The Timothy M. Draper Center for Dance Education in Rochester is a ballet school running summer intensives for dancers from beginner through pre-professional levels. Two-week intensives focus on classical ballet and jazz technique, while the three-week August Senior Intensive (Monday-Friday, full-day or half-day options, four levels, small classes) adds musical theater, contemporary, character, modern and cross-training. Housing with room, board and transportation is available for the senior intensive.
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We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Draper Center for Dance Education directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Caitlyn McKechneyWe switched our 8-year-old daughter to Draper Center for Dance Education at the beginning of the year, and the transformation in her technique and confidence has been nothing short of incredible. Her teachers are the perfect balance of disciplined and kind—so knowledgeable, supportive, and truly amazing at what they do. The level of instruction and focus on both proper form and performance is unmatched. It’s clear that Draper is not only the best dance school in the Rochester area, but possibly beyond. The progress she’s made in such a short time has blown us away, and we can’t wait to see how she continues to grow here. We have also had an amazingly welcoming experience from the other dancers as well as parents! We’re so thankful to have found this incredible school!
★★★★★Alicia OdrzywolskiMy daughter has been a student there for two years now and has grown so much! The teachers are very knowledgeable, insightful, and attentive. Students have many opportunities to grow and perform throughout the year. We’ve enjoyed the new space housed in the JCC and look forward to many years at Draper!
★★★★★gary coonBoy this was my first time seeing my granddaughter at ballet.. she just started, it is amazing what the instructor has accomplished in 10 months. So looking forward to her recital. Sorry you are not allowed to take pictures in class.
★★★★★Grant GlinieckiNot only is this the main origin of professional ballet dancers in Rochester, it also offers very approachable and affordable classes for beginners. The studios are well maintained and the teachers are professional and really understand how to both dance beautifully and ensure that your form is safe for your body.
★★★★★Maddy LeazThe Timothy M Draper Center for Dance Education is amazing place to dance because I dance there so take my word for it. Draper is the feeder school so if you do go threw all the way to the end of Draper's level you might be asked to be in the Rochester City Ballet. I hope that someday I'll get into that. As a paid professional.