Methods
There are several classical ballet training methods (or schools), each designed to produce a unique aesthetic quality from its students. Several of the training methods are named after their creators. For example, two prevailing systems from Russia are the Vaganova method (created by Agrippina Vaganova) and the Legat Method (by Nikolai Legat). The Cecchetti method is named after Italian dancer Enrico Cecchetti. Another training method was developed by and named after August Bournonville; this is taught primarily in Denmark.
| Ballet style | Training method | Method creator |
|---|---|---|
| French ballet | Paris Opera Ballet School | |
| Danish ballet | Bournonville School | August Bournonville |
| Italian ballet | Cecchetti method | Enrico Cecchetti |
| Russian ballet | Vaganova method
Legat Method |
Agrippina Vaganova
Nikolai Legat |
| English ballet | Royal Academy of Dance
Royal Ballet School |
|
| American ballet
(Balanchine method) |
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