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Pre-Professional

Training

Available
September - June

This is an intensive ballet program where students train five days per week to prepare for professional careers in classical ballet. Students train from ages 10 to 17, a total of seven years, advancing through eight levels of the A. Vaganova method. Upon graduation at age 17, they audition for international ballet companies and theaters.

Students compete in major international ballet competitions, perform several times each year, and complete annual examinations.

Age Group
Ages 10-17
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Ani Aharonyan

Ani Aharonyan earned her Certification in Ballet with Academic Honours from Perm State Choreographic College in 2007. During her time at the college, she performed in productions such as "Coppélia" and "Swan Lake," et. al. at the Perm Theatre of Opera and Ballet named after Tchaikovsky.

She then moved to Yerevan, where she received her Academic Qualification in Professional Ballet from Yerevan State Choreographic College in 2008.

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Karolina Nesterova

Karolina Nesterova began her ballet training at the Vaganova Ballet Academy, where she attended preparatory courses from 2003 to 2006. She continued her studies at the academy and graduated in 2013 with a specialized diploma as a ballet dancer.

During her time at the academy, she also interned at the Mariinsky Theatre from 2006 to 2013, where she danced in the corps de ballet for productions such as "The Nutcracker" and "Sleeping Beauty."

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Roman Nesterov

Roman Nesterov received his early education at Konstantin Ushinsky Gymnasium No.1 in Simferopol, Autonomous Republic of Crimea, from 1999 to 2004. He then attended the Kyiv State Ballet College (KSHU) from 2004 to 2012, where he graduated with a specialized diploma in Ballet Dancing and Teaching.

From 2012 to 2019, Roman danced with the St. Petersburg State Academic Theatre of Boris Eifman, performing in the full acting repertoire of the theatre, including small solo roles.

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Pricing & Schedule

Tuition Fees

$33,900 (tax incl.) for Full Year

Monthly Financing: $3,390 x 10 payments
  • 10 Month Course
  • $400 2 Costumes
  • $600 2 Stage Performance Fees
  • UNESCO International Dance Council Ballet Level Certificate

Cancellation Policy: Students ages 3–17 enrolled in a course do not need to cancel in advance. Absences are automatically marked on the class roster.

Refund Policy: All courses are final sale. No refunds will be granted under any circumstances including, but not limited to, non-attendance or voluntary withdrawal.

Program Schedule

Monday - Friday

  • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    Classical Ballet Technique & Pointe Work
  • 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
    Stretching
  • 3:30 PM - 3:45 PM
    Break
  • 3:45 PM - 5:00 PM
    Classical Repertoire (Mon, Wed, Fri)
Neoclassical Ballet (Tues)

    Character Dance (Thurs)
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Achievement Pathway

and Credentials

Examinations and Certifications

  • Level-appropriate conservatory examinations in June
  • UNESCO International Dance Council Ballet Level Certificate

Performances

  • Winter Tour with Kharkiv City Ballet Netherlands and Belgium (18 performances)
  • Year-End Performance
  • UNESCO Dance Council’s International Dance Festival, held annually in Athens and Montreal

Audition

Requirements

All students must submit a video audition to be considered for placement in the program. The video should not exceed 30 minutes and must include the following components:

  • Barre Work

    Pliés, tendu with dégagé, adage with port de bras, and grand battement.

  • Centre Work

    Pirouettes, adage, petit allegro, and grand allegro. Pointe work should be included for dancers ages 11 and up.

  • Variation

    A solo or classical variation (en pointe for dancers ages 11 and up).

  • Audition Attire

    Leotard, tights, and ballet shoes. Hair must be neatly secured in a bun.

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Academics

We are proud to partner with Dwight Global Online School, one of the world's leading online private schools, to provide our pre-professional students with a world-class academic experience that complements their intensive ballet training.

Through this partnership, students can complete their elementary and high school education online while pursuing full-time dance studies at The Russian Ballet School. Dwight Global's works with athletes, performers and full-time professionals who require flexible academic scheduling. The online environment enables live seminars, on-demand resources and individualized support so students can pursue thei

Read more about Dwight Global on Pointe Magazine.

