About the School "Nerijaus Juškos Mokykla", founded in 2010 in Vilnius, is one of the leading ballet schools in Lithuania. In 2011, the school expanded its activities by opening a branch in Kaunas. The founder and director of the school is Nerijus Juška, ballet soloist and principal of the Lithuanian National Opera and Ballet Theatre (LNOBT), and the artistic director of the school is Erika Eismontaitė-Gudonienė, ballet dancer of the LNOBT. Teachers and Curriculum The school employs the most renowned ballet teachers in the country, who have extensive experience on theatre stages and have higher education in ballet methodology. The curriculum is based on the prestigious A. Vaganova professional ballet dancer's training system, ensuring the highest standards of excellence. School Mission and Goals The school strives to be innovative, bold and forward-looking, continuously growing in all areas of its activities. Its aim is to teach children the art of ballet technique, to inspire them to fall in love with dance, to nurture young talent and to encourage their creativity. In addition, the school strives to create a cultured and artistically educated personality, capable of developing aesthetic senses and adapting to different dance genres. Partnership and Community The school maintains close relations and cooperation with the National M. K. Čiurlionis School of Art and LNOBT in order to develop new talents. The teaching process emphasises live music, which allows children to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the specifics of classical music. School Values The school values mutual respect, care and support, creating a warm, caring and professional environment for pupils. The whole school team works together to foster a close and warm relationship between teacher and pupil in order to make the learning process as effective as possible.
