Performing in New York

08/31/2024

08/23/2024

An overview of the trainee program🩰✨
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The Ajkun Ballet Theatre’s trainee program offers an immersive experience for aspiring dancers, providing them with intensive training, performance opportunities, and professional development within a professional ballet company setting. Designed for serious students aiming to advance their skills and careers, the program also supports international participants by offering H-3 visas, allowing them to train and perform in the United States. This program serves as a vital stepping stone for dancers seeking to transition into professional ballet careers🤍
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For more information on our programs, visit www.ajkunbt.org
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08/14/2024

It’s the final week of Performing in New York (PINY) 🩰✨
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In just four weeks, our wonderful participants have made remarkable progress. This intensive training style allows each dancer to quickly learn and apply corrections, to then take home and continue to work on their goals. Participants in our programs not only gain valuable insights from technique classes but also acquire a wealth of industry knowledge and the essential tools for success!💗
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For more information on our programs, visit www.ajkunbt.org
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07/12/2024

Apply for Ajkun Ballet Theatre’s Junior Artist program!🩰
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Our full time trainee program is a 2 year program based in New York City for dancers age 16+. Training in the Ajkun Methodology and considered for employment. H3 visa for international participants.

We are located in 129 W 56th St, New York, NY 10019

Audition by video is currently accepted. Please visit https://www.ajkunbt.org/audition-form to apply!

06/29/2024

Cultural Diversities of the Ajkun Ballet School🌎
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The Ajkun Ballet School is the home of young dancers from all over the globe who have the same dream to develop their technique and artistry. Much like the company, the trainee program is diverse in cultures and nationalities.
Our Junior Artists have come from different countries such as Italy, Portugal, Albania, South Korea, Japan, Australia and United Kingdom to name a few. Many of our trainees travel far and wide to New York City to advance from the most sought after ballet training provided by Dr. Chiara Ajkun🩰✨
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For more information on our programs, visit ajkunbt.org
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06/19/2024

Are you passionate about dance but unsure how to kick start your career?🩰
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Ajkun Ballet Theatre’s full-time trainee program is the perfect place for you. Designed as an ideal stepping stone for ballet students and recent graduates, our program focuses on honing ballet technique and building strength. Additionally, we provide valuable lessons on workplace etiquette and injury prevention, equipping you with the skills needed for a professional career in dance.🤍✨
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Currently accepting video auditions only, visit ajkunbt.org
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06/14/2024

Here are some words from Junior Artist Bianka Skenderi describing how the Ajkun Method has improved her skills🩰
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“I am deeply thankful for the Ajkun Methodology and the wonderful training provided by Dr. Chiara Ajkun.
After 8 months of training, I feel much stronger and more confident in my dancing. This training has helped me build self trust, increase strength, and improve control over my movements and energy. By applying this method over time, I’ve noticed positive changes in both my physical health and mindset. I have gradually adapted to the increased difficulty in training by applying the correct alignment over muscle power.
Listening to and respecting my body has been a key part of this journey. I appreciate the professionalism and collaborative spirit of the training. It has been a wonderful experience!”🤍✨

06/12/2024

Submit your video audition!🩰 Visit ajkunbt.org/audition
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Audition – Ballet Trainee Program in New York: “Training with Chiara Ajkun is life changing. Chiara’ s knowledge, artistry and outstanding leadership has no comparison in today’s ballet world and attracts the most brilliant talents of the Globe.” The Ballet World - Grace Ann Whitman.
The Ajkun Ballet Theatre’s Trainee Program is designed for dancers aged 16 + to learn the Ajkun Methodology and become employed. Public and Government Funding cover a portion of the cost. Two years H-3 visa for International participants. Audition by video is currently accepted.
Questions? [email protected]

06/04/2024

Behind the scenes shots from Tango Nights rehearsal!💃🏼
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Our Junior Artists are encouraged to rehearse soloist roles in both classical repertoire and Chiara Ajkun’s original choreographies. A highlight of preparing for an original production is the opportunity for our trainees to be fully immersed in the creative process. This incredible and rare experience is essential for young dancers’ development🩰💕
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For more information on our programs, visit ajkunbt.org
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04/19/2024

