‍Dates: 5 - 9 July 2026

Where: Te Whaea: National Dance and Drama Centre

This five-day course, offering intensive tuition in classical ballet and contemporary dance, is held in the first week of the winter school holidays. The programme offers young dancers the opportunity to learn from the School’s esteemed faculty of tutors alongside foremost national and international guest teachers.

All participants are exposed to diverse new challenges, with classes in classical, contemporary and allied dance styles. Senior dancers attend additional repertoire classes in their favoured form of dance: either ballet or contemporary. Winter School is suitable for students working at the equivalent of RAD Grade 5 up to Solo Seal.

Students will also have the opportunity to attend PATHWAYS – a FREE, informal information-sharing session for those interested in full-time study. Hosted by NZSD Director, Garry Trinder and other senior faculty members.

For questions or further information about our Winter School, please contact us.

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“Five days of dancing in top quality studios, with excellent teachers, alongside my friends who are as passionate about dance as I am.” - 2024 participant

“An amazing opportunity to broaden dancers minds.” - 2024 participant

“A fantastic opportunity to dance in world class studios and stretch a child’s love of dance.” - 2024 participant