PORTOROZ-PORTOROSE INTERNATIONAL BALLET COMPETITION
PORTOROZ-PORTOROSE INTERNATIONAL BALLET COMPETITION
Exclusive offer for IBC Portorož 2026 competitors: continue your artistic development through professional training, ballet productions, gala performances and world-class masterclasses in Portorož.
All participants of the International Ballet Competition Portorož–Portorose 2026 are entitled to an exclusive 50% discount on the registration fee for selected programmes of the International Summer Ballet Camp DANCS 2026, held in Portorož, Slovenia. DANCS is an international ballet festival and summer training programme offering intensive workshops, masterclasses, performances, and professional development opportunities for young dancers.
For dancers wishing to make the most of their stay in Portorož, the Additional Professional Training for Young Ballet Dancers offers the perfect continuation immediately after the competition.
This intensive programme is designed to support the artistic and technical development of talented young dancers and help prepare them for professional careers, auditions, and international ballet competitions. In addition to daily ballet classes, repertoire workshops, coaching sessions, and rehearsals, participants actively prepare for full ballet productions and perform in them as part of the programme.
In 2026, participants will take part in the preparation and performance of the following ballet productions:
Participants will also have the opportunity to perform in two DANCS International Ballet Gala Evenings, sharing the stage with dancers from around the world.
The Additional Professional Training for Young Ballet Dancers programme concludes on 9 August 2026, providing participants with nearly three weeks of intensive artistic growth, stage experience, and professional development.
The next stage of training continues with the Classical Ballet Masterclass, beginning on 27 July 2026, only five days after the conclusion of IBC Portorož 2026.
This prestigious programme offers high-level classical ballet training led by internationally renowned ballet teachers, pedagogues, and artists. Participants receive intensive daily instruction focused on classical ballet technique, artistry, musicality, and performance quality.
In addition to masterclasses, participants will also have the opportunity to perform in two DANCS International Ballet Gala Evenings, gaining valuable stage experience before an international audience.
The Classical Ballet Masterclass concludes on 8 August 2026.
All registered competitors of IBC Portorož 2026 will receive a unique promotional code. When completing the DANCS application form, simply enter the code to automatically receive the 50% registration fee discount.
The promotional code will be sent directly to eligible competitors after their acceptance to the competition.
In addition to world-class training and performance opportunities, DANCS offers participants exceptionally affordable accommodation in Portorož, including a full-board option, allowing young dancers to focus entirely on their artistic development while enjoying one of the most beautiful destinations on the Adriatic coast.
We look forward to welcoming IBC Portorož participants to continue their ballet journey at DANCS 2026 and experience an unforgettable summer of learning, performing, inspiration, and international friendships.
