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Ballet classes. Summer Intensives 2025. (online).

Summer Intensives 2025 (Online).

Accessible worldwide | Human-centered | High-impact


This is an opportunity
- to gain new knowledge and skills.
- to maintain physical fitness in a humane format. Summer is a season of rest and new impressions. (classes will be held three times a week).
- our classes are the creation of a stable, conscious technique in collaboration with logic.
- I will tell you about the importance of music and the artistic value of movements in a ballet class.
- these classes will be useful for those who are undergoing professional or pre-professional training.
- classes for amateurs are formed separately.

These intensives combine group and optional private lessons. Classes are held online three times per week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday).
• Small groups (max 5 students)
• Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Season: June 15 – August 30, 2025
• Grouped by age and level

Each lesson includes: barre, centre, jumps. By prior arrangement we will do stretching or pointe.

Do you have questions?
Then do not put them off, write to me. I will be happy to answer everyone.

Location

Online via webcam

General info

Age:
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration:
60 minutes
The class is taught in:English, Russian, Italian

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.

Reviews (6)

I am very pleased to have met Elena. Living in London, it is difficult to find Russian style ballet teachers with great experience and teaching ability. From my first lesson with Elena, I was super impressed with her knowlegde and being able to explain every sequence in depth. She is very professional and I am looking forward to her next class.
Excellent , very knowledgable and fully dedicated teacher! Elena trains and prepares my daughter for next year’s admission audition into a prestigious ballet school. We are grateful for her teaching and very lucky to have found her.
Elena is a phenomenal teacher with extensive ballet knowledge. Thanks to her corrections, I received compliments from the ballet master in our company on my progress and the cleanliness of my technique. Elena excelled at explaining the logic behind each movement and its impact on my technique, while also being exceptional at helping with artistic expression. I highly recommend her if you are looking to improve your technique whether it’s pirouettes or jumps, or artistic presence.
An extreme knowliable teacher. Happy I find her to work with my 11y old daughter. There is not good ballet teachers around our area anymore.
Elena is a great teacher, knowledgable and helpful.
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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.
Master Class: Create a Strong and Progressive Ballet Technique (5-Lesson Workshop) Besides offering one-on-one lessons, I provide a master class series designed to elevate your ballet performance both in class and on stage. This workshop is perfect for students and teachers alike. Whether you follow the Balanchine system, the Royal Academy of Dance, the Vaganova method, or the French or Italian schools, my master classes focus on: You will learn: 1. Turnout and Stability: Achieve perfect alignment and balance. 2. Progress and Extensions: Enhance your flexibility and beautiful lines. 3. Artistic Expression: Master the art of conveying emotions through dance. Award-winning instructor and author of "Classical Dance for Beginners" and "Classical Dance. Master Class," I will guide you through proven techniques to maximize your body's potential. The Master Class Consists of 5 Lessons: 1. Assessment: Evaluate your strengths and weaknesses. 2. Correction: Identify causes of weaknesses and how to fix them. 3. Technique Improvement: Apply methods to elevate your abilities. 4. Practice: Incorporate corrections into your routine. 5. Mastery: Refine and perfect your technique. Ready to transform your ballet skills? Join us now! 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.
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.
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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If you are not satisfied after your first lesson, Apprentus will find you another instructor or will refund your first lesson.

Online reputation

  • Instructor since May 2024
  • 3 repeat students
  • Phone number verified

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Good-fit Instructor Guarantee


If you are not satisfied after your first lesson, Apprentus will find you another instructor or will refund your first lesson.

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