August Course
August 4 – 15, 2025
August 4 – August 15, 2025
Curriculum
Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet’s August Course focuses on refining ballet technique and gaining strength and stamina for dancers ages 9-19 with over two years of previous ballet training. Our CPYB academic year faculty are each trained in Marcia Dale Weary’s proven teaching curriculum focusing on instilling correct and well-articulated movement.
When:
Students may choose either the first week or both weeks of the program. Accepted dancers who confirm enrollment must be available for placement class on Sunday, August 3rd.
Week 1: Monday, August 4 – Friday, August 8, 2025
Week 2: Monday, August 11 – Friday, August 15, 2025
Tuition
Both Weeks:
Week 1 Only
Security Fee – $65.00
While CPYB does not hold auditions for the August Course, dancers must submit an application submit an application for review and consideration. The application has three required photos: a headshot, Croisé fourth on relevé, and First arabesque. Pointe shoes are not required for photos. Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis and applicants are notified of their acceptance, with any applicable next steps. Dancers accepted to the program can expect classes to begin in the morning and conclude early afternoon, Monday – Friday.
Housing
Housing is not provided by CPYB during the August Course. Extended-stay hotels closest to our studios include MainStay Suites Carlisle-Harrisburg, Residence Inn Carlisle, Comfort Suites Carlisle, and Homewood Suites by Hilton.
Please email info@cpyb.org with any questions and join our mailing list for notifications.
“Thank you!! My daughter, Ellie, has had a fantastic experience there (CPYB). Your program is so well run, coordinated and supervised. It’s been really great and she says she’s learned so much in the classes.”
California
“Again, thank you so much for all that you have done (for Morgan). Your program is truly amazing. Our younger daughter, Brooke, is having the time of her life as well!!”
Missouri
Payment Policy
If the full payment of tuition and/or any other CPYB August Course Program fees along with all required forms and materials are not received by the stated deadlines, the student will be placed on a waiting list.
All payments will be processed through the credit card or bank account on file in your CPYB Family Portal. A 2.59% surcharge will be incurred for each credit card payment. CPYB accepts Visa, MasterCard, and Discover. Debit cards and bank drafts do not have additional fees.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to notify their financial institution regarding limits on their account or fraud prevention. Transactions declined for any reason incur a $35 declined transaction fee.
Withdrawal Policy
Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet must receive written notice of a student withdrawing from the August Course Program through an official withdrawal form. The Parent or Guardian will be responsible for all payments due until this written notice of withdrawal is received. Verbal notification of withdrawal will not be accepted. Withdrawal forms can be requested by emailing info@cpyb.org.
Unforeseeable Disasters Policy
As we saw in 2020, there may be unforeseeable disasters that would cause CPYB to restructure and/or cancel our program(s). If CPYB were to alter its program due to an unforeseeable disaster, we will offer discounts, deferments and/or refunds at our discretion.
PLEASE NOTE:
Even with an unforeseeable disaster, CPYB will not refund your application fee or half of your tuition.
Refund Policy
Tuition paid is non-refundable and non-transferable to another student or program.
If a student must withdrawal from the program due to prolonged illness or severe injury that prohibits their participation, verified by a doctor’s certificate, CPYB will consider an account credit option for tuition paid at the time of withdrawal.
After the August Course Program has started, tuition paid is non-refundable and non-transferable to another student or program.
Applications Are Now Being Accepted!
Register or apply today for our 2025 August Course!