Ballet Variations
BY IANA SALENKO
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In this class you will learn variations from
Giselle and Sleeping Beauty, step by step.
FREE LESSON
Watch the first lesson of
this class for free.
About this class
I perform and analyze two of the most beloved and challenging variations in classical ballet and competitions: Aurora and Giselle.
Practical advice: I share my detailed instruction for how to approach these roles both technically and dramatically as well as how to focus so you get the most from your time onstage.
Years of experience: In this Dance Masterclass, I've collected my most essential insights on how to deal with competitions and shine when it's your chance.
Lessons
included in this class
1. Always be ready
Learn from Iana's incredible experience at the Varna competition and why you should keep it in mind every day.
2. Master competitions
Discover what you need to know when the pressure is on- from avoiding distractions to preparing to show your best.
3. Aurora's variation
Watch Iana perform Aurora's wedding variation from Sleeping Beauty, a great choice to show your strength and grace in competitions.
4. Analysis of Aurora's variation
Get inspired by Iana's analysis with technical tips and key insights into the character of Aurora.
With helpful graphics and slow motion, you will see all the important details, step by step.
5. Giselle's variation
See Iana dance one of the quintessential female solos in classical ballet: Giselle's first act variation.
6. Analysis of Giselle's variation
Find out how Iana approaches the role of Giselle and why this variation is such a unique blend of technique and storytelling.
Key graphics and playback will help guide you through the most important elements of the variation from the famous diagonal with ronde jambe to the final manège.
7. Body as your instrument
Your body is an amazing instrument and does extraordinary things every day. But you have to treat it with the care it requires and deserves.
Learn from Iana's experiences and get practical training exercises for strong, beautiful lines.
8. Personal advice
Gain insight into what matters the most and what you really take away from a competition besides a medal.
Teacher
Iana Salenko
3x Gold Medal Winner
Iana Salenko is a world-renowned prima ballerina acclaimed for her incredible pointe work, power, and grace on stage. In her remarkable career she has won numerous awards and has performed with many of the best ballet companies in the world. Currently Principal dancer at the State Ballet Berlin and guest artist at the Royal ballet.
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Ballet Variations
by Iana Salenko
In this class, you’ll learn variations from
Giselle and Sleeping Beauty, step by step.
FREE LESSON
Watch the first lesson of
this class for free.
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This class is suitable for advanced dancers

8 Lessons
Guided step-by-step instructions

Workbook
Downloadable workbook included
Lessons
included in this class
1. Lesson: Always be ready
Learn from Iana's incredible experience at the Varna competition and why you should keep it in mind every day.
2. Lesson: Master competitions
Discover what you need to know when the pressure is on- from avoiding distractions to preparing to show your best.
3. Lesson: Aurora's variation
Watch Iana perform Aurora's wedding variation from Sleeping Beauty, a great choice to show your strength and grace in competitions.
4. Lesson: Analysis of Aurora's variation
Get inspired by Iana's analysis with technical tips and key insights into the character of Aurora.
With helpful graphics and slow motion, you will see all the important details, step by step.
5. Lesson: Giselle's variation
See Iana dance one of the quintessential female solos in classical ballet: Giselle's first act variation.
6. Lesson: Analysis of Giselle's variation
Find out how Iana approaches the role of Giselle and why this variation is such a unique blend of technique and storytelling.
Key graphics and playback will help guide you through the most important elements of the variation from the famous diagonal with ronde jambe to the final manège.
7. Lesson: Body as your instrument
Your body is an amazing instrument and does extraordinary things every day. But you have to treat it with the care it requires and deserves.
Learn from Iana's experiences and get practical training exercises for strong, beautiful lines.
8. Lesson: Personal advice
Gain insight into what matters the most and what you really take away from a competition besides a medal.
About this class
Aurora and Giselle: I perform and analyze two of the most beloved and challenging variations in classical ballet and competitions.
Practical advice: I share my detailed instruction for how to approach these roles both technically and dramatically as well as how to focus so you get the most from your time onstage.
Years of experience: In this Dance Masterclass, I've collected my most essential insights on how to deal with competitions and shine when it's your chance.


Iana Salenko
Gold medal winner- International Ballet Competition in Helsinki, Vienna, Nagoya
Iana Salenko is a world-renowned prima ballerina acclaimed for her incredible pointe work, power, and grace on stage. In her remarkable career she has won numerous awards and has performed with many of the best ballet companies in the world. Currently Principal dancer at the State Ballet Berlin and guest artist at the Royal ballet.
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