Bayer Ballet Academy School

Bayer Ballet Company 501c3 non-profit company is dedicated to enhancing the cultural well-being of our community by contributing enriching cultural experiences and equitable accessibility to the art of classical ballet (Vaganova Method), through educational and interactive events and world-class performances.

Founded in 2005, Bayer Ballet has gained international recognition for artistic excellence, as an educator of the Vaganova Method and producer of world-class performances. Our award-winning faculty directly hail from the Vaganova Academy and Bolshoi, where they received their training, teaching credentials, and advanced graduate degrees in pedagogy.

Chloe Helimets, Bayer Ballet Day Program student, has been selected to participate in Prix de Lausanne 2025. The Prix de Lausanne is a prestigious international ballet competition.

An immersive experience in classical ballet training for students ages 9-12 and 13+, focusing on technique, artistry, musicality, and stage presence, emphasizing the why behind corrections and the Vaganova system.

Master Vaganova & Contemporary Instruction focusing on Variations, allowing dancers to master and perform challenging solos from classical ballet repertoire.

Master Vaganova & Contemporary Instruction in Pointe/Pre-Pointe work, essential for female dancers aiming for proficiency in classical ballet technique.

Master Vaganova & Contemporary Instruction in Contemporary Dance, broadening dancers' artistic horizons and technical vocabulary beyond classical ballet techniques.

Master Vaganova & Contemporary Instruction in Stretching and Conditioning, crucial elements for developing and maintaining the physical strength, flexibility, and stamina required for elite ballet performance.

Master Vaganova & Contemporary Instruction in Character Dance, exploring diverse cultural dance forms integrated within ballet training for a well-rounded performance repertoire.

Master Vaganova & Contemporary Instruction including Pas de Deux, specifically for lead roles, enhancing dancers' partnering skills and stage presence in classical ballets.

Master Vaganova & Contemporary Instruction covering Classical Ballet Repertoire, allowing dancers to deepen their understanding and performance of iconic ballet works.

Master Vaganova & Contemporary Instruction focusing on Vaganova Ballet Technique, a fundamental discipline for serious dancers seeking to refine their artistry and technique.

To register for the the Day Program audition, please complete the Day Program Application form.

Bayer Ballet Academy is enrolling new students for pre-ballet through pre-professional levels (3-18 years old)! Division placement is based on level and determined by the Artistic Director. Training for Ages 3-18+.

This multi-disciplinary will provide dancers with a well-rounded curriculum, including ballet, character, and contemporary. Refine your technique and artistry, while discovering opportunities to take your dancing to next level.

Refine your technique and artistry, while discovering opportunities to take your dancing to next level. An artfully-rigorous curriculum, focused on male technique, presenting the Vaganova technique in its purest form, is delivered by internationally-acclaimed Bayer Ballet Faculty & Guest Instructors.

Bayer Ballet's Male Program is an artfully-rigorous curriculum, which presents the Vaganova technique in its purest form. Delivered by an internationally-acclaimed faculty, our curriculum is designed for boys of all ages and levels, who are interested and eager to learn.

Bayer Ballet's Male Program is an artfully-rigorous curriculum, which presents the Vaganova technique in its purest form. Delivered by an internationally-acclaimed faculty, our curriculum is designed for boys of all ages and levels, who are interested and eager to learn.

Bayer Ballet's Male Program is an artfully-rigorous curriculum, which presents the Vaganova technique in its purest form. Delivered by an internationally-acclaimed faculty, our curriculum is designed for boys of all ages and levels, who are interested and eager to learn.

Bayer Ballet's Male Program is an artfully-rigorous curriculum, which presents the Vaganova technique in its purest form. Delivered by an internationally-acclaimed faculty, our curriculum is designed for boys of all ages and levels, who are interested and eager to learn.

Bayer Ballet's Male Program is an artfully-rigorous curriculum, which presents the Vaganova technique in its purest form. Delivered by an internationally-acclaimed faculty, our curriculum is designed for boys of all ages and levels, who are interested and eager to learn.

Bayer Ballet's Male Program is an artfully-rigorous curriculum, which presents the Vaganova technique in its purest form. Delivered by an internationally-acclaimed faculty, our curriculum is designed for boys of all ages and levels, who are interested and eager to learn.

