FOUNDED BY GEORGE BALANCHINE, SAB IS THE PREEMINENT BALLET SCHOOL IN THE US.

We train talented dancers from diverse backgrounds for professional careers in ballet while enriching the life of every student.

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For Students
& Parents

Explore our world-renowned classical ballet training programs for 6 to 18 year olds and the myriad resources dedicated to the care and development of each student.

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Supporters

Learn how your support can impact the future of ballet and help our talented students make their dreams come true.

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Everyone

From open ballet classes for young children to educational seminars for adults, SAB has something for everyone.

Since our founding in 1934

SAB has trained more dancers for careers in professional ballet than any other US school. Alumni comprise more than 95% of New York City Ballet and fill the ranks of companies across the US and around the world. SAB is the future of classical ballet.

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Happening Now at SAB

Register for Summer Program Auditions

Join us at one of 17 locations this January and February including our headquarters in NYC.

A Brand-New Space for SAB’s Artistic Athletes

The Artistic Health and Wellness Student Center is designed to support the physical and mental well-being of all students.

Introducing the SAB One-Day Experience!

For the first time ever, SAB is opening its doors to students ages 12-18 for a series of one-day Workshops designed to offer a glimpse inside our studios – No Audition Necessary! The first workshop is November 9. Learn more and register today!

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Shop Official SAB Merchandise

We are pleased to offer branded merchandise in conjunction with the e-commerce platform Bonfire.

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Become a Member

Gain access to exclusive programs designed to provide you with an inside look at the training of America’s finest ballet students. By becoming a Member of the School of American Ballet, you will ensure that the most talented ballet students in the nation have access to the highest level of training, needed scholarship support, state-of-the-art facilities, and unparalleled student services.

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BEHIND THE SCENES AT SAB

Recapping our First Alumni Homecoming Week

The SAB community is truly something special, and we were thrilled to build on those vital connections with a brand-new initiative! In an effort to allow our alumni to engage in new ways while still building on beloved traditions, we hosted our first-ever Alumni Homecoming Week, and it was a spectacular success!

SAB Traditions – Halloween Classes in Costume

We spoke to a few of our C1 level dancers about the significance of Halloween traditions at the School and why they think it has such a lasting impact for our community. Several have been training at the School since they were small children and they’ve had several years experiencing SAB’s special spin on Halloween, but for one student, this will be her first year spending this spooky holiday at the School.

What’s in a Workshop? Recapping our 2025 Performances

Every year, as we reflect on our annual Workshop Performances, we find ourselves marveling at the accomplishments of our students, the camaraderie of our Capstone class, and the brilliance of our alumni. Read our recap of this year’s performances…

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Learning how to partner is a vital part of our students` training. It requires a willingness to trust one another and work as a team. Beyond that, it takes patience, determination, strength, and focus to reach the level of being able to partner with confidence and grace. It fills us with pride to see how our students bring all those attributes and more to their weekly adagio classes!

#SchoolofAmericanBallet #SABWinterTerm #ballet #pointe #dance #SABStudioLife #pointeshoes

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Learning how to partner is a vital part of our students' training. It requires a willingness to trust one another and work as a team. Beyond that, it takes patience, determination, strength, and focus to reach the level of being able to partner with confidence and grace. It fills us with pride to see how our students bring all those attributes and more to their weekly adagio classes! #SchoolofAmericanBallet #SABWinterTerm #ballet #pointe #dance #SABStudioLife #pointeshoes

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Have you registered for an upcoming SAB summer program audition yet? Don`t miss your chance to spend this summer training with our renowned faculty at our state-of-the-art facility at Lincoln Center. Visit our website to view the full schedule of auditions taking place in January 2026. #LinkInBio

We can`t wait to see you on tour!

#SABSummer2026 #SchoolofAmericanBallet #ballet #balletschool #dance #SABSummer #summerdance #dancecamp #summercamp #summerballet #balletcamp #Auditions #SABAuditions

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Have you registered for an upcoming SAB summer program audition yet? Don't miss your chance to spend this summer training with our renowned faculty at our state-of-the-art facility at Lincoln Center. Visit our website to view the full schedule of auditions taking place in January 2026. #LinkInBio We can't wait to see you on tour! #SABSummer2026 #SchoolofAmericanBallet #ballet #balletschool #dance #SABSummer #summerdance #dancecamp #summercamp #summerballet #balletcamp #Auditions #SABAuditions

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Finishing out the week with a quick look #InsideSAB and our Intermediate Men`s technique class taught by faculty member and New York City Ballet principal dancer Tyler Angle. From pliés to petite allegro, watch to see our students` determination as they work to sharpen their technical precision and enhance their physicality. Happy Friday!

#SchoolofAmericanBallet #SABWinterTerm #ballet #boysballet #dance #SABStudioLife

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Finishing out the week with a quick look #InsideSAB and our Intermediate Men's technique class taught by faculty member and New York City Ballet principal dancer Tyler Angle. From pliés to petite allegro, watch to see our students' determination as they work to sharpen their technical precision and enhance their physicality. Happy Friday! #SchoolofAmericanBallet #SABWinterTerm #ballet #boysballet #dance #SABStudioLife

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We`ve expanded our schedule to include jumps and turns classes multiple times a week for our Advanced Men this year. Having dedicated time to work on these essential technical skills - while still keeping precision, musicality and artistry at the forefront of our training - is another way we`re helping our students soar!

Photo: Rosalie O’Connor Photography

📷: @rosalieoconnorphotography

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We've expanded our schedule to include jumps and turns classes multiple times a week for our Advanced Men this year. Having dedicated time to work on these essential technical skills - while still keeping precision, musicality and artistry at the forefront of our training - is another way we're helping our students soar! Photo: Rosalie O’Connor Photography 📷: @rosalieoconnorphotography

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Ever wonder what a typical day is like for an SAB Winter Term student? Watch as advanced student Sam shares a peek into his life at the School!

#DITL #SchoolofAmericanBallet #SABWinterTerm #ballet #boysdoballet #dance #SABStudioLife #NYCB #InsideSAB

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Ever wonder what a typical day is like for an SAB Winter Term student? Watch as advanced student Sam shares a peek into his life at the School! #DITL #SchoolofAmericanBallet #SABWinterTerm #ballet #boysdoballet #dance #SABStudioLife #NYCB #InsideSAB

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Our new Littlest Dancer program for 2-3 year olds is currently accepting registrations for our 2026 Spring Session! We offer both a class with a caregiver and one without, so you can select the option that works best for your little dancer! Space is limited; enroll today: #LinkInBio

#SABOpen #SchoolofAmericanBallet #SABLittlestDancers #ballet #balletclassesforkids # #babyballet #dance #kidsdanceclass #LittleDancers

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Our new Littlest Dancer program for 2-3 year olds is currently accepting registrations for our 2026 Spring Session! We offer both a class with a caregiver and one without, so you can select the option that works best for your little dancer! Space is limited; enroll today: #LinkInBio #SABOpen #SchoolofAmericanBallet #SABLittlestDancers #ballet #balletclassesforkids # #babyballet #dance #kidsdanceclass #LittleDancers