Anischenko
Ballet Company
Where Art Meets Athletic Excellence.
Authentic Vaganova Training. Professional Performance. Individual Excellence.
About Anischenko Ballet Co.
Our Mission.
To cultivate technically exceptional, artistically expressive, and mentally resilient ballet artists through authentic Vaganova training.
We believe ballet develops far more than technique—it builds discipline, confidence, resilience, character, and leadership that last a lifetime.
Every dancer receives individual attention, performance opportunities, professional mentorship, and the support needed to thrive both on and off the stage.
Our vision extends beyond the studio: to build a professional ballet company while preparing the next generation of artists for international careers.
Anischenko Ballet Company
Training Artists. Building Dreams. Performing Worldwide.
A professional ballet school and company dedicated to developing the next generation of artists and taking ballet to the world.
About me
Katia Anischenko
Katia Anischenko is the Founder and Artistic Director of Anischenko Ballet Company. A graduate of the Vaganova Ballet Academy in St. Petersburg with dual diplomas in Performance and Pedagogy, she danced as a guest artist with the Bolshoi, Mariinsky, Mikhailovsky, Teatro alla Scala, and Kremlin Ballet Theatre, and performed at the Sochi 2014 Olympic Opening Ceremony.
For more than a decade she has performed in over seventy countries, placing students at Académie Princesse Grace, the Vaganova Academy, Juilliard, and San Francisco Ballet School. She is a four-time YAGP Outstanding Teacher and a certified international competition adjudicator.
ADC/IBC Best Coach Award 2026 Finals, YAGP Outstanding Teacher Award (2023, 2024, 2025, 2026), Best Teacher (Spera International 2024)
Students Placed: Academie Pincesse Grace (Monaco) Vaganova Academy, John Cranko Schule, Juiliard, SF Ballet School, La Ballet
Stage Career: Bolshoi, Mariinsky, Mikhailovsky, Teatro alla Scala, Kremlin Ballet, Grand Kyiv Ballet, Sochi 2014 Olympic Ceremony.
Testimonials
Voices from the studio.
“As the Founder and Artistic Director of Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP), I have had the privilege of observing and working with many of the most talented teachers and dancers in the world. Among them, Ms. Anishchenko stands out as an exceptionally accomplished ballet professional whose artistry, teaching methodology, and international achievements distinguish her at the highest level.”
Larissa Saveliev
Artistic Director, Founder of YAGP
“Since the beginning of our professional relationship, Ekaterina clearly defined herself to be one of the most dedicated, passionate, and hardworking individuals I have encountered over my years as a world-renowned Artistic Director.”
Oleg Vinogradov
Artistic Director Emeritus of Mariinsky Ballet
She has performed in numerous major productions with Moscow’s Russian Classical Ballet, including La Bayadere, Swan Lake, The Stone Flower, Corsaire, Romeo and Juliette, Chopiniana, and Giselle, among others. Notably, she performed the title roles in The Sleeping Beauty and Snow White, as well as the lead role of Marie in The Nutcracker. "
Tony Shivers
Director, Melbourne City Ballet
“Over the years, Ekaterina has brought her exceptionally talented and well-trained students to participate in our productions. The children, selected for their high potential and rigorous training, have made a significant contribution to our company.”
Oleksandr Stoianov
Director and Founder, Grand Kyiv Ballet
“Ms. Anishchenko's technical mastery, artistic insight, and leadership have made her an invaluable figure in the international ballet community and an asset to the advancement of dance education.”
Slawomir Wozniak
Co-Owner & Ballet Master of Master Ballet Academy, Principal Dancer, Phoenix Ballet
“Ekaterina began to perform all solo parts with invariable success on allstages of the world. After each performance, Ekaterina always deserved the greatest amount of applause and the most enthusiastic responses from the audience. The amazing lightness and purity of the performance of any part have always been combined with a deep image. In addition, it completely conquers her human qualities.”
Evgeniya Bespalova
Director, Russian Classical Ballet
How we work
2X Per Year:
Professional Stage
In collaboration with a professional ballet company, students preform alongside a professional troupe twice a year - in productions staged across the U.S. and internationally.
Every 2 Months:
Pre-Competition Showcases
Every two months, students perform a showcase ahead of competition viewings - a full run-through in a theatre setting that builds stage confidence and polish before adjudicated events. Held at the Box Theatre, Liberty Station.
Open Classes:
Parent Observation Classes
Open classes where parents are welcomed to watch their dancers train and progress - held at the Box Thearte, Liberty Station. A window into the work, the method, and each childs growth across the season.
Pricing
Invest in your Ballet Future.
Our packages and offerings.
FAQ
Questions? We've got answers!
Everything you need to know about Anischenko Ballet Company
Do you offer discounts or membership options?
Yes. We offer class packs and tiered memberships designed to fit different training goals and budgets, with savings over single-class pricing. For current rates and to find the right option for your dancer, contact Katia directly.
What method do you teach?
Do you prepare students for professional careers and top schools?
How is this different from a typical dance studio?
Do you offer private lessons or one-on-one coaching?
What if my dancer has to miss a class or a private lesson?
Professional Classical Training
Schedule a complimentary trial class and placement evaluation, we'd be glad to help you find the right path.