Happy Birthday to our beautiful and hard working Junior Artist, Elisa Molinari🥳🎉

What a pleasure it has been to watch you grow as an artist and a person. We can’t wait to see you continue to flourish at the Ajkun Ballet School!!🤍

04/10/2024

Two wonderful dancers from Japan🇯🇵❤️
The Ajkun Ballet School is very much integrated with the professional company, fostering a tight-knit community of dancers from diverse cultural backgrounds. We embrace and celebrate our different cultures, making diversity a cornerstone of our ethos✨
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For more information on our programs, visit ajkunbt.org
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04/05/2024

Join us for a transformative 4-week experience in NYC this summer!💛 Performing In New York (PINY) is an intensive ballet training program culminating in captivating performances. It’s a one of a kind opportunity to showcase your talents in the epicenter of American theatre!🎭🩰
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If you haven’t yet, head to our website and fill in the application form- https://www.ajkunbt.org/performing-in-new-york
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04/03/2024

Here we see Tomás Martinelli, one of our talented Junior Artists, practicing his partnering technique💪 At the Ajkun Ballet School, all trainees are encouraged to practice leading roles in classical repertoire, with ‘Pas de deux’ being a crucial skill in ballet. In this session, Tomás is refining his presage lift🤍✨
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For more information on our programs, visit ajkunbt.org
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03/01/2024

More about the Trainee Program🩰
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The trainee program, limited to 10 spots, offers an intimate training setting. We find that keeping the program small ensures individual attention for each dancer’s development. Its popularity and competitiveness draw thousands of applicants across the globe. Many of our alumni have since been employed by ballet companies worldwide, highlighting the program’s effectiveness in preparing dancers for careers in ballet🤍✨
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For more info on our Junior Artist and Full-time Trainee Programs, visit ajkunbt.org
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02/27/2024

In the upcoming term 2 of our trainee program, we’re eager to resume daily training in our beautiful Manhattan studios.🏙️🩰 Trainees have the unique privilege of learning the esteemed Ajkun Methodology directly from Dr. Ajkun and are fully integrated into the professional company – a distinctive and valuable aspect of our program.🩷
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For more information on our programs including the Trainee Program, Summer Intensive and Winter Festival, visit ajkunbt.org
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02/20/2024

More about the Junior Artist Trainee program🩰✨
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The Ajkun Ballet’s Trainee program serves as an ideal transition for recent ballet school graduates who are eager to put their foot in the door. It strikes a harmonious balance, delivering the expected training and attention of a school while also fostering artistic freedom and individuality within a professional ballet company setting🤍
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For more information on our programs, visit ajkunbt.org
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02/16/2024

Break a leg at the upcoming NYC open audition!🩰
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Explore year-round training with our sought after Full-Time Trainee program, embark on an intense 4-week journey in our Summer Intensive (PINY), and showcase your artistic freedom in the enchanting New York City during our Winter Intensive (NYWF). Unleash your potential and strive for a professional dance career with the Ajkun Methodology —join us for a dance experience like no other!🩷✨
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Can’t make it to the in-person audition? visit ajkunbt.org/audition to submit your video.
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02/08/2024

✨Attention New York!✨
Sign up to join us for the open audition in New York City on February 18th at 4pm, hosted at City Center Studios. Don’t miss the chance! If you can’t make it in person, submit your video audition through our provided form. Break a leg!🩰🍀

02/06/2024

what is technique class like?✨
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At the Ajkun Ballet School, daily training follows a meticulous structure. Barre begins with slow, fluid movements to gently awaken the body, gradually accelerating to build strength. Center combinations, characterized by their length and complexity, aim to enhance stamina while encouraging artistic exploration. This method offers a well-rounded and systematic approach to developing Junior Artists🩰🩷
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For more info on our programs, visit ajkunbt.org
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01/30/2024

