Katherine Avery Ballet

Katherine Avery Ballet Ballet teacher and coach based in Auckland. Teaching Open Ballet Classes, Pointe and PBT at Wellesley Studios in the CBD, and RAD at AWDA Rhythm n Steps.

My initial ballet schooling was in New Zealand where I achieved advanced level exams in both RAD and ISTD syllabus. I completed vocational training for ballet at the National Theatre Ballet School in Melbourne, and danced with the Vienna Festival Ballet in Europe over 4 years. I have been fortunate to have worked with some incredible teachers over the years, many from the Royal Ballet, Australian

Ballet and also from America. My experience as a dancer and continued dancing and learning through my adult years inform my practice as a teacher.

Dance thought for the day...Technical mastery gives the dancer the ability to use the movement to clearly convey a messa...
04/06/2026

Dance thought for the day...

Technical mastery gives the dancer the ability to use the movement to clearly convey a message.


Sharing a story and testimonial from Melody Duan.“I had dreamed of learning ballet since I was a little girl, but I only...
27/05/2026

Sharing a story and testimonial from Melody Duan.

“I had dreamed of learning ballet since I was a little girl, but I only had the opportunity to begin when I was almost 40. What started as one class per week quickly grew into four days a week, as my passion only became stronger.

I began attending Katherine’s classes in 2024, and very quickly realised how exceptional her teaching is. Her classical ballet style, combined with the precision and attention to detail of an RAD-trained teacher, has helped me tremendously.

About a year ago, I also started having weekly private lessons with her. Through her highly personalised coaching, she has helped me strengthen my foundations, refine the quality and elegance of my movement, and deepen my connection with the music.

Katherine has also carefully selected and adapted variations for me, which has allowed me to pursue my passion for classical repertoire and build confidence in performing and competing.

I feel incredibly fortunate to be learning from her.”

Come and join us during Kings Birthday weekend and learn a classical ballet variation.Saturday 30th May - Wellesley Stud...
20/05/2026

Come and join us during Kings Birthday weekend and learn a classical ballet variation.

Saturday 30th May - Wellesley Studios

12:30 - 2:00 pm Open Class
2:00 - 2:30 pm Repertoire - Kings Candaule Variaton, Paquita.

www.katherineaveryballet.com

If you dance and would enjoy a mid week ballet class, consider - Wellesley Studios, Central Auckland.Wednesdays througho...
11/05/2026

If you dance and would enjoy a mid week ballet class, consider - Wellesley Studios, Central Auckland.
Wednesdays throughout the year.

You are welcome to join us when in town.

Open Class - 12:15 - 1:15 pm
This class has a condensed barre and a full centre, the exercises are Intermediate level to allow us to keep moving, with options given for different levels of dancers.

Pointe - 1:15 - 1:45 pm
This runs with three exercises at the barre and then centre work. Every class is structured to fit the needs of the dancers in attendance. Often, a classical variation is introduced and worked on over the course of a term.

www.katherineaveryballet.com

Open ballet classes are running throughout the year on a Saturday - Wellesley Studios, Central Auckland.Join us if you a...
09/05/2026

Open ballet classes are running throughout the year on a Saturday - Wellesley Studios, Central Auckland.

Join us if you are in town.

Ballet Basics - 11:15 - 12:15 pm
This is for dancers near the beginning of their journey in ballet, or those who want to refine their technique.

Open Class - 12:30 - 2:00 pm
This is a full vibrant open class for dancers of Intermediate to Advanced level.

www.katherineaveryballet.com

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Auckland
Ponsonby

Opening Hours

Wednesday 12:15pm - 1:15pm
Saturday 11:15am - 12:15pm
12:30pm - 2pm

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