New York Magazine
"One of the most knowledgeable, experienced and respected children's ballet instructors anywhere is Mireille Briane."

Los Angeles Times
"Oleg Briansky, who served as general artistic director for the film "Children of Theatre Street," is a man who has long known what ballet and ballet dancers are all about."
Martin Bernheimer,
L.A. Times

STAFF
Staff counselors and staff are carefully selected for their interest in young people and their competence in dance and music.   As well as providing individual student supervision, counselors are responsible for organizing group activities and pastimes.

Housemothers are present at all times to look after the students and offer personal help or advice.

HOUSING & MEALS
A large dormitory accommodates students and staff in single and double rooms. Roommates are assigned with attention to age and temperament. Requests for specific roommates will be considered. The directors reserve the right to make final assignments. The dance studios are within walking distance of the residence space.

Well-balanced meals, supervised by an authorized dietician, are served at regular hours in the nearby dining hall.

A list of equipment required for ballet classes and suggested wardrobe will be provided.

RULES
Our primary concern is the well being and safety of our students.  Any personal injury, no matter how slight, must immediately be reported to the office.  No student may leave the school premises without permission from a staff member or leave unchaperoned.  BSBC requires written permission from the parents for any individual outing outside of the school's activities.  Students are held financially responsible for any damages to their rooms or college property through their actions or carelessness.

SPORTS & CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
It is our opinion that swimming and rest periods provide the necessary relaxation to sustain energy and a positive attitude in the class room.  Students are encouraged to attend the olympic size swimming pool of Skidmore College daily (at assigned times under supervision).  Occasional shopping trips to nearby Saratoga Mall take place on Saturday afternoons.  Weather permitting, Sunday excursions (picnics and swimming) are planned at Lake George. 

A special pass to the New York City Ballet will be distributed to the students upon arrival enabling them to attend the performances of the season.

STUDENT AWARDS
Written Essay
Students are encouraged to write an essay on a ballet topic of their choice.  Weekly visits to the Skidmore Library are supervised by the Housemother.  Three essays will be selected.

Talent Show
A tradition at our camp, it is scheduled during the first week of July.  We urge the students to participate, and to prepare themselves for this event by bringing whatever is needed to perform (cassette, audio tapes, CD, costumes, etc.).

A party for July birthdays will follow the Talent Show.

Photo Competition
The three most outstanding photos showing the creativity and artistic sense of the student will be exhibited.

MEET THE ARTISTS SERIES
It provides BSBC students with a unique opportunity to share the insights of world renowned performers, dance historians and critics.

Talks are given by distinguished guests invited to the Center to meet the students.  Past guests have included Shaun O'Brien, Selma Jeanne Cohen, Judith Fugate, Tamara Geva, Nancy Goldner, Doris Hering, Marion Horosko, Robert Johnson, Deborah Jowitt, Anna Kisselgoff, Regina Kunzle, Sondra Lee, Adam Luders, P.W. Manchester, Patricia McAndrew, Coleen Neary, Don McDonagh, Walter Terry, John Taras, Violette Verdy, Kate Keller, Kathy Van Patten and Robert Tracy.
Christopher Wheeldon shares his ballet experience with BSBC students

FILMS
A series of full-length movies and documentaries covering a wide range of international ballets and performers are shown weekly.