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Ballet with Eliza S. T.

Santa Monica, California

5.0
(10)
Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
All ages
Speaks French, French
Teaching since 2007
BA in French

    About Eliza S. T.

    5.0
    (10)
    Eliza S. Tollett, native of Massachusetts, is a professional ballet dancer and experienced ballet teacher recently relocated to Los Angeles from New York City. Eliza has over ten years of teaching experience and is the founder and owner of The Ballet Spot, a ballet fitness studio, which originated in NYC and is now also in LA. The Ballet Spot is where zero judgment dancing meets ballet excellence. While in NYC, Eliza was an instructor at several prestigious schools in the greater New York area, including New York University, Greenwich House Music School, New England Academy of Dance, Brooklyn Ballet, and Ballet School of Stamford. She holds a BFA in Dance from NYU Tisch School of the Arts, and she is an ABT® National Training Curriculum Certified Teacher in Pre-Primary through Level 5. Now in LA, in addition to continuing to teach children and adults of all ages and levels, Eliza is is thrilled to continue her performance career, working with Anaheim Ballet, C. Eule Dance, and DagDag Dance. While in NYC, Eliza performed professionally with both classical and contemporary companies including Eglevsky Ballet, Thomas/Ortiz Dance, New York Theatre Ballet, Brooklyn Ballet, American Ballet Theatre, Armitage Gone! Dance, Cherylyn Lavagnino Dance, and Buggé Ballet. Prior to moving to New York, Eliza was a dancer with Richmond Ballet and North Carolina Dance Theatre.

    Instructor details

    Location:
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    Lincoln Blvd

    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    8 AM-9 PM
    Tuesday
    7 AM-5 PM
    7 PM-9 PM
    Wednesday
    12 PM-1:30 PM
    3 PM-9 PM
    Thursday
    8 AM-5 PM
    7 PM-9 PM
    Friday
    8 AM-6 PM
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    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $55
    60 minutes
    $110
    90 minutes
    $165
    120 minutes
    $220
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    5.0
    10 Reviews
    Annina
    Teacher's studio
    I was working with Eliza on an art project that included two performances based on dance. I am very thankful for having ben able to work with Eliza. She is not just an amazing teacher in detail and techniques but also a wonderful and generous human being!
    Posted Oct 8, 2018
    Kimberly
    Teacher's studio
    Not only is Eliza a certified teacher, but she is very insightful and genuinely cares about your goals. She has given great tips and suggestions to help me improve both in and out of her class. Since I started taking lessons with her about 5 months ago, I've seen a lot of improvement. She makes sure that you work hard every single class and she doesn't let you get away with not doing your best. Also, she has been working with me on fixing the bad habits I never knew I had before she pointed them out. Moreover, she is very observant and tailors each class to work on the things she sees you struggling with, even if you don't realize it yourself that you are having trouble. Eliza has taught me so much and I'm sure that anyone would benefit from taking her class.
    Posted Jun 30, 2017
    Diane
    Teacher's studio
    Love her!!! Eliza's very hands on and she gives a lot of food for thought. You'll surely learn a lot from her
    Posted Feb 19, 2017

    Experience

    Ballet Dancer

    Sep, 2018 - Present

    Eglevsky Ballet

    Performed soloist and ensemble roles in various professional ballet productions including, The Nutcracker and The Red Shoes

    Ballet Faculty

    Sep, 2017 - Jun, 2018

    New England Academy of Dance

    Ballet instructor for Pre-Ballet through Intermediate students ages 3 to 10. Responsible for preparing the students for a pre-professional ballet curriculum

    Founder & Owner

    Sep, 2017 - Present

    The Ballet Spot

    Founder and Owner of The Ballet Spot, a New York City adult ballet fitness studio, where zero judgment dancing meets ballet excellence. Eliza created a unique curriculum which makes the fitness and fun of ballet attainable for everyone! All classes are instructed by currently working professional ballet dancers. The Ballet Spot has more than 10 classes per week at 3 locations in NYC, and 9 classes each week in two locations in Santa Monica, CA. Please visit www.theballetspot.com for more information.

    Ballet Dancer

    Sep, 2016 - Aug, 2018

    Brooklyn Ballet

    Performed soloist and ensemble roles in The Brooklyn Nutcracker, including soloist flower, marzipan, and snowflake Original cast member for the premier performance of The Brooklyn Nutcracker at the Brooklyn Museum

    Ballet Teaching and Audition Assistant

    Apr, 2016 - Dec, 2018

    Ballet Tech Foundation

    Organized and managed 3 auditions per week at New York City public schools to find children for the full time program Responsible for supporting Ballet Tech’s curriculum as an Assistant Teacher for the weekly Introduction Level ballet class

    Dancer

    Oct, 2015 - Present

    Thomas/Ortiz Dance

    Performed soloist roles in contemporary ballet works choreographed by Ted Thomas and Frances Ortiz. Performed at venues in NYC and on tour, including Dixon Place, Battery Park Dance Festival, and the New Canaan Library

    Ballet Faculty

    Sep, 2015 - Jan, 2017

    The Ballet School of Stamford

    Designed and taught a curriculum to strengthen and prepare 6 classes of children ages 3 to 9 for classical ballet training Teacher of a consistent weekly open class geared toward the adult beginner to intermediate dancer Taught 8 classes per week of ballet, variations, modern, composition, and bodywork to Summer Intensive Students ages 8 to 18

    Dance Teacher

    Jul, 2015 - Jul, 2015

    Hunter Elementary School Summer Camp

    Taught dance and creative movement to children ages 6 to 11 Worked with the students to create a dance to tell the Myth of Europa and Cadmus, which was performed for parents and faculty

    Ballet Dancer

    May, 2015 - May, 2016

    New York Theatre Ballet

    Performed works by Agnes de Mille, Jerome Robbins, Donald Mahler, and Keith Michaels. Performed soloist roles in NYC and on tour in "The Nutcracker" and "Cinderella"

    Character Dancer and Actor

    May, 2015 - Jun, 2015

    American Ballet Theatre

    Selected to join the cast of Alexei Ratmansky’s world premiere production of Sleeping Beauty Performed various character roles in ABT’s 75th Anniversary season at the Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center

    Education and Training Intern

    Jan, 2015 - May, 2015

    American Ballet Theatre JKO School

    Completed the ABT ® Teacher Training Curriculum in levels Pre-Primary through Level 3 Assistant teacher for ballet classes in ABT ® Certified Training Curriculum and rehearsal assistant for dancers ages 3 to 8 Provided administrative support for JKO’s Education office, as well as for ABT in preparation for their 75th Anniversary Gala celebration

    Artisan Dance Company

    Oct, 2014 - Dec, 2014

    Principal Dancer

    Performed principal roles in The Nutcracker, including Sugar Plum Fairy and Snow Queen, at Sugar Loaf Performing Arts Center in Orange County, NY.

    Assistant Teacher Primary Division

    Sep, 2014 - May, 2015

    American Ballet Theatre JKO School

    Assistant Ballet teacher and choreographer for the Primary Division at the pre-professional school associated with American Ballet Theatre. Taught ABT"s National Training Curriculum to dancers ages 3-8.

    Soloist Contemporary Ballet Dancer

    Jun, 2014 - May, 2015

    Brooklyn Contemporary Ballet Collective

    Soloist dancer in contemporary ballet works created in collaboration with Artistic Director, Melissa Padham

    Soloist Contemporary Ballet Dancer

    Oct, 2013 - May, 2016

    Cherylyn Lavagnino Dance

    Performed soloist roles in contemporary ballet works by Cherylyn Lavagnino, Chair of the NYU Tisch School of the Arts Dance Department.

    Ballet Instructor

    Nov, 2012 - Present

    Privately Employed

    Teacher of absolute beginner to advanced ballet and classical variations and pointe for 7 clients per week, both children and adults. Tailored class syllabus to suit each individual client’s needs in order to maximize technical and artistic progression

    Teaching Artist

    Sep, 2012 - Feb, 2013

    New York City Dance Arts

    Intermediate and beginning ballet teacher for teens and adults in a classroom setting. Daily class preparation to progress students through a syllabus, as well as administrative responsibilities for the company

    Apprentice Dancer

    Jul, 2010 - May, 2011

    Richmond Ballet

    Performed works by George Balanchine, Stoner Winslett, and Malcolm Burn, among others Danced soloist role in The Nutcracker, set by Stoner Winslett, reviewed by Alastair Macaulay for the New York Times

    Apprentice Dancer

    Aug, 2009 - May, 2010

    North Carolina Dance Theater

    Performed works by George Balanchine, Jean-Pierre Bonnefoux, Dwight Rhoden and others

    Dance Critic and Administrative Intern

    Nov, 2008 - Jun, 2013

    Eye on the Arts

    Reviewed dance and theater performances to be published in the online journal Administrative and organizational responsibilities at this non-profit organization Worked closely with director Celia Ipiotis to archive the extensive collection of performance arts materials to submit to the Library of Congress

    Teacher and Choreographer

    Aug, 2007 - Aug, 2007

    Walnut Hill Youth Summer Dance

    Ballet teacher for dancers ages 10 to 13 Choreographed and taught an original ballet piece for a group of intermediate students for the end of program performance

    Education

    BA in French

    Sep, 2011 - May, 2014

    New York University College of Arts and Sciences

    BFA in Dance

    Sep, 2011 - May, 2014

    New York University Tisch School of the Arts

    Certifications

    BFA in Dance

    May, 2014

    New York University Tisch School of the Arts

    Undergraduate degree in dance performance and composition. Graduated with a 4.0 GPA

    ABT ® National Training Curriculum

    Aug, 2015

    American Ballet Theatre

    ABT ® National Training Curriculum Certified Teacher in Pre-Primary through Level 3

    BA in French

    May, 2014

    New York University

    Awards

    Book Award

    May, 2013

    New York University French Department

    Prix d'Excellence

    May, 2014

    New York University French Department

    Dean's Honor List

    May, 2014

    New York University

    Affiliations

    American Ballet Theatre

    Sep, 2014

    ABT isn’t just a company. It’s a collaboration. Dedicated, passionate people who come together to make sure that our commitment to the best in dance and movement is upheld, and available to all who seek it out. From our staff, artists and Board of Trustees to our many volunteers, the ABT family works tirelessly to ensure that we stay true to our unique vision of live performance.

    Languages

    French

    Professional Proficiency

    French

    Native Proficiency

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