Business Details
23 Years
experience
Premier Ballet School in Temple City, CA
Elite Ballet Theatre has been cultivating artistic excellence in dance education since 2003. Our institution specializes in classical ballet training rooted in the Vaganova technique, preparing students through structured curriculum from foundational pre-ballet courses to advanced company-level performance training. Under the artistic direction of John Wey Ling and Alexandra Ling, our faculty brings decades of professional experience from prestigious companies including American Ballet Theatre and Shanghai Ballet. We distinguish ourselves through annual full-length productions at the historic San Gabriel Mission Playhouse, featuring authentic costumes and hand-painted backdrops. Our students consistently achieve recognition at national and international competitions, with many securing positions in elite summer intensives at institutions like San Francisco Ballet and American Ballet Theatre.The rigorous training program emphasizes technical precision, artistic development, and performance discipline, with placement evaluations ensuring appropriate level progression. Beyond technical skills, we prioritize character development through dance, fostering poise, confidence, and mental resilience applicable to all life pursuits. Our commitment to quality education mirrors private institution standards, maintaining small class sizes for personalized attention. The school's legacy includes producing award-winning performers who have graced stages with National Ballet of Canada and Hong Kong Ballet. Through partnerships with organizations like Asian American Talents Foundation, we extend our educational impact beyond studio walls.
Services
Ballet Classes
Summer Intensives
Performance Training
Pointe Preparation
Competition Coaching
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer Vaganova-based training developed by former Shanghai Ballet principal dancers
- Our students perform annually at the historic San Gabriel Mission Playhouse
- Faculty includes international competition medalists and former American Ballet Theatre soloists
- We maintain 100% authentic classical ballet productions with traditional costumes
- Our graduates secure positions at prestigious summer intensives nationwide
What people say
World-class instructors
Professional production quality
Competition success
Structured curriculum
Artistic development focus
Services
Ballet Classes
Structured ballet instruction from pre-ballet to advanced levels using Vaganova technique. Classes focus on technical precision, artistic expression, and performance preparation. Students progress through evaluated levels with specialized pointe and repertoire training.
Summer Intensives
Preparation for prestigious summer programs through advanced technique refinement and audition coaching. Our graduates consistently gain acceptance to institutions like San Francisco Ballet and American Ballet Theatre summer intensives.
Performance Training
Professional production experience with full-length classical ballets at the San Gabriel Mission Playhouse. Includes costume work, stage rehearsal protocols, and performance etiquette training in authentic theatrical settings.
Pointe Preparation
Rigorous evaluation and conditioning program for ballet 3 students transitioning to pointe work. Focuses on strength development, proper alignment, and technical readiness for advanced ballet requirements.
Competition Coaching
Specialized training for competition participation with proven success at national and international events. Includes solo variation coaching, stage presence development, and adjudication preparation.
People
John Wey Ling
Founder & Artistic Director
Former Shanghai Ballet principal dancer and American Ballet Theatre soloist with international competition gold medal experience. Provides master classes and choreographs classical productions for student performances.
Alexandra Ling
Artistic Director
Award-winning performer with extensive competition accolades and professional performance experience in leading classical roles. Oversees student artistic development and production coordination.
Questions
What ballet training methods do you use?
We specialize in Vaganova technique, the foundation for all classical ballet training.
Are there performance opportunities for students?
Yes, we produce annual full-length ballets at the San Gabriel Mission Playhouse.
How are students placed in appropriate classes?
New students undergo placement evaluations to determine suitable skill level.
Do you offer summer intensive programs?
Our graduates regularly secure spots at top summer programs nationwide.
What performance attire do students need?
We provide traditional classical costumes for all major productions.
Reviews (1)
Sariah Chan
Jul 04, 2021
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I wouldnt recommend this school, because my daughter who has some experience in ballet was going to be place with beginners . The teacher and his wife had extremely bad attitude, they wanted to charge me money that I didnt owe. They talked to me in a very condescending manner and embarrassing me and my daughter in front of the class . The teacher and his wife lacked self control and were very rude and argumentative. The teacher is very unprofessional, lacks manners and treats students in demeaning way .
