_25
SummerDI_23_26
SummerDI_23_27
SummerDI_23_29
SummerDI_23_02
SummerDI_23_03
SummerDI_23_04
SummerDI_23_14
SummerDI_23_10

Contact us today

Know all about EDCN courses and access conditions.