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Ballet class (Vaganova School), audition and contest preparation for intermediate and advanced students
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In addition to ballet classes and stretching, I also provide audition preparation and competition training variations.
My ballet class is typically divided into two parts: Barre and Center, which include adagio, pirouettes, and jumps. We can reserve time for pointe technique upon request as well. During classes, attention is given not only to the technical aspects of the combinations provided but also to their musicality and the logic of movements. Detailed analysis is also provided on which muscles should be engaged in each movement and what sensations the student should experience when executing the steps correctly.
It would be great if you could share a video of your class or variation performance before our first class. This will allow me to assess your level and make our lesson as productive as possible.

My schedule is flexible, so the table below may not include all possible hours for our class. Write to me and indicate your preferences. I will answer you as soon as possible!

Very soon you will see the summer offer. Believe me, it will be wonderful!
Save my page or write me a short message - "Summer Ballet Classes". You will be the first to receive information and priority for booking summer classes.
Extra information
Classes for intermediate and advanced levels include barre, centre, and pointe.
Suitable clothing for dance movement
Location
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Online from United Kingdom
About Me
Hello, I'm Elena.
I'm a professional ballet dancer and a highly qualified instructor with 20 years of teaching experience. I trained at the prestigious Vaganova Ballet Academy and was mentored by ballet masters from the Mariinsky Theatre (formerly known as the Kirov Theatre).

My Theatre Experience:
My experience in theatre encompasses both classical and contemporary ballets. Under the guidance of ballet masters from the Mariinsky stage, I performed solo parts in ballets such as "Swan Lake," "La Sylphide," "Scheherazade," "Giselle," "The Firebird," "Pa de Quatre," and "The Dying Swan." Additionally, I was the first performer of the leading roles in "Master and Margarita" and "Strauss in St. Petersburg." I had the privilege of dancing in the unique choreography of L. Jakobson, particularly in the ballet "Spartacus" and his choreographic miniatures.

Why Choose My Classes?
- Personalized Assessment:
Your first lesson includes a comprehensive evaluation of your strengths and weaknesses.
- Customized Program:
Based on the initial assessment, I create a tailored program to address your specific needs and help you build a strong foundation and confidence.
- Methodological Support:
Learn techniques and methods to become self-sufficient in your practice.

Specialized Workshops:
I also offer themed master classes, each focused on a specific topic, blending practical and methodological approaches tailored to your unique style.

Since 2020, I've been actively providing online consultations for new teachers, offering guidance and answers to questions related to your curriculum.

Ready to elevate your ballet skills? Join me online and let's get started!

See you soon!
Education
Best teacher (Classical Ballet) Stars of Prague,
Laureate of the All-Russian competition of pedagogical skills of choreographers' teachers, organised by the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation
Vaganova Academy, St. Petersburg (Professional development courses)
Guest teacher in State Dance Academy, Guangzhou (China)
Ballet dancer, BA
Experience / Qualifications
Leonid Jacobson St.Petersburg State Academic Ballet Theatre / soloist
Classical Ballet Theatre, St. Petersburg / soloist
Entreprise theater of Valentina Gannibalova (V. Ganibalova Etoile of the Mariinsky (Kirov) Theater / soloist
The head of the ballet studio "Classics".
Invited instructor at the state ballet school (China, Guangzhou).
Author of educational publications "Classical Dance for Beginners" and "Classical Dance: Master Class".
Invited instructor for master classes (USA, Seattle). During these master classes, I had the opportunity to work alongside great American artists such as Stephanie Saland and Gelsey Kirkland.
Age
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Student level
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration
60 minutes
90 minutes
120 minutes
The class is taught in
English
Russian
Italian
German
Reviews
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -04:00)
New York
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Online via webcam
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
00-04
04-08
08-12
12-16
16-20
20-24
For ballet educators seeking excellence and international standards.

These are not just lectures — but live, interactive sessions where you’ll gain both theoretical insight and practical tools. You’ll receive exclusive material on the Vaganova method and Russian ballet style, with real-world teaching advice and exam preparation.

You’ll also meet colleagues from around the globe in a warm and inspiring online space.


What you get:

• Russian system fundamentals

• Deep insight into the Vaganova structure

• Personalized guidance

• Creative, supportive environment


Formats

• Private sessions (year-round):
• 1 class (60 minutes) or 5 classes

• Group Summer Sessions (2025):

• Dates:
• June 23–27

• July 7–11

• July 21–25

• August 4–8

• August 18–22

Bonus:
After completing 5 masterclasses, you’ll receive a complimentary checklist of the Vaganova pre-professional and Year 1 curriculum.
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Are you preparing for an audition or a competition? This workshop is for you.

