Calendar of Events
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Throughout the year, our dancers participate in a range of performances and events that celebrate growth, artistry, and community. From our beloved Nutcracker Tea and full-length production of The Nutcracker, to the regionally recognized RDA Northeast Festival, each experience gives students the opportunity to perform.
Our season culminates in the Spring Concert, showcasing all levels of our school, and the Festival of Young Artists (FOYA). These events are central to our mission of developing confident, expressive young artists—on stage and beyond.
Summer Intensive- Advanced
Intensive Pre-professional Program ages 12 & up with pointe training
Ballet class or video submission* for placement required
Week 1: July 20-24
Week 2: July 27-31
Week 3: August 3-7
Week 4: August 10-14
Monday to Friday, 10am - 4 pm
4 classes per day. Each day begins with ballet technique and pointe followed by lunch. The afternoon consists of a variety of disciplines including Modern, Contemporary, Jazz, Acting for dancers, Gyrokinesis, Pilates, Seminars, and more. Classes are taught by distinguished guest artists and SSYB faculty. This program is designed to enrich and progress the dancer’s training and technique.
Summer Intensive- Intermediate
For dancers ages 9-12 years old with previous dance training. Placement class is required.
4 Classes per day taught by SSYB faculty and guest instructors. Ballet, Modern, Contemporary, Jazz, Dance History, Dance Vocabulary, Injury Prevention, and more!
Dancers should bring a packed lunch daily.
Monday to Friday, 10-4pm
Week 1: July 27- July 31
Week 2: August 3-8
Week 3: August 10-14
Thanksgiving Recess
No classes will be held.
Regular classes resume Monday, November 30th
Parents Night Out
Have a fun night out while we watch the kids!
Children will dance, do crafts, and watch a movie. Pizza and healthy snacks will be served. Come in comfortable clothes or PJs. Family and friends are welcome!
100% of proceeds will support Ballet 5 & 6 dancers to attend the Regional Dance America festival held this year at Wright State University May 20-22nd.
Learn more about RDA here
2 chances to attend: Saturday February 6th & March 13th
Children must be potty-trained
All sales are final. Orders are only transferable if for any reason you are unable to attend the February event, you may transfer to the March event.
Mid-Winter Recess
No regular classes will be held.
Regular classes resume Monday, February 22nd
Parents Night Out
Have a fun night out while we watch the kids!
Children will dance, do crafts, and watch a movie. Pizza and healthy snacks will be served. Come in comfortable clothes or PJs. Family and friends are welcome!
100% of proceeds will support Ballet 5 & 6 dancers to attend the Regional Dance America festival held this year at Wright State University May 20-22nd.
Learn more about RDA here
2 chances to attend: Saturday February 6th & March 13th
Children must be potty-trained
All sales are final. Orders are only transferable if for any reason you are unable to attend the February event, you may transfer to the March event.
Children’s Summer Program
Ages 7-10 years old with previous dance training. Ballet, jazz, and modern classes.
2- 4pm
2 Weeks Monday - Friday
Young Children’s Summer Program
Ages 4-7 no dance experience required
Ballet lesson that follows a different ballet theme each day along with crafts, stories, and related activities. All supplies provided.
10-12pm
3 Weeks Monday through Friday
Spring Concert
Join us to support the hard work and dedication of the dancers of Saratoga Springs Youth Ballet. The Spring Concert is the culmination of this year's studies in a celebration of dance.
Saratoga Springs Youth Ballet is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that is committed to providing quality professional dance training to pre-professional students throughout the Greater Saratoga region. Students achieve their potential as dancers and artists while learning in a collaborative environment. A focus is put on building self-confidence and maturity in a nurturing atmosphere with an emphasis on performance and positive reinforcement. Dancers learn the value of hard work and garner an appreciation and love for the arts.
Spring Concert Dress Rehearsal
Parents- Please refer to the Spring Concert Guidelines for call times
Festival of Young Artists
The Festival of Young Artists is an annual event held at Saratoga Performing Arts Center that presents student art shows, poetry slams, and live performances featuring hundreds of young dancers, singers, and musicians.
