In 1991, Alberta Ballet established the School of Alberta Ballet located in downtown Calgary. It has grown into one of the leading training institutions in Canada with an enrolment of more than 500 students under the leadership of Principal Murray Kilgour and his wife Nancy. The School season runs from September to June, ending with an exciting Year End Performance with all students.  

 

The School offers two divisions to nurture and develop young dancers to their greatest individual potential. The Regular Division emphasizes physical health, discipline and the enjoyment and appreciation of music and dance. The Professional Division establishes a foundation on which to build a career in dance. Students in the Professional Division follow a more intensive and specialized training program. There are currently four Alberta Ballet dancers who were students of the School. The School also offers a Summer School program for three weeks, which provides young dancers with the opportunity to train with both Alberta Ballet's artistic staff and international guest teachers.