In these lessons, I will share my extensive teaching and performance experience. As a frequent jury member, I can tell you that we look beyond physical abilities; we see how you think and the knowledge your teachers have imparted. Expressiveness, coordination, and musicality are skills that can be learned, not just innate talents. My students consistently become competition laureates.

You will learn:
1. Expressiveness:
Maximizing your expressive potential, especially in adagio.
2. Coordination:
Enhancing your movement coordination.
3. Musicality: Developing a deep connection to the music.

This workshop includes personalized recommendations for your unique style.

The Master Class Consists of 5 Lessons:
1. Assessment: Evaluate your current level.
2. Expressiveness:Techniques to enhance your expressiveness.
3. Coordination: Methods to improve your coordination.
4. Musicality: Strategies to deepen your musicality.
5. Application: Practical tips for applying these skills in variations.

These classes are recommended for those with at least three years of experience.

If you have any questions, feel free to write.

My schedule is flexible, so the table below may not include all possible hours for our class. Write to me and indicate your preferences. I will answer you as soon as possible!

Very soon you will see the summer offer. Believe me, it will be wonderful!
Save my page or write me a short message - "Summer Ballet Classes". You will be the first to receive information and priority for booking summer classes.
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Instead of suppressing these emotions and creating energetical and mental blockages (that can end up into somatic pains or burn-out): we should pay more attention to these inner warning messages and strengthen our emotional intelligence to be able to cope with the infinitesimal external stimulus and daily-stress of our very fast lives.
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This class helps you to commit to your better-being, presence to oneself countering wellness procrastination.
What do you need to feel lighter, brighter, or happier in your everyday life? What is your self-achievement potentiality?

* For who? : For anyone who enjoys movement and dance, and desires a better connection and understanding with their moving bodies. / ​One-to-one or group sessions.
* ​Where? : Online via SKYPE or at the student's location.

The sessions are tailored to the specific needs and capabilities of each individual.

* More about the story behind this practice:
Transcendental Dance® originated as a personal movement practice and was later deepened through a university thesis at Panthéon-Sorbonne University (Paris 1), alongside ongoing lectures on sacred and healing dance.
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At its core lies embodied phenomenology: the study of pre-motor movement and the energetic movement of consciousness that precedes physical gesture, revealing the adhesion of the invisible to the visible. This approach does not advocate an escape from the body in order to transcend; rather, it affirms that there is no ascension without descent, and that transcendence is accomplished through full incarnation.
Transcendental Dance® thus proposes a post-dualistic vision uniting body, soul, and spirit, integrating human existence within both natural and spiritual cycles, and unfolding as a practice of embodied spirituality, a dancing prayer, and a conscious methodology for personal transformation.


Feel free to contact me for any inquiries.

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Have you always wanted to learn to dance? Do you think you have two left feet? Come and dance in the comfort of your home! Learn with a bilingual (English-Spanish) teacher with 18 years of experience! With her own school, focusing on personalized arts instruction for 11 years.

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📌It doesn't always take two for things to work...
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There is an idea that Tango is difficult to learn, and of course if we approach it with that label, it will be that way. Starting from the main concept of tango, WALKING, something that we all do most of the time, dancing tTANGO is within everyone's reach.🤗
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We will also let your creative and playful side be part of the process, through a tool that I consider very valuable, which is improvisation 👌 since it allows you to find your own style and recognize your strengths and weaknesses to continue growing in your passion for dance.
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What was Mikhail Barishnikov, Rudolf Nureyev, Natalia Osipova, and all the other Russian dancers’ secret to success? The one thing they all have in common is their training in the Russian ballet method of Vaganova. This professional method has been developed over the decades to become the most effective method in the world. The grandeur of the legendary Russian Bolshoi and Marinskii theatres speak for themselves. For this reason, I have gone to Russia to study for my bachelors in this method at the University of Moscow, and together with my collective experience in teaching ballet, am waiting to train you to become the next ballet legend.

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WILL YOU BENEFIT FROM THESE LESSONS? My lessons are for you if you any one of the following scenarios describes your situation:

1) YOU DO NOT ATTEND ANY OTHER BALLET CLASSES - classes include a full syllabus, examinations are optional, and you can therefore attend my online lessons as your only source of ballet.

