TRAIN WITH AN
AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE
BALLERINA

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TRAIN WITH AN
AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE
BALLERINA

Book 1:1 lesson

TOP BALLET TRAINING IN NYC & NJ

 in-home, on location, in-studio or virtually

Founded by a former ballerina of American Ballet Theatre, Elina Golde. Elina provides one-on-one ballet lessons in New York City and New Jersey.

Elina’s students range from children to adults, from beginners to pre- professionals. She works with students who strive for private training in addition to their school classes, prepares them for exams, competitions, summer intensives and so on. She also works with high-profile clients in their homes, on location, and is available for occasional project based travel. Additionally Elina has years of experience working in the Film & TV industry in New York City as well as Los Angeles.

Her students have won awards and placed at the top in competitions like YAGP, RADIX and NUVO (see Student Highlights below). Many of her students train at or have been accepted into top ballet schools like JKO, Master Ballet Academy, Ballet Academy East and San Francisco Ballet School to name a few. 

Elina’s adult students have gone from being total beginners to knowing the tehnique inside and out. Read Elina’s full bio here.

Is private training for you?

The fastest way to learn and improve is through private training. There is no better way to work on your technique than with a private coach. You will get undivided attention and begin seeing results in no time.

Learn more about our private ballet classes by inquiring below. For information about pricing, please see the menu above.

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STUDENT HIGHLIGHTS

9–year-old Sylvie Win placing 2nd in classical category and 1st in contemporary at YAGP Finals in Tampa, Florida 2025!

12 – year old Ellary Day Szyndlar making it into the final round in the Junior Category at YAGP Finals in Tampa, Florida 2025!”

TESTIMONIALS

Kayla V

Kayla V

Sabina's Mother, Texas (HHI Silver Medalist)

Elina has been an amazing addition to my daughter's dance education! She has trained with her for the last couple weeks and has showed great improvement! We are so excited to have found Elina and all of the potential growth my daughter can make as a more technical dancer! Elina is very supportive and is incredibly dedicated to helping you achieve your goals!
Lindsay M

Lindsay M

Ivy's Mother, NYC (Ballet Academy East)

Elina is wonderful! My daughter made a ton of progress working with her this summer. She is a talented and caring teacher. Highly recommend!
Shotaro T

Shotaro T

Lisa's Father from Singapore (Alberta Ballet School)

My daughter got to have an incredible experience with Elina this summer. She took a four-hour private lesson every day for ten days straight. Elina made the classes so excellent, one-of-a-kind adventure for my daughter. She taught my daughter ballet technique, pointe work, and variations. Elina tirelessly worked with my daughter every day and put in so much effort just for her. She uniquely explained everything and listened to my daughter's concerns. It was incredible for me as a parent with no ballet knowledge to witness. I have so much respect for Elina. I feel incredibly grateful that I got to meet her. Thank you so much for everything you did for us, Elina.
Lilly Wheeler

Lilly Wheeler

Ballet Student at JKO

I absolutely love working with Elina, she understands my goals and what I want to achieve!
Megan T

Megan T

Shea's Mother, NYC

Elina is an absolute gem. My daughter started working with her over the summer and made so much improvement in a very short amount of time. Elina is just the best in every way...she's an incredible teacher, she is professional and easy to work with, and my daughter loves her. She got in to a competitive ballet program thanks to her work with Elina and we are so grateful!!
Lindsay G

Lindsay G

Kiara's Mother, New Jersey (Edgewater Performing Arts)

Elina was incredibly attentive to the needs of my daughter this summer, and I am deeply grateful for all of her time. My child came out of the summer with much improved core strength, and we have seen the benefit through all of her ballet endeavors thus far through the school year. Elina brings beautiful artistry and incredibly sound technical advice to her sessions, and she's also a wealth of information about the ballet journey in general. My daughter will continue to grow through Elina's wonderful support!
Aine O’Sullivan,

Aine O’Sullivan,

University of Utah, Ballet BFA Major

I was able to gain a stronger foundation, cleaner technique, enhanced artistry, and an overall better understanding of my body. I always left a session with Elina exhilarated and feeling accomplished but eager to keep working. She’s incredibly caring and always pushes you to your fullest potential. I highly recommend Elina’s class to anyone from a beginner to professional level!
Andrea Cook

Andrea Cook

Artistic Director at Fairfax Ballet

Elina is a delightful artist, teacher and person. Our students of all levels felt so comfortable in her class and learned so much from basic corrections, artist nuances and how to expand how they approach class. She was able to provide our students a strong technical class that was still very danceable and fun for all. You’ll definitely enjoy studying with her!

TRAINING DANCERS OF ALL LEVELS

TECHNIQUE

1) Beginners

Learn the basics of ballet and the correct execution of each step.

2) Intermediate students
We will build on what you’ve already learned, clean and correct any
bad habits that might be holding you back.
3) Advanced students

We will focus on taking your technique to the next level.

4) Pre-professionals

Extensive focus on audition/competition prep + help with navigating
the competitive world of dance.

STRENGTH BUILDING

Muscle strength is one of the essential elements for dancers. You will have an opportunity to learn important exercises to support your technique and avoid injuries.

Elina has dealt with many injuries in her ballet career. She has worked with personal trainers and physical therapists, and has an extensive knowledge of how to keep the body healthy while dancing and navigating a busy lifestyle.

STRENGTH BUILDING

Muscle strength is one of the essential elements for dancers. You will have an opportunity to learn important exercises to support your technique and avoid injuries.

Elina has dealt with many injuries in her ballet career. She has worked with personal trainers and physical therapists, and has an extensive knowledge of how to keep the body healthy while dancing and navigating a busy lifestyle.

FLEXIBILITY

Learn effective stretches to compliment your technique:

1) Increase turnout

2) Get into splits easily

3) Higher arabesques

4) Increase ankle flexibility for pointe

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