The New York Dance Festival (Summer Dance Intensive) begins at 8 AM and concludes at 5:30 PM Monday - Friday for two weeks! Classes include 8 1/2 hours of dance a day, with dance opportunities in Modern, Ballet, Hip Hop, MT Afro Hip Hop, Tap, African, Reinforced Motor Function® RMF and MT (Sean McLeod's codified technique).

What makes the New York Dance Festival unique is its unlimited access: access for the client, for the master teacher, and to understanding the professional process, all of which is facilitated by an acclaimed International faculty. The Festival has three different levels - beginner, intermediate, and advanced, so no one has to be overlooked or put through the emotional trials of an audition. Our program is also based on the emotional safety of our participants, which is reflected in the New York Institute of Dance and Education's philosophy that "successful teaching requires paying equal attention to the heart of every participant." Each participant, as well as their parent/guardian, is required to sign our "Right to a Positive Work Environment" contract. This agreement ensures that no degrading, embarrassing or sarcastic statements will be made in public or private that could foster a negative learning environment. No belittling or unpleasant conversations compromising the dignity and respect of the participants or faculty will be tolerated. This policy allows everyone at the Festival to

release their fears and to reach our number one goal - to have fun!

Special Masterclasses!

• MT Afro Hip Hop Master classes with International Producer, Sean McLeod
• Special Reinforced Motor Function classes lead by Lorienne Beals!
• Special West African Dance master classes lead by Yesutor Kotoka, with drum and dance support by the Adanfo Ensemble!
• Check out the rest of the class schedule here.