A Day In The Life

A Day In The Life of a Student at National Ballet Academy


Leah McCall lives in Parker, Colorado and is 13 years old. She currently attends Cimarron Middle School and is on the Honor Roll. She has attended National Ballet Academy of Denver for 2 years now.

Leah attends ballet class four days a week and takes private lessons 1-2 days a week as well. “I enjoy attending class at National because the studio environment is fun but challenging as well, ultimately this combination has made me strong technically and allowed me to still love dance.”

Leah has enjoyed participating in several activities with National Ballet. She was able to be part of the corps for National Ballet’s production of “An Evening of Stars”. “It was a wonderful chance to dance alongside amazing professionals and really see how everything works from rehearsals to the final show. Dancing in Outreach Programs at different schools has also been a great way to improve my performance skills and show other kids the beauty of dance.”

Leah works hard both in school and in dance. She hopes to attend college and pursue a professional dance career. She dances five days week after school and on Saturdays, so staying organized and on top of her school work is important. “I have learned to always take advantage of study time at school”.

“National Ballet Academy has become an important part of my life, and with lots of hard work I know my teachers will help me to reach my goal of becoming a professional dancer.”