URBAN POWER Italy
From 27 to 30 July 2026
Get ready to experience the electrifying energy of POWER URBAN — Four intensive days of workshops dedicated to the most dynamic styles of urban dance! Enjoy six hours of daily classes with international instructors who will transform your technique, style, and stage presence. From Acrobatics to Street Jazz, through Hip Hop and House, each day will be a high-intensity journey filled with strength, rhythm, and creativity.
Let yourself be carried away by the power of Urban and take your dancing to the next level!
Our Summer School participants have won scholarships and are now working in New York City!
All classes are mandatory.
FAQ – ITALY
Program
27 – 30 July 2026 – schedule subject to change
The Stage is of a professional nature: it is an intensive program, 6 hours of study per day.
All classes are mandatory.
JULY 27 – Monday
Mirko Giordano – Hip Hop
Special Guest – Street Jazz
International Competition →
JULY 28 – Tuesday
Hip Hop: Marcello Gargarelli
Acrobatics: Mirko Giordano
Street Jazz: Special Guest
Stepping: Mirko Giordano
JULY 29 – Wednesday
Hip Hop: Marcello Gargarelli
Acrobatics: Mirko Giordano
Stepping: Mirko Giordano
Special Guest: to be announced in May
JULY 30 – Thursday
House: Roberto Spalluto
Acrobatics: Mirko Giordano
Hip Hop: Mirko Giordano
Special Guest: to be announced in May
N.B. The Artistic Direction reserves the right to modify the schedule if needed for technical or artistic reasons, in order to ensure the best outcome of the Event.
Teachers 2026
Mirko Giordano, HIp Hop – Acrobatics – Stepping
Special Guest, Street Jazz
Marcello Gargarelli, Hip Hop – Street Jazz
Roberto Spalluto, House
Special Guests will be announced on May
Registration
Urban Power Enrollment fee is €700
The enrollment fee refers exclusively to the classes.
Meals and accommodation are not included in the fee.
Scholarships
You can obtain a scholarship to participate in Urban Power through:
- video audition;
- selections held during our events;
- during Special Firenze;
- at partner events;
- by taking part in our ambassadors’ workshops.
For the audition, send a video (maximum 60 seconds) of a recent performance. You can send the video via WhatsApp →, also indicating your age and the dance school you come from. We will get back to you as soon as possible with the results.
Note: Sending the audition video does not in any way obligate you to purchase the courses, nor does it require the organization to accept the participation of those who send the video. Likewise, the video will not be shared. It will be viewed exclusively by M. Fini and his collaborators for the evaluation of the audition itself.
Location
Fini Dance Studios, Villapiana Lido (CS)
Accomodations
Students and their companions are requested to stay in the affiliated accommodations, booking through Fini Dance, for better organization of the Summer Intensive.
Costs per person
Costs apply to both students and their companions.
All accommodations are very close to the Fini Dance Studios, just a few minutes’ walk away.
For more information and to book your accommodation, please write to housing@finidance.nyc.
In Apartment
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There are supermarkets, bars, and restaurants nearby to meet everyone’s needs.
Bed linen is not provided.
Cleaning services are not included.
In Hotel
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URBAN POWER New York
From August 22 to September 2, 2026
In Manhattan, under the artistic direction of Antonio Fini, the International Summer School offers two intensive weeks of classes in various dance styles, culminating in a final performance at the Alvin Ailey Dance Theater during the Fini International Dance Award.
The URBAN POWER program is open to all dancers — no audition required to enroll.
URBAN POWER: Hip Hop – House – Street Jazz – Heels – and much more
Intermediate to advanced level, with open access (no audition).
Participants can freely choose their classes, including cross‑over options, perfect for those aiming for spectacular performances and a more commercial approach.
This program focuses on high‑impact performances and visual expression for dancers who dream of “living the experience.”
Scholarships for top dance centers in New York and Italy will be awarded during the classes.
At the end of the course, each participant will receive the FINI DANCE NEW YORK CERTIFICATE.
Minimum age to join the International Summer School: 14 years (accompanied by an adult). From age 16, independent travel is allowed.
FAQ – NEW YORK
Program
From August 22nd to September 2nd 2026
The festival in Manhattan takes place from August 22nd to September 2nd with a show and performance at the Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theater on August 30th.
A unique international experience in the heart of New York, with classes and the opportunity to perform on the Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theater stage during the Fini International Dance Award →.
At the end of the program, you will receive the Certificate of Attendance International Summer School – Fini Dance New York 2026.
The workshop is professional in nature.
All classes are mandatory.
The program* also includes the following activities:
- 22 Hotel check-in and visit to TIME SQUARE (for those who opt for the flight & accommodation package)
- 23 Stretching in Central Park
- 24 Brooklyn Photoshoot**
- 25 Ferry to the Statue of Liberty (for those who opt for the flight & accommodation package)
- 26 Pizza at Ribalta
- 27 Lincoln Center Theaters (for those who opt for the flight & accommodation package)
- 28 9/11 Memorial and MoMA (for those who opt for the flight & accommodation package)
- 29 Theater rehearsals
- 30 Performance at Alvin Ailey Citigroup
- 30 VIP Gala – Red Carpet
SEPTEMBER
- 1 Coney Island Beach (for those who opt for the flight & accommodation package)
- 2 Extra Shopping and Departure
* the program, which includes activities reserved for members of the flight & accommodation package, may be subject to changes
** Photoshoot and performances will be followed by Angie Valentino, make-up artist for Good Morning America and the musical Aladdin, together with the BCM makeup artists (Professional Makeup School of Milan).