2) YOU ALREADY ATTEND OTHER BALLET LESSONS - I also offer the option for you to take these classes as a supplementary addition to classes at your studio in order to boost your scores in exams and competitions, and improve your technique, strength, allegro, and stability in pirouettes, balance, and pointe. This gives you the chance of becoming the new class hero, and enjoy the freedom of dancing without worrying about stamina, faulty technique, low leg height, weak allegro, and gruesome posture.

3) YOU ARE A DANCER, BUT YOU DO NOT DO BALLET - my body conditioning classes are beneficial for dancers of all genres. It teaches complete control over the body, promoting stability, strength, leg height, good balance and stamina.

WHAT LEVELS DO I TEACH? I currently teach beginner, intermediate and semi-advanced levels (RAD levels would translate as all levels up to Advanced 1), for children from age 10+ and adults. Although I am qualified to teach higher levels, I currently do not have time to choreograph full classes at such high intensity and complication.

ABOUT DANÉ - I am an experienced ballet teacher who loves ballet, people and teaching. To make it more interesting, here is my experience starting now and going backward: Currently I am studying at the university of Moscow where I have been voted the best student of the institute by my lecturers, and have attained cum laude so far in all my subjects. I began studying for my bachelors in Moscow September 2020. I have 14 subjects including the Russian ballet method of Vaganova and several other dance styles, body conditioning for dancers, choreography, music and acting. Due to current events I study online from South Africa for now. In my free time I teach ballet and write scripts for productions, sometimes staging my choreography when time allows. Prior to this, I studied Russian for a year in Kazan, Russia (this is a requirement if you study choreography in Moscow). Before going to Russia I founded and directed my own ballet school in Johannesburg from 2017-2019, and staged 3 productions. During this time I trained with the Russian School of Ballet in South Africa, attained a distinction for my exam and took part in their production at the Roodepoort State Theatre. Before this I trained with the RAD with many distinctions up to Advanced 1, but changed to the Russian method just before taking my Advanced 2 exam (if you take classes with me you will understand why;)). Furthermore, I won countless gold, A+ and special awards in festivals, eisteddfods and competitions, several of them including my own choreography. I was part of a theatre group from 2016-2017, where I performed the lead role in the Roodepoort State Theatre. I have done ballet since 2003, and was schooled in an American syllabus from grade 1 to graduation.
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My class is based on the famous Vaganova method. Therefore during our work we will focus on the correct technique of movement and its style, so you will learn not only how to do elements correctly but also will understand how to make your dance look beautiful and catching for audience.
Also I stand for a positive approach in the educational process, because I am deeply convinced that this kind of attitude is one of the main keys to improvement.
You can study with me:
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BELOW VERSION FRANÇAISE

One goal: learn while having fun!
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● All levels ● All ages ● Flexibility in relation to your musical tastes

Are you preparing for your wedding and want to impress your guests with an original and elegant wedding dance? I offer dance lessons for your prom opening / first dance.

Whether you are a beginner or already have dance experience, we will work together to create a personalized choreography that will perfectly match your tastes and level. I will guide you step by step so that you are comfortable on stage and so that you can fully enjoy this magical moment.

Methodology
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I teach choreography in a fun way. Together, we create a story that reflects your couple, your love and your union.

The first lessons, we start by learning the basic steps of the dance style chosen by you. Then we learn different figures to create your own story in music!

Choreographies already performed
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● bossa nova ● blues ● commercial ● fox trott ● funk ● jazz ● salsa ● soul

my promises
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● Punctuality and reliability
● The course can overflow in time (about 10 min) for free if necessary
● Assiduous preparation before class
● My good humor and my patience always there

FAQs
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● What song/music for a first dance? It all depends on your musical tastes! The important thing is that the music speaks to you and corresponds to both of you.
● Which dance to choose for the wedding opening? You can opt for a traditional dance / ballroom dance (waltz, slow, saslsa) or a more modern / rhythmic dance (funk, hip-hop, etc.).
● Do I need dancing shoes? No, this is not necessary. I recommend that you come with comfortable shoes.
● What should I wear? I advise you to come with light clothes in which you are comfortable.
● Other questions? Do not hesitate to contact me!

About me
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Dancing has always been part of my life. During my childhood, I took classical and jazz lessons. Later, I joined a group of Funk (Hip Hop/RnB) with which I presented several choreographies and shows.

In 2010, I discovered zumba and salsa. Since then, I have a passion for salsa and Cuban music. Since 2017, I have been part of a dance school where I pass on my passion to a group of people of all ages, dancers or not at heart.

Me in a few words...
-Passionate about foreign languages and their grammars.
- Lover of nature and especially animals
-Sports: dancing, running, cycling, hiking
-Adventurous and a passion for learning new cultures. My dream: to go around the world!

