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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.

Our Teachers

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 / Choreographer

Sophie is a teacher renowned for her long-time training under the Victoria Ballet philosophy. As an inspiration, Sophie motivates many aspiring ballerinas/ballerinos with her personal expertise, having medals and scholarships from numerous competitions such as YAGP, ADC IBC, UBC, and WBAC. Her teaching method combines technical growth with emotional growth, mentoring the students to mature and grow beyond ballet. A living proof of Victoria Ballet philosophy, Sophie tailors training to each student, a unique trait found in Victoria Ballet teachings. Recently, she had proven her directorial talents through the 2024 Victoria Ballet Nutcracker, where she helped choreograph and align as the assistant director. She is continuing her journey to become a versatile artist to inspire aspiring dancers, meanwhile studying new tools and methods fit for teaching. Ballet Profile 2023 - ADC IBC Invited to Finals 2023 - YAGP (New Generation Ballet scholarship) 2023 - UBC Finalist 2023 - WBC Finalist 2023 - Universal Ballet Company Art Director intensive 2023 - Joffrey summer intensive + 25% scholarship 2023 - NYC Joffrey year-round offer + 50% scholarship 2023 - WBAC semi finals 1st place, Finals 4th place 2024 - ADC IBC Invited to Finals 2024 - Swan Lake production (partial scene choreo + lead dancer) 2024 - Invited to San Francisco Ballet Summer Intensive 2024 - Nutcracker Production (Assistant director/Sugarplum) 2025 - Invited to San Francisco Ballet Summer Intensive

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!