From 3 years old. No prior experience needed. Our Ballet 3 y.o. class is a gentle, playful introduction to rhythm and movement.

Yes. Boys are very welcome in all our classes.

No. Beginners are welcome.

We recommend the best level after the trial class.

Classes are conducted in English and French. Vladimir also speaks Russian. Our team communicates with families in all three languages.

Three things: the Vaganova method — the gold standard of classical ballet education used at the Bolshoi and Mariinsky — a director who was a principal dancer at the Mariinsky Theatre, the Grand Théâtre de Bordeaux and the Grand Théâtre de Genève, and a complete pathway from a child’s very first class at age 3 to pre-professional training and international school auditions at 15.

Yes. All programmes follow the official school calendar of Geneva and Vaud cantons. Classes do not take place during school holidays or on public holidays. The full annual calendar is shared at the start of each season.

You can view the official calendar for canton Geneva at: https://www.ge.ch/vacances-scolaires-jours-feries

For canton Vaud, visit: https://www.vd.ch/formation/jours-feries-et-vacances-scolaires

Yes, for most programmes subject to availability. Book directly from our schedule page. Unsure which class suits your child? Contact us first — we will guide you.

Our selective flagship programme for students aged 12–15. 11 hours per week, maximum 10 students, two performances per season at Théâtre Les Salons, and structured preparation for international competitions and major school auditions. Admission by audition only. → Full details on the Pre-Professional Programme page.

Minimum 3 years of classical ballet training and genuine discipline are required. If you are unsure, contact us — we will advise you honestly.

Five steps: online application → video submission (barre + centre + one variation) → audition class in Geneva or live online → decision within 7 days → deposit to confirm the place.

CHF 13,200 per season (September–June, 10 months).
Deposit: CHF 1,200 (credited to tuition).
Monthly plan: 10 × CHF 1,080.
Sibling discount: CHF 300 per additional student.
→ Full details on the Pre-Professional Programme page.

Yes. Competitions are open to all students — Kids and Adults — with a minimum attendance of 2 classes per week. Pre-Professional students require 3 to 5 sessions per week. Every student is prepared individually. Contact us to find out which competition is the right fit.

Yes — a real gala on a real stage, open to all students. Any student, Kids or Adult, can also request a solo — this requires 2–3 private sessions over 3–4 months minimum, requested by the start of the second trimester. Pre-Professional students also perform twice during the season at Théâtre Les Salons (autumn & spring).

Yes to both. Private lessons are available for children and adults — ideal for technical work, competition or solo preparation. Our Summer Ballet Camp runs during the summer holidays: a full week of ballet with a final performance. See the Summer Camp page for dates and pricing.

Please notify us as early as possible. Missed classes are generally not refundable as the place remains reserved. In exceptional circumstances, contact us directly — we will find a practical solution together.

Class sizes are kept deliberately small to ensure individual attention. The Pre-Professional Programme is strictly limited to 10 students. Sizes for other programmes vary by level and location.

Enrolment secures your child’s place for the full academic year (September–June). Payment can be arranged in monthly instalments for most programmes. Contact us to organise this.

Tuition rates
Tuition varies by programme. Please refer to the individual programme page for the applicable rate.

Payment plans

All plans cover the same tuition. Choose the one that works best for your family.

• Monthly — billed once a month throughout the academic year. The most flexible option.
• Quarterly — one instalment every three months, 3 payments a year. This payment plan is available until the start of the academic year.
• Semester — one instalment every five months, 2 payments a year, covering half the academic year at a time. This payment plan is available until the start of the academic year.
• Full Tuition — the entire year paid in one payment, with an applicable discount applied to tuition, if available.

A non-refundable registration fee of CHF 100 is charged at sign-up.

First payment: 1 September 2026.

Yes. Our Entry Pass is a prepaid credit pass for flexible attendance — ideal for families who cannot commit to a full subscription. Available in 5 or 10 entries, valid for a defined period from purchase. See the offer page for details and pricing.

Major credit and debit cards online. Swiss bank transfer also available — contact admin@ballet-academy.ch to request a formal invoice with Swiss QR payment slip.

Yes, subject to availability. Fees are adjusted proportionally from your start date. Contact us to check current availability.

Mid-season cancellations are subject to a notice period. In cases of injury or force majeure, we always seek a fair arrangement. Every situation is handled personally. Full details in our Terms & Conditions.

Comfortable clothes are perfectly fine for the first class.

Yes — it’s part of our school identity, signals progression:

• Ballet 3 y.o. Girls: pale pink
• Pre-Ballet 4–5 y.o. Girls: sky blue
• Youth Ballet 6–8 y.o. Girls: lavender
• Youth Ballet 9–12 y.o. Girls: white
• Pre-Professional Girls: black
• Adults Women: black

All girls: pink tights + pink leather shoes.

Boys (all groups): white or black T-shirt, black tights or shorts, black leather shoes.

Outfits can be ordered through the Academy — contact us with your child’s group and size.

Arrive at least 10 minutes before class. Hair in a bun before entering the studio. No jewellery, no coloured nails, no street clothes inside. Ballet shoes for indoor use only. Parents: keep the foyer quiet, wait outside during class, speak to the teacher after — never interrupt a session.

No. Beginners are very welcome.

Comfortable sports clothes are perfectly fine for the first class.

Not at all. Adults of all ages can benefit from ballet training.

Many adults begin with one class per week and progress from there.

Yes. The 5 Classes Card and 10 Classes Card are designed for flexible participation.