Bayer Ballet's Male Program is an artfully-rigorous curriculum, which presents the Vaganova technique in its purest form. Delivered by an internationally-acclaimed faculty, our curriculum is designed for boys of all ages and levels, who are interested and eager to learn.

For any form of dance, strength and flexibility are important for moving comfortable and gracefully. Our specially developed stretching curriculum builds muscle, increases flexibility, and provides a foundation for many of the more difficult movements in ballet and contemporary.

Traditional character dance taught by renowned faculty. This class is meant as a supplement to classical ballet training as it allows for a greater range of expression and diversity for students to grow and develop with.

Bayer Ballet Academy provides contemporary ballet training as a complement to our classical curriculum. Available for all levels of youth ballet.

This year round program is intended for students that are looking for a serious program that includes performance and competition opportunities. Rooted in the Vaganova method, students receive a high level of classical ballet education that can prepare them for a professional career. This specialized training program is designed for dedicated dancers, who are eager to receive a more rigorous training regimen to help them develop/refine technique and artistry. Personalized to each dancer, the teachers will help them to define realistic goals, track their performance, and provide resources that help them to thrive, grow and accomplish their goals. Classes will be held during the evenings on weekdays at Bayer Ballet Academy studios in Mountain View, California. Selection by audition.

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Bayer Ballet Academy provides contemporary ballet training as a complement to our classical curriculum. Available for all levels of youth ballet.

Our Pre- Ballet Division is a nurturing environment for children to explore the many facets of the artform of dance and self-expression. Our holistic approach to teaching children is focused on promoting health and wellness, creativity and social-emotional life skill development, while teaching essential life skills (discipline, perseverance, accountability).

Pre-Ballet students develop physically and artistically through a systematic program, based upon foundations of the Vaganova method. The program which is comprised of six levels, spanning from ages 3-8 years old, allows students to gradually progress through a well-rounded, healthy approach to learning the complex art of ballet.

Pre-Ballet students develop physically and artistically through a systematic program, based upon foundations of the Vaganova method. The program which is comprised of six levels, spanning from ages 3-8 years old, allows students to gradually progress through a well-rounded, healthy approach to learning the complex art of ballet.

Pre-Ballet students develop physically and artistically through a systematic program, based upon foundations of the Vaganova method. The program which is comprised of six levels, spanning from ages 3-8 years old, allows students to gradually progress through a well-rounded, healthy approach to learning the complex art of ballet.

Pre-Ballet students develop physically and artistically through a systematic program, based upon foundations of the Vaganova method. The program which is comprised of six levels, spanning from ages 3-8 years old, allows students to gradually progress through a well-rounded, healthy approach to learning the complex art of ballet.

Pre-Ballet students develop physically and artistically through a systematic program, based upon foundations of the Vaganova method. The program which is comprised of six levels, spanning from ages 3-8 years old, allows students to gradually progress through a well-rounded, healthy approach to learning the complex art of ballet.

Pre-Ballet students develop physically and artistically through a systematic program, based upon foundations of the Vaganova method. The program which is comprised of six levels, spanning from ages 3-8 years old, allows students to gradually progress through a well-rounded, healthy approach to learning the complex art of ballet.

Our Pre- Ballet Division is a nurturing environment for children to explore the many facets of the artform of dance and self-expression. Our holistic approach to teaching children is focused on promoting health and wellness, creativity and social-emotional life skill development, while teaching essential life skills (discipline, perseverance, accountability).

Classes Located at Old Middlefield Studio 2028 Old Middlefield Way Mountain View, California 94043 Tuition Pre-Ballet Tuition Upper Division Tuition Other Fees

Classes Located at Miramonte Studio 1710 Miramonte Avenue Mountain View, California 94040 PB Division Schedule Upper Div Schedule

Intensives (ages 8-18+)

Open Classes (ages 3-10)

MALE PROGRAM (AGES 9-18+) Learn More

Group 2: 15-18 years

Group 1: 12-14 years

DAY PROGRAM (AGES 12-18) Learn More

PRE-PROFESSIONAL (ages 14+) Learn More

Apprentice

Junior Apprentice

APPRENTICE (ages 12+) Learn More

Level 4

Level 3

Level 2

Level 1

JUNIOR (ages 9-12) Learn More

MALE PROGRAM (ages 3-9) Learn More

PB 6 (ages 8-9)

PB 5 (ages 7-8)

PB 4 (ages 6-7)

PB 3 (ages 5-6)

PB 2 (ages 4-5)

PB 1 (ages 3-4)

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Contemporary masterclasses taught by Karine Plantadit, Tony Award-nominated dancer and actress, former soloist with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. She is the Co-Creator of KAMOCHIMETHOD and serves as a YAGP Judge.