Curriculum vitae
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● 1994-1998: Classical and Jazz at the "Cathy Pauwels" school - Wezembeek-Oppem
● 1998-2001: EuropaGym - gymnastics and competitions on music
● 2002-2008: Funk, Hip Hop, RnB at the Anime school
● 2008-2014: Zumba - European Fitness
● 2010 - today: Cuban Salsa
● 2017: Salsa workshop in Cuba with Luanda & Domingo Pau at the Musical Academy of Havana
● 2017 - today: Danza Mania dance school
● 2017 - today: courses with world renowned teachers: Yusmi Moya Rodriguez, Arelys Savon, Leonardo Moya, Diana Rodriguez, Alfredo Garcia, Reynaldo Salazar, etc...


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WEDDING DANCE
Make your first dance as husband and wife unforgettable! Whether you are a beginner or an intermediate dancer, we'll work together to create a unique and personalized dance routine that perfectly captures your love story. In just a few sessions, you will gain confidence and grace to make your wedding reception a night to remember!

Methodology
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● All levels ● All ages ● Flexibility in relation to your musical tastes

One goal: learn while having fun!
I teach choreographies in a fun way. Together, we create a story reflecting your couple, your love and your union.
The first classes, we start by learning the basic steps of the dance style you thing. Afterwards, we learn different figures to create your own story in music!

Choreography dance styles already realized
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● bossa nova ● blues ● commercial ● fox trott ● funk ● jazz ● salsa ● soul

My promises:
● Punctuality and reliability
● Assiduous preparation before class
● My good humor and my patience

CV
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● 1994-1998: Classic and Jazz - "Cathy Pauwels" school
● 1998-2001: EuropaGym - artistic gymnastics
● 2002-2008: Funk, Hip Hop, R&B
● 2008-2014: Zumba - European Fitness
● 2010 - present: Cuban Salsa
● 2017: Dance classes in Cuba with Luanda & Domingo Pau - Habana Academy
● 2017 - present: Teacher at Danza Mania School
● 2017 - present: Classes with international teachers: Yusmi Moya Rodriguez, Arelys Savon, Leonardo Moya, Diana Rodriguez, Alfredo Garcia, Reynaldo Salazar, etc...

FAQs
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● What song/music for a first dance? It all depends on your musical tastes! The important thing is that the music speaks to you both.
● Which dance to choose for the wedding opening? You can opt for a traditional dance / ballroom dance (waltz, slow, saslsa) or a more modern / rhythmic dance (funk, hip-hop, etc.).
● Do I need dancing shoes? No, this is not necessary. I recommend that you come with comfortable shoes.
● What should I wear? I advise you to come with light clothes in which you are comfortable.
● Other issues? Do not hesitate to contact me!
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The lessons are suitable for all ages and ballet knowledge.
Ballet lessons will always be based on the student's ability.
Each lesson will always be based on the Vaganova method.
The lesson will consist of movements that will help the student become better.
Everyone can to learn ballet.
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shy children
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children interested in performing arts
kids who want to improve confidence and social interaction
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Afro-Dance is an umbrella for all the rich dance styles developed on the African continent. From Azonto and Coupé Décalé in West-Africa (here namely Ghana and Ivory Coast) to Amapiano in South Africa, so much is to be discovered within these beautiful styles.
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As a body-mind-soul coach, and professional dancer, I'm here to support and guide you in your process of discovering your inner power through:
- energy alignment, guided meditation, breathing exercises
- self-expression & subjective experience through dance
- expanding your heart space, emotional awareness, and healing in movement and dance
- release of stress, judgment, and trapped emotions
- grounding, self-care, resilience
- and more...

Dance can be a practice of introspection, transformation, and transcendence of one’s subjective experiences into a worldwide journey.

*

Instead of suppressing these emotions and creating energetical and mental blockages (that can end up into somatic pains or burn-out): we should pay more attention to these inner warning messages and strengthen our emotional intelligence to be able to cope with the infinitesimal external stimulus and daily-stress of our very fast lives.
It can be challenging to sense with clarity what is the origin of some feelings of frustration, unsatisfaction, discomfort, or grief, and it can be intimidating or discouraging to walk alone on that path.

It is a safe space to open yourself, to release the fear of judgment and limiting beliefs that keep you confined to an outdated version of yourself, preventing you from becoming who you are truly meant to be and from sharing your light with the world.

