The Ballet Academy of Warrenton is dedicated to quality teaching of classical ballet, using the Russian method, based upon the Vaganova syllabus. This unique teaching method has been producing world-class dancers for nearly one hundred years, among them such luminaries as Rudolf Nureyev, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Maya Plisetskaya, Galina Ulanova, Natalie Makarova, Vladimer Malakov and Nina Anashiliva. The legendary choreographer George Balanchine received his ballet training and first danced in Russia before coming to America.

Classical ballet provides the foundation for all other dance forms. It is the most demanding, most disciplined of all dance forms; but also the most rewarding. With a solid ballet foundation, classically trained dancers can transfer their skills into jazz, modern dance, or any other dance form they might decide to pursue. Accomplishing that solid ballet foundation is crucial to becoming an outstanding dancer in any dance form. The Ballet Academy of Warrenton provides our students with that solid ballet foundation.

The Ballet Academy of Warrenton provides a positive environment where every student is expected to strive for excellence to the very best of his or her abilities. We, in turn, will always strive to make a positive contribution to the lives of our students and our community. We will achieve this by giving students the individualized guidance and attention to which they are entitled; while instilling the value of commitment, respect, hard work, discipline, and artistry.