Children
An introduction to the basics of dance, developing coordination and musicality, building correct posture and improving general physical fitness, taking into account age and individual characteristics.
Ekaterina Petina
- Ballet teacher
- Artistic coach
- MBA, International University of Monaco
- Former principal dancer
In person · Mainly Monaco and the French RivieraOnline · Worldwide
Professional profile
After a 25-year international stage career, Ekaterina Petina continues her professional work in ballet education and artistic coaching, teaching both ballet school students and ballet lovers of all ages.
Her career spans classical, neoclassical and contemporary repertoire, collaborations with outstanding choreographers and performances on the world’s leading stages.
Extensive international experience, professional ballet training, a teaching qualification and a business education form the basis of her work today and open up opportunities for further collaboration in the performing arts, ballet education and culture.
Education and qualifications
YearCityInstitutionDiploma
2024–2026MonacoInternational University of MonacoMaster of Business Administration (MBA)
2021Cannes-Mougins, FrancePNSD Rosella HightowerDiplôme d’État de professeur de danse — French State Diploma in dance teaching
2001St PetersburgVaganova Academy of Russian BalletDiploma in professional choreographic education
Ballet teaching and artistic coaching
Ekaterina’s teaching began during her years on stage and includes private and group lessons with students of different ages and levels.
Classical ballet lies at the heart of her teaching approach, which places particular emphasis on building a solid academic foundation. This approach makes it possible to develop physical abilities correctly and progressively and to adapt gradually to increasing workloads while reducing the risk of injury. At the same time, it creates a strong foundation for later mastering other dance styles.
Lesson format
- In personMainly Monaco and the French Riviera
- OnlineWorldwide
Private and group lessons
Who I work with
Ballet school students
Extra lessons to refine classical technique, work on ballet variations and prepare for exams, competitions and stage performances.
Artistic coaching includes work on the artistic image, expressiveness and interpretation of the role.
The content and priorities of the lessons are set individually, based on the student’s goals and level.
Adults
Classical ballet lessons with the option of including elements of Pilates and stretching, depending on the participants’ goals and preferences.
The content and intensity of the lessons are chosen individually, taking into account each person’s level and physical abilities.
The main focus is on improving muscle tone and posture and developing flexibility, coordination, fluidity and harmony of movement.
Studio, barre…
…students
…rehearsals
Part II
On stage
Career, repertoire, photo archive.
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Collaboration and contact
Ekaterina is open to professional collaboration with ballet schools, dance companies, educational and cultural organisations, including at international level.
For private and group lessons, professional invitations and collaboration enquiries.
- Emailekaterina.petina@monaco.edu
- Phone+33 6 40 87 26 79
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