✨More about our programs✨
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The full-time trainee program offers young dancers from diverse backgrounds a unique chance to immerse themselves in the Ajkun Methodology. Through daily training and rehearsals alongside Senior Artists, trainees gain professional experience to elevate their dance careers🩰
This summer, we are holding “Performing in New York” (PINY), a remarkable month long intensive that allows dancers to explore the dynamics of a company environment and be a part of unforgettable performance experiences🩷💕
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For more information on our programs, visit ajkunbt.org
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01/27/2024

🌏Visas for international dancers🌎
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At the Ajkun Ballet School we do not discriminate, we encourage dancers from different nationalities to audition for our trainee program. We offer the opportunity to full time Junior Artists to apply for the Trainee Visa, allowing foreign nationals to train in the United States!
Sign up to Audition now at https://www.ajkunbt.org/audition
We hope to see you there!!🩷
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For more info on our programs, visit ajkunbt.org
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01/19/2024

More about the Ajkun Method🩰✨
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The Ajkun Methodology created by Dr. Chiara Ajkun, is the pillar of the training at the Ajkun Ballet School. This method was invented and codified because of incredibly common cases of dance injuries throughout the industry. Dance injuries are sometimes incidental but are more commonly due to incorrect use of the muscles and incorrect placement. These faults lead to joint deterioration and permanent muscle/tendon damage. The Ajkun method emphasises that safety and joint preservation comes before any aesthetic preference. This is why we believe all young dancers benefit greatly from this method of training💛
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For more information on our programs, visit ajkunbt.org
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01/17/2024

🩰It’s audition season!🩰
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Global auditions for our Junior Artist Trainee program, the summer programs and winter intensive are coming up soon! You may sign up to audition by video or in person. The Ajkun Ballet School does not discriminate, we accept dancers from all over the world. Sign up now! We hope to see you there 🩷
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For more information on our programs, visit ajkunbt.org
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01/15/2024

The Ajkun Ballet Summer Intensive is a 4 week program for dance students and professional dancers interested in advancing their ballet technique and repertory knowledge.

In 2024, concentration will be on La Bayadère (Minkus/Petipa) and Chiara Ajkun’s original choreography.

The Ajkun Ballet’s programs place great emphasis on artistry and on the unique personality of each dancer and participants work closely with the Ajkun Ballet Company’s dancers and the Artistic Director. Admission by audition.
Read more at https://www.ajkunbt.org/performing-in-new-york

01/04/2024

Why is cross training important?🧘‍♀️🏃‍♀️
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It’s important to give your mind a body a break from dancing but there are still things you can do to maintain fitness in break periods. For dancers who are looking to maintain stamina, running and cycling are great options. For those who want to maintain strength and flexibility, Pilates and yoga are brilliant for that. The biggest advantage of cross training is injury prevention. Most dance injuries are a result of overuse, cross training allows you to give those overused muscles a break while strengthening other surrounding muscles🩷
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For more information on our programs, visit ajkunbt.org
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01/02/2024

✨Cheers to the New Year✨
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In 2024 our wonderful trainees will continue to progress and hone their craft🩰 Each day in the studio is an opportunity to try new things and strive towards your ultimate potential. Thanks to the brilliant training provided by Dr. Chiara Ajkun, each of our trainees have already made such dramatic improvements and will continue to do so this new year!🤍
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For more information on our programs, visit ajkunbt.org
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12/28/2023

🌎Cultural Diversities of the Ajkun Ballet School🌏
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The Ajkun Ballet School is the home of young dancers from all over the globe who have the same dream to develop their technique and artistry. Much like the company, the trainee program is diverse in cultures and nationalities. Our Junior Artists have come from different countries such as Italy, Portugal, Albania, South Korea, Japan, Australia and United Kingdom to name a few. Many of our trainees travel far and wide to New York City to advance from the most sought after ballet training provided by Dr. Chiara Ajkun🩰🤍
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For more information on our programs, visit ajkunbt.org
(Link in bio)