VIBA Success at YAGP Toronto & Chicago, 2026!

⭐️ Congratulations to our talented students!

We are pleased to share the results of our students’ participation in the Youth America Grand Prix 2026.

After several months of focused preparation, nine students from Victoria International Ballet Academy had the opportunity to perform at one of the world’s most prestigious ballet competitions. Representing our academy on international stages in both Toronto and Chicago, they performed in front of an esteemed panel of judges alongside hundreds of talented dancers in each category.

Competition Results

We are proud to recognize the following achievements:

• Top 12 – Duet Category
  Naiad and the Fisherman (Savannah and Isabel, Chicago)

• Top 12 – Small Ensemble Category
  Panaderos (Savannah and Isabel, Chicago)

• Top 12 – Senior Contemporary Category
  Isabel DeSouza – These Arms of Mine

• Top 24 – Senior Classical Category
  Isabel DeSouza

Recognition and Feedback

Our students demonstrated an exceptional level of preparation, earning scores in the high 90s across their entries. Judges consistently noted the strength, clarity, and quality of their training—an encouraging affirmation of the work being done in the studio each day.

During the Chicago finals, our Co-Director, Liza Lordski, was personally approached by Natalia Bashkatova, who praised the professionalism and high standard of coaching demonstrated by our students. This recognition was both meaningful and motivating for our entire team.

Beyond Competition

While we are proud of these accomplishments, we continue to view competitions as one part of a much broader journey in a dancer’s development.

The true value lies in the discipline, resilience, and artistic growth cultivated throughout the preparation process. Competitions offer students the opportunity to refine their performance skills, gain stage experience, and receive external feedback—often reinforcing the standards and guidance they encounter in daily training.

At Victoria International Ballet Academy, our focus extends beyond competitive results. We are committed to providing a strong, authentic ballet education that prepares students for meaningful opportunities within the professional dance world. Performance experience, artistic development, and long-term growth remain at the core of our mission.

Looking Ahead

We are proud of the continued progress of our students and grateful for the dedication of our faculty who guide them each day. These results reflect not only talent, but discipline, consistency, and a shared commitment to excellence.

We extend our sincere congratulations to all of our students who represented the academy with professionalism and artistry.

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Victoria International Ballet Academy

As we look ahead to 2026, we invite dancers of all ages and levels to join our mid-season registration. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced dancer, we have dance classes for everyone. Your child could be the next rising star to grace our stage! Call us at (905) 707-7580 or email info@victoriaballet.ca to get started.