This class helps you to commit to your better-being, presence to oneself countering wellness procrastination.
What do you need to feel lighter, brighter, or happier in your everyday life? What is your self-achievement potentiality?

* For who? : For anyone who enjoys movement and dance, and desires a better connection and understanding with their moving bodies. / ​One-to-one or group sessions.
* ​Where? : Online via SKYPE or at the student's location.

The sessions are tailored to the specific needs and capabilities of each individual.

* More about the story behind this practice:
Transcendental Dance® originated as a personal movement practice and was later deepened through a university thesis at Panthéon-Sorbonne University (Paris 1), alongside ongoing lectures on sacred and healing dance.
It is grounded in a phenomenological inquiry into the spiritualization of dance today, often referred to as sacred dance and its therapeutic and inclusive dimensions. The research explores the metaphysical unity between the tangible body, understood as the material vehicle, and the intangible bodies (psychological, emotional, energetic, and spiritual).
At its core lies embodied phenomenology: the study of pre-motor movement and the energetic movement of consciousness that precedes physical gesture, revealing the adhesion of the invisible to the visible. This approach does not advocate an escape from the body in order to transcend; rather, it affirms that there is no ascension without descent, and that transcendence is accomplished through full incarnation.
Transcendental Dance® thus proposes a post-dualistic vision uniting body, soul, and spirit, integrating human existence within both natural and spiritual cycles, and unfolding as a practice of embodied spirituality, a dancing prayer, and a conscious methodology for personal transformation.


Feel free to contact me for any inquiries.

Tiffany
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Have you always wanted to learn to dance? Do you think you have two left feet? Come and dance in the comfort of your home! Learn with a bilingual (English-Spanish) teacher with 18 years of experience! With her own school, focusing on personalized arts instruction for 11 years.

We have personalized classes at home, at your home or virtual of:

- Salsa dance
- Bachata.
- Reggaeton.
- Meringue.
-Tango.
-Jazz.
- Contemporary dance.
- Ballet.
- Stretching and relaxation.
Among others...

All ages and levels, don't wait any longer!
* Class values are per person.
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📌It doesn't always take two for things to work...
To begin to connect, assimilate and experiment with new KNOWLEDGE, the most IMPORTANT thing is the body, the attitude, perseverance and a great pinch of confidence!
I always like to approach the codes of different dance disciplines, based on structures that work on the physical, rhythmic, and creative aspects.
There is an idea that Tango is difficult to learn, and of course if we approach it with that label, it will be that way. Starting from the main concept of tango, WALKING, something that we all do most of the time, dancing tTANGO is within everyone's reach.🤗
Another very important point is the way to assimilate and understand it 😉😅
❤️‍🔥What will the classes be like, you ask?
I'll tell you a little bit, we are going to develop the structure in the work of weight changes, the step, projection of the walk, the pivot, understanding the kinesphere individually and as a couple translated into the hug, the turns and the spiral torso to understand the momentum in various exercises, the eights so famous in tango, the basic step and universal exit, walks with the concept of lanes and much more from various sequences that familiarize you with the technical needs to be able to perform the steps without leaving aside the dynamics, pulse, accent and compas of the tango. Everything will be raised in the background in a more organic way. It's not just about learning individual steps, and then...what do we do 🧐? It is not the form that should take the leading role, but the way in which you express that form.
We will also let your creative and playful side be part of the process, through a tool that I consider very valuable, which is improvisation 👌 since it allows you to find your own style and recognize your strengths and weaknesses to continue growing in your passion for dance.
With all these tools, entering the world of more complex sequences and why not, creating your own, will be one more step and not an impossible challenge to achieve.🤩
Don't forget that the steps that are known today and a large part of the sequences emerged from a restless and creative mind, which explored synonymous with IMPROVISE❗️
Let's go through the process together and hold each other in a hug.
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What was Mikhail Barishnikov, Rudolf Nureyev, Natalia Osipova, and all the other Russian dancers’ secret to success? The one thing they all have in common is their training in the Russian ballet method of Vaganova. This professional method has been developed over the decades to become the most effective method in the world. The grandeur of the legendary Russian Bolshoi and Marinskii theatres speak for themselves. For this reason, I have gone to Russia to study for my bachelors in this method at the University of Moscow, and together with my collective experience in teaching ballet, am waiting to train you to become the next ballet legend.

WHAT DO CLASSES LOOK LIKE? Each lesson is 1 hour 30 minutes, the sweet spot between length of attention span, physical endurance span, and building stamina. Ballet classes are structured according to the Russian ballet method of Vaganova, and body conditioning classes include professionally developed exercises specifically for dancers. I customize lessons to work on what my students most need, and therefore weak spots are attended to until they are wiped out. Lessons are conducted online in the convenience of your own home, saving both time and transport costs.

