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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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

New SAB Alumni Share their Memories

Meet the SAB Capstone class of 2023 and see some of them reflect on their time at the School.

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.

75 Years of New York City Ballet

Celebrate the Company and all our SAB alumni as they dance in this milestone season.

2023 Workshop Performances Photo Gallery

See highlights from this year’s Workshop Performances!

BEHIND THE SCENES AT SAB

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We’re kicking off October with a look #InsideSAB and our Advanced Men’s class looking strong in a center tendu combination taught by Mr. Scordato. 
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Today we're reminiscing about our wonderful 2023 Summer Course and missing all the passionate, young dancers from around the world who spent an incredible 5 weeks training at SAB! With an expanded curriculum and endless activities around New York City, summer at SAB was truly a season to remember! Take a look at our recent blog post for a photo recap of this year’s Summer Course: #LinkInBio ⁣
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Sign up for the SAB email newsletter today and you'll be automatically granted access to watch a live stream of a full morning of our advanced-level ballet classes this Friday (Sept. 29.)⁣
Watch as students train with our renowned faculty and get a taste of this special perk usually reserved only for our SAB Members! 

Sign up and you will be sent the viewing link and more details before the live stream begins: #LinkInBio 

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An exciting element of the SAB Summer Course is the Summer Choreography Workshop. In this two-week workshop, emerging professional choreographers are invited to create brand new, short-form ballets on the most advanced dancers at the Summer Course, which are then performed at the end of the program in SAB’s studios. ⁣
We spoke to this year's choreographers - SAB Alumni Christina Ghiardi and Houston Thomas - about what drew them to the program this year and how working with the SAB students impacted their work. Head over to the SAB blog to read what they had to share about the experience: #LinkInBio

📷: @houdidit_ & @wvballetdancer by @rosalieoconnorphotography #SchoolofAmericanBallet 

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Ready to take your place at the barre? Join us on Saturday, September 30 for an introductory ballet class taught by SAB faculty, followed by a reception with your fellow classmates! This special event - open only to adults ages 21 to 35 - is $25 or free for our First Position Members. ⁣
Snag your space: #LinkInBio 
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Happy Friday! This is the perfect time of year to set new intentions and goals for your ballet training. We’ve cobbled together a few tips and philosophies to help you have a productive and enjoyable year regardless of what studio or school you attend. Check it out: #LinkInBio⁣
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Become an SAB member today! Make a one-time donation or monthly donation as low as $9 per month to support our students’ training! #LinkInBio 
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It’s the ideal time to become an SAB Member - join now and you’ll be able to enjoy all the fabulous membership perks throughout the year, such as our holiday open houses, invites to observe classes and rehearsals, special member events, and so much more!
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And the best part? SAB Members play a crucial role in enabling young artists to pursue their lifelong dreams.
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By becoming a Member of the School of American Ballet, you will ensure that the most talented ballet students in the nation and throughout the world have access to the highest level of training, needed scholarship support, state-of-the-art facilities, and unparalleled student services. 
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#SchoolofAmericanBallet #SABWinterTerm #ballet #pointe #dance #SABStudioLife