Victoria Academy of Ballet Information

Victoria Academy of Ballet (formerly Island Dance Studio) was established in 1990 by Christine Richardson F.C.S.C – C.I.C.B., ARAD. Now under the ownership and direction of Bleiddyn Del Villar Bellis, FCSC- CICB, The Victoria Academy of Ballet offers specialized dance instruction for children ages 3 through to Professional level. The Faculty of Victoria Academy of Ballet offers the highest caliber of professional instruction in dance training and performance. All faculty are highly experienced qualified teachers who have a passion for dance and for training students of all ages and ability to their fullest potential. The Foundational Program provides once per week classes for children, youth, teens and adults. All ages and abilities are welcome. The General Program offers classes in ballet, jazz and contemporary to children and youth wanting to attend VAB multiple times per week. The Professional Training Program, provide serious school aged students with a unique opportunity to train in an intensive environment. Acceptance into the Professional Training Program is by audition only. The Bridge Professional Training Program in Classical Ballet (Diploma) is a 2-year Post-Secondary Career Training Program leading to a Diploma in Classical Ballet and is accredited with the Private Career Training Institutions Agency (PCTIA) part of the BC Ministry of Advanced Education. Only students who have met all admission requirements are eligible for enrollment in this program.