Master Teacher Adonis Daukaev, a graduate Ballet Master and Choreographer from the Vaganova Ballet Academy with a 26-year professional dance career. This class was offered August 13-18, 2019.

Master classes with Alexei Moskalenko, YAGP Assistant Artistic Director, with extensive experience in judging, teaching, and directing students worldwide. This class was offered February 17-18, 2020.

Master classes with Sebastian Vinet, offering a wealth of experience in principal roles and international performances. This class was offered February 21-23, 2020.

Master classes and choreography with Shahar Binyamini, an international choreographer, dancer, and director, with a Master in Gaga movement language. This class was offered in April 2024.

A three-day workshop taught by Michael Vernon, Chair of the Ballet Department at Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, for ages 14+. This workshop is open to the public.

Master class in Ballet Technique for ages 8 -11 with April Wexelman. This class is open to the public.

Master class in Contemporary + Gyrokinesis for ages 10-13, focusing on contemporary phrases and improvisation. This class is open to the public.

Master class in Contemporary + Gyrokinesis for ages 14+, focusing on contemporary phrases and improvisation. This class is open to the public.

Ballet Technique class for ages 13+. This intensive is open to the public and taught by Bayer Ballet’s Award-Winning Faculty.

Ballet Technique class for ages 11 – 12. This intensive is open to the public and taught by Bayer Ballet’s Award-Winning Faculty.

Ballet Technique class for ages 8 – 10. This intensive is open to the public and taught by Bayer Ballet’s Award-Winning Faculty.

Master class in Ballet Stretching & Conditioning for ages 12-18+ with April Wexelman. This class is open to the public.

Master class in Ballet Technique for ages 12-18+ with April Wexelman. This class is open to the public.

Master class in Ballet Stretching & Conditioning for ages 8 -11 with April Wexelman. This class is open to the public.

Ages 13+ June 9-13 (2:00-3:30 pm)

Rigorous training regimen to help dancers develop/refine technique and artistry. Personalized to each dancer, teachers help define realistic goals, track performance, and provide resources for competition, audition, and professional career preparation. Selection by audition.

Rigorous training regimen to help dancers develop/refine technique and artistry. Personalized to each dancer, teachers help define realistic goals, track performance, and provide resources for competition, audition, and professional career preparation. Selection by audition.

Rigorous training regimen to help dancers develop/refine technique and artistry. Personalized to each dancer, teachers help define realistic goals, track performance, and provide resources for competition, audition, and professional career preparation. Selection by audition.

Rigorous training regimen to help dancers develop/refine technique and artistry. Personalized to each dancer, teachers help define realistic goals, track performance, and provide resources for competition, audition, and professional career preparation. Selection by audition.

Rigorous training regimen to help dancers develop/refine technique and artistry. Personalized to each dancer, teachers help define realistic goals, track performance, and provide resources for competition, audition, and professional career preparation. Selection by audition.

Ballet+Stretching

BBA Students entering Pre-Ballet 4 in Fall 2025

Rigorous training regimen to help dancers develop/refine technique and artistry. Personalized to each dancer, teachers help define realistic goals, track performance, and provide resources for competition, audition, and professional career preparation. Selection by audition.

BBA Students entering Pre-Ballet 5 in Fall 2025

Rigorous training regimen to help dancers develop/refine technique and artistry. Personalized to each dancer, teachers help define realistic goals, track performance, and provide resources for competition, audition, and professional career preparation. Selection by audition.

BBA Students entering Pre-Ballet 6 & Juniors Level 1 in Fall 2025

Rigorous training regimen to help dancers develop/refine technique and artistry. Personalized to each dancer, teachers help define realistic goals, track performance, and provide resources for competition, audition, and professional career preparation. Selection by audition.

