Welcome to the Denton Ballet Academy. We offer beginning through advanced classes in Russian classical ballet and character dance for children through adults.
The Denton Ballet Academy was established in 1979 by Hugh Nini as an institution of classical ballet instruction. In August 2011, Eldar Valiev and his wife, Lilia Valieva, purchased the Academy and have continued the strong traditions, both in the ballet school and in its resident company, The Festival Ballet of North Central Texas. The school curriculum emphasizes a strong classical technique and
05/28/2026
Dear friends, thank you all so much for your sincere comments and kind words of condolence for my mother! My entire family and I, both here in the United States and in Russia, thank you for your support during this difficult time. God bless you all.
I am especially grateful for the thoughtful cards, flowers, and gifts from our wonderful DBA students, including this drawing by Ariana Prange. Thank you!
05/27/2026
It is with great sorrow that I share this sad news. This afternoon, Russian time, my beloved mother, Aelita Valieva, passed away at the age of 92. My sister Era and brother-in-law Andrei are currently in Ufa, Russia. Our entire extended family, including my son Samat, niece Anastasia, cousin Elvira, and all of our relatives, are united by the thought of this difficult loss for us all. Our mother lived a long and happy life. She always served as an example of optimism, striving for perfection, and loving each other and everyone around us. She was a very classy and beautiful lady, inside and out. She will never be forgotten and will always be loved. -Eldar Valiev
05/12/2026
Reserve your spot at the Summer Dance Intensive June 22 - 27!
Submit the registration form at https://www.dentonballetacademy.com/events/summer-intensive
05/05/2026
Reserve your DBA Spring Recital 2026 T-Shirt by May 15.
Email your size(s) to [email protected].
Pay $25 each with Venmo on dentonballetacademy.com or in person at Denton Ballet Academy. Pick up before June 13 Recital.
04/28/2026
Classes are CANCELED TODAY April 28 due to severe weather.
03/31/2026
Our last faculty spotlight is for our Owner and Director, Mr. Valiev. You can find him teaching our Level 5 and 6 Ballet and Pointe classes along with our Variations class!
03/24/2026
Our next faculty spotlight is for instructor and office assistant, Ms. Allison! You can find her in the boutique or teaching the Adult classes, Level 2B, 3B, and the Level 3 Pre-Pointe/Lyrical class
03/19/2026
Our next faculty spotlight is for one of our office assistants, Kristy Pedersen! You can find her in the boutique on Mondays and Wednesdays 👯♀️
03/06/2026
We will reopen for class on Monday the 16th. Have an amazing break 🌸
03/05/2026
Our next faculty spotlight is for another one of our instructors, Ms. Reece. You can find her teaching all of our Theatre Jazz and Modern classes, along with our Level 4 Pointe class!
03/03/2026
This first faculty spotlight is for one of our instructors, Ms. Trinity! You can find her teaching our Level 4 Ballet, 1A, 2A, and 3A classes 🩰
| Monday | 4pm - 7pm |
| Tuesday | 4pm - 7pm |
| Wednesday | 4pm - 7pm |
| Thursday | 4pm - 7pm |
| Friday | 4pm - 6pm |