WILL YOU BENEFIT FROM THESE LESSONS? My lessons are for you if you any one of the following scenarios describes your situation:

1) YOU DO NOT ATTEND ANY OTHER BALLET CLASSES - classes include a full syllabus, examinations are optional, and you can therefore attend my online lessons as your only source of ballet.

2) YOU ALREADY ATTEND OTHER BALLET LESSONS - I also offer the option for you to take these classes as a supplementary addition to classes at your studio in order to boost your scores in exams and competitions, and improve your technique, strength, allegro, and stability in pirouettes, balance, and pointe. This gives you the chance of becoming the new class hero, and enjoy the freedom of dancing without worrying about stamina, faulty technique, low leg height, weak allegro, and gruesome posture.

3) YOU ARE A DANCER, BUT YOU DO NOT DO BALLET - my body conditioning classes are beneficial for dancers of all genres. It teaches complete control over the body, promoting stability, strength, leg height, good balance and stamina.

WHAT LEVELS DO I TEACH? I currently teach beginner, intermediate and semi-advanced levels (RAD levels would translate as all levels up to Advanced 1), for children from age 10+ and adults. Although I am qualified to teach higher levels, I currently do not have time to choreograph full classes at such high intensity and complication.

ABOUT DANÉ - I am an experienced ballet teacher who loves ballet, people and teaching. To make it more interesting, here is my experience starting now and going backward: Currently I am studying at the university of Moscow where I have been voted the best student of the institute by my lecturers, and have attained cum laude so far in all my subjects. I began studying for my bachelors in Moscow September 2020. I have 14 subjects including the Russian ballet method of Vaganova and several other dance styles, body conditioning for dancers, choreography, music and acting. Due to current events I study online from South Africa for now. In my free time I teach ballet and write scripts for productions, sometimes staging my choreography when time allows. Prior to this, I studied Russian for a year in Kazan, Russia (this is a requirement if you study choreography in Moscow). Before going to Russia I founded and directed my own ballet school in Johannesburg from 2017-2019, and staged 3 productions. During this time I trained with the Russian School of Ballet in South Africa, attained a distinction for my exam and took part in their production at the Roodepoort State Theatre. Before this I trained with the RAD with many distinctions up to Advanced 1, but changed to the Russian method just before taking my Advanced 2 exam (if you take classes with me you will understand why;)). Furthermore, I won countless gold, A+ and special awards in festivals, eisteddfods and competitions, several of them including my own choreography. I was part of a theatre group from 2016-2017, where I performed the lead role in the Roodepoort State Theatre. I have done ballet since 2003, and was schooled in an American syllabus from grade 1 to graduation.
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My class is based on the famous Vaganova method. Therefore during our work we will focus on the correct technique of movement and its style, so you will learn not only how to do elements correctly but also will understand how to make your dance look beautiful and catching for audience.
Also I stand for a positive approach in the educational process, because I am deeply convinced that this kind of attitude is one of the main keys to improvement.
You can study with me:
Classical ballet
Point work
Ballet Repertoire
Stretching
Ballet gymnastics
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BELOW VERSION FRANÇAISE

One goal: learn while having fun!
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● All levels ● All ages ● Flexibility in relation to your musical tastes

Are you preparing for your wedding and want to impress your guests with an original and elegant wedding dance? I offer dance lessons for your prom opening / first dance.

Whether you are a beginner or already have dance experience, we will work together to create a personalized choreography that will perfectly match your tastes and level. I will guide you step by step so that you are comfortable on stage and so that you can fully enjoy this magical moment.

Methodology
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I teach choreography in a fun way. Together, we create a story that reflects your couple, your love and your union.

The first lessons, we start by learning the basic steps of the dance style chosen by you. Then we learn different figures to create your own story in music!

Choreographies already performed
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● bossa nova ● blues ● commercial ● fox trott ● funk ● jazz ● salsa ● soul

my promises
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● Punctuality and reliability
● The course can overflow in time (about 10 min) for free if necessary
● Assiduous preparation before class
● My good humor and my patience always there

FAQs
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● What song/music for a first dance? It all depends on your musical tastes! The important thing is that the music speaks to you and corresponds to both of you.
● Which dance to choose for the wedding opening? You can opt for a traditional dance / ballroom dance (waltz, slow, saslsa) or a more modern / rhythmic dance (funk, hip-hop, etc.).
● Do I need dancing shoes? No, this is not necessary. I recommend that you come with comfortable shoes.
● What should I wear? I advise you to come with light clothes in which you are comfortable.
● Other questions? Do not hesitate to contact me!

