Melinda

With more than 15 years of experience in Classical Ballet education, Melinda Larson brings a distinguished foundation in Russian ballet training, performance, choreography, and mentorship to her teaching. Her approach is rooted in the discipline and artistry of classical ballet, while thoughtfully nurturing the individual potential of every dancer.

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Melinda received her training at a Russian Ballet Academy in Denver, Colorado, and has dedicated many years to both performing and cultivating the next generation of dancers. Her extensive experience includes coaching competitive ballet students, mentoring theater directors, and contributing her expertise to the choreography and staging of productions throughout the Denver area and at Arizona Christian University.

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A Vaganova Certified instructor and Progressing Ballet Technique® (PBT) Certified teacher, Melinda combines the rigor and elegance of classical ballet methodology with innovative approaches to strength, alignment, and body awareness. Her teaching is centered on developing technically accomplished, expressive, and confident dancers, while instilling the discipline, musicality, artistry, and appreciation for excellence that define a lifelong relationship with ballet.

Now located in Phoenix, Arizona, Melinda is honored to bring her knowledge, experience, and passion for classical ballet to a new generation of dancers. For her, ballet is both an art and a discipline—one that has the power to cultivate grace, perseverance, confidence, and character. She is committed to guiding each dancer toward reaching their fullest artistic and technical potential.