Bayer Ballet’s Summer Intensive is where serious dancers come to refine their technique and artistry, while discovering opportunities to take their dancing to the next level. An artfully-rigorous curriculum, presenting Vaganova technique in its purest form, is delivered by an internationally-acclaimed faculty. MASTER VAGANOVA & CONTEMPORARY INSTRUCTION Vaganova Ballet Technique Classical Ballet Repertoire Pas de Deux Character Stretching and Conditioning Contemporary Dance Pointe/Pre-Pointe Variations

Bayer Ballet’s Summer Intensive is where serious dancers come to refine their technique and artistry, while discovering opportunities to take their dancing to the next level. An artfully-rigorous curriculum, presenting Vaganova technique in its purest form, is delivered by an internationally-acclaimed faculty.

An intensive program for dancers aged 9-18+ years, aimed at refining technique and artistry with an artfully-rigorous curriculum delivered by an internationally-acclaimed faculty, including Vaganova technique, classical repertoire, and contemporary dance.

Master Classes & Workshops

Contemporary workshop with Master Teacher & YAGP Judge, Gary Maurice Lewis, who has forged a singular career in Dance and Theatre. This workshop was offered November 1-3, 2019.

A two-day workshop designed to provide an inside perspective on training opportunities for male dancers, for beginning and intermediate levels (no prior experience required). This workshop is free.

A two-day workshop designed to provide an inside perspective on training opportunities for male dancers, for intermediate and advanced levels. This workshop is free.

A three-day workshop taught by Michael Vernon, Chair of the Ballet Department at Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, for ages 11-13. This workshop is open to the public.

Technique and variations workshop. This class is open to the public.

Variations workshop for ages 9-12 with former Principal Dancer Natalia Bashkatova. Includes Ballet Tech and Variations segments. This workshop is open to the public.

Variations workshop for ages 13+ with former Principal Dancer Natalia Bashkatova. Includes Ballet Tech and Variations segments. This workshop is open to the public.

A contemporary workshop for ages 10-12 taught by Barry Kerollis. This class is open to the public.

Winter workshop taught by Oksana Vasileva for ages 8-10. Open to the public.

Winter workshop taught by Maiia Musaeva for ages 11-13. Open to the public.

Winter workshop taught by Elena Nikolaeva for ages 14+. Open to the public.

Master Class in Classical Ballet Technique for ages 13-18+ taught by Bakhtiyar Adamzhan, Principal Dancer at Astana Opera and Ballet Company. Includes Q&A Conversation.

A contemporary workshop for ages 12-14 taught by Adji Cissoko. Working on contemporary phrases and improvisation. This class is open to the public.

Ages 13+ June 23-27 (1:00-4:00 pm)

A contemporary workshop for ages 13+ taught by Barry Kerollis. This class is open to the public.

Ages 9-12 August 17 (10:00am-12:15 pm) August 18-21 (4:00-6:15 pm)

Ages 13+ June 9-13 (11:15am-1:30 pm)

A contemporary workshop for ages 15+ taught by Adji Cissoko. Working on contemporary phrases and improvisation. This class is open to the public.

A classical workshop taught by April Wexelman for ages 13+. This class is open to the public and is one day only.

Ages 13+ August 17 (12:45-3:15pm) August 18-21 (6:45-9:15pm)

Ages 9-12 June 9-13 (2:00-4:15 pm)

Ages 9-12 June 2-6 (4:00-5:30 pm)

Ages 9-12 June 9-13 (4:45-6:15 pm)

Ages 9-12 June 23-27 (5:00-8:00 pm)

Ages 13+ June 2-6 (6:00-7:30 pm)

If you are interested in the Summer Programs (classes and camps), please complete the Summer Programs form

Summer Camps (ages 5-7), Open Classes (ages 3-10), and Intensives (ages 8-18+), Master Classes & Workshops

Explore the many facets of the artform of dance & self-expression this summer. SESSIONS (Monday-Friday) 9am-2:30pm (camp) - REGISTER 2:30-5:00pm (after care) - REGISTER

A comprehensive summer program designed for young dancers aged 8-10, focusing on refining technique and artistry through a structured curriculum including ballet technique, repertoire, and character dance.