About me
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Dancing has always been part of my life. During my childhood, I took classical and jazz lessons. Later, I joined a group of Funk (Hip Hop/RnB) with which I presented several choreographies and shows.

In 2010, I discovered zumba and salsa. Since then, I have a passion for salsa and Cuban music. Since 2017, I have been part of a dance school where I pass on my passion to a group of people of all ages, dancers or not at heart.

Me in a few words...
-Passionate about foreign languages and their grammars.
- Lover of nature and especially animals
-Sports: dancing, running, cycling, hiking
-Adventurous and a passion for learning new cultures. My dream: to go around the world!

Curriculum vitae
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● 1994-1998: Classical and Jazz at the "Cathy Pauwels" school - Wezembeek-Oppem
● 1998-2001: EuropaGym - gymnastics and competitions on music
● 2002-2008: Funk, Hip Hop, RnB at the Anime school
● 2008-2014: Zumba - European Fitness
● 2010 - today: Cuban Salsa
● 2017: Salsa workshop in Cuba with Luanda & Domingo Pau at the Musical Academy of Havana
● 2017 - today: Danza Mania dance school
● 2017 - today: courses with world renowned teachers: Yusmi Moya Rodriguez, Arelys Savon, Leonardo Moya, Diana Rodriguez, Alfredo Garcia, Reynaldo Salazar, etc...


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WEDDING DANCE
Make your first dance as husband and wife unforgettable! Whether you are a beginner or an intermediate dancer, we'll work together to create a unique and personalized dance routine that perfectly captures your love story. In just a few sessions, you will gain confidence and grace to make your wedding reception a night to remember!

Methodology
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● All levels ● All ages ● Flexibility in relation to your musical tastes

One goal: learn while having fun!
I teach choreographies in a fun way. Together, we create a story reflecting your couple, your love and your union.
The first classes, we start by learning the basic steps of the dance style you thing. Afterwards, we learn different figures to create your own story in music!

Choreography dance styles already realized
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● bossa nova ● blues ● commercial ● fox trott ● funk ● jazz ● salsa ● soul

My promises:
● Punctuality and reliability
● Assiduous preparation before class
● My good humor and my patience

CV
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● 1994-1998: Classic and Jazz - "Cathy Pauwels" school
● 1998-2001: EuropaGym - artistic gymnastics
● 2002-2008: Funk, Hip Hop, R&B
● 2008-2014: Zumba - European Fitness
● 2010 - present: Cuban Salsa
● 2017: Dance classes in Cuba with Luanda & Domingo Pau - Habana Academy
● 2017 - present: Teacher at Danza Mania School
● 2017 - present: Classes with international teachers: Yusmi Moya Rodriguez, Arelys Savon, Leonardo Moya, Diana Rodriguez, Alfredo Garcia, Reynaldo Salazar, etc...

FAQs
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● What song/music for a first dance? It all depends on your musical tastes! The important thing is that the music speaks to you both.
● Which dance to choose for the wedding opening? You can opt for a traditional dance / ballroom dance (waltz, slow, saslsa) or a more modern / rhythmic dance (funk, hip-hop, etc.).
● Do I need dancing shoes? No, this is not necessary. I recommend that you come with comfortable shoes.
● What should I wear? I advise you to come with light clothes in which you are comfortable.
● Other issues? Do not hesitate to contact me!
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Unlock your body's full potential with our "Ultimate Flexibility and Strength: Comprehensive Stretching and Muscle Conditioning Program." This expertly designed course offers a holistic approach to improving your flexibility, strengthening your back, and conditioning various muscle groups.

Led by an experienced mentor, each session is crafted to provide a blend of dynamic and static stretching exercises, tailored to target specific areas of your body. Whether you're an athlete looking to enhance performance, a desk worker needing to relieve tension, or someone simply seeking to improve overall fitness, this program is for you.

What you'll get:
- Techniques for effective stretching to prevent injury and enhance muscle recovery
- Methods to strengthen and stabilize your back, reducing pain and improving posture
- Strategies for developing flexibility in a systematic, progressive manner
- Exercises that condition and tone multiple muscle groups for a well-rounded fitness routine

Sessions can be simultaneously translated by manager.

