SIBA SUMMER INTENSIVE WORKSHOP SALZBURG 2008 FAQ - All you need to know... SIBA HOUSE RULES AND REGULATIONS When should I arrive / depart ?
We would like you to arrive at least 1 day before starting. Rooms will be available as of Thursday, July 9th, at no extra charge. After the end of the workshop you may stay until Wed. Aug. 6th Please notify us your arrival departure with full flights details. Which airport I fly to?
The cheapest flight will be to Munich (Franz-Josef-Straus Airport) But if you like to spend more money you can fly directly to Salzburg. There is a train connection from Munich airport to Salzburg main train station, (you take the S train from the airport to West Munich station and then change to the Salzburg train. The easier way, and about same price (70 Euro both ways) the shuttle service (SMS) is available also from Munich airport, you can book your pickup online: http://www.mietwagenservice.at/anfrage_e.php , or send them an email. Do I need any kind of insurance?
When you buy your airline ticket, we suggest that you will pay extra for insurance in case of lost luggage or any occurrence during the flight.. It is just a few dollars more. A good travel insurance will also cover you if you for some reason, need to leave the workshop and want a refund. All our students are required to have a medical insurance that is valid for Europe. you must fill in the appropriate place in the registration form about your insurance. If you do not have a medical insurance for Europe, you can obtain it on arrival at the workshop. the price is 35 Euro for one month medical insurance. Please note that this insurance is for medical purposes only, not for lost luggage or airline tickets. Where are the dormitories?
The dormitory, studios, and all facilities are under one roof, at “Herz Jesus Gymnasium”. You will find the address and pictures of the rooms on our accommodations page
What if I don’t want to stay in a dormitory?
Students who wish to stay in a hotel - please check www.hotel-ami.com for accommodations. We will be happy to help with hotel reservations for accompanying family members. We also have some guest rooms available at the monastery on the school grounds. Please contact Nili for help. Where do I get my breakfast?
Your accommodations at our dormitories include a daily breakfast. Where do I buy food?
There are supermarkets all over the city. There are also quiet a few restaurants in Euro Park, 5 min. walk from the school. Do you have a meal-plan? We do not have a meal plan this year, as There are several restaurants in Euro-Park for Lunch and Dinners, 5 minutes walk from the school. Breakfast at the school included in the rooms price. How do I travel in the city? How do I get to the studio?
When you arrive in Salzburg we will have an orientation meeting. You will receive a map of the city and recommendations how to get around. The studios are located inside the school area, on the basement floor. Where do I do my laundry?
There is a washing machine on each floor of the dormitories for personal use. you will have to buy your own detergent. Bedding and towels will be washed for you at the school laundry service once a week. Do I need to bring linen?
No, do not bring any lined nor blankets. You will be provided with towels and bedding. However, we recommend to bring 2 extra towels. How many students are in a room?
We have rooms for 2 , 3 and 5 students. The rooms /roommates will be assigned on arrival. you will be able to choose your roommates, or share a room with your accompanying person. Please let us know in advance if you are coming with a chaperon/parent/teacher, so we can book the extra rooms. Accompanying persons will be charged 25 Euro a night. the regular dormitory rooms are 340 Euro for the entire workshop, and if you would like to have a single room, there is an extra charge of 100 euros for the duration.
What about security and dormitory rules?
the school gates and outside doors will be locked at midnight. if you intend to stay longer at night, please contact the teacher in charge for that day and you will be given a key. All dormitory rooms have keys. There will be a few adults on duty every night, and most of the teachers live at the school for the duration of the workshop. SIBA will not be responsible for any valuables left in the rooms. Passports and money can be locked in the office safe. Please contact the administrator or arrival to place those items in the safe. There is absolutely no smoking and no alcohol in the compound. We ask you to respect the property as you do with your own. Will there be other expenses that I have to pay?
