About the School
The Ballet Academy of Irwin teaches an International Ballet Syllabus. The curriculum is designed to teach and strengthen Classical technique. Classes are offered from the beginning to advanced level. Beginning levels establish good habits and the foundation for future progress. Intermediate levels increase vocabulary and sequences of center practice. Advanced levels continue to perfect their placement and execute center work with greater precision.
Performing is a key component in Classical Ballet education. It promotes confidence and a sense of accomplishment in each student. We provide a truly artistic experience for our students through full scale classical ballet productions.
The Ballet Academy of Irwin is an open enrollment school. We gladly welcome dancers from other schools to perform and/ or partake in additional classes to improve technique amd dance skills.
Instructors are always open and willing to discussing your questions or concerns. Please call or email the studio to make an appointment.
About the Director
Jennifer A. Coneybeer received her training at The Laurel Youth Ballet Theatre, Point Park College, Pittsburgh Ballet Theater, School of American Ballet & various other schools in New York City. She has studied under instructors such as, Susan McCullough, Nicholas Petrov, Patricia Wilde, Michael Ho, Mary Miller, Dana Arey, Valentina Moukhanova-Zamuel, German Zamuel, Suki Schorer, & Finis Jung. Jennifer has performed roles in ballets such as “Peter Pan”, Cinderella”, “The Nutcracker”, and “Coppelia” along with many original abstract works. Jennifer has been teaching classical ballet for over 15 years and has done choreography for many ballets and dance performances. She has produced, directed and staged a productions such as "Cinderella" and “The Snow Queen”. Jennifer has touched the hearts of many young dancers with her passion for Classical Ballet.
Additional Faculty
Emily Heinicka Guest Faculty:
Leah Kelly Aleksandar Zankin
Julia Ionadi
Dinah Mason