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Victoria Lee
Founder
Director/Choreographer
Victoria is a Choreographer, not only for ballet but also for Grand Operas and Musicals. She’s been teaching ballet since 1995 in South Korea and studied in London. She started her own ballet school in 2005. It has been successfully organized with 2 more branches in South Korea. With her fantastic ability as a teacher and director, Victoria opened a new studio in Campbell(February 2022).
Victoria studied in Busan High School of Art, Busan Nations University, and Laban Center in London (she learn Vaganova method from Professor Byung Su Min. He was Ph.D Ballet Technics in Saint Peterburg in Russia. He was principle in Saint Peterburg Ballet Company in Russia). She also has a master degree in Computer Music. Her thesis was ‘Realtime A.I generating Geomungo ’Sanjo’ Music Program’ in 2007, and studied Aesthetics of Philosophy in university. She worked in university as a lecturer in Computer Music class for 3 years.
After she made her own ballet school, She focused on her student’s Visions and dream. Victoria has an excellent track record in producing outstanding ballet dancers. She fully supported students who wanted to go to Europe, where her students went into the top ballet schools. Many of ‘Victoria’s Kids’ have gone on to leading Ballet schools such as John Crako Ballet School, Hamburg Ballet School, Palucca, Berlin Ballet School, Frankfurt Music and Dance college, Vienna Conservator Univ., Nuernberg Ballet Academy, SOZO, etc… Her unique Ballet training is welcomed in top ballet schools.
Victoria has over 26 years of teaching experience. Learning from a experienced teacher like Victoria is a rare opportunity. Victoria continues her dedication to learning and training as a ballet teacher. She keep up with the cutting edge of ballet and make it her mission to educate the next generation of ballet dancers.
Katerina Bousleli
Instructor for Contemporary Dance
Aikaterini (Katerina) Bousleli is an experienced and highly trained dancer, dance teacher and
choreographer with a strong background in classical ballet, modern and contemporary dance.
She grew up and studied dance in Greece, where she gained a strong dance foundation. She
holds an M.A. in Theatre Arts from the San Francisco State University, which has provided her
with a deep knowledge of the performing arts and the importance of dramaturgy into the
choreographic process and composition. She has worked with several contemporary dance
companies in Greece (b.area.4, Faos, Redance, and Animotus), while in 2020 she joined the
Kinetech Arts dance company with artistic director Daiane Lopes da Silva, based in San
Francisco. Katerina has been teaching for over ten years, but in the last years she orients on
contemporary dance and choreography. Through her class she explores the connection
between the moving body and gravity, releasing any muscle tension and developing the flow of
the movement. Her class utilizes improvisational scores to discover the function of the body, as
well as movement combinations which travel through the floor to the standing position.
Kasymbek Tynybekov
Instructor for Ballet Class
Kasymbek Tynybekov stands out as a distinguished ballet master and choreographer with a profound legacy in the ballet world. His journey into ballet began at the tender age of 10, training at the Frunze Ballet School where he mastered the Vaganova Method. This foundational training led him to a vibrant career with the ballet company at the Opera and Ballet Theatre in Kyrgyzstan. Kasymbek's academic achievements include a Bachelor's degree from the esteemed Russian Institute of Theatre Arts in Moscow, Russia, under the tutelage of Lilia Talankina. Over the years, Kasymbek has dedicated himself to nurturing the next generation of ballet talent. He has imparted his knowledge and passion for ballet at Hacettepe University from 2010 to 2023, the Bishkek Ballet School during two significant periods (2006-2010 and 1992-2001), and the Lemon Dance Company in South Korea from 2001 to 2005. Under his guidance, students have achieved remarkable success on international stages, securing prestigious awards at TANZOLYMP in Germany, SPOLETO in Italy, ORLEU in Kazakhstan, and the International Junior Dance Festival in Bulgaria. These accolades, spanning both classical and modern ballet, are a testament to Kasymbek's expertise and his unwavering commitment to the art of ballet.
Sophie Na-ae Kim
Instructor for General Ballet 2 and 1
Meet Sophie, our esteemed ballet teacher, renowned for her deep grasp of Victoria's ballet philosophy. As an inspiring mentor, Sophie empowers aspiring ballerinas with her diverse training, spanning Vaganova, Balanchine, and Royal methods. Her approach balances tradition and innovation, infusing contemporary flair into classical technique. Sophie's mentoring extends beyond technique, embracing individuality and overall growth. A true disciple of Victoria's philosophy, she tailors training to each student's unique attributes, unlocking their fullest potential.
Notably, Sophie's teaching prowess shines in children's classes, reflecting her dedication and skill. Join us for a transformative ballet journey under Sophie's expert guidance.
Ballet Profile
2021 - YAGP finalist
2021 - SAB summer intensive
2021 - San Francisco Ballet Nutcracker production (as a butterfly)
2022 - San Francisco Ballet Student Showcase (as a level 5 student)
2022 - WBAC semi-finals 3rd place, Finals 4th place
2022 - IBC finalist
2023 - YAGP Semi-finals Top 24, New Generation Ballet scholarship
2023 - WBC Finalist
Emma Park
Classical Ballet
Emma grew up in Southern California and has been dancing ballet since the age of 7. She studied under Carolyn Lovett and attended summer intensives at the School of American Ballet, American Ballet Theatre, and Joffrey Ballet School. She has also performed professionally in musicals such as An American in Paris (Musical Theatre West) and A Chorus Line (Moonlight Stage Productions) and taught ballet classes at studios in Orange County and the Bay Area. She is currently pursuing a B.A. in Psychology at Stanford University. She is so excited to join the team at Victoria Ballet!