Salzburg is lovely in the summer and has wonderful restaurants, cafes, movie theaters. You will have to pay this yourself. SIBA has also arranged for some sightseeing tours at a very low cost, which will be announced later. (approx. 20 Euro) Is there a dress code for the workshop?
We respect the traditional ballet dress code, try to look like a professional, mature ballet dancer. What time shall I arrive to class?
The studio will be open 1 hour before classes begin. The detailed schedule will be posted every week in advance. It will specify what variation you learn, what rehearsal you take and the teachers of that week. There will be a different schedule each week. Some evenings will be blocked for dress rehearsals and light, and some evenings will be dedicated to lectures and showing movies about dance. The evening events are mandatory. YOU MUST BE AT THE STUDIO AT LEAST 15 MIN. BEFORE YOUR TEACHER ARRIVES, AND DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, LEAVE THE STUDIO BEFORE THE END OF CLASS. (Unless its an emergency, and then do it discreet not to disturb class) If I need private coaching?
This will be discussed case by case with your teacher. If you need it and we have an available studio, we will try to give some coaching. How do I call my parents/friends in America or other countries?
You can buy a calling card for the public phones. Or make sure that your cell phone works in Europe. There is a public phone in the dorm, you can call from there and have your family call you back to the phone in the lobby of your floor. What if my parents want to get in touch with me?
Nili Glaser, the workshop director will take messages in case of an emergency or very important issues at the following number: (+43) 676 939 7711 When can we do our shopping, banking etc...? From previous experience we have decided to give the students one free day on Saturdays, to do their shopping, and anything else they wish to do on their free day. there will be also sightseeing excursions on those days which you can join. Sunday will be a regular working day, mostly for rehearsals. Is there Internet connection in the rooms? Internet connection can be arranged on request. Let us know if you bring your computer and need it. (at 10 Euro) there is also public computers / internet on each floor for students use. Do you have an installment payment plan? Yes we do have an installment plan. please contact Nili, the Adm. Director for details. Please note that if you want to use the installment payments, you have to start latest on February, and there is a charge of 3.5% for each Credit cards payment. (PayPal) online will be charged additional 3.5%. Is it safe to roam around Salzburg at night?
Yes. Salzburg is a very safe city, there are a lot of tourists here in the summer. We suggest, especially for young girls, not to linger around the railway station and late at night avoid the bars on Rudolfskai, there may be tourists who had too much to drink. Otherwise the old city is beautiful for a walk at all times. For more information about Salzburg, log http://www2.salzburg.info// What else should I bring with me to the workshop? PACKING & CLOTHING: From previous experience, please do not pack your things in one gigantic suitcase, better divide it to 2 medium size suitcases, all carriers allow 2 pieces luggage plus hand luggage! it will be easier for you to carry around. For classes and performances, please bring enough leotards, (at least 2 black ones) leg warmers, one long flowing skirt, any color will do. character shoes, Boys, please bring at least one pair of long black pants (Jazz pants). For daily wear, Salzburg is on the mountains, with changing weather daily, bring clothes that can be worn in layers, one jacket, umbrella (yes, it rains sometimes in the summer...) and some warmer clothes. Also, even though we supply you with towels, sometimes they run out or all at the wash, so we advise you to bring 2 extra towels. Don't forget all necessary medication, Bring your usual headache, muscle relaxes etc, ) as well as medical insurance information. IMPORTANT: If you are on any prescribed medication, please notify the office, and bring enough supply with you as you might not be able to buy medicine in Salzburg with a doctor's prescription from another country. SALZBURG FESTIVAL EVENTS The FESTSPIELE is Salzburg's biggest festival event of the year, featuring ballets, opera, theater, street parties and much more. SIBA students are invited to attend one or two dress rehearsals for the opera. The festival starts July 23 - August 31, and you can check out a lot of info in these 2 websites: (in English) http://www2.salzburg.info//festspiele.html
http://www.salzburgfestival.at/home_e.php?lang=2
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