Ballet Repertoire & Audition Prep Coach
Kenji Takahashi
Mentors aspiring dancers for international competitions, company auditions, and high-level conservatory admissions.
About
Kenji Takahashi
English, Japanese
Audition Prep, Classical Variations, Competition Coaching
14 years of experience
5/5
(150+)
Tokyo, Japan
Kenji Takahashi has spent over a decade coaching students for prestigious competitions like the Prix de Lausanne and YAGP.
His meticulous coaching style focuses on artistic interpretation, clean lines, and mental resilience under pressure.
Kenji offers personalized feedback that refines a dancer's stage presence to professional standards.
Specialties and focus areas
Kenji specializes in variation staging, audition portfolio preparation, classical variation coaching, and mental performance strategy.
He works closely with dancers to polish every detail from musical timing to expressive facial artistry.
About Kenji
Kenji is dedicated to bringing out the unique star quality in each dancer. He balances rigorous detail-oriented technical critique with positive psychological encouragement.
Outside coaching, Kenji acts as an audition advisor for young artists and enjoys analog photography.
Do I need previous ballet experience to join a class?
Not at all! We offer classes tailored for every skill level, including complete beginners. Our Classical Ballet Basics and Ballet Sculpt classes are specifically designed to introduce you to foundational movements in a supportive and welcoming environment.
What should I wear for my first ballet class?
We recommend wearing comfortable, form-fitting athletic clothes (such as leggings and a fitted top) so our instructors can easily check your form. For footwear, soft leather or canvas ballet slippers are preferred, but beginners can start with non-slip socks. Hair should be neatly tied back away from your face.
How do I know if I'm ready for Pointe Work technique?
Pointe work requires substantial foot, ankle, and core strength to prevent injury. Dancers must receive an assessment and approval from one of our senior ballet instructors before joining a Pointe Work Technique class.
Can I book a private one-on-one session with a teacher?
Yes! We offer private sessions for dancers looking for personalized guidance, technique refinement, or audition preparation. You can select the Private option when booking your session or contact us directly to coordinate with your preferred instructor.
Are your classes suitable for all age groups?
Absolutely. We offer dedicated Junior Ballet classes for children aged 5 to 8, as well as a full schedule of adult ballet, contemporary, and fitness classes suitable for teens and adults of all ages.
