Ballet Elite LA is a new non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the community through the art of dance.
Our mission is to inspire and empower individuals through the art of dance with a focus on youth classical ballet training. We are committed to providing access to high-quality dance education, fostering artistic excellence, and promoting inclusivity. Ballet Elite aims to cultivate a passion for dance by offering comprehensive training programs, performances, and outreach initiatives that enhance the lives of our community.
Now Enrolling: Summer Ballet Intensive 2025
Join us for Ballet Elite LA’s Summer Ballet Intensive, a three-day program dedicated entirely to ballet. This immersive experience brings in esteemed guest teachers alongside our regular faculty, offering dancers the opportunity to refine their technique, artistry, and performance skills. Designed for serious ballet students, the intensive provides focused training in a supportive and inspiring environment.
We are currently enrolling for this event! Don’t miss this chance to elevate your ballet training with expert instruction and professional insight. Reserve your spot today!
Experience the Magic of the Nutcracker with Ballet Elite
Experience the magic of the holiday season with Ballet Elite LA’s fully staged production of The Nutcracker! Each December, our talented dancers bring this beloved classic to life, enchanting audiences with stunning choreography, dazzling costumes, and the timeless music of Tchaikovsky.
Dancers as young as six years old participate in the production, with most ballet classes taking part in this festive performance. Open auditions for The Nutcracker are held in late August; however, auditions are only required for solo roles. Students can join the production simply by enrolling in a ballet class, making it an exciting and inclusive opportunity for young dancers of all levels.
*In addition to The Nutcracker, our high-level ballet classes also perform spring excerpts in our June recital each year.
Empower the next generation of dancers by supporting Ballet Elite.
Ballet Elite LA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring and empowering individuals through classical ballet. As a registered charity, all donations are tax-deductible and directly support our mission by expanding access to high-quality dance education, performances, and community outreach initiatives. Your support helps us make a lasting impact through the art of dance.
Classical Ballet Training, Class Structure:
Ballet:
Our ballet classes follow an 8-level curriculum, from pre-ballet to pre-professional, rooted in the classical ballet method.
As part of our youth classical ballet training, all classes include barre exercises, center floor work, and across-the-floor combinations. Our progressive and educational approach ensures a fun and positive experience for ballet students of all ages.
Class placement is based on an annual exam at the end of the season. New students can try Ballet Premiere 1 or set up a private assessment to determine class level.
Ballet Performance Classes: *Recital Performance-Based Class.
Ballet Technique Classes: *Non-Recital - Technique Class.
Pointe:
All Pointe classes are designed for students with previous ballet training. Students will utilize previously learned ballet techniques while working in pointe shoes. Each class includes barre exercises, center floor work, and across-the-floor combinations. These exercises work on strengthening the feet and ankles.
*Pointe is an invitational class, recommended by their Ballet teacher and approved by the Director and Ballet Director. It requires sufficient strength, technique, and anatomical readiness to support the demands of pointe shoes.
Pre-Pointe: This is a non-performance technique-based class that prepares the student for Pointe 1 and higher.
Pointe 1 and higher: *Recital Performance-Based Class.
Ballet Elite Supports Homeschool Partners
We are proud to offer high-quality ballet training to homeschool students as an approved Blue Ridge Academy vendor, reinforcing our mission to inspire, empower, and promote inclusivity in dance. This partnership allows us to provide personalized instruction that supports individualized learning, ensuring that students outside traditional schooling have access to professional-level training. By fostering artistic excellence and breaking barriers to participation, we create a more diverse dance community while strengthening our outreach efforts. Through this initiative, we are committed to making the transformative power of classical ballet accessible to more students.
You can contact the front desk to learn about using your Blue Ridge funds toward a ballet class!
