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Almayeva Ballet student Taylor Cross in expressive performance of Nikiya from La Bayadere
scene from Almayeva Ballet performance of Chopiniana with Taylor Cross and Damien Martinez

Almayeva Ballet
Professional Training Program

  • ​Our Professional Training Program is designed for serious students who would like to become professional ballet dancers.

  • Dancers who join the program participate in various prestigious ballet and dance competitions, including international ones. The rigorous training prepares them to successfully audition for professional ballet companies and/or join college level dance programs with good chances of receiving ballet scholarships.

  • Professional Training Program currently is by invitation only. The invitations to join the program are extended by the Artistic Director to dancers who successfully audition for the program, either in person, or through a video link.

  • Other requirements include taking all classes of the appropriate level at Marina Almayeva School of Classical Ballet, attend Marina Almayeva School Summer Intensives, as well as be available for additional private or semiprivate coaching sessions which may be scheduled during late morning or early afternoon hours. 

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Marina Almayeva with her students Ava Thomas and Taylor Cross after ballet competition
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