St. Petersburg, Russia

RMB Summer Intensive
29 June - 20 July, 2025 - WAITING LIST ONLY
21 July - 04 August, 2025

Professional (3 weeks)

AIMED AT
students 10-19 y.o. specializing in classical dance
DURATION
3 weeks: 29 June - 20 July
SCHEDULE
up to 6 hours per day from Monday to Saturday
BALLET FACILITIES
ACCOMMODATION
not available
fully booked
Residence of the Vaganova Academy
REGISTER
you can apply for the waiting list and we will contact you

AUDITIONS
- online individual
- by video
go to Auditions
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Professional program – specially designed for advances students, studying at specialized ballet schools. The program involves extensive training in classical dance according to the original methodology of the Vaganova School of St. Petersburg directedly at the legendary school and immersion in the ambience of the ballet city. The program was officially confirmed by the Vaganova Academy.

To participate at this program, you should pass an audition in order to be accepted and allocated to the corresponding level/group. Students of RMB Winter Intensive and participants of RMB courses in both 2023 and 2024 don't need to pass an audition. Students have a possibility to get scholarship for Russian Masters Ballet Intensives 2025 by results of Live and Online auditions. You can find detailed information in the Auditions for Intensives site section.

THE PROGRAM INCLUDE
Ballet Classes
Points / Male technique
Classical Repertoire
Acting
Character
Contemporary
Gymnastics
Final Gala rehearsals

IN ADDITION
Ballet nutrition classes
Master classes and meeting with the invited guests
19 July - Open class/report for parents
19 July - Final Gala at Vaganova Academy School Theatre
Official audition for Vaganova Academy International Trainee Program
Possibility to get scholarship for Russian Masters Ballet Camp 2026
Professional photo and video recording
Translation of classes to English
Free physiotherapy assistance
Small groups up to 16 students per group
Diplomas
And much more…
* All the dates are subject to change.


TEACHERS
Elena Bobovnikova (Chmil) - Vaganova Academy current teacher
Svetlana Ivanova - Vaganova Academy current teacher
Galina Enikeeva
 - Vaganova Academy current teacher 
Ilya Novoseltsev - Vaganova Academy senior teacher
Anastasia Sevostianova - graduate teacher of Vaganova Academy
Kirill Radev - graduate artist from Vaganova Academy, contemporary choreographer and teacher
Aleksandra Lebedeva - graduate teacher of Vaganova Academy
Dmitry Pykhachov - Vaganova Academy current teacher
Sofia Gumerova - graduate teacher of Vaganova Academy
Veronika Markova - soloist of the Mikhailovsky theatre 
Marianna Krivenko - graduate teacher of Vaganova Academy
Due to possible changes in theaters’ and institutions’ schedules, some names may vary.

SPECIAL GUESTS
We organize memorable events with ballet stars and representatives of prestigious ballet institutions to give a unique opportunity of meeting outstanding people and grow professionally. Our intensive courses also serve as auditions by the results of which students can be accepted to distinguished ballet academies and persuade their career objectives. 

This year we count* with: 
Ivan Zaytsev - principal artist of the Mikhailovsky theatre
Maria Khoreva - first soloist of the Mariinsky Theatre
Yekaterina Osmolkina - first soloist of the Mariinsky Theatre
Margarita Kullik - Ballet Master of the Mariinsky Theatre
Veronika Markova - soloist of the Mikhailovsky theatre and nutritionist
* More guests to be confirmed; due to possible changes in theatres’ and institutions’ schedules, some names may vary.


PROGRAM FEE
3 weeks: June 29 - July 20 - 1700 €*
*if a students reserves the course only with no accommodation, an additional fee of 180 EUR applies.

OFFICIAL ACCOMMODATION
The accommodation is available in the official residence of the Vaganova AcademyAt the age of 10-11 years, accommodation in the residence is not required, for students from the age of 12, accommodation in the residence is preferable.
The cost of official accommodation for 3 weeks is 990 €. The price also includes meals, excursions, a visit to the theater (Mariinsky or Mikhailovsky), trips and other activities of an eventful camp life under the supervision of experienced and friendly monitors.

EXTRAS
Airport transfer is available for unaccompanied students only. 
Extra lunch for students who live separately.
Individual photo sessions with official photographers.
All extra services are available for the booking after 01 of March.

CANCELATION OR CHANGES
In case it is not possible to organize the camp, the full refund will be offered.
In case the camp takes place, but a student decides to cancel or in case of no-show, the prepayment is non-refundable.

Final and most complete information about the program, payment methods and conditions will be sent to you in an email after registration.
In case of any questions, contact us via: spb@russianmastersballet.com

Professional (2 weeks)

AIMED AT
students 12-19 y.o. specializing in classical dance
DURATION
2 weeks: 21 July - 4 August
SCHEDULE
up to 6 hours per day from Monday to Saturday
BALLET FACILITIES
ACCOMMODATION
available at the official Residence of Vaganova Academy
REGISTER
to apply for the program, participants should register. If you have not yet filled in the form, please do it.

AUDITIONS
- online individual
- by video
go to Auditions
new_logo_vag-24-08-black.png

Professional program – specially designed for advances students, studying at specialized ballet schools. The program involves extensive training in classical dance according to the original methodology of the Vaganova School of St. Petersburg directedly at the legendary school and immersion in the ambience of the ballet city. The program was officially confirmed by the Vaganova Academy.

