Business Details
29 Years
experience
World-Class Ballet Training in Lodi, CA
Founded in 1997, we are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to world-class ballet education, training, and performance. Our curriculum is rooted in the renowned Russian Vaganova Methodology, developed through decades of expertise from institutions like the Bolshoi and Mariinsky Theaters. We offer age-specific programs for children starting at age 3, teens, adults, and seniors, emphasizing individual attention in small-class settings. Our instructors, including Artistic Director Alexei Badrak, bring international experience from 26 countries and collaborations with top ballet companies. We prioritize community engagement through performances, workshops, and partnerships with global dance institutions.Our mission is to cultivate artistic excellence while fostering intellectual and social development through ballet. We provide flexible learning options, including in-person classes at multiple Stockton locations and online instruction via Google Meet. Our facultys accolades include recognition in the Encyclopedia of Russian Ballet and choreographic awards from the Moscow Competition of Ballet Masters. We maintain affiliations with prestigious dance networks and offer seasonal exchange programs. Our commitment to transparency and quality ensures students receive technically rigorous training aligned with global standards.
Services
Classical Ballet Training
Character Dance
Pointe Workshops
Adult Ballet Classes
Youth Performance Programs
Online Ballet Instruction
Summer Dance Exchanges
Choreography Coaching
Audition Preparation
Community Performances
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer training developed by Bolshoi Theater veterans with 26+ international performance countries
- Our instructors include encyclopedia-recognized ballet masters with Moscow Competition awards
- We maintain 8:1 student-teacher ratios for personalized technical development
- We provide age-specific curricula starting at age 3 with career preparation pathways
- We operate as a transparent 501(c)(3) nonprofit with community performance initiatives
What people say
Dedicated teachers
Learned so much
Professional and helpful
Quality instruction
Perfect learning setting
Services
Classical Ballet Training
Our core program delivers technically rigorous classical ballet training using the Vaganova Methodology. Students develop proper technique through progressive exercises and performance preparation. The curriculum accommodates all levels from beginners to advanced dancers seeking professional careers.
Character Dance
Specialized character dance classes teach traditional folkloric movements from various cultures. This training enhances artistic expression and prepares students for classical ballet's character dance components through authentic choreography and cultural context education.
Pointe Workshops
Advanced pointe workshops focus on proper alignment, strength development, and injury prevention. Classes emphasize gradual progression with individualized attention to ensure technical mastery and artistic presentation while maintaining foot health.
Youth Performance Programs
Age-specific performance programs introduce children to stagecraft and ensemble dancing. The curriculum builds confidence through recitals and community performances while developing foundational ballet skills in a supportive environment that nurtures artistic growth.
Online Ballet Instruction
Live online ballet instruction via Google Meet maintains technical standards through real-time feedback. The program offers flexibility for remote learners while preserving core training elements including barre work, center practice, and choreography development.
People
Alexei Badrak
Artistic Director, Pedagogue, Choreographer
Bolshoi Theater veteran with 26 international performance countries. Graduate of St. Petersburg Conservatory and Ukraine Choreographic School. Laureate of Moscow Ballet Masters Competition. Developed proprietary Russian-method curriculum used in our training programs.
Ronna Roberts
Co-Founder, Director
Co-founder with extensive experience in ballet education administration. Collaborates on curriculum development and program oversight. Provides mentorship to students pursuing professional dance careers while managing community engagement initiatives.
Questions
What ballet training methods do you use?
We employ the Russian Vaganova Methodology, developed through our director's Bolshoi Theater experience and academic training in St. Petersburg.
Do you accept students with no prior experience?
Yes, we offer beginner classes starting at age 3 with no experience required. Our small-class format ensures proper technical foundation development.
What performance opportunities exist?
Students participate in annual productions, community performances, and international exchange showcases. Our programs prepare dancers for both recreational and professional pathways.
Are classes available online?
Yes, we offer live Google Meet classes maintaining technical standards through real-time instructor feedback and virtual progress assessments.
How are instructors qualified?
Our faculty includes encyclopedia-recognized masters with Moscow Competition awards and experience training principal dancers for ABT and Bolshoi companies.
