Vaganova Academy

The Vaganova Academy, officially known as the Vaganova Ballet Academy, is a prestigious ballet school located in St. Petersburg, Russia. Founded in 1738, it is renowned for training dancers in the Russian ballet technique, developed by Russian ballerina Agrippina Vaganova in the early 20th century. The academy emphasizes a blend of strength, artistry, and expressiveness in dance. Many of the world's top ballet dancers and choreographers have graduated from the Vaganova Academy, making it a cornerstone of classical ballet education and a significant contributor to the global ballet community.