“My experience at VBTS and VBT was that of the highest standard. The training received there gives a dancer the best opportunity for learning the skills necessary to become a professional. The nurturing environment served as a launching ground for a bright future.”
From Devon Teuscher-Age 19 former VBT Co. member and current Corps de Ballet member with American Ballet Theater NYC
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“VBTS is an asset to an aspiring dancer's training. They go beyond training in preparation for the professional dance world: a defining of the art, and more importantly, of the self. The nurturing I received was unforgettable. There is absolutely nowhere else I would rather have received my training.”
From Anna Schmoker-Age 18 former VBT Co. member and current dancer with the Kansas City Ballet |
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Goals |
To
develop life skills: listening, focus, and concentration through
dance.
To nurture our students' self esteem and self confidence.
To respect and appreciate fellow students.
To encourage dancers to set and achieve their goals.
To offer the best dance education to all students.
To expose dancers to guest teachers, summer classes, and future
planning. |
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"Studying
with teachers at VBTS has increased my awareness of ballet professionalism
and how it fits into the broad spectrum of modern art and culture.
VBTS has molded my undying appreciation of the arts."
-Anna
Dodge, age 18, studied at VBTS 16 years |
“VBT is my second home...."
"Many of my best friends are at VBT..."
From Emily Rutz-Age 13 VBT Co. member
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“Being in the VBT company has given me a good self image, confidence, perseverance, dedication, and most importantly, some of the greatest friendships I think I will ever have. I know that all of these things I have gained from being a part of this studio will help me to succeed in whatever I choose to pursue in my life.”
From Hillary Jackson-Age 17 VBT Co. member |
"I
respect the teachers at VBTS for their knowledge, strength, and
kindness...they inspire me to challenge myself, to feed my mind
and spirit to become a better dancer and better person...They never
stop pushing me and challenging me whether it is to build my strength
or my artistry. I am overwhelmed with the constant excitement for
dance that is motivated by the passion I see in my teachers. I consider
them both friends and family. I can't thank them enough."
-Paige
Evans, age 18, studied at VBTS 15 years |
"Each
teacher at VBTS carries different characteristics in teaching ballet,
and about life. These qualities bring out the best in everyone!
All of their passion for dance has inspired me. Without ballet,
and all of the teachers I would not be who I am today."
-Cathee
Hill, age 18, studied at VBTS 8 years |
"The
teaching at VBTS is very high quality. Teachers are always supportive
while pushing me to excel and grow. Everyone is happy to be there
and to be dancing."
-Catherine
Vigne, age 18, studied at VBTS 2 years |
