The INTENSIVE 2026
Join The LAUNCH Chicago THIS summer at The INTENSIVE, a three-day pre-professional intensive experience that will take your training to new heights. An opportunity to train with renowned faculty members throughout the Chicagoland Area as well as the dancers & directors of The LAUNCH Chicago. You won’t want to miss this incredible opportunity Summer 2026.
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Registration NOW OPEN
Details
Date: June 23-25, 2026
Time: 9am-2:30pm
Ages: 8-18
Registration Rate: $250
Early Bird Registration Rate: $200 (2/1-2/14)
Location: Duet Dance Academy
1025 N Randall Road
Elgin, IL 60123
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*The INTENSIVE can be used as an audition for The LAUNCH Chicago's YOUTH Ensemble*​
If you can't attend the whole intensive, but want to attend 1-2 days, email info@thelaunchchicago for pro-rated pricing!
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The INTENSIVE location is generously sponsored by Duet Dance Academy.
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Sample Schedule
9-9:30am: Warm Up
9:30-10:30am: Contemporary
10:30-11:30am: Jazz Technique
11:30-12:00: Lunch
12:00-1:30: Ballet
1:30-2:30pm: Repertory
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Official schedule will be released 2 weeks prior to The INTENSIVE.
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The final day there will be a showing of material learned throughout The INTENSIVE.
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