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Autumn Ballet Master Classes 2025, Singapore (soon)
Schedule 2025-2026
Vaganova Ballet Academy Summer School 2026 St-Petersburg, Russia
Winter Ballet Camp 2025 Tokyo, Japan (soon)
Study abroad support
Vaganova Ballet Academy Summer Camp 2026 Nagano, Japan
Vaganova Academy Summer Camp 2026, Nagano
Autumn Ballet Master Classes 2025, Singapore
Schedule 2025-2026
Study abroad support
Petipa PRIX 2026, Japan
Vaganova Ballet Academy Summer School 2026, Russia
Japan Vaganova Ballet Association
Japan Vaganova Ballet Association (JVBA) is official partner of the Vaganova Ballet Academy in Japan and ASIA region.
Since 2018, we have been conducting ballet camps, intensives, master-classes helping with admission and promoting talented children, conducting regular ballet classes for children, adults and ballet teachers.
We love ballet and art and invite everyone to join us in this wonderful journey.
Who we are in persons
- The Best Ballet TeachersGlobally recognized masters and teachers of Vaganova Ballet Academy. Their rigorous training ensures every student achieves technical precision and artistic expression.
- World Ballet StarsCollaborating with luminaries from renowned companies like the Mariinsky and Bolshoi, we bring international virtuosos to inspire Japan’s ballet scene. These artists lead masterclasses, choreograph exclusive works, and share their unparalleled expertise.
- Ballet dancersFrom aspiring prodigies to professional performers, our dancers embody discipline and artistry, honed through daily Vaganova training. They shine on stages worldwide, carrying the legacy of classical ballet into the modern era.
- Art loversPatrons and enthusiasts fuel our mission, celebrating ballet as a timeless cultural treasure. Through workshops, galas, and outreach programs, we unite a community dedicated to preserving and evolving ballet’s beauty in Japan.
ballet teachers in the world
- Elena ZabalkanskayaVaganova Academy current teacherElena Zabalkanskaya has been teaching our participants since the very beginning of the project. She is a very kind yet demanding instructor. She gladly shares with students her many years of experience performing on the stage of the Mariinsky Theatre and teaching within the Vaganova Ballet Academy.
- Tatiana SolomiankoVaganova Academy current teacherTatyana Solomyanko is a wonderful teacher for girls. After her lessons, students are always filled with grace and ease. Tatyana’s concert pieces are also always polished and professional. The children gain invaluable experience, which they can immediately apply on any stage in the future.
- Victor GryaznovVaganova Academy current teacherViktor Gryaznov is a highly intelligent and refined teacher. He explains every element of classical dance in a very clear yet meticulous way. In his classes, students don’t rush through the program but instead focus on mastering foundational movements, ensuring their bodies remember them once and for all.
- Olga MakarovaVaganova Academy current teacherOlga Makarova’s experience has honed her ability to balance strength and elegance—qualities essential to ballet performance. Having recently concluded her solo stage career and transitioned into teaching, she brings fresh insights and vibrant energy to her students.
- Yulia KamilovaVaganova Academy current teacherYulia Kamilova is a unique teacher who continues to perform on stage. She always dances every combination alongside her students at full pace, which is incredibly important for beginner dancers. She also explains the nuances of national dances.
- Yulia ZaitsevaVaganova Academy current teacherYulia Zaitseva has been teaching historical dance at the Academy for many years. She knows all the intricacies of the poses and character of that era better than anyone. Our students absorb every word and gesture she shares, and later perform on stage like true professionals.
- Dmitry PykhachevVaganova Academy current teacherDmitry Pykhachev is a brilliant performer of character roles in ballet. He both dances at the Mariinsky Theatre and teaches at the Academy. Teachers of his caliber in acting and character dance are rare, even in Russia, let alone other countries. It’s a unique opportunity to take lessons from him.
- Daria VergizovaVaganova Academy former teacherDaria Vergizova, a renowned choreographer in the world of dance, always finds time to participate in our program. Contemporary dance is challenging, as it lacks the structured foundation of ballet, but Daria has a unique ability to explain and captivate everyone with her original and imaginative artistry.
- Sofia GumerovaVaganova Academy former teacherSofia Gumerova has performed countless roles at the Mariinsky. She teaches movements in a way that is often described as "from foot to foot," ensuring every detail is passed on with precision. In her repertoire classes, she provides students with deep insights into each role in classical ballet, sharing her wealth of experience.
Our professional pianists
- Maria BaibordinaVaganova Ballet Academy curent pianistMaria is extremely professional pianist. She knows all the repertoire and always supports the teacher by improvising during acting and character dance classes.
- Tatiana TsvirkoVaganova Ballet Academy curent pianistTatyana effortlessly masters every tempo.Students find it easy to dance adagio and jumps, as the music perfectly captures every accent.
- Maria ZukovaVaganova Ballet Academy curent pianistMaria is a versatile pianist. She is also highly artistic, and this artistry shines through in the character of her musical performances.
World ballet stars - Our special guests
- Elena EvseevaMariinsky Theatre curent First soloistElena has participated in every one of our summer schools. She clearly and effectively explains all the methods of stretching and preparing professional ballet dancers. Each time, students receive gifts and autographs from her, as she is a wonderful soloist at the Mariinsky Theatre.