Program details will be added closer to the event to offer participants the opportunity to attend lessons from the best teachers in their disciplines.
Teachers 2026
Coming Soon
Among the teachers of the past years we find directors and dancers of important companies and schools, including:
- Michael Mao Dance New York
- Erick Hawkins Dance Company
- Paul Taylor American Modern Dance
- Martha Graham Dance Company
- Buglisi Dance Theater
- Limon Dance Company
- Fini Dance New York
- Abarukas Dance Company
- American Ballet Theater
- Boston Ballet
- Staten Island Ballet
Costs
International Summer School (2.200€ per person)
- Masterclass at the Summer Intensive, Dream or Urban Power New York in Manhattan, under the direction of Antonio Fini
- Performance at the Fini International Dance Award
- Certificate of attendance International Summer School – New York 2026
- Professional Photoshoot
- Dedicated private Whatsapp group for members
Flight&Accommodation Package from Italy (2.800€ per person) includes:
- Roundtrip airfare Milan – New York (limited seats)
- Accommodation 11 nights in Manhattan hotel in shared quadruple rooms
- Roundtrip flight insurance
- Health insurance
- Transfer by private bus to and from NYC airport / Hotel
- ESTA issuance (U.S. Electronic System for Authorization to Land in the U.S.)
- VIP Ticket for 1 entry for the Fini International Dance Award
- VIP Ticket Reception Party of the Awards
- Dedicated private Whatsapp group for attendees
- Visit location Lincoln Center
- Visit Steps on Broadway location
- Visit Brooklyn Bridge
- Visit 9/11 Memorial
- Visit Financial District
- Visit Oculus
- Visit Times Square
- Visit Central Park
- Visit Patrick’s Cathedral & 5th Avenue
- Rockefeller Center
- Grand Central Terminal
- Staten Island Ferry
- High Line
- Coney Island
- Bryant Park
- New York Library
- Chinatown & Little Italy
NOT included in the offer
- Transfers in Italy
- meals or drinks
- drinks or beverages in the hotel
- travel in New York City
- entrance tickets to monuments and museums not indicated
- extra and personal expenses
N.B. The Artistic Direction reserves the right to modify the program in case of technical or artistic needs, for a better success of the Event.
Scholarships
You can obtain a scholarship to participate in Urban Power through:
- video audition;
- selections held during our events;
- during Special Firenze;
- at partner events;
- by taking part in our ambassadors’ workshops.
For the audition, send a video (maximum 60 seconds) of a recent performance. You can send the video via WhatsApp →, also indicating your age and the dance school you come from. We will get back to you as soon as possible with the results.
Note: Sending the audition video does not in any way obligate you to purchase the courses, nor does it require the organization to accept the participation of those who send the video. Likewise, the video will not be shared. It will be viewed exclusively by M. Fini and his collaborators for the evaluation of the audition itself.
Accomodations
Students and their companions are requested to stay in the affiliated facilities, booking through Fini Dance, for a better organization of the Summer Intensive.
Flight&Accommodation Package from Italy (2.800€ per person) includes:
- Roundtrip airfare Milan – New York (limited seats)
- Accommodation 11 nights in Manhattan hotel in shared quadruple rooms
- Roundtrip flight insurance
- Health insurance
- Transfer by private bus to and from NYC airport / Hotel
- ESTA issuance (U.S. Electronic System for Authorization to Land in the U.S.)
- VIP Ticket for 1 entry for the Fini International Dance Award
- VIP Ticket Reception Party of the Awards
- Dedicated private Whatsapp group for attendees
- Visit location Lincoln Center
- Visit Steps on Broadway location
- Visit Brooklyn Bridge
- Visit 9/11 Memorial
- Visit Financial District
- Visit Oculus
- Visit Times Square
- Visit Central Park
- Visit Patrick’s Cathedral & 5th Avenue
- Rockefeller Center
- Grand Central Terminal
- Staten Island Ferry
- High Line
- Coney Island
- Bryant Park
- New York Library
- Chinatown & Little Italy
N.B. The Artistic Direction reserves the right to modify the program in case of technical or artistic needs, for a better success of the Event.
Click here to learn more about our flight&accommodation package
Location
Manhattan, New York
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You can participate in the Summer Intensive through: video audition, selections that take place at the fair, partner events, workshops of our ambassadors.
For the audition please send the video of your performance via whatsapp or link the video via email. You will be contacted as soon as possible for the results!
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- From July 5th to 23th or from 12th to 31th if three weeks;
- From July 5th to 31st July if four weeks.
All classes are compulsory.
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