A structured classical education
Ashkenazy Ballet Center is an ABT Affiliate School. Teaching follows the American Ballet Theatre National Training Curriculum, a progressive framework for classical technique and dancer development.
Lugano — Ticino — Switzerland
ASHKENAZYBALLET CENTER
Ballet school in Lugano — classical ballet, training and pathways for every level.
01 / The school
A classical foundation.
An individual expression.
In the heart of Lugano, Ashkenazy Ballet Center brings together classical technique, artistic development and close attention to each dancer. Under the direction of Alessandra Ashkenazy, our teaching draws on professional stage experience and the American Ballet Theatre National Training Curriculum — from the first introduction to dance to advanced, pre-professional study.
Ashkenazy Ballet Center is a dance school in Lugano, at Via Trevano 29. Children, teens and adults study classical ballet here, alongside contemporary dance, Modern, Street Jazz and Pilates — from Danza Gioco and the Primary levels to advanced, pre-professional training.
Our school & approachTeaching standards & professional recognition
Professional teaching recognition
Alessandra Ashkenazy is listed in the Danse Suisse professional register for dance teaching. Her work at the school spans early classical training and advanced study.
Technique, repertoire, artistry
From first stages to advanced and pre-professional study, with pointe work, repertoire, conditioning and performance preparation.
Intensives & masterclasses
Summer workshops and visiting masterclasses in Lugano create opportunities for concentrated study and artistic exchange.
Ticino Summer IntensiveABT NTC certification relates to teacher training. Ashkenazy Ballet Center is not owned by, nor an official branch of, American Ballet Theatre.
2026 / 2027
Timetable, fees & registration.
02 / Our programs
A place for your potential.
03 / The approach
Precision in technique.
Freedom in artistry.
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Classical foundations
Intensive ballet fundamentals, stretching and progressive pointe work.
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Artistic development
Repertoire, improvisation, mime and stage projection.
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Training with purpose
Advanced classical ballet, repertoire and Pilates, as listed in the published timetable.
Artistic directionDirector · Teacher · Classical artist
Alessandra
Ashkenazy
Professional stage experience. A lifetime devoted to teaching the art of ballet.
Alessandra Ashkenazy’s life in classical ballet began in Florence, followed by study at the Académie de Danse Classique Princesse Grace in Monte Carlo, the John Cranko Ballet School in Stuttgart and the Royal Academy of Flanders in Antwerp. Her professional career includes Carla Fracci’s Compagnia Italiana di Balletto, Arena di Verona, Deutsche Oper Berlin and Bonn Opera. As director of Ashkenazy Ballet Center, she brings that stage experience to the development of each dancer, from early training to advanced study.
ABT NTC · FellowDanse Suisse
Artistic direction & the schoolFocused study · Lugano
Ticino Summer Intensive
Summer training and international artistic exchange extend the school’s work beyond the annual curriculum. Each edition has its own faculty and program.
Masterclasses & events
Questions
Dance school in Lugano: questions.
Where is the dance school in Lugano?
Ashkenazy Ballet Center is at Via Trevano 29, 6900 Lugano (Ticino, Switzerland). You can reach the school on +41 78 878 54 67 or +41 91 600 97 73, or at info@ashkenazyballet.com.
Who can attend?
Children, teens and adults. The 2026/2027 timetable includes Danza Gioco and the Primary levels, classical levels through to Avanzato and Selezione, and adult classes such as Classico adulti (Friday 20:00–21:00) and Pilates Adulti.
Is there a trial class, and how do I enrol?
New students may take one trial per course; the teacher assesses the appropriate level, and the trial is free only if the student does not continue. Technical dancewear is required. Enrolment uses the official 2026/2027 registration form.
Which disciplines are offered?
Classical ballet with pointe work and repertoire, Danza Gioco, contemporary dance, Modern, Street Jazz, Pilates and piano lessons, as listed in the official timetable and tariffs.
What distinguishes the classical training?
Ashkenazy Ballet Center is an ABT Affiliate School. Teaching draws on the American Ballet Theatre National Training Curriculum, with ABT NTC-certified teachers, under the artistic direction of Alessandra Ashkenazy, whose background is a professional career in classical ballet.
06 / Your next step
Let’s find your place.
Speak with the school about your experience and the course you are interested in. For new students, a trial class allows the teacher to assess the appropriate level.
One trial per course is available to new students. It is free only if you decide not to continue. Please contact us to arrange your visit and discuss clothing requirements.