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Alekseevna Ballet Academy
5 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Ballet school in Catskill, New York
Plan your first class
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- Pointe pointe and pre-pointe work for dancers who are ready — the pre-pointe strengthening comes first
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 845-699-3312
- Website & schedule aballetacademy.square.site — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 4–5:15 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–7:30 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 4–5:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“I’ve taken the adult ballet class for over a year now with no prior dance experience, and I feel my body beginning to understand the language of ballet.”
“I take her adult beginner ballet class and it is the highlight of my week.”
“If the Catskills wasn’t so far I would sign my daughter up for classes again in a heartbeat 💓.”
How they train
“Nadia is a rare gem of professionalism and passion in teaching Vaganova ballet in the Hudson Valley.”
What families & students say
“Nadia is an amazing teacher - she expects excellence from her students, and gives top tier instruction.”
“She creates a welcoming and positive environment for her students where they can learn and understand the true value of technique and the importance of a good foundation.”
“She creates a welcoming and positive environment for her students where they can learn and understand the true value of technique and the importance of a good foundation.”
“My daughter loved the whole experience.”
“Nadia is consummate professional who offers a supportive and welcoming environment for learning the beautiful art of Russian style ballet.”
“I was excited that in my 40's I was in her production of the Nutcracker that she carefully choreographed for our skill level.”
From the reviews
Nadia is consummate professional who offers a supportive and welcoming environment for learning the beautiful art of Russian style ballet. I can't believe we are so lucky to have a teacher of her expertise and talent in our small town! Her services are something that can usually only be found in big cities.
Throughout the time I was one of Miss Nadias students, I grew significantly as a dancer. She creates a welcoming and positive environment for her students where they can learn and understand the true value of technique and the importance of a good foundation.
Ms. Nadia is a phenomenal ballet instructor. She teaches the fundamentals and lays a solid foundation. My 2 daughters learned so much from her. She helped one of them work up to pointe shoes. I also took classes with her and she was so patient and made sure I learned the proper way to execute basic moves.
Loving the adult ballet class, Nadia is a great teacher. I had no dance experience before starting the class, and Nadia does a great job being attentive to her students and adjusting for our abilities while still pushing us to improve. It's a highlight of my week!
Adult ballet at Alekseevna Ballet Academy
Alekseevna Ballet Academy runs classes for grown-ups, going by their listing and students’ reviews. If you've never taken ballet, or you're coming back to it after years away, this is for you — and a good studio genuinely welcomes a nervous first-timer. A few things worth asking before you go. First, which class to start in — look for one labeled "absolute beginner" or "adult beginner" rather than an open or "all levels" class, so you learn the fundamentals at the right pace. Second, drop-in or term — many adult programs let you pay per class to try it, then move to a term or monthly package once you're hooked. Third, what to wear — comfortable clothes you can move in, plus socks or bare feet, are plenty for a first class; you won't need a leotard or ballet shoes to walk in the door. It's never too late for first position.
Your first ballet class at Alekseevna Ballet Academy
Nervous about walking into your first class? Almost everyone is — and a good studio expects beginners, whether your dancer is five or you're returning at fifty. Here's what to know. What to wear: comfortable clothes you can move in, with socks or bare feet; a leotard and tights are nice if you have them, but not required, and pointe shoes are years down the road — never day one. What to expect: class usually starts at the barre with slow, simple movements to warm up, then moves to the center — follow along, copy the teacher, and don't worry about getting it "right" the first time. Arrive early: come 10–15 minutes ahead to change, find a spot, and let the teacher know it's a first class so they can keep an eye out. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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