VAGANOVA PROGRAM (7yrs & above)
Vaganova students are required to attend.
- Twice a week Ballet classes in our Vaganova Program taught by our Principal, Mr Ilya Shcherbakov, the first and only Vaganova-certified instructor in Singapore
- Optional Variation Technique class
We offer four levels in this program based on age*:
- Vaganova 1 – Ages 7 – 9
- Vaganova 2 – Ages 8 – 10
- Vaganova 3 – Ages 10 – 12
- Vaganova 4 – Ages 13 & above
Admission to our Vaganova Program is through audition only. For more information, enquire at info@ballet-classique.com.
Variation technique class
This class gives students the opportunity to learn solo variations and work on the technique and steps required for solo variations.
Focus will be given on breaking down and working on the correct execution of steps as well as understanding and learning the different styles of each solo variation required.
Students will also be introduced to Character Dance taught in Russian ballet schools, as well as Progressive Ballet Technique (PBT) exercises to build strength and improve muscle memory.
*Vaganova program students attending regular ballet classes get to enjoy Variation Technique classes at a special discounted class price.
CLASS | DAY | TIME | INSTRUCTOR |
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Variation Technique Class | Tuesday | 6.30 - 8.00pm | Mr Ilya |
Vaganova Character Dance
Character Dance is the stylised representation of a traditional folk or national dance which is integral to Classical Ballet training.
Students will learn Character Dance in Ballet classes, as taught in Russian Ballet schools and experience different dance styles like Russian Dance, Hungarian Dance, Polish Mazurka and Polonaise, Arabian dance etc. This class aims to help our Vaganova students develop the beautiful dance quality and coordination required to become versatile dancers.
Progressive Ballet Technique
Have a pre-schooler? We prepare our children aged 5 – 7 for the Vaganova Program with 2 Pre-Vaganova class levels to establish a solid foundation in the fundamentals of Classical Ballet. Find out more here: