Eugene Ballet Academy

Eugene Ballet Academy offers classes from age three to adult. Training includes Classical Ballet Technique, Pointe, Variations, Jazz, Modern, Contemporary, Tap, Hip Hop, Acro, and Conditioning, along with Open Dance, Adult Ballet, Pre-Classes, the Open Dance Program, the Adult Program, and the Professional Program.

Programs

• Classes — from age three to adult · Foundational and open-level classes for all ages, including Open Dance and Adult Ballet.
• Programs — Structured training paths for dedicated dancers, offering progressive levels, performance opportunities, and focused development in ballet and contemporary technique.
• Open Dance Program
• Adult Program
• Professional Program
• EBY Touring — A performing program of Eugene Ballet Youth.
• EBY Classical — A performing program of Eugene Ballet Youth.
• Student Trainee/Aspirant Program — Supports the development of advanced students interested in pursuing a future in professional dance.
• Aspirants
• Summer Intensive
• Pre-Classes
• Adult Ballet

At a glance

• Ages: 3–18 years old

About the provider

Founded in 1959, Eugene Ballet Academy is led by Sara Lombardi, Academy Director; Jennifer Martin, Academy Administrator; Barbara Lombardi, Operations Manager; and Elaine Lewis, Receptionist. The academy states a mission to provide dance education that nurtures a lifelong appreciation of the arts, and it describes itself as a premiere youth arts program. Students take part in an annual year-end production at the Hult Center, and Eugene Ballet casts Academy students in many of its professional productions.

Training is offered in Classical Ballet Technique, Pointe, Variations, Jazz, Modern, Contemporary, Tap, Hip Hop, Acro and Conditioning classes. Ballet training incorporates both English (Royal Academy of Dance) and Russian (Vaganova) influence. Academy students may audition for Nutcracker as well as other ballets in the repertory of Eugene Ballet Company.

What families say

“The dancing, acting, and live orchestra were incredible. Our whole group left loving the show and ready for more.” — Patron Google review

“I definitely recommend Eugene Ballet. It’s something worth experiencing.” — Audience member Google review

“Nothing beats the music, costumes, and choreography.” — Returning audience member

Last updated September 8, 2026.