Experience a class where every tendu is a study in precision. Following the systematic Vaganova progression, we focus on the placement of the spine, the stability of the core, and the incredible turnout that characterizes the Russian school. Perfect for the dancer seeking a scientific yet breathtakingly aesthetic approach to classical movement.

Ballet

Artistic Director, Jiayin MasterClass (2011 - Present)
Academy Teacher, Queensland Ballet (2023)
Classical Ballet Teacher, The Australian Ballet School (2015- 2022)
Balletmaster/Rehearsal Director, White Snake by Shanghai Grand
Theatre (2022)
Artist, The Australian Ballet (2000 - 2011)
Senior Classical Ballet Lecture, Australian Conservatoire of Ballet (2022)
Patron, Melbourne Academy of the Arts (2011 - Present)
Soloist, Liaoning Ballet Theater, China (1997)

Jiayin Du was born in China and began his dance training with Vaganova Ballet Methods. In 1996, Jiayin was
selected by then China’s Ministry of Arts to attend 7th Paris International Ballet Competition. In 1997,
Jiayin took China and Tokyo by by storm winning First Prize/Gold Medal in two competitions: 5th Taoli Cup
Dance Competition

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Jiayin Masterclass is a ballet masterclass provider based in Melbourne, established in 2011. We provide systematic training and elite qualification classes for students aged 2.5 years old, to advanced levels. 

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Miss Nora graduated from Shanghai Theatre Academy Dance College with Bachelor of Dance Performance degree. She was professional contemporary dancer with Beijing Contemporary Company. Miss Nora also worked with renowned artists in TV commercials and was at Cannes Film Festival. 



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Senior Classical Ballet Instructor

Adam Thurlow is an internationally acclaimed ballet teacher and former principal-level dancer, currently teaching at Jiayin MasterClass. Born in Melbourne, Adam trained at the Lorraine Blackburn School of Dance and the Australian Ballet School, where he graduated with Honours and as Dux of his year.

Adam began his professional ballet career with The Australian Ballet under the direction of Ross Stretton, performing numerous soloist and principal roles. He was promoted to Soloist within just two years. In 2002, Adam joined English National Ballet as a soloist, dancing leading classical and contemporary repertoire, before becoming the first and only Australian dancer to join the Opéra National de Paris in 2003.


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