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26 Years
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Elite Ballet Training in Akron, OH
Founded in 2000 by internationally acclaimed dancers Inna Stabrova and Dmitriy Tuboltsev, Ohio Conservatory of Ballet has established itself as Ohio's premier institution for classical ballet training. Our founders graduated from the prestigious State Vaganova Ballet Academy in St. Petersburg, Russia, where they honed their craft before performing principal roles globally. Since transitioning to education, they have cultivated a faculty of master-certified instructors who follow the rigorous Vaganova method. Our alumni consistently achieve recognition at competitions like Youth America Grand Prix, with many advancing to professional dance careers and university programs. We serve students from Cleveland, Akron, Wooster, Canton, Ashland, and Alliance, offering specialized training in classical ballet, pointe, character dance, baroque dance, and partnering.Our summer intensive programs attract out-of-state participants seeking structured Vaganova curriculum. The conservatory's mission emphasizes technical excellence, artistic development, and character building through disciplined dance education. With over two decades of operation, we maintain a reputation for producing technically proficient dancers prepared for professional challenges. Our instructional resources, including award-winning DVDs, extend our pedagogical influence beyond local classrooms. This sustained commitment to quality has earned us the 2017 Outstanding School Award from Youth America Grand Prix.
Services
Classical Ballet
Pointe Training
Character Dance
Baroque Dance
Partnering Classes
Summer Intensive Programs
DVD Instructional Courses
Vaganova Method Training
Competition Preparation
Dance Certification Programs
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer Vaganova method training from instructors certified by Russia's top ballet academy
- Our faculty includes former principal dancers with international performance experience
- Students consistently win awards at Youth America Grand Prix competitions
- We provide summer intensive programs for out-of-state dancers
- Our graduates regularly secure professional dance contracts and college scholarships
What people say
Outstanding faculty
Prestigious award winners
Professional career preparation
Vaganova method expertise
Summer intensive programs
Services
Classical Ballet
Our classical ballet program follows the Vaganova method's structured progression. Students develop technical precision through daily barre work, center combinations, and repertoire study. This training prepares dancers for professional careers and university programs.
Pointe Training
Advanced students receive specialized pointe instruction focusing on proper alignment and strength development. Classes emphasize graceful transitions and artistic expression while maintaining technical safety standards.
Character Dance
We teach character dance incorporating folk traditions into classical training. Students learn stylized movements from various cultures, enhancing their versatility and performance quality through traditional costuming and music.
Summer Intensive
Our summer program offers immersive Vaganova training for local and out-of-state dancers. Participants receive daily technique classes, repertoire coaching, and performance opportunities in a focused, professional environment.
DVD Instruction
Award-winning instructional DVDs provide Vaganova syllabi and character dance techniques for home practice. Each DVD includes detailed explanations, demonstration videos, and printed manuals for comprehensive at-home learning support.
People
Inna Stabrova
Co-Founder & Artistic Director
Graduate of the Vaganova Ballet Academy, former Eifman Ballet principal dancer, and certified master instructor. She has trained award-winning students and developed instructional DVDs recognized by Dance Teacher magazine.
Dmitriy Tuboltsev
Co-Founder & Master Instructor
Vaganova Ballet Academy graduate and former Bolshoi Ballet principal dancer. He brings extensive performance experience and master-level teaching credentials to our classical ballet instruction.
Questions
What dance styles do you teach?
We specialize in classical ballet, pointe, character dance, baroque dance, and partnering using the Vaganova method.
Do you accept out-of-state students?
Yes, our summer intensive program welcomes dancers from outside Ohio for structured Vaganova training.
What qualifications do your instructors have?
Our founders graduated from Russia's Vaganova Ballet Academy and hold master's degrees in dance instruction.
How do you prepare students for competitions?
We provide technical refinement, performance coaching, and competition-specific repertoire development.
Are instructional resources available?
Yes, we offer award-winning DVDs covering Vaganova syllabi and character dance techniques.
What student success stories do you have?
Our alumni include Broadway performers, MTV dancers, and principal dancers with major ballet companies.
Reviews (4)
Chassity Pence
Feb 03, 2021
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Inna and her staff are absolutely amazing! Innas talent is superb! Her resume speaks for itself. The attention that my daughter has received at this studio has been phenomenal! She had major knee surgery and Inna has worked with her privately to rehab her to get her back to dancing! Not to mention the daily calls and texts after surgery to check on her! Inna truly cares about EVERY student! Weve danced at different studios that had obvious favorites. Inna truly cares foe each student like theyre her own! We love Ohio Conservatory!
Roman Battistelli
Nov 02, 2019
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Amazing! You wont find a teacher as qualified as Inna. Her technique is perfect and she cares for her students as if they were her own kids. If you want to take dance to the next level this is the place to go.
Siena Ross
Jan 28, 2019
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I started this when I was 1 in a half I'm 21 and I still do it it is a great experience I would go if I were you
Jacob Tuboltsev
Aug 25, 2018
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Outstanding School Award from YAGP 2017. Every year, New York finalists from YAGP international solos and ensembles. Students receive full scholarships abroad and USA for prestige institutions in dance. Teachers with master and bachelor degrees. Some students danced a professional career. FUN and EDUCATIONAL training.
