
THE ART OF TEACHING
The teaching of ballet technique and artistry to children is a specialised skill that must be entrusted to those who are properly qualified. CECCHETTI BALLET maintains high standards in its teacher training program and offers extensive continual professional development opportunities for its members.
Cecchetti teachers must train through a rigorous system of examinations for professional teaching qualifications.
There are five levels which are attained over a minimum of eight years, and include knowledge and development of Cecchetti classical ballet techniques and principles throughout all levels of the syllabi. Study in teaching methodology, child development, anatomy and injury prevention, musical appreciation, history of dance, health and safety and business studies is required to attain these qualifications.
1: ASSOCIATE DIPLOMA
2: LICENTIATE
3: LICENTIATE DIPLOMA
4: FELLOWSHIP
Become a Qualified Cecchetti Teacher
There are three pathways to becoming a qualified Cecchetti Ballet teacher. Upon completion of the most suitable pathway, you will hold an Associate Diploma status and be entitled to enter students into examinations. Some restrictions apply at the Associate Diploma levels.
For more detailed information on the application process and general rules, please request a copy of the Teachers Handbook and refer to the Associate Diploma information on this site.
Pre-Registration & the Associate Diploma
This membership is for teachers who do not yet hold an entry level teachers qualification.
Crossing Over
This pathway is suitable for current teachers who hold classical ballet teaching qualifications in other methods and would like to 'cross over' into the Cecchetti teaching ranks.
Ex-Professional
This pathway is suitable for ex-professional dancers entering into the Cecchetti Teaching Ranks.
Teaching Resources
There are three pathways to becoming a qualified Cecchetti Ballet teacher. Upon completion of the most suitable pathway, you will hold the Associate Diploma status and be entitled to enter students into examinations. Some restrictions apply at the Associate Diploma level.
For more detailed information on the application process, general rules, please refer to our Teachers Handbook and the New Associate Diploma Qualifications which was introduced in 2022.
Memberships
The memberships are available for registered Cecchetti Ballet teachers only.
Membership Types: Active Membership, Non-Active Membership. NSW & Victorian Members (discount rates for 2022 available) and student memberships Please contact National Office.
Non-Active Member
171$Every yearActive Membership
321$Every yearValid for 3 yearsActive Member (1 yr)
351$Every year