How many classes will students take each day?

Students will take classes Monday-Friday 9:30am-4:45pm including a rehearsal  in preparation for the final day performance. Saturday classes will run from 9:30-12:45. Here is one example of what a typical day would look like:

• 9:30-11:00 Ballet Class
• 11:15-12:15 Variations Class
• 12:15-1:00 Lunch
• 1:00-2:15 Jazz
• 2:30-3:45 Rehearsal
• 3:45-4:45 Conditioning

What is the student boarding like?

Boarding students for the AMB Summer Intensive will stay in student housing on the campus of Creighton University in downtown Omaha, Nebraska. Each suite includes 4 bedrooms, a furnished living room, a full kitchen (dishwasher, stove, refrigerator), and two full baths. Each student will have their own bedroom that includes a twin bed, desk, chair, and dresser. The building is fully air conditioned and has free wi-fi.

What will boarding students eat?

Students will typically have breakfast in their suite, utilizing the full kitchen and the provided grocery items. Dinner will take place at the Dining Hall on the Creighton campus, a full-service cafeteria. On dance days, lunch will be provided at the Hoff Center (where the dance studios are located.) On off days, meals may take place at the Dining Hall or at off-campus excursions.

Will students be supervised at all times?

Boarding students will have 24/7 supervision by a Resident Advisor (RA) through AMB. The RAs will be staying with the students at the housing facility. RAs will also accompany students on excursions and trips. While at the dance studios, students will be under the care of the AMB faculty, staff and RAs.

What will boarding students do while not dancing?

During the Summer Intensive program, students may also have the opportunity to experience a taste of the Omaha Metro area through excursions to local sites or events. Past excursions have included trips to Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, the Luminarium, and local performances. These activities will be supervised by the RAs and include transportation (when applicable). Activities may also take place at the housing facility. These activities will be supervised by the RA staff and include things such as: crafts, movies, ice cream parties, and games.