The RWB School welcomes dancers of all ages, abilities, and aspirations, offering exceptional training in a supportive and inclusive environment. Students build confidence, discipline, artistry, and a lifelong love of dance—whether pursuing a professional career or simply the joy of movement.
Founded in 1939, the Royal Winnipeg Ballet School is one of Canada's most respected dance training institutions and a cornerstone of the Royal Winnipeg Ballet.
The RWB School
The Recreational Division welcomes children, teens, and adults of all abilities and experience levels. Classes build confidence, help you stay active, and can lead to the pursuit of advanced dance training. Our programs provide a positive and inspiring environment where every student can thrive.
The Professional Division is designed for aspiring dancers and dance educators pursuing professional training and post-secondary opportunities. For more than 50 years, the RWB School has developed versatile artists through rigorous classical ballet training complemented by contemporary movement, wellness education, performance experience, and academic partnerships.
Our state-of-the-art facility in downtown Winnipeg serves more than 1,000 students each year and offers a unique connection to one of the world's most celebrated ballet companies.
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students enrolled each year
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Great dancers are shaped by great teachers. Our faculty includes accomplished educators, choreographers, and former professional dancers who are committed to helping every student achieve their personal best. Through expert instruction and individualized guidance, they nurture both technical precision and artistic confidence.
Our campus features 11 professional studios, including a flexible performance space that transforms into a theatre seating up to 200 audience members. The attached Student Living Centre provides a safe, supportive home for students from across Canada and around the world.
Our impact extends far beyond graduation. Whether you studied, danced, taught, worked, or volunteered with the RWB, we invite you to reconnect through our alumni community and celebrate the shared experiences that continue to shape generations of artists and supporters.
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