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Your Premier Destination for Classical Ballet Training in Orange County
Founded by former Moscow Ballet principal dancers Victor and Tatiana Kasatsky, our academy has been cultivating excellence in classical ballet training for over three decades. Our faculty includes internationally renowned instructors with backgrounds at prestigious institutions like the Moscow Bolshoi Academy and California Institute of the Arts. We offer comprehensive programs for students aged 3 to professional levels, emphasizing Vaganova technique and artistic integrity. Our partnership with Ballet Project OC provides a clear pathway from academy training to professional performance opportunities.With a proven track record of producing award-winning dancers and preparing students for prestigious competitions like YAGP, we maintain rigorous technical standards while fostering a supportive community environment. Our alumni have achieved success in major ballet companies worldwide, testament to our commitment to developing both technical mastery and artistic expression.
Services
Ballet Academy Classes
Adult Ballet Classes
Pre-Professional Training
Outreach Programs
Summer Intensive Recital
Highlights and features
- We offer training by former Moscow Ballet principal dancers with decades of professional experience
- Our faculty includes instructors certified by the French Ministry of Culture and CalArts graduates
- We provide a clear pathway to professional ballet through our partnership with Ballet Project OC
- Our students consistently win awards at Youth America Grand Prix competitions
- We maintain small class sizes for personalized attention and technical development
What people say
Exceptional teaching
Supportive community
Performance opportunities
Technical growth
Professional development
Services
Ballet Academy Classes
Structured classical ballet training for children ages 3-18. Our curriculum develops proper technique through Vaganova method instruction. Students receive personalized attention in small classes with experienced instructors. Regular progress assessments ensure proper placement and technical development.
Pre-Professional Training
Advanced training program for serious ballet students. Includes pointe work, variations, partnering, and competition preparation. Students gain exposure through masterclasses with industry professionals and performance opportunities in professional productions.
Adult Ballet Classes
Technique classes for adult learners of all experience levels. Focus on proper alignment, strength development, and classical ballet vocabulary. Classes accommodate both recreational dancers and those returning to training.
Outreach Programs
Initiatives providing dance education to underserved communities. Includes scholarship opportunities and partnerships with local schools. Designed to make classical ballet training accessible to diverse populations across Southern California.
Summer Intensive Recital
Annual performance showcasing student progress during summer training. Features classical and contemporary pieces demonstrating technical growth. Provides valuable stage experience for dancers at all levels in a professional theater setting.
People
Victor Kasatsky
Artistic Director
Former Moscow Classical Ballet principal dancer with over 40 years teaching experience. Trained under Russian masters and specializes in Vaganova technique instruction for professional development.
Tatiana Kasatsky
Artistic Director
Graduate of Moscow Bolshoi Academy with extensive performance experience in classical and contemporary ballet. Focuses on technical precision and artistic expression for developing dancers at all levels.
Karen Woo
Instructor
MFA graduate from CSU Long Beach with expertise in early childhood dance education. Former Bella Lewitzky Dance Company member who specializes in developing young dancers' technical foundation.
Sunny Lee
Instructor
BFA and MFA graduate from CalArts with teaching experience at Korea National University of Arts. Brings interdisciplinary approach to ballet technique instruction for comprehensive artistic development.
Waldemar Bartkowski
Instructor
Former Ballet du Nord soloist with expertise in Balanchine repertoire. Certified French Ministry of Culture instructor offering advanced ballet technique training based on European pedagogical standards.
Questions
What age groups do you accept for ballet training?
We offer classes for children starting at age 3 through adult and professional levels.
Do you offer specialized training for serious ballet students?
Yes, our pre-professional program prepares dancers for YAGP competitions and professional careers.
What ballet techniques do you teach?
We primarily teach the Vaganova method with additional instruction in Balanchine and contemporary techniques.
Are there performance opportunities for students?
Students participate in annual productions including The Nutcracker and Spring Showcase.
Do you have internationally recognized instructors?
Our faculty includes former NYCB dancers and instructors certified by the French Ministry of Culture.
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