About Us

 

Winner of Indian Education Award 2019

Indian Academy of Russian Ballet – IARB was established on October 2, 2015 by Apeksha Bhattacharyya. IARB is affiliated to ARBTA Association of Russian Ballet & Theatre Arts in UK & accredited by Ofqual – The Office of Qualifications & Examinations Regulations & Gqal – Graded Qualifications Alliance UK. IARB is the recipient of the Indian Education Awards 2019 & has perfromed at multiple TED X events. IARB students have represented India & won awards at various international competitions & festivals in USA, London, Singapore, HongKong, Bangkok, Vienna, Greece, Russia & many more.

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Affiliations

IARB is affiliated to & accredited by the following globally recognized organizations for annual examinations. Our certifications are recognized world wide, following the UCAS point based system thus helpful in future educational pursues.

IARB Founder, Apeksha Bhattacharyya serves as one of the core managing committee members at ARBTA UK, representing Asia.

Our Trainers

Grades

Pre Ballet

Age 4.5 - 6: Preliminary Assessment
Age 7: Preliminary Examination

Junior Grades

Age 8: Grade 1 Age 9: Grade 2 Age 10: Grade 3

Secondary Grades

Age 11: Grade 4 | Age 12: Grade 5
Age 13: Grade 6 | Age 14: Grade 7
Age 15: Grade 8

Pointe Shoes

Only meant for secondary grades above age 11 years, with higher technical understanding, strong body & must go through prior screening / assessments for utmost safety.

Gymnastics

Introduced in all grades for better flexibility & strengthening.

Importants Notes

Above age categorization is an ideal scenario. Though we accept students of all age groups & suggest an appropriate grade keeping in mind past history in ballet alongside age groups.

Schedule

Chembur

GRADE 2/3

Age 9+

PRE BALLET / GRADE 1

Age 4.5 – 8

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Thane

GRADE 2/3

Age 9+

PRE BALLET / GRADE 1

Age 4.5 – 8

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Thane

GRADE 2/3

Age 9+

PRE BALLET / GRADE 1

Age 4.5 – 8

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Chembur

GRADE 2/3

Age 9+

PRE BALLET / GRADE 1

Age 4.5 – 8

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Andheri

GRADE 2/3

Age 9+

PRE BALLET / GRADE 1

Age 4.5 – 8

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Malad

PRE BALLET / GRADE 1

Age 4.5-8

Age 11+

Age 11+

Age 9+

Powai

GRADE 2/3

Age 9+

PRE BALLET / GRADE 1

Age 4.5-8

GRADE 4/5/6

Age 11+

POINTE SHOES

Age 11+

Andheri

GRADE 2/3

Age 9+

PRE BALLET / GRADE 1

Age 4.5 – 8

Cardio

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Malad

PRE BALLET / GRADE 1

Age 4.5-8

Age 11+

Age 11+

Age 9+

Powai

GRADE 2/3

Age 9+

PRE BALLET / GRADE 1

Age 4.5-8

GRADE 4/5/6

Age 11+

POINTE SHOES

Age 11+

Yearly Planner

Month Task Stages
June
Lessons in Ballet, due to monsoon some classes may switch online
Difficult month
July
Lessons in Ballet, due to monsoon some classes may switch online
Difficult month
Aug
Once a week ballet, once a week gymnastics & flexibility
Regular
Sept
Once a week ballet, once a week gymnastics & flexibility
Regular
Oct
Once a week ballet, once a week gymnastics & flexibility
Regular
Nov
Lessons in Ballet, due to Diwali some classes may switch online
Difficult month
Dec
Lessons in Ballet, due to Winter break some classes may switch online
Difficult month
Jan
Once a week ballet, once a week gymnastics & flexibility
Regular
Feb
Once a week ballet, once a week gymnastics & flexibility
Regular
Mar
Twice a week ballet
Exam prep
Apr
Twice a week ballet. Final exams
Exam month
May
Summer classes tentative
Break

Locations

BANNER (1)

Malad

Vibe Studio, 111, Sunrise Tower CHS Ltd., Rani Sati Road, Near Passport Seva Kendra, Malad East

PGW02290

Thane

Soule, The Studio, Amprapali market, Vasant Vihar.

BANNER (1)

Powai

Gopal Sharma School, 5th floor, Powai Vihar

PGW02290

Chembur

Phoenix Dance studio, next to Cafe Coffee Day, Premalaya bldg, Deonar

BANNER (1)

Andheri

Arpita Step Up, 511, 5th Floor, E Square Complex, 
Subhash Rd, Above State Bank of India, 
Vile Parle East
PGW02290

Online Zoom

On request

Fees & Planner

Grades Fees
One class fees - 60mins
(Offline / Online)
INR 700
Monthly 8 classes – Pre
Ballet-Grade 3 (60 mins)
INR 4800
Monthly 8 classes – Grade
4-8 (105 mins)
INR 7600
Monthly 8 online – All grades
(60 mins)
INR 3600
Other Fees
Personal class (60 mins)
online / offline
INR 2000
Competition training (60 mins) 8 classes
INR 10,000
Pre test + Theory paper (November)
INR 2000
Final Exams (April) as per ARBTA guidelines
Planner Month
Academic year begins
June
Monsoon months
June & July
Observation months
Sept, Jan, Apr
Pre test & Theory exam
Nov OR Dec
Diwali month
November
Winter month
December
Final exams
Apri
Summer break
May

Payment Details

Pre Ballet, Grade 1 - 3

Account name: Indian Ballet Boutique
Account number: 002605501012
IFSC code: ICIC0000026
Account type: Current
Bank name: ICICI Bank, Kailash Plaza, Ghatkopar
E Gpay UPI code: apeksha.b1203@okicici

Grade 4 - 6

Account name: IARB Dance Foundation
Account number: 623901270213
IFSC code: ICIC0006239
Account type: Current
Bank name: ICICI Bank, Sandu park, Chembur
Bank UPI code: iarb@icici

  • For payment related to trials, exams, competitions, personal classes, etc kindly check with the academy
  • Fee transfers must bear STUDENT’S NAME as remark & transaction details must be shared
  • Fees paid cannot be requested for refund / carry forward
  • Please note, we avoid cash transactions

IARB Uniform

Where to Buy


IARB Uniforms are available at the Dance Bible website. Kindly visit the ARB Academy page at the website, and purchase our uniform with customised IARB logo.

