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Vaganova
LEVEL
1
Exam Program
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2027
10yrs - 11yrs
2027 Vaganova Level 1
Ages 10-11 | Elite 1
This is our Elite 1 year: authentic Vaganova training with a pathway to an officail exam examined by Mr Albert Mirzoyan, Vaganova Pedagogue from the Vaganova Academy i St Petersburg, Russia.
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Maximum 10 students
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3 classes per week
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In person in Highett, with an online option for dedicated external and interstae students
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Online students attend at least one full week in person each term, plus pre-exam week in December and the exam day
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Students must be 10 by 1 June 2027
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Current Ballet Express students have priority places
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Successful dancers receive an official Level 1 certificate.
We do not teach a "based on" method. Classes are taught by qualified Vaganova Teachers using the traditional syllabus from Russia.
First Step; send us a message or use Enquire below. We'll tell you whether this year is the right fit and what to send next.
Why This Program is Truly Special
Authentic Examination
Students are examined by Mr Albert Mirzoyan, a highly respected Vaganova Pedagogue qualified directly through the Vaganova Academy in St Petersburg, Russia. Mr Mirzoyan brings decades of expertise as a former soloist, ballet master, and international pedagogue. He currently serves as General Director of the Hungarian State Opera and continues to teach and examine worldwide, ensuring the highest standards of classical ballet training. His examinations provide genuine, internationally recognised certification.
Program Requirements
Open Format
Our program is open to all students from any ballet school or academy. Students can participate from anywhere in Australia, either in-person at our Highett studio or online and are required to attend 3 days per week.
*students do not need to be a student at Ballet Express in order to participiate in our program
In-Person Requirements
Online participants must attend at least one full week in-person each term, plus the pre-exam week in December and the exam day itself. This ensures proper technique correction.
Age & Readiness
Open to dancers aged 10–11 years throughout 2027. Students must be at least 10 years old by 1 June 2027 (pointe work is introduced in Term 2 and is part of the end-of-year exam). No students under this age will be accepted.
Small & Exclusive
A maximum of 10 students are accepted into our program.
*Priority placement is given to current Ballet Express students.
Certification
Students who successfully pass the exam (at the discretion of Mr Mirzoyan) receive an official certificate stating they have completed the
Vaganova Level 1 Exam which is recognised internationally.
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How to Join This Prestigious
Program
If this sounds like the right year, enquire first.
If we move forward, we will ask for:
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A recent headshot
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Photo of 1st arabesque tendu on the floor
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Photo of 1st position with arms in bras (en face)
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Photo of tendu to the side with arms in 2nd position
This program is designed for committed young dancers ready to embrace the discipline, joy, and artistry of true Vaganova training. We can’t wait to welcome the next generation of graceful, strong, and confident ballet artists.