Galla's Ballet Studio

Professional Ballet Instruction in Stratford, PEI
NOW ACCEPTING NEW STUDENTS FOR REGISTRATION THIS FALL 2024!

Instructor, Galla is a former professional ballet dancer who performed in major classical ballet productions around the world. A graduate of one of the top ballet academies in Europe, Galla is enthusiastic to share her knowledge and experience in traditional Vaganova ballet techniques with her students. Galla will guide students ages 11+ to adults of all experiences (complete beginner, intermediate, and advanced) to learn proper skill building techniques and exercises modelled after Vaganova ballet academies.

Lessons are located at Galla’s at-home dance studio in Stratford, PEI. Students of all dance backgrounds will greatly benefit from studying and applying the fundamentals of Vaganova ballet into their dance repertoires. Classes for advanced students wishing to prepare for competitions and entrance into professional ballet academies will greatly benefit from Galla’s ballet classes, as well as complete beginners wishing to learn the basics of ballet and gain health benefits while having fun.

Register ASAP because spots will go quickly!!
(Classes are capped at 5 students per group due the small studio space)

Please contact Galla by phone: (902) 393 7631 or email: [email protected] to register for classes.

NEW BALLET CLASSES OFFERED in Stratford, PEI
Galla’s Ballet Studio is excited to announce new group classes this coming fall 2024!!!

Instructor, Galla is a former professional ballet dancer who performed in major classical ballet productions around the world. A graduate of one of the top ballet academies in Europe, Galla is enthusiastic to share her knowledge and experience in traditional Vaganova ballet techniques with her students. Galla will guide students ages 11+ to adults of all experiences (complete beginner, intermediate, and advanced) to learn proper skill building techniques and exercises modelled after professional ballet academies. Lessons are located at Galla’s at-home dance studio in Stratford, PEI. Students of all dance backgrounds will greatly benefit from studying and applying the learned fundamentals of classical Vaganova ballet into their dance repertoires. Classes for advanced students wishing to prepare for competitions and entrance into professional ballet academies will greatly benefit from Galla’s ballet classes, as well as complete beginners wishing to learn the basics of ballet and gain health benefits while having fun.

Register ASAP because spots will go quickly!!
(Classes are capped at 5 students per group due the small studio space)

To learn more information about the lessons and how to register, visit Galla’s Ballet Studio page for a detailed description of the classes offered and the schedule: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561191341920

Fall Lesson Schedule: Lessons begin Sunday September 1st, 2024
*Please note that there will be no lessons from October 6th-22nd due to personal travel*

Monday
4:00-5:00 pm (beginners)
5:15-6:15 pm (intermediate)
6:30-7:30 pm (advanced)

Tuesday & Wednesday no classes

Thursday
4:00-5:00 pm (beginners)
5:15-6:15 pm (class full)
6:30-7:30 pm (intermediate)

Friday
4:00-5:00 pm (beginners)
5:15-6:15 pm (intermediate)
6:30-7:30 pm (advanced)

Saturday
9:30-10:30 am (beginners)
10:45-11:45 am (intermediate)
12:00-1:00 pm (advanced)

Sunday
9:00-10:00 am (adult beginner)
10:15-11:15 am (adult intermediate)
11:30 am-12:30 pm (beginners)

(Schedule is subject to change)

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About Galla's Ballet Studio:
(Please read the entire description below prior to registering for lessons)

Instructor and former professional ballet dancer, Galla Simpson, is offering new group ballet classes in Vaganova ballet techniques from her at-home ballet studio beginning in September. The lessons focus on barre work (stretching exercises), ballet positions, centre exercises, spinning and jumping techniques.

*Please note that due to the small studio space and a busy schedule, Galla will not hold recitals like a traditional dance school. Galla’s Ballet studio is focused primarily on developing and enhancing technique and allowing students to learn Vaganova ballet fundamentals in a proper manner.*

About the Instructor:
Galla graduated from internationally acclaimed ballet academy, Perm State Choreographic College in 1986. The institution is regarded as one of the top ballet academies in Eastern Europe, rivalling the Bolshoi academy who has produced some of the world’s top ballet dancers.

Throughout Galla’s dance career she toured internationally with the Moscow City Ballet and the St. Petersburg Music Hall. Her dance repertoire includes professional productions of Swan Lake, Don Quixote, The Nutcracker, Giselle, Carmen, Capellia, Sleeping Beauty, and Polovetski dances in Bolero Opera productions.

Galla has called Canada home since 1993, and PEI home since 2014. Since 2015, Galla has instructed PEI students in ballet to a high level and standard, becoming the personal coach of 6 students who were granted acceptance into professional ballet academies such as the Toronto National Ballet school and the Royal Winnipeg Ballet School. Galla’s students consistently win high gold and platinum in Canadian dance competitions in the ballet division.

The Vaganova Ballet Method:
The Vaganova method (the traditional method) provides a solid foundation in flexibility, proper muscle alignment and strengthening of the body. Learning and practising these methods greatly enhances students technical dance ability, agility, and strength.
Galla’s ballet classes are modelled after the repertoire of professional European ballet academies. The classes are designed to ensure proper technique is developed from the first lesson onwards. Proper hip/feet/leg alignment will allow ballet movements to be executed with dexterity and precision in a safe, yet graceful manner.

Total flexibility is not necessary to start ballet lessons. Flexibility will develop naturally as a result of the barre exercises given during the first part of the class. Galla teaches ballet techniques in a methodological manner to provide a progressive development of skills.

Furthermore, classical ballet techniques are widely transferable and prove to enhance skills in other dance forms such as acro, jazz, hip-hop, and even figure skating.
Most professional figure skaters and dancers of various genres take classes in ballet to enhance their refinement, grace and technique.

Instruction at the studio is provided for all levels of students, aged 11+ to adults, for those serious in learning advanced techniques, as well as students who would like to learn ballet in a more relaxed manner as a hobby in an at-home setting.Due to the small studio space, the maximum capacity is 5 students per class. Please note that due to Galla’s busy schedule, she will not be involved in any dance recitals or end of the year productions.

Viewings of open classes for students’ progress will be offered to parents and family once per school semester.

Lesson Fees:
Fees are to be paid in the form of monthly payments, (4-5 sessions) sent in advance to the start of the month.
No shows will not be reimbursed. Only one cancellation allowed without payment loss per month. (Weather cancellations are exceptions).

$30.00 per 1 hour group lesson per week ($30 x 4 [monthly]= $120)

(Private lessons are $65.00 per hour), please inquire about private instruction which is recommended for students wishing to audition and apply for professional dance schools, or prepare for competitions.)

***Students taking lessons more than once per week will have a lesson fee reduction to $25.00 per hour class***

Method of Payment:
Cash or e-transfer only.

Contact:
Please contact Galla for pre-registration for classes.
Contact through email: [email protected] or by phone (902) 393 7631, or send a PM on messenger.

Photos of Galla's ballet students in various levels such as beginner, intermediate, advanced and adult group.

Photos of instructor Galla's professional ballet career in the Moscow City Ballet Company and as a student at the Perm State Choreographic College