A Legacy of Educational Excellence

Dwight School has a long and complex history spanning more than 150 years, primarily in New York City. In 1872, the Sachs Collegiate Institute, an all-boys' school focused on college preparation, was founded by Dr. Julius Sachs, a noted educator and son of the co-founder of Goldman Sachs. It was first known as "The Sachs School." Today, the network school includes campuses in New York, London, Dubai, Seoul, and Hanoi, as well as the online Dwight Global Online School.

International Baccalaureate Diploma

Dwight offers the complete IB continuum: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). For students seeking a more flexible path, the Dwight Courses Program combines traditional coursework with independent study and creative projects. Their Quest Program provides one-on-one academic and organizational support for students with learning differences, ensuring every learner receives personalized guidance.

Tuition and Financial Aid

Students who join Dwight Global while studying at The Russian Ballet School will receive a 50% tuition discount on Dwight's academic program (2025-26 rate reduced from $42,750 to $21,375).

Dwight also provides need-based financial aid, with additional benefits for families receiving 50% or more assistance. These include school lunch, textbooks, after-school programs, athletics, transportation discounts, grade-wide domestic and international trips, summer camp discounts, uniform gift certificates, and complimentary admission to parent and family events.

Student Life and Community

At the heart of Dwight's mission-"igniting the spark of genius in every child"—is a commitment to helping students explore their passions through innovation and creativity. Signature programs such as Spark Tank, founded in 2015, give K-12 students the opportunity to launch their own businesses, non-profits, and product designs, with mentorship and funding from the Dwight School Foundation. Sparkathon, a 48-hour design challenge for grades 6-12, inspires teamwork and innovation through real-world problem solving. Meanwhile, Spark Talks bring industry leaders to speak with students across Dwight's international network.

Students have had the opportunity to participate in Dwight Network programming across England, Ireland, Italy, Kenya, Dubai and many more global locations. On Fridays the school schedules club and extracurricular programming, supported by over 35 clubs in the online environment, and any student can launch a faculty-sponsored club of their own.

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This is an intensive ballet program where students train five days per week to prepare for professional careers in classical ballet. Students train from ages 10 to 17, a total of seven years, advancing through eight levels of the A. Vaganova method. Upon graduation at age 17, they audition for international ballet companies and theaters.

Students compete in major international ballet competitions, perform several times each year, and complete annual examinations.

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Age Group
Ages 10-17

Curriculum
Students train daily in classical ballet technique (barre, centre, allegro), pointe, classical repertoire, neoclassical ballet, character dance, and ballet gymnastics.
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Competitions
Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP)
Bolshoi Ballet’s International Ballet Competition
Varna International Ballet Competition.

Performances
Winter Performance
Late Spring Performance
UNESCO Dance Council’s International Dance Festival, held annually in Athens and Montreal

Examinations and Certifications
Level-appropriate conservatory examinations in June
UNESCO International Dance Council membership

Tuition
Tuition for the full academic year is $33,900 (tax incl.)
Monthly Financing: $3,390 x 10 payments.

Housing
Families and students may arrange local accommodation through a broker to private listings.  

While we do not provide housing at this time, we welcome partnerships from those interested in contributing to the growth and long-term developement of the schools' facilities and infratrcture to support full-time training.

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Pricing & Schedule

$30,000 CAD
10 Month Course
Includes $25.00 CAD Registration Fee
$645.00 CAD Deposit
8 Post-Dated Checks for $310.00 CAD each from Oct – May
Program Schedule
Full-time daily training from Monday to Friday
11:35 AM - 11:45 AM Warm Up
11:45AM - 1:15PM Classical Ballet Technique
1:15 PM - 2:15PM Pointe
2:15PM - 3:15PM - Stretching
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM Break
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM Classical Ballet Repertoire (Mon, Wed, Fri)
Neoclassical Ballet (Tues)
Character Dance (Thurs)
$3125.00 CAD
10 Month Course – September 7 – June 25
Includes $25.00 CAD Registration Fee
$645.00 CAD Deposit
8 Post-Dated Checks for $310.00 CAD each from Oct – May
Program Schedule
3 sessions per week – 1 Hr Ballet Class | 30 Min Pointe | 30 Min Rehearsal
Mon 7:30PM – 9:30PM
Thurs 7:30PM – 9:30PM
Fri 4:30PM – 6:30PM

Academic Studies

We are proud to partner with Dwight Global Online School, one of the world's leading online private schools, to provide our pre-professional students with a world-class academic experience that complements their intensive ballet training.

