Akhmedova Ballet Academy (ABA) has been providing world-class Vaganova ballet training since 2011, equipping its dancers to join the ranks of professional companies. ABA’s exceptional faculty provide a nurturing environment where students thrive as both dancers and individuals. No matter what educational or career path our students choose, our training will instill in them the work-ethic and communication and collaborative skills necessary for producing successful leaders and citizens, committed to community, diversity and values-driven pursuits.
Year-round pre-professional training and summer intensives in Classical Vaganova ballet technique and repertoire, strength-training, opportunities to participate in YAGP and other national and international dance competitions and small class sizes to ensure individualized attention for students offer ABA dancers a level of preparation and instruction unparalleled in the D.C.-Metropolitan area. All levels of instruction emphasize personal growth and excellence, kindness to others, humility, character-building and self-discipline.