staibdance Summer Intensive in Italy

Information about our 2025 annual summer intensive in Italy will be announced in winter of 2024. This immersive two-week program features daily classes with world-renowned faculty in the beautiful environments of Sant’Agata and Sorrento. Contact italyprogram@staibdance.com with questions.

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OUr Mission

The staibdance summer intensive in Sorrento, Italy, serves as a meeting place for emerging and established movement artists from across the globe. Participants are encouraged to create collaboratively, embrace spontaneity, build foundations for life-long connections, and hone their authentic, unique voices. The intensive is a source for personalized attention, providing the time and space for infinite growth as a performer. Together, we merge with the history, customs, and warmth of the region, celebrating cultural exchange.

Hear from 2024 Attendees

“This experience was brilliantly designed to build artists, not machines.”
“I’ve never had a teacher or faculty so invested in wanting their students to succeed and achieve their dreams.”
“I felt seen, appreciated, and valued by every single instructor and staff member.”
“From this journey, I am pleased to walk away with a balanced and thorough toolkit of opportunity and artistry.”

TUITION

Tuition includes:

  • 11 days of intensive study; 3 classes and rehearsals daily

  • 15 nights hotel accommodation - Double or Triple room, private bath, air conditioning

  • Full breakfast and dinner daily at the hotel

  • Group beach excursion

  • 1 outdoor performance in Sant'Agata's central piazza

  • Round trip airport transportation by private bus and car

Please note that arrival and departure transportation costs are not included with tuition.

APPLICATION & Scholarships

Information about our 2025 summer intensive will be announced in winter 2024. A limited amount of scholarships will be available, offering partial funding toward program costs. Awards are need-blind and based on the artistic merit, intention and vision of the applicant.

To inquire about anticipated 2025 tuition rates please email us. The 2024 program tuition rate was $3,525.

Please contact italyprogram@staibdance.com with questions.

Sample Schedule & Excursions

Week 1 - Monday
Welcome Reception overlooking the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius

Week 1 - Tuesday
First day of classes

Week 1 - Friday
Group beach excursion to Conca Del Sogno Beach Club

  • Transportation, entrance to the beach, sunbeds, umbrellas, and lunch included

Week 2 - Wednesday
Free day to explore the Amalfi coast

  • Options include exploring private boat tour to and around the island of Capri, visiting Positano, Pompeii, Sorrento, Herculaneum, Mt. Vesuvius, or Naples

Week 2 - Sunday
Tech and public performance in Sorrento

Week 2 - Monday
Tech and public performance at Sant'Agata's central piazza
Closing Reception following performance