INTERNATIONAL BALLET FORUM
国際バレエフォー ラム
Learn from the World. Shape Your Future.
Training Programs
The International Ballet Forum collaborates with national ballet schools and ballet companies across Europe to offer a variety of programs, including workshops, training courses, and the Munich Grand Prix.
Each program provides unique opportunities to learn, grow, and connect with distinguished teachers and dancers from around the world, helping every participant expand their potential.
Take the first step toward your future and discover the program that's right for you.
［Participation Eligibility is Granted Through the Following Competitions］
Co-organizer：Victoire Ballet Competition
Supported by：Fleur Ballet Competition
※Fleur National Ballet Competition grants eligibility for the Munich Workshop & Grand Prix only.
Participation Eligibility
Participation Eligibility Holders Open to applicants holding any of the designated participation eligibilities.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted online only. If you are unable to apply online, please contact the Secretariat for assistance. Please note that the number of participants we can accompany is limited. Applications will close once capacity is reached and may close before the published deadline. Capacity is also limited within each age group, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible.
Continuing Training Program
We Recommend Continuing Training Programs To help participants make the most of their overseas learning experience, the International Ballet Forum offers schedules that allow participation in multiple consecutive training programs. In response to rising travel and training costs, these programs are designed to provide a more efficient and rewarding international training experience. By taking part in continuing training programs, participants can deepen not only their ballet education but also their understanding of local culture, enriching both their knowledge and experience through this valuable opportunity abroad.
Other Information
Please note that program dates are subject to change due to the schedules of the host schools, flight availability, or other unforeseen circumstances.
Program
Queensland Ballet Academy Training Program 2026
Dates November 9–16, 2026 (Tentative)
※Program dates are subject to change due to the schedules of the host schools, flight availability, or other unforeseen circumstances.
Eligibility Eligibility Holders
As Australia is located in the Southern Hemisphere, the seasons are opposite to those in Japan. In March, Sydney enjoys late summer, with average daytime temperatures of around 25°C and nighttime temperatures of around 18°C. The weather is warm, comfortable, and ideal for training.
Australia is also known for its safe environment, and with little to no time difference from Japan, participants can adjust easily and minimize the effects of jet lag.
The training program will be held at the Academy's modern campus, which opened in February 2020.
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Scholarships
Marseille & Estonia Training Program 2026