See you!
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Discover the joy of dance through personalized online lessons tailored to your preferences. Whether you're drawn to a specific choreography or a favorite song, I am here to guide you step-by-step through the moves, drawing from the vibrant culture of K-pop music. You have the flexibility to choose whether you want to learn a complete choreography, a segment, or even just the chorus. Your satisfaction is paramount, and prices are customized accordingly. Let's dance together to the perfect beats of K-pop!
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The lessons are suitable for all ages and ballet knowledge.
Ballet lessons will always be based on the student's ability.
Each lesson will always be based on the Vaganova method.
The lesson will consist of movements that will help the student become better.
Everyone can to learn ballet.
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A fun, high-energy dance and performance class designed to help children become more confident, expressive, creative, and comfortable in front of people.
This class combines:
Bollywood dance
facial expressions & acting
confidence-building activities
posture & stage presence
fun choreography

The goal is not just learning dance steps it’s helping children build confidence, personality, expression, coordination, and communication skills in a fun and supportive environment.
Perfect for:
shy children
energetic kids who love music
children interested in performing arts
kids who want to improve confidence and social interaction
Students will learn:
beginner-friendly Bollywood choreography
expressions and performance skills
rhythm and musicality
body coordination
confidence in front of others
stage performance basics
creative movement and freestyle
Classes are interactive, energetic, beginner-friendly, and adapted to the child’s age and comfort level.
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I teach to build perfection and a rock-solid foundation in this sacred art (both pandhanallur + Kalakshetra style) . My approach is interactive and nurturing, helping children connect deeply with Bharathanatyam through the history and divine stories essential for soulful performance.

Course Structure
BEGINNER LEVEL: Building the Foundation ( starts with exercises)

* Practical Mastery: We cover basic Adavus up to Alarippu.

* Rhythmic Training: Understanding Talam (rhythmic beats) from the very beginning.

* Theory: Mastery of Asamyuktha and Samyuktha Hastas, Shiro, Drusthi, and Greeva Bhedas.

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL:

* Focused training on Alarippu and Jathiswaram Adavus.

* Complex Talam structures for Jathiswaram and Alarippu.

* Learning Padha, Bhramari, and Chari Bhedas.

* Introduction to Shabdham.

ADVANCED LEVEL:

* Complete mastery margam (sequence) , preparing students for professional stages and university examinations in Bharathanatyam.
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These ballet classes will tailor to your specific needs for improving in your ballet technique. I like to explain how each muscle group supports the body in different positions and how to work on range of motion. You will learn the basic principles of ballet or sharpen your skills and learn how to approach difficult movement.
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The classes I am offering are gentle, grounding, and intuitive. Whether you're looking to release tension, find balance, or simply take a pause from everyday life, you'll be guided with warmth, curiosity, and intention. Blending yoga, authentic movement, breathwork, and the soothing vibrations of sound healing, each practice becomes an invitation to reconnect with your body, quiet the mind, and move in a way that feels true to you.
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Class Description:
Welcome to a journey into two beautiful South Indian classical art forms — Carnatic Vocal Music and Bharatanatyam! Children are welcome to choose either discipline based on their interest, or explore both.

Carnatic Vocal Music: Students will learn the foundations of this classical singing tradition, starting with sarali varisas, janta varisas, alankarams, and gradually progressing to geethams, varnams, and keerthanas. Lessons focus on voice culture, raga identification, tala (rhythm) awareness, and pronunciation of Sanskrit/Tamil/Telugu lyrics, building a strong foundation for confident, expressive singing.

Bharatanatyam: Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of this classical dance form, including adavus (basic steps), postures, hand gestures (mudras), facial expressions (abhinaya), and rhythm coordination. As they progress, they will learn small items such as alarippu, jatiswaram, and simple padams/keertanams, developing grace, discipline, and stage confidence.

Classes are tailored to each child's age and pace, with a nurturing approach that builds both technical skill and a genuine love for Indian classical arts. No prior experience is necessary — just enthusiasm to learn!
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Whether you want to move like Tyla, make a scene like Wizkid or exude confidence like Ayra Starr - this is the place for you!

Afro-Dance is an umbrella for all the rich dance styles developed on the African continent. From Azonto and Coupé Décalé in West-Africa (here namely Ghana and Ivory Coast) to Amapiano in South Africa, so much is to be discovered within these beautiful styles.
We won't only highlight technical moves but spirit, energy, enjoyment and community. I welcome everyone to be a part of this beautiful journey with me!
As an experienced workshop facilitatior in person and online, I know what it takes to create a welcoming and fun environment. Whether you are a beginner, taking your first dance steps ever or wanting to challenge yourself, this class is open for all!
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