The festival debuted at SPAC in 2018, and this curated gallery space was originally created to celebrate the work of students involved in the 2020 Festival of Young Artists. The FOYA Online Gallery continues to serve as an ongoing platform for student artists in the region to share their artistic visions and achievements - to inspire and enrich their peers and the community - and we look forward to continuing the tradition in years to come!
This is a FREE event, but a ticket is required. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
Spring Break
Spring Break- Friday, April 3rd through Friday, April 10th.
Classes resume Saturday, April 11th
Mid-Winter Recess
No regular classes will be held. Classes resume Monday, February 23rd
Holiday Recess
No Classes Monday, December 22, 2025- Sunday, January 4, 2026.
Classes resume Monday, January 5th.
The Nutcracker
Saturday, December 20th Performances at 1pm & 6pm
Sunday, December 21st Peformance at 2pm
Thanksgiving Recess
We give thanks to our SSYB families and friends!
No classes from Wednesday through Sunday. Classes resume on Monday, November 31st
The Nutcracker Tea
Our largest Fundraiser of the year and in-demand event!
Held at the historic Canfield Casino, meet the characters from the Nutcracker while you shop from local artisans and vendors. Place a bid or two at the silent auction, then join us in the ballroom for a tea service and performance with live narration!
2 Chances to attend, 11am or 3pm
Children's Program Full-Day
Children's Program- Full Day
For dancers ages 9-12 years old with previous dance training. Placement class is required.
4 Classes per day taught by SSYB faculty and guest instructors. Ballet, Modern, Contemporary, Jazz, Dance History, Dance Vocabulary, Injury Prevention, and more!
Monday to Friday, 10-4pm
Week 1: July 28- August 1
Week 2: August 4-8
Week 3: August 11-15
Summer Intensive
Intensive Pre-professional Program ages 12 & up with pointe training
Ballet class or video submission* for placement required
Week 1: July 21-25
Week 2: July 28- August 1
Week 3: August 4-8
Week 4: August 11-15
Monday to Friday, 10am - 4 pm
4 classes per day. Each day begins with ballet technique and pointe followed by lunch. The afternoon consists of a variety of disciplines including Modern, Contemporary, Jazz, Acting for dancers, Gyrokinesis, Pilates, Seminars, and more. Classes are taught by distinguished guest artists and SSYB faculty. This program is designed to enrich and progress the dancer’s training and technique.
Children's Program Half- Day
Children's Program- Half Day
For dancers ages 7-10 years old with previous dance training
Ballet, jazz, and modern classes
Monday to Friday, 2- 4pm
Week 1: July 7-11
Week 2: July 14-18
Young Children's Summer Program
Young Children's Program ages 4-7 with no dance experience required
Program 1: July 7-11
Program 2: July 14-18
Program 3: July 21-25
Monday to Friday, 10-12pm
Ballet lesson that follows a different ballet theme each day along with crafts, stories, and related activities. All supplies provided.
Ballet at the Barrel
Bring family and friends out for drinks, yummy food, and a performance from the dancers in the Children’s Division (Levels- Creative Movement to Ballet 2).
This is an informal and fun opportunity for your dancer to perform their Spring Concert dance and for parents and guardians to meet other dance families ! Have a great time and support your favorite ballet studio.
Festival of Young Artists
The Festival of Young Artists is an annual event held at Saratoga Performing Arts Center that presents student art shows, poetry slams, and live performances featuring hundreds of young dancers, singers, and musicians.
The festival debuted at SPAC in 2018, and this curated gallery space was originally created to celebrate the work of students involved in the 2020 Festival of Young Artists. The FOYA Online Gallery continues to serve as an ongoing platform for student artists in the region to share their artistic visions and achievements - to inspire and enrich their peers and the community - and we look forward to continuing the tradition in years to come!
For FREE tickets visit: https://www.spacfoya.org/