International School of Ballet is a Royal Academy of Dance studio in Calgary, Alberta. To date, we have had Solo Seal recipients in 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2010.
The International School of Ballet is a Royal Academy of Dance studio in Calgary, Alberta. At the International School of Ballet, excellence of training, artistic integrity and classical tradition are the prime considerations. Many students have gone on to professional careers with ballet companies such as the National Ballet of Canada, Boston Ballet, Tuscon Ballet and many more. The International
06/10/2026
This past Sunday, we were pleased to enter two of our students into their RAD Advanced 2 examination.
The Advanced 2 exam represents years of dedication, perseverance, and hard work. We are incredibly proud of the commitment, artistry, and resilience these dancers have demonstrated throughout their training and preparation.
Bravo dancers! 💜
05/22/2026
Come join us for a creative ballet class, where your young dancer’s imagination thrives and ballet stories come to life!
Join us on Saturdays @ 9:45- 10:30am for May and June!
Our Early Childhood Ballet Program encourages your dancer to participate in ballet stories where they become the main character!
www.iballet.com
05/19/2026
ISB offers Royal Academy of Dance formal training, RAD Exams as well as enhanced performance opportunities for your vocational level dancer.
See our website for registration details:
www.iballet.com
05/13/2026
Bravo! Bravo! Bravo!
A message from our Artistic Director and Founder, Mrs. Umran Sumen
Étude
Grand Pas de Quatre
Dying Swan
Presentation of Classical Mime
Rêverie de Swan Lake
May 9 2026
University Theatre
04/27/2026
Registration for ISB's 2026-2027 season has LAUNCHED as of today!
For 38 years, the International School of Ballet has shaped generations of dancers with a commitment to excellence, discipline, and artistry.
Join a tradition of excellence in classical ballet training that define our school.
Register today at iballet.com/registration
04/25/2026
2 weeks until the curtain rises for Étude 💜
May 9 | 4pm
University Theatre
Calgary, Alberta
Grab your tickets while you still can! Tickets are available on our website 🔗
Etude Tickets — International School of Ballet Student Presentations followed by Grande Pas De Quatre Dying Swan Reverie de Swan Lake (LINK FOR TICKETS, BELOW)
04/22/2026
Within the second act of our year end show, Étude, we have a bouquet of classical works.
This year our second act includes Grand Pas dr Quatre, a reimagining of Dying Swan by our founder, Mrs. Umran Sumen, and Reverie de Swan Lake 🦢
This photo is from rehearsal for Dying Swan where our dancers will be accompanied by music on stage! 🎻
Come watch Étude on May 9th at the University Theatre 💜
Tickets our available on our website and the University Theatre's "What's on" page 🎟️
Link in bio!
04/20/2026
Our new fleece jacket team wear is keeping us warm from studio to stage as we prepare for Étude on May 9!
Check our website for link to tickets!
04/18/2026
Étude tickets are live! 🎟️
Join us May 9th at the University Theatre for a presentation of our students from youngest to most advanced with special performances of Grand Pas de Quatre, Dying Swan, and Reverie de Swan Lake for the second act.
Ticket link is available on our website and through our bio
https://theatre-tickets.ucalgary.ca/?tx=107201
Photo credits: Peter Cromer and Bonnie Baker
02/10/2026
Surrounded by history, inspired by possibility.
At the International School of Ballet, our dancers grow up in the legacy of Mrs. Sumen. Learning not only how to dance, but what it means to carry tradition forward 🤍🩰