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About The Founder  imageAbout The Founder  imageAbout The Founder  image

About the founder of the school.


Ann is a professional ballet dancer (artist) professionally trained in the Traditional Classical Ballet Discipline Vaganova Method at Vakhtang Chabukiani Tbilisi State Ballet School Of Georgia. Anna comes from a family of dancers. Her father was honoured as a Principal Ballet Dancer at Tbilisi Ballet and Opera Theater in Georgia and internationally, and her mother is a ballerina. 
After studying the Vaganova Method of Classical Dance for 8 years, she gained experience in classical ballet technique, character dance, historical dance, pointe work, stage drama, and piano duet dance. She was preparing for a professional ballet career and was taught by professional ballet dancers, teachers, and stars who passed on their high-quality knowledge. Many famous ballet stars began their training at the Classical Ballet State School.


Ann graduated with a degree in ballet and started working as a ballet artist at the State Musical Theatre and freelance dancer for 32 years at home and overseas.   Highly Qualified Ballet Teacher with 15 years of teaching experience Founder of Ann White Classical Ballet Training School and creator of Creative Certified Classical Ballet Training  Program (Education) for children and youth Pre Vocational Training. The school and Founder are official members of the CID International Dance Council associated with UNESCO Paris and hold internationally recognized status and Full Teaching Memberships with ISTD and IDTA Associates. 

Despite having a professional dancing career, Ann continues her studies and updates in the UK. She holds a Diploma 4 Professional Teaching Qualification, which is equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate program at university. Ann has exceptional skills and knowledge to understand subjects to high standards. She has completed the Inspire Full Teaching Seminar with the prestigious Royal Ballet School in Covent Garden and also participated in a Teacher Training Seminar Foundation of Classical Dance with the Bolshoi Academy in Moscow. Ann holds an IDTA Associate in Ballet and has extended knowledge of the Classical Ballet Technique Method and ballet/dance anatomy. Qualified for first aid and fully DBS checked... She aspires to pass on her knowledge experiences and quality lessons to young students who are interested in ballet classes.

Ann is the creator of Adult Floor Gymnastics, a core workout programme that involves intensive ballet bare-floor exercises. She teaches Yoga (Hatha) to all ages, including post-natal, mommy-baby, children, and adults. Ann holds a professional diploma in Yoga (Hatha) from the British School of Yoga (BSY). Additionally, she offers Adult Ballet Beginners Wellbeing classes aimed at improving health.
Ann's services have been instrumental in helping dance schools and private ballet students achieve better results for stage performances, and competitions, as well as IDTA/ISTD/RAD and Royal Ballet School Associate Programme exams and auditions. Over the last decade, her school has consistently achieved successful IDTA ballet exam results and now ISTD.

Ann has a unique quality of teaching. She can establish a very significant connection between students and parents across the age range as a teacher which makes her classes very interesting to attend full of fun and pure joy learning.

Ballet Technique Private Coach for serious pre or vocational students in the UK in studio and online internationally.Available for Ballet Workshops/pointe work (including pointe preparation classes)Teaches private adult ballet and yoga. Can teach to rhythmic gymnastic and ice skating students ballet technique and flexibility stretches classes. Virtual in-person Judged Dance Competitions (ballet/dance sections)









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We offer International Dance Council Certificates On Dance Studies through 3 years of classes (learning) in the Classical Ballet Training Program for children and youth Level 1/2/2+/3. The program is approved by the International Dance Council (CID) associated with UNESCO Paris. Students learn the first basic steps and gain valuable tools. Ballet unlocks and develops abilities that are beneficial to health and mind and advances from the preparatory level to the main level. A Pre-vocational Ballet Training Course Program begins at the age of 5-12 years old.

Exams with ISTD Cecchetti and IDTA Rosette are available in our school
Exams are taken every 2 years of attendance and combined with open classes, performances competitions

The Classical Ballet Training program is Ann White's (creative) unique teaching method which is based on the teaching methodology of traditional classical ballet dance and classifies as the intensive course program

The School Member of CID International Dance Council is associated with UNESCO Paris http://www.cidportal.org/cid-members/
holds the internationally recognized status

Full teaching member with ISTD https://www.istd.org/home/

IDTA https://www.idta.co.uk/

Preparing for Royal Ballet School Auditions https://www.royalballetschool.org.uk/

Preparatory ballet program for children aged 6+to 10 yrs old beginner level 1

Preparatory ballet program for children aged 6+to 10 yrs old beginner level 1

Introduce your child to the enchanting world of ballet with our Preparatory ballet program. Tailored for beginners aged 6+ to 10, this program focuses on building a strong technical foundation while fostering a love for dance. Through engaging warm-ups, imaginative exercises, and graceful choreography, children will develop their coordination, flexibility, and musicality. Our dedicated instructors ensure a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere, where each child can flourish and express themselves through movement. Join us and start your child's ballet journey today!

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The Level  2 and 2 + RECOMMENDED

The Level 2 and 2 + RECOMMENDED

The school offers International Dance Council Certificates in Ballet Studies through 3 years of Classical Ballet Training and Pre Vocational Ballet Training approved by the International Dance Council (CID) in association with UNESCO Paris, France.

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Cecchetti  Classical ballet Method Exam ISTD  for children age 7 and upwards

Cecchetti Classical ballet Method Exam ISTD for children age 7 and upwards

Grade Examination with ISTD Cecchetti Classical Ballet Method Held every two years, with a separate time for attendance (ask your teacher for more information)

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Bonus +

Bonus +

The timing is just right! Children and students with talented dance skills will have the opportunity to represent the UK at International Dance Council (CID) Congresses, Dance Competitions, and Festivals. This is an amazing opportunity for a mini holiday and family quality time! It is also an excellent way to build future resumes. Please view the Links below about the organizations and opportunities http://cid-world.org/ https://www.talentworldcontest.tv/

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Private tuition auditions Level 3

Private tuition auditions Level 3

For serious students who are interested in Royal Ballet School Auditions, Professional Ballet Competitions, or Becoming a Vocational Ballet student, private lessons and preparation help are available. E-mail us. annawhiteballet@gmail.com

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Private classical ballet coaching online in studio

Private classical ballet coaching online in studio

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Traditional Classical Ballet Enrico Cecchetti Uniform

THE BENEFItS OF your child taking part in our pre - VOCATIONAL-BALLET training program   image

Contains elementary study ;

Level 1/2
Ballet stretches with rhythmic gymnastic elements (flexibility)
Rhythm (musicality)
Learn basic ballet steps and techniques through creativity
Ballet gymnastics on the floor and standing ( fitness development)
Motor learning skills games
Ballet acting skills (drama+plastic moves)
Classical Ballet Repertory (children's ballet)
Basic Pointe work (preparatory lesson)

Programs are available for beginners, amateurs and pre-vocational dancers. All skill levels are welcome.
Our Intensive Program Covers Health Fitness and Well Being and Benefits Scoliosis, Posture Osteoporosis and Londrosis posture.
For the Pre-Vocational level introduce classical dance fundamentals and a solid base of ballet technique. The program is classified as an intensive program (the foundation of ballet). Improves ballet education and strengthens the mind.
The course prepares children from young ages for later participation in Classical Ballet Training Elementary and Grades Classes if they wish to continue or have been chosen.
The children learn in a very friendly disciplinary environment with fun and excitement. All program runs through mind creativity games and is based on sport discipline the children engaged very well and were happy to take part in the lesson. Lessons run for 1 hour and a half and are full of happiness through inspiration and motivation. We looking forward to seeing your child in our inspired friendly class.

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