What to Buy


IARB uniforms set includes leotard with IARB logo, a pair of stockings & soft ballet shoes. Pointe shoes for advanced students can only be taught after prior discussions with teacher.

Color Codes


Pre Ballet – French Pink leotard & separate mesh skirt, light pink stockings Grade 1 – Peach leotard & white stockings. Grade 2/3 – Hot pink leotard & white stockings. Grade 4/5 – Wine leotard & skin stockings Grade 6/7 – Prussian Blue & skin stockings

Information - Admission

Admission Process


  • Check appropriate grade & location
  • Fill registration form
  • Pay Fees
  • Purchase ballet uniform

GIBC Competition


Participate in India’s largest ballet competition, GIBC organized by IBB . Our teachers prepare & train eligible student.

Stage Performance

Participate in our upcoming ballet shows. Here’s your chance to perform at large scale events.

Testimonials

Shraddha Ritesh Garatikar Parent

I am extremely pleased with my daughter's experience at IARB. Apeksha is highly skilled and teaches ballet in a technical way that is both challenging and rewarding for the students. She always takes the time to teach everything in detail, leaving no stone unturned. I highly recommend IARB to anyone who is looking for a high-quality ballet education for their child.

Sandhya Anand Parent

My daughter Sneha joined IARB in January 2020. It has been 3 years and we can see distinct improvement in the technique and confidence in her. Ms. Apeksha Bhattacharya is very organized, dedicated and focused. She pays very closed attention to each and every child to make sure hat they are doing the steps correctly and to prevent injuries.

Kalpana Bhatwadekar Parent

Firstly, we were amazed by the talent and expertise of our teacher, and Apeksha Bhattacharya. She is incredibly skilled at teaching the technical aspects of ballet to her students, while pushing them to explore creativity and expressiveness. Overall, I found this ballet dance class to be a fantastic experience for my child, and I cannot recommend it enough. Whether you are a beginner or seasoned dancer, this class is sure to elevate your skills and ignite your passion for dance.

Shraddha Ritesh Garatikar Parent

I am extremely pleased with my daughter's experience at IARB. Apeksha is highly skilled and teaches ballet in a technical way that is both challenging and rewarding for the students. She always takes the time to teach everything in detail, leaving no stone unturned. I highly recommend IARB to anyone who is looking for a high-quality ballet education for their child.

Sandhya Anand Parent

My daughter Sneha joined IARB in January 2020. It has been 3 years and we can see distinct improvement in the technique and confidence in her. Ms. Apeksha Bhattacharya is very organized, dedicated and focused. She pays very closed attention to each and every child to make sure hat they are doing the steps correctly and to prevent injuries.

Kalpana Bhatwadekar Parent

Firstly, we were amazed by the talent and expertise of our teacher, and Apeksha Bhattacharya. She is incredibly skilled at teaching the technical aspects of ballet to her students, while pushing them to explore creativity and expressiveness. Overall, I found this ballet dance class to be a fantastic experience for my child, and I cannot recommend it enough. Whether you are a beginner or seasoned dancer, this class is sure to elevate your skills and ignite your passion for dance.

FAQ's

IARB aims to provide a wholesome training of classical ballet under the Russian Vaganova method. Our classes are placed twice a week, of which we aim at one class at technical ballet & theoretical study, whilst the second class of the week at body conditioning, gymnastics & flexibility. Closer to final exam dates, our classes are fully indulged in the examination syllabus.

No, not compulsory. Although we recommend them in order to showcase their learnings across the annual year. and receive an internationally recognized certificate.

Yes, they must be purchased from The Dance Bible website with customized IARB logo. Wearing uniforms maintain a decorum in the study.
Each month we offer 2 cover up classes. One can either visit any other center other than their home center to attend in an extra class OR attend online whilst we teach.
No, fees once paid are not refundable OR carry forwarded. Incase of a genuine / critical medical case, student can request the academy for help as and how the academy deems. If a student, chooses to discontinue whilst in the middle of the academic year after paying fees, IARB is not responsible in granting a refund for the same.
Every academic year, we face difficult months wherein the student count lessens. For example, during monsoons in June & July, Diwali in October or November & Christmas in December. In such cases, if a batch has less students, we shift to online teaching for that period of time. Or request students to attend another center where the student count is stable.
Please carry a yoga mat, exercise thera band, ballet book & a bottle of water.
No, we do not allow parents / outsiders during the teaching of class in order to maintain discipline, decorum & lack of distraction.
During exam times, parents can keep a track through their marksheets & report cards. We also organise observation classes a few times in order to see your child in action druing class. We always encourage parents to stay in frequent touch with teachers who can guide you about the child's progress & recommend homework.
Learning physically is always the best option especially when in performing arts. Although we recommend in opting for online during travels, sick leaves, etc. in order to not miss the class.

Contact Us

+91-9987653453

5th floor, Dance Studio, Gopal Sharma Memorial School, Powai Vihar Rd, MHADA Colony 20, Powai, Mumbai, 400076

enquiry.iarb@gmail.com

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