School of Classical Ballet
in Verona, NJ
Ballet •
Pointe •
Character Dance •
Jazz •
Contemporary •
Ballroom for Adults & Kids
Adult Ballet and Stretch classes •
Wedding choreography
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24rd season: School opens Sept. 14, 2020 / closes June 13, 2021
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No parents at the school during the classes.
Please, remove your shoes downstairs, wear a mask, keep social distance.
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Students who take toe must take a minimum of three classes weekly - one toe, and two ballet classes.
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We expect students to be on time. Classes start promptly.
Please call if your child will be absent from class, and to schedule a make up class.
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Uniform:
- Girls: Black leotard, pink tights and pink ballet slippers. Hair must be neatly arranged in a bun.
- Boys: Black tights, white tee shirt, black ballet slippers and athletic support.
School of Classical Ballet, located in Verona, NJ, was founded in 1997 by Alissa Kossov.
Our faculty members are professional dancers, but most importantly highly qualified teachers,
eager to share their knowledge and experiences with students. This makes for a truly well-rounded experience for the children,
where learning and growth is not only the goal but the inevitable outcome.
Alissa Kossov: Artistic Director and Choreographer

Alissa Kossov was born and raised in Russia. From a very early age she has been involved with the world of professional ballet.
A graduate of the famous Vaganova Ballet Academy in St. Petersburg, Alissa received some of the best training
that the Russian ballet school has to offer.
Alissa is a founder of School of Classical Ballet, artistic director and choreographer.
She successfully created several full ballet productions, such as "The Nutcracker", "Snow Queen", "Around the World", "Gala", "Paquita", and others.
Albina: Ballet Teacher
Albina trained at the Armenian National Ballet School and joined the Armenian National Ballet as a soloist in 2004. In 2011,
she joined the Israel Ballet company as a principal dancer. Albina is a laureate of the Grigorovich International Ballet competition in 2010.
She has extensive classical ballet repertoire including Sleeping Beauty, Giselle, Nutcracker, Carmen, and Spartacus, to name a few.
Galina Shapovalova: Character Master Classes
Galina Shapovalova graduated from Moscow Academy of Ballet. She was a leading soloist for 18 years with Russian Dance
Company of Moscow. Ms. Shapovalova also graduated from The National Ballet School of Canada Teachers Program. She has a
solid background teaching in Russia, North America and Canada.
For the past eight years Galina has been a respected ballet teacher at Bayview School of Ballet, in Toronto,
Canada.
Max Walkow: Contemporary Dance Teacher
Max Walkow started his dance training at the age of 10 and quickly discovered his love for dance.
In 2017 he preformed at the Red Bull Arena for the Youth World Cup! Moreover as a competition dancer,
he’s won numerous scholarships and awards at conventions all around the country.
Max has exposure to various styles including: ballet, jazz, musical theatre, lyrical, tap, and contemporary.
Alexei Kossov: Ballroom Teacher
Born in Vladivostok, Russia. He's got his education in Moscow (nuclear physics). Currently working as programmer
in New York City, NY (computers and dancing were always and still are important parts of his life).
He likes "So You Think You Can Dance" and "Dancing with the Stars", enjoys good music and good company.
Alexei had long and successful carrier as professional dancer, choreographer, teacher, adjudicator and coach.
Schedule of Classes
9:30 am
4:30 - 5:30
5:30 - 6:30
6:30 - 7:30
7:30 - 8:30
8:30 - 9:30
Monday
Beg.
Int.
Int. Pointe
Int. II + Adv.
Int. II + Adv. Pointe
9:30 am
4:30 - 5:30
5:30 - 6:30
6:30 - 7:30
7:30 - 8:30
8:30 - 9:30
Tuesday
Beg. I
Beg. II
Beg. II Pre-Pointe
Adult Ballet
Adult Ballroom
9:30 am
4:30 - 5:30
5:30 - 6:30
6:30 - 7:30
7:30 - 8:30
8:30 - 9:30
Wednesday
Preschool
3 - 5
Int.
Int. Pointe Tech.
Int. II + Adv.
Int. II + Adv. Pointe Tech.
9:30 am
4:30 - 5:30
5:30 - 6:30
6:30 - 7:30
7:30 - 8:30
8:30 - 9:30
Thurthday
Stretch
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
9:30 am
4:30 - 5:30
5:30 - 6:30
6:30 - 7:30
7:30 - 8:30
8:30 - 9:30
Friday
Beg. II
Beg. II Pre-Pointe
Int.
+ Int. II
Variations Allegro
10:00 - 11:00
11:00 - 12:00
12:00 - 1:00
1:00 - 2:00
Saturday
TBD
Ballroom Beg.
Beg.
Preschool
3 - 5
Click here to see Class Descriptions.
Click here to see Event Calendar.
Holidays
Halloween |
Oct. 31, 2020 |
Thanksgiving |
Nov. 25 - 29, 2020 |
Holiday Recess |
Dec. 14, 2020 - Jan. 3, 2021 |
February Break |
Feb. 15 - 21, 2021 |
Easter Break |
Apr. 1 - 4, 2021 |
Memorial Day |
May 28 - 31, 2021 |
Last day of school |
Jun. 12, 2020 |
Events
“The Nutcracker Evenings” rehearsals start |
September, 2020 |
Attention parents:
We will perform “The Nutcracker Evenings” at the school in costumes and full stage makeup.
Each group will have its own separate performance, made according to CDC recommendations.
There will be a live video stream for each group (no audience at the school).
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“The Nutcracker Evenings”
at VBS, with live video on-line.
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Dec. 10 - 12, 2020 |
VBS Gala |
Spring, TBD |
Summer Intensives |
TBD |
Summer Arts Camp |
TBD |
Note: Payments are due the first week of each month.