Through this partnership, students can complete their elementary and high school education online while pursuing full-time dance studies at The Russian Ballet School. Dwight Global's works with athletes, performers and full-time professionals who require flexible academic scheduling. The online environment enables live seminars, on-demand resources and individualized support so students can pursue their passions while completing rigorous academics.

Read more about Dwight Global on Pointe Magazine.  

A Legacy of Educational Excellence

Dwight School has a long and complex history spanning more than 150 years, primarily in New York City. In 1872, the Sachs Collegiate Institute, an all-boys' school focused on college preparation, was founded by Dr. Julius Sachs, a noted educator and son of the co-founder of Goldman Sachs. It was first known as "The Sachs School." Today, the network school includes campuses in New York, London, Dubai, Seoul, and Hanoi, as well as the online Dwight Global Online School.

International Baccalaureate Diploma

Dwight offers the complete IB continuum: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). For students seeking a more flexible path, the Dwight Courses Program combines traditional coursework with independent study and creative projects. Their Quest Program provides one-on-one academic and organizational support for students with learning differences, ensuring every learner receives personalized guidance.

Tuition and Fincial Aid

Students who join Dwight Global while studying at The Russian Ballet School will receive a 50% tuition discount on Dwight's academic program (2025-26 rate reduced from $42,750 to $21,375).

Dwight also provides need-based financial aid, with additional benefits for families receiving 50% or more assistance. These include school lunch, textbooks, after-school programs, athletics, transportation discounts, grade-wide domestic and international trips, summer camp discounts, uniform gift certificates, and complimentary admission to parent and family events.

Student Life and Community

At the heart of Dwight's mission-"igniting the spark of genius in every child"—is a commitment to helping students explore their passions through innovation and creativity. Signature programs such as Spark Tank, founded in 2015, give K-12 students the opportunity to launch their own businesses, non-profits, and product designs, with mentorship and funding from the Dwight School Foundation. Sparkathon, a48-hour design challenge for grades 6-12, inspires teamwork and innovation through real-world problem solving. Meanwhile, Spark Talks bring industry leaders to speak with students across Dwight's international network.

Students have had the opportunity to participate in Dwight Network programming across England, Ireland, Italy, Kenya, Dubai and many more global locations. On Fridays the school schedules club and extracurricular programming, supported by over 35 clubs in the online environment, and any student can launch a faculty-sponsored club of their own.

Graduates of Dwight Global Attended
Student housing dorm room for The Russian Ballet School in Toronto for the pre-professional ballet training program for students 10-17 years old.

Student

Housing

At this time, the school does not offer housing.

Minors must reside with a parent, legal guardian, or an approved custodian while studying in Canada. At this time, we are only accepting students who are eligible to study in Canada without a work-study permit. Please review eligibility requirements here.

Medical insurance coverage is mandatory for all students. It is the responsibility of the student and their family to ensure adequate coverage through the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP), their home province’s plan, or a private insurance provider.

We welcome strategic partnerships with individuals and organizations dedicated to advancing the school’s long-term development, particularly in the establishment of facilities and infrastructure to support full-time professional training.

We are accepting partnerships with Designated Learning Institutions (DLIs) that will enable international students to apply for study permits, work-study authorization, and visas through recognized educational pathways.

Partner & Sponsor Inquiries

Uniform

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Girls Uniform

French blue leotard with skirt, white tights, hair secured in a bun. Canvas ballet shoes in students’ skin colour. No jewellery except small earrings.

Available in various sizes

Boys Uniform

White form-fitting t-shirt, grey leggings, white socks. Black or canvas ballet shoes in the students’ skin colour. Hair should be neat and out of face.

Professional dancewear required

Gender-Inclusive Uniform

Student’s choice of girls’, boys’, or combination of both uniforms–based on comfort and expression.

Uniform Store Information

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50 Sheppard Ave W, Unit 200, North York, ON M2N 1M2
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+1 (416) 225-6862

Visit our partner store for fitted uniform consultation and professional dance wear.

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Open Tuesday-Saturday, 11AM-5PM and Sunday 12-4PM