- Maria KhorevaMariinsky Theatre curent First soloistMaria tours extensively and is known in many countries. A refined ballerina, she loves teaching and sharing her secrets on how to keep an artist’s body in top condition for a long-lasting career. During her classes, everyone gives their best, and afterward, there’s an opportunity to ask Maria questions in an interview.
- Kristina ShapranMariinsky Theatre curent First soloistKristina is a very refined and modest ballerina. These qualities are essential for creating a romantic image in ballet. In her classes, she teaches students the elegance of movement, which is so crucial for stage performance. Her ability to convey both grace and emotion through dance inspires students to reach new level.
- Farukh RuzimatovMariinsky Theatre former PrincipalFarukh Ruzimatov is a ballet legend. His roles are always captivating, energetic, and filled with unique charm. Though he may have a stern gaze, he teaches students to feel every gesture with their soul, ensuring it resonates truthfully with future audiences.
- Andrei MerkurievBolshoi Theatre former PrincipalAndrey Merkuriev is a renowned artist. Now, he runs an entire theater. In his classes, he emphasizes the precision of foot positions and the fluidity of arm lines. With kindness, he guides students into the complex world of ballet mastery.
- Diana VishnevaMariinsky Theatre curent PrincipalTickets to Diana’s performances sell out long before the shows. She is a living legend who continues to delight audiences with the endless inspiration of her roles, the sheer number of which is impossible to count. Even meeting her once is a memory to cherish for a lifetime.
Our photographers and videographers
- Mark OlichPrincipal PhotographerMark Olich is a world-renowned ballet photographer. His lens usually captures ballet stars, but for our young talents, he is always ready to provide inspiration and motivation for their rigorous training. In the end, this results in stunning photographs and memories that will last a lifetime.
- Alina KhankoVideographer and secondAlina is a videographer with a divine talent. To fully understand the nuances of ballet movements, she regularly takes ballet classes herself. In her videos, students transform from beginners into true professionals. Alina is the best ballet videographer in Russia.
Our staff team
- Kanon KaritaInterpretorKanon graduated from the Vaganova Academy and later danced in a professional Russian theater. She is always positive and responsive to the participants’ requests. In her free time, she enjoys vlogging.
- Eriko SaginumaTeam workEriko is a teacher of English and Russian. During the program, she always helps all students with their schedules and any questions that arise. She is kind yet strict, like a mom.
- Ayami OkiInterpreterAyami is a professional, certified ballet teacher. She understands the meaning behind every word spoken by the Vaganova Academy teachers most closely and accurately, as she is a graduate of the Academy herself.
- Asuka TokuyamaInterpreterAsuka is a professional journalist who has long been covering events in Russia for Japan. During our program, she combines her passion for storytelling with helping children better understand Russian culture.
- Tomoka TonomuraTeam workTomoka also graduated from a Russian ballet school and now works professionally in a ballet theater. She is very active and energetic. Not a single student escapes her attention.
- Andrei OrlovCEOI won’t write much about myself — I’m the organizer.
What we make together
- Summer Ballet Camp in NaganoThe best ballet camp in Japan1
- Summer Ballet School in Vaganova Academy, RussiaThe most amazing all inclisive ballet camp in Russia2
- Petipa PRIXBallet competition3
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Text5 - Events for ballet studio ownersProfessional development for ballet teachers and ballet studio owners6
Ballet camps and intensives
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Our students have the chance to perform on the historic stage where most of the world’s ballet stars began their professional journeys.
Students will learn the fundamentals of traditional Russian ballet artistry and stylistic beauty through the study of ballet history, Russian language, music, history and anatomy
You will have the chance to take master classes from world famous ballet dancers
You will have the opportunities to audition for famous Russian style ballet schools in the world at the end of summer camp
Students will receive direct instructions on a wide variety of lessons, including classical ballet, character dance, historical dance, contemporary dance and acting. Teachers from Vaganova Ballet Academy will teach students the most traditional Russian style ballet
SUMMER CAMP in NAGANO, JAPAN
SUMMER SCHOOL in ST-PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
SUMMER INTENSIVE in TOKYO, JAPAN
WINTER INTENSIVES in TOKYO, JAPAN
SUMMER INTENSIVES in SINGAPOUR, SINGAPOUR
Petipa PRIX
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Ballet Study Abroad Support
We work hard every day to make our customers' lives better and happier
- Eva StarkCustomer SupportEva is the voice of our brand. She spends hours making our clients feel cared for and enjoying their communication with the company. If you have any suggestions or ideas, you can write to her.
- Julia BushDesign DirectorJulia takes care of everything you can see. She spent five years in London learning visual communication. She uses her knowledge to make the world a little more beautiful.
- Max HoldenFounder & Art DirectorMax founded our company. He is the father of our main goals and values. He found the core members of our team and helped them to show their unique talents in the work process.
- 300+students who have completed our programs and competitions
- 16students, whom we help to be admitted to Vaganova academy
- 28students, whom we help to be admitted to another top ballet schools in Russia
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Vaganova Ballet Academy Summer School 2026
St-Petersburg, Russia
Vaganova Ballet Academy Summer Camp 2026
Nagano, Japan
Autumn Ballet Master Classes 2025, Singapore
Winter Ballet Camp 2025
Tokyo, Japan(soon)
St-Petersburg, Russia
Vaganova Ballet Academy Summer Camp 2026
Nagano, Japan
Autumn Ballet Master Classes 2025, Singapore
Winter Ballet Camp 2025
Tokyo, Japan(soon)
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