"Adult dancers, continuing practitioners, and returning movers all deserve access to rigorous training, inspiration, and community."
—Artistic Director Linda-Denise Fisher-Harrell, interviewed for Dance Magazine
Dance On! is an adult summer intensive retreat experience at Hubbard Street Dance Chicago open to dancers ages 26 and up who want to focus on an intermediate+ level movement practice.
For adult dance practitioners, it can be hard to find a rigorous intensive program that matches your availability. And for dance instructors, we know all too well how much energy you give to helping your students achieve a higher level of excellence in their training, often at the expense of your own. Come and give yourself the gift of a long weekend at Hubbard Street to get back into your instrument and reinvigorate your movement regimen!
A variety of contemporary dance techniques and body conditioning will be offered, reflective of the Hubbard Street Main Company's training, creation process, and repertoire. Over an intense weekend, students will receive professional level instruction, attention, and feedback and will learn current repertory from Hubbard Street Company Members. The program culminates in an informal sharing.
Dance On! 2026 Application Coming Soon
Click below to fill out our interest form to be among the first to know when the application goes live!
OPTION 1
4-DAY INTENSIVE
July 9, 2026 – Technique Day (Floorwork, Contemporary, Ballet, Countertechnique)
July 10-12, 2026 – Technique, Hubbard Street repertoire, and choreographic process with a Company Dancer, culminating in an informal showing on July 12.
OPTION 2
3-DAY INTENSIVE
July 10-12, 2026 – Technique, Hubbard Street repertoire, and choreographic process with a Company Dancer, culminating in an informal showing on July 12.
Dance on! 2026 SAMPLE SCHEDULE
Details are subject to change
THURSDAY, JULY 9 (TECHNIQUE DAY)
| 9:30am | Check-in |
| 10:00am–11:00am | Ballet |
| 11:15am-12:15pm | Horton |
| 12:15-1:15pm | Catered Lunch & Conversation |
| 1:15-2:00pm | Pelvic Floor |
| 2:15-3:30pm | Countertechnique |
| 4:15-5:45pm | Summer Intensive Showing (Attendance optional) |
FRIDAY, JULY 10
| 9:30am | Check-in |
| 10:00am–11:15am | Contemporary |
| 11:30am–12:45pm | West African |
| 12:45–1:45pm | Catered Lunch & Conversation |
| 1:45-2:15pm | Re-Warm Up |
| 2:15–5:00pm | HSDC Repertory Rehearsal |
| 6:00pm | Welcome Dinner TBA |
SATURDAY, JULY 11
| 10:00am–10:45am | Yoga |
| 11:00am-12:15pm | Ballet |
| 12:15–1:15pm | Catered Lunch & Conversation |
| 1:15–2:45pm | Horton |
| 3:00–5:00pm | HSDC Repertory Rehearsal |
SUNDAY, JULY 12
| 10:00–11:15am | Countertechnique |
| 11:30am–12:45pm | Jazz |
| 12:45–1:45pm | Catered Lunch & Conversation |
| 1:45–2:15pm | Re-Warm Up |
| 2:15–3:45pm | Run of Sharing |
| 4:30–5:30pm | Culmination Demonstration / Toast |
FAQ
Dance isn’t just for those under 25 or the pre-professional dancer. Dance is an expressive art form that artists should enjoy throughout their lives in a supportive community. Dance practice is vital and possible for dancing adults interested in continuous learning. At Hubbard Street, we are interested in fostering a community of artists dedicated to dance and creating dance at all ages and stages of life. There’s no better way to teach this philosophy than to live it. Wherever you are in your dance journey, your dance practice should continue, we encourage you to Dance On!
4-DAY INTENSIVE: $950 USD
3-DAY INTENSIVE: $800 USD
This can be paid in full upon registration, or in two installments: 50% upon registration, and 50% by June 1, 2026.
Participants will receive one piece of Hubbard Street Dance Chicago merchandise, a yoga mat, catered lunches, and a complimentary Welcome Dinner.
Applications for Dance On! 2026 will open early next year. Stay tuned for more information!
For the safety of all participants, we are asking that training should begin at an intermediate level.
Dance On! is created and directed by Hubbard Street Artistic Director Linda-Denise Fisher-Harrell, who will also teach class during the program!
The faculty will also include Hubbard Street Company Dancers, Artistic staff, and a variety of leading contemporary dance and movement practitioners. Stay tuned for the full roster to be announced soon!
To ensure all participants have enough room in our studio space, we will cap the number of dancers to 35.
Hubbard Street's Pritzker Foundation Studio at Water Tower Place
835 N. Michigan Ave
4th Floor
Chicago, IL 60611
Housing is not provided by HSDC, but those coming from out-of-town will be provided with a list of recommended nearby hotels.
Yes, a limited number of guests will be allowed to watch the informal showing. Details forthcoming.
