Ballet Virginia International is located in the heart of historical Ghent in Norfolk, Virginia (click here for map). We are a regional classical ballet training facility for Hampton Roads. Our facility includes five spacious studios. All studios have sprung floors and a Marley surface.
Summer 2019 Registration for Classes, Camps and Workshops is OPEN
Description of Programs
BVI draws from a diverse ballet syllabus inspired by the American, Russian, Italian, English and French schools. Solid classical ballet training along with other genres of dance including modern, contemporary, tap, partnering and character create physically strong and artistically rich dancers.
We offer training year round through our academy year programs as well as summer programs.
Children’s Program
Classes in ballet and tap from ages 18 months and up.
Information on registration and program offerings for academy year 2018/2019 click HERE.
Lower School: Levels 1 through 4
A placement class is required for this program.
These levels are a progressive course of study designed to bring a dancer from the rudimentary technique of ballet to the technical prowess of a professional artist. Optional electives available in modern, character, contemporary and tap.
Information on registration and the program offerings for academy year 2018/2019 click HERE
Upper School + Company
A placement class is required for this program.
These levels are a progressive course of study designed to bring a dancer from the intermediate level of ballet to the technical prowess and artistry of a professional dancer.
Information on registration and the program offerings for academy year 2018/2019 click HERE
Adult Dance Program
This program is designed for specifically for adults. Classes offered in ballet, body conditioning and tap.
Information on registration and the program offerings for academy year 2018/2019 click HERE.
Men’s Scholarship Program – by audition or invitation only
Ballet Virginia International offers a scholarship program to boys ages 10 to 18 by audition only. This program requires taking a certain amount of classes per week, auditioning for all of BVI’s productions and taking summer session and workshop classes. Call 757-446-1401 for more information.
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For more information please call 757-446-1401