To participate at this program, you should pass an audition in order to be accepted and allocated to the corresponding level/group. Students of RMB Winter Intensive and participants of RMB courses in both 2023 and 2024 don't need to pass an audition. 

THE PROGRAM INCLUDE
Ballet Classes 
Points
Classical Repertoire 
Acting 
Character 
Contemporary 
Gymnastics
Final Gala rehearsals

IN ADDITION
Ballet nutrition classes
Master classes and meeting with the invited guests
3 August - Open class/report for parents
3 August - Final Gala at Vaganova Academy School Theatre
Official audition for Vaganova Academy International Trainee Program
Possibility to get scholarship for Russian Masters Ballet Camp 2026
Professional photo and video recording
Translation of classes to English 
Free physiotherapy assistance
Small groups up to 16 students per group
Diplomas 
And much more…
* All the dates are subject to change.

TEACHERS
Elena Bobovnikova (Chmil) - Vaganova Academy current teacher
Svetlana Ivanova - Vaganova Academy current teacher
Angelina Alexandrova - graduate teacher of Vaganova Academy
Anastasia Sevostianova - graduate teacher of Vaganova Academy
Yan Omelnitsky - Vaganova Academy current teacher
Aleksandra Lebedeva - graduate teacher of Vaganova Academy
Dmitry Pykhachov - Vaganova Academy current teacher
Veronika Markova - soloist of the Mikhailovsky theatre 
Kristina Chernova - guest choreographer of the Vaganova Academy and the Mikhailovsky theatre
Due to possible changes in theaters’ and institutions’ schedules, some names may vary.

SPECIAL GUESTS
We organize memorable events with ballet stars and representatives of prestigious ballet institutions to give a unique opportunity of meeting outstanding people and grow professionally. Our intensive courses also serve as auditions by the results of which students can be accepted to distinguished ballet academies and persuade their career objectives. 

This year we count* with:
Margarita Kullik - ballet master of the Mariinsky Theatre
Alexander Omar - art director of the Novosibirsk state opera and ballet theatre
Veronika Markova - soloist of the Mikhailovsky theatre 
*
 More guests to be confirmed; due to possible changes in theatres’ and institutions’ schedules, some names may vary.


PROGRAM FEE
2 weeks: July 21 - August 04 - 1300 €*
*if a students reserves the course only with no accommodation, an additional fee of 120 € applies.

OFFICIAL ACCOMMODATION
The accommodation is available in the official residence of the Vaganova Academy.
The cost of official accommodation for 2 weeks is 700 €. The price also includes meals, excursions, a visit to the theater (Mariinsky or Mikhailovsky), trips and other activities of an eventful camp life under the supervision of experienced and friendly monitors.
 
EXTRAS
Airport transfer is available for unaccompanied students only. 
Extra lunch for students who live separately.
Individual photo sessions with official photographers.
All extra services are available for the booking after 01 of April.
 
CANCELATION OR CHANGES
In case it is not possible to organize the camp, the full refund will be offered.
In case the camp takes place, but a student decides to cancel or in case of no-show, the prepayment is non-refundable.

Final and most complete information about the program, payment methods and conditions will be sent to you in an email after registration.
In case of any questions, contact us via: spb@russianmastersballet.com 

Observation

AIMED AT
classical ballet professionals
DURATION
1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 weeks
SCHEDULE
the schedule of activities from 9:30 to 16:30 from Monday to Saturday
BALLET FACILITIES
ACCOMODATION
not available
ACCESS
please send your CV to
spb@russianmastersballet.com
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Observation Program is the program for classical ballet teachers. Participants will be able to observe the classes and obtain the teaching expedience according to the original methodology of the Vaganova School of St. Petersburg, acknowledged as one of the best methods of teaching classical dance in the world. All our teachers are the most important personalities of the current classical dance scene, all of them teachers, ballet masters or stars of the main ballet institutions.

FREE ACCESS to all program classes: Ballet Classes, Male Technique, Repertoire, Character Dance, Acting, Gymnastics

IN ADDITION
Teaching and translation of classes to English
Certificates of attendance

TEACHERS
Elena Bobovnikova (Chmil) - Vaganova Academy current teacher
Svetlana Ivanova - Vaganova Academy current teacher
Galina Enikeeva - Vaganova Academy current teacher 
Ilya Novoseltsev - Vaganova Academy senior teacher
Angelina Alexandrova - graduate teacher of Vaganova Academy
Yan Omelnitsky - Vaganova Academy current teacher
Anastasia Sevostianova - graduate teacher of Vaganova Academy
Aleksandra Lebedeva - graduate teacher of Vaganova Academy
Kirill Radev - graduate artist from Vaganova Academy, contemporary choreographer and teacher
Dmitry Pykhachov - Vaganova Academy current teacher
Sofia Gumerova - graduate teacher of Vaganova Academy
Veronika Markova - soloist of the Mikhailovsky theatre 
Marianna Krivenko - graduate teacher of Vaganova Academy
Kristina Chernova - guest choreographer of the Vaganova Academy and the Mikhailovsky theatre
Due to possible changes in theaters’ and institutions’ schedules, some names may vary.

COURSE FEE
1-week program assistance: 150 €
You may choose any we
ek. 

CANCELATION OR CHANGES
In case it is not possible to organize the camp, the full refund will be offered.
In case the camp takes place, but a student decides to cancel or in case of no-show, the prepayment is non-refundable.

Final and most complete information about the program, payment methods and conditions will be sent to you in an email after registration.
In case of any questions, contact us via: spb@russianmastersballet.com

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