ballet for everyone
Our vision is to inspire, educate & encourage.
At EBA we make the oftentimes elite performing art form of classical ballet accessible to everyone interested in exploring this beautiful craft.
Whether a student is drawn to ballet for artistic expression, athletic strengthening, a confidence boost, or all three, we ensure that these characteristics and more are fostered in every class.
Our classes share common core traits including enthusiastic instructors, community-focused performances, a family-friendly class settings, strong classical ballet technique, exposure to classical music, positive social environment & overall the joy of creative movement infused into every class!
Greetings, I’m Katie!
founder, director & instructor
I started Eleve Ballet Academy in 2021 with a clear vision to offer high-quality, approachable classical ballet instruction to students of all ages and abilities. Creating a welcoming and encouraging space for students to learn ballet, bond with classmates, and reach new levels of confidence.
EBA’s flagship studio in NC has grown from a handful of students during our inaugural first class session to now 100+ students attending classes each and every school year!
It remains my joy and privilege as an educator and creative to live out EBA’s vision of ballet for everyone every day providing a range of classical ballet community-based classes to families in the southeast and here in New England.
I am an experienced ballet instructor and dancer, having taught beginner, intermediate, advanced/pre-professional students of all ages at Elysium Dance Project, Alpha & Omega Dance Academy, Elite Academy of Dance, and through private instruction at performing arts and fitness studios across the east coast.
I specialize in training all levels of classical ballet, pointe & choreography, strength conditioning, and performance coaching. My varied skill set and proficiency in music, dance, and physical fitness lends to a well-rounded approach to arts education, and equips me to understand and teach all aspects of training and performance.
I look forward to bringing EBA classes to Maine families, inspiring fresh growth with confidence, creativity, and community!
“We've had a great experience with preschool ballet with Ms. Katie! My 5 yr old is quite shy and gets overwhelmed in big classes. We've enjoyed the smaller and more individualized classes with Ms. Katie. The little ballerinas are constantly moving and dancing - no waiting around for their turn. Ms. Katie is very fun and patient, and sensitive to each girls' personality. We highly recommend!”
- Megan S.