Professional History
Education and Experience
Graduated as a ballet Artist from the Moscow Classical Ballet Academy under direction of Gennady Ledyakh. Bolshoi Ballet curriculum, Moscow, Russia.
Held A Bachelor Degree in Theater History from The Russian Academy of Theatrical Arts -RATI GITIS.
Worked as a Company member with the RNB (Russian National Ballet) company. Traveling internationally with large classical ballet repertoire - Swan Lake, Giselle, Don Quixote, Paquita, Bayadere and more.
Was a part of Gelsey Kirkland Ballet Company, NY
Principal Guest Artist with Victoria Ballet Theater NY, Metropolitan Ballet, Ballet Long Island, Ballet for Young Audiences, Fadeyev Ballet.
In a various years worked as a ballet and character dance instructor at Gelsey Kirkland Academy of Classical Ballet, Princeton Dance and Studios, Connecticut Ballet, Fadeyev Ballet, Brooklyn Jewish Dance Theater and more.
My Story
I’ve been working as a professional Ballet Instructor since 2000 and can honestly say I can’t think of anything else that would bring me such joy every day. I love working with students of all ages and abilities and get so much satisfaction from seeing how they grow and develop in their skills and performance. For more information, contact me today.
Courses
Exploring the Basics
Ballet is the best exercise for improving strength, balance, flexibility - all the things we particularly need to live a vital and healthy life. My teaching style focuses on skills training, but also emphasizes self-exploration and discovering a passion for something new. Take a look at the selection of lessons and courses I provide and choose the right one for you.
Private sessions online
Customized to Fit Your Needs
When you sign up for my Private online Sessions (Zoom platform) you can be assured of plenty of individual attention and focus. Each lesson involves an element of learning and theory and devoted to help you strengthen your weakest sides in dance, improve flexibility, balance and coordination. Get in touch to find out more.
Character dance class
Guaranteed Success
Very fun class, where students learn different Eastern European folkloric dance styles such as Spanish, Italian, Russian, Ukrainian, Polish, Hungarian and more. You will learn how different traditions historically shaped the way people perform dance steps. allows students to explore traditional music and while dance learn how to play specific instruments Such as tambourine, Spanish castanets and more. This class is perfect for children age 9-12. But can be fun to do at any age as desired.
Beginner Ballet for adult students (Zoom class)
Customized to Fit Your Needs
Ballet is the best exercise for improving strength, flexibility, balance - all the thing we need to live a vital and healthy life as we age. So let’s get into practice and see the real results. Each lesson involves special floor exercises to prepare your body for a basic ballet steps. Consistent practice sets up your body towards a healthy and a more balanced mode, improves your posture and ease the everyday movement ability. Get in touch to find out more.
Children’s online group classes age 4-6 through Zoom platform
Personalized Attention even in a group format class.
Currently existing classes running every Tuesday and Thursday 5-6pm. We have a fun group of kids continue learning basics of ballet online. We are welcome friends to join. First trial class is free. Get in touch for more details.
Contact me today to find out more about my current courses and classes.
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