Alonzo King LINES Ballet Summer Program - Junior
The Alonzo King LINES Ballet Summer Program - Junior offers intensive ballet training for young dancers aged 11-17 in San Francisco, focusing on technique, a...
▌ Editor's read The Alonzo King LINES Ballet Summer Program - Junior is a day program for dancers aged 11-17, part of the larger Alonzo King LINES Ballet organization, which has been operating for 40 years. The program focuses on ballet technique, contemporary dance, and creative process, with a curriculum designed to challenge and inspire young artists. The website lists faculty members including Alonzo King, David Harvey, and Meredith Webster. Google reviews for 'Alonzo King LINES Ballet' (the parent organization) show a strong rating of 4.8 stars from 186 reviews, with many praising the quality of instruction and the inspiring environment. The program is not accredited by the ACA, and no state license number is provided on the website. The organization is a non-profit, as indicated on their website. Social media handles @linesballet on Instagram and 'linesballet' on Facebook are linked from the site.
Who thrives here Ages 11–14
Alonzo King LINES Ballet Summer Program - Junior is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. dance programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 1986 (40 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Money & Policies
- Financial aid
- Available · Need-based, Merit-based
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Limited scholarships available. Awards are based on a combination of the student’s financial need and artistic potential.
- Session lengths
- 5-day (full week) · 10-day · 21-day
- What campers take home
- The program culminates in a showcase performance or an informal studio showing.
Details
- Category: Dance
- Ages: 11–14
- Hours: Full-day program
- Address: 26 7th St, San Francisco, CA 94103
- Cost notes: Tuition: $1,250 USD for two weeks, or $750 for one week. Early bird tuition: $1,200 for two weeks, or $700 for one week.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: Yes
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Alonzo King LINES Ballet Summer Program - Junior
- What ages does Alonzo King LINES Ballet Summer Program - Junior accept?
- Alonzo King LINES Ballet Summer Program - Junior is open to children ages 11–14. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Alonzo King LINES Ballet Summer Program - Junior cost?
- Alonzo King LINES Ballet Summer Program - Junior publishes $625/week for the standard session. Tuition: $1,250 USD for two weeks, or $750 for one week. Early bird tuition: $1,200 for two weeks, or $700 for one week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Alonzo King LINES Ballet Summer Program - Junior's hours?
- Alonzo King LINES Ballet Summer Program - Junior runs Full-day program. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Alonzo King LINES Ballet Summer Program - Junior?
- Alonzo King LINES Ballet Summer Program - Junior is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 40 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Alonzo King LINES Ballet Summer Program - Junior provide lunch?
- Alonzo King LINES Ballet Summer Program - Junior does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
- Does Alonzo King LINES Ballet Summer Program - Junior offer financial aid?
- Yes — Alonzo King LINES Ballet Summer Program - Junior offers financial aid or scholarships. Most camp aid is need-based, application-based, and awarded on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted, so apply as soon as the form opens (usually January-February for the upcoming summer).
- How does Alonzo King LINES Ballet Summer Program - Junior compare to other dance camps in San Francisco?
- Alonzo King LINES Ballet Summer Program - Junior is one of 32 dance camps in San Francisco that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
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