FAQs

Elena’s online classes offer an opportunity to study with a master-teacher of the highest caliber.

FAQs

Elena’s online classes offer an opportunity to study with a master-teacher of the highest caliber.

Answers to Common Questions

If you do not find an answer to your question please email me at elenakunikova@ballet-atelier.com 

I offer two levels:

1. Advanced/Intermediate class suitable for professional dancers, serious students, and dance enthusiasts with at least three years of training.

2. Adult Beginners class suitable for dancers of any level who’d like to take a well-paced class covering fundamentals of ballet technique.  It is suitable for those who are starting or restarting to study ballet and for those who are getting back in shape from a break.

Professional dancers and serious students with at least three years of training en pointe.

It’s important for me to see that a student is ready to take this class.

While Virtual Class is not a complete replacement of a class in a studio, it is an excellent supplement: Elena offers a strengthening barre, and full center, including adagios, pirouettes, small and even big jumps, all choreographed to fit into restricted space.

I will help you to identify and address problems or issues with technique, artistry, role development, and performance. I will suggest corrective measures and will help you to look your best.

Yes, I pay close attention to every student in the class and offer personalized suggestions and corrections.

Yes, all the time!  With my teaching experience and vast knowledge of classical and contemporary choreography, I’ve been achieving great results in bringing my students’ performance to a higher level of technique and artistry.

I do it all the time! I help to choose a variation and put together class exercises to display the student’s best abilities.

Yes, if your child is interested in studying ballet, I can offer a free 30-minute evaluation.
Coaching Amanda Smith and Sanford Placide of DTH for Nutcracker Pas de Deux