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What we do

We instill a love of dance in each student and give them skills that last a lifetime

In our dance school, we lay the foundation, training our students with the concept of discipline, determination, and dedication. These skills begin with ballet and are useful in all aspects of our students’ lives. Start your dance journey with us, book your free dance class.

World Class Premises

We have the structure and comfort needed to be the best dance studio in Johannesburg for learning, for dance mums to wait, for students to grow and excel in dance.

Highly Experienced, Caring Teachers

We choose the most qualified
individuals for each position and insist on continued education, development, and commitment to their role.

All Classes Are taught by Industry Arts Professionals

Our highly experienced, carefully selected teachers treat each student with respect, expertise and a passion for developing their potential and personality through the expression of dance. Our classes are holistic, where each student is seen as a whole, as a unique being that requires full attention and assistance.

Hence, our method of teaching is not one of “repeating what the teacher does”, but one of embracing each student’s strengths and transforming it into beautiful movement and technique.

DISCOVER THE DANCE

What we offer

Our Classes

Junior Ballet

3-8 yrs old

Class details

Our ballet programme is based on the Russian (Vaganova) method. All new students are placed in a level that will be challenging but will allow for maximum growth and improvement of the dancer.

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Senior Ballet

Russian method for all levels

Class details

Our ballet programme is based on the Russian (Vaganova) method. All new students are placed in a level that will be challenging but will allow for maximum growth and improvement of the dancer.

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Youth Russian Ballet Company

Performance opportunities

Class details

At the Youth Russian Ballet Company, we inspire others by passing on our vast knowledge and passion for a ballet performance.

Contemporary Dance

Variety of contemporary techniques

Class details

A variety of contemporary dance techniques including Release-based, Contact Improvisation, Graham and Cunningham technique.

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Adults Ballet

For beginners and advanced dancers

Class details

Beginners and previously experienced dancers are welcome. You don't have to meet any standards. All it requires is a genuine love for ballet and a desire to do it.

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Testimonials

What They Say

"A truly inspirational place and only the sky is the limit! It has been run by a team of teachers dedicated to help your child to fulfil his or her dreams. The school offers a large spectrum of ballet classes from Pre-primary (designed for children 5 - 7 year old) to Pre-Professional (preparing young dancers for a professional career). In addition to ballet classes, the experiences teachers give classes on: creative (3 -4 years old) and contemporary dance."
Elena B. - Parent
"My daughter loves to learn and practice in Russian Ballet School. The professional lovely school has led her to the joy of dance. Thanks for the awesome guidance of Teacher Talisa."
Tian Xiangyu - Parent
"My daughter is 5 years old. She has been with RSB for about 4 months now. She is loving the ballet. The school is very professional. The nice thing is that they are a school that can also help you if you would like to make dancing a career."
Margo Van Rensburg - Parent
"I absolutely love dancing at the Russian School of Ballet! Everything is very detailed from the dancing to the explanations, there's always an answer to "why do we do it this way?" or "which muscles is it supposed to work?" The Russian School of Ballet is extremely passionate about the children and the dancing and there's a lot of effort put into making everything they do beautiful. Dancing at this school is a very enjoyable experience and you learn something new almost all the time, you learn to push yourself and constantly improve both in and out of dancing. Couldn't ask for better❤️"
Talisa Pillay - Ballet Student
"We have been to many Ballet schools in 4 different countries, yet with Russian school of Ballet my daughter has progressed quicker than anywhere else, she loves going there everyday and I can see that they make sure to help each dancer to develop, not just to take a class and leave but they make sure that every dancer how they can get better, they encourage the dancers to take competitions, we had the Buratino Show last week and it was amazing!! Everything was organised, professional, the kids loved it and we enjoyed every moment of it, I would recommend it to anyone who want to help their children to enjoy and progress in Ballet, very friendly teacher/parents, feels like family, Thank you so much RSB."
Doha Hazem - Parent
"We came back to the school during the lock down times. The online program is EXCEPTIONALLY GOOD!"
Saniye G Neumann - Parent

Why Choose Russian School of Ballet

THE VAGANOVA METHOD
We train our students in one of the most prestigious methods of ballet teaching. This style has been the core training of many of the world’s finest classical dancers. It is developed to work on the body as a whole.
HIGHLY EXPERIENCED TEACHERS
We choose the most qualified individuals for each position and insist on continued education, development, and commitment to their role. Each of our skilled instructors takes into account the unique anatomy, physical and cognitive development of each student.
HOLISTIC CLASSES
Each student is seen as a whole person. Seeing their potential, their personality, they are encouraged both mentally and physically. Ballet classes are so much more than a physical exercise, they develop a person as a whole.

WORLD CLASS PREMISES
We have the structure and comfort needed to be the best studio for learning, for parents to wait, for students to grow and excel in dance, equipped with a wall of mirrors and spring floor with Harlequin Studio mats.
LONG-LASTING SKILLS
We teach so much more than dance. Our classes follow our students into all aspects of life. From a love of dance to a mentality that assists in moving into adulthood. They learn structure and discipline in an inspiring way.
GREATEST OPTION FOR PARENTS
We guarantee that each child is cared for and encouraged, making us a family favorite school. Parents feel happy in the knowledge that their child is with the most qualified professionals who can assist in their child's dream and development.

NURTURING
We nurture and develop each student's skills. Encouraging, empowering and assisting them to reach full potential. We want our students to leave each class feeling inspired and hopeful for their future in dance, beaming with energy and confidence.
MULTICULTURAL ENVIRONMENT
While learning at the Russian School of Ballet, our students are immersed in a multicultural environment with students and teachers from all over the world with diverse backgrounds and unique qualities. It's a wonderful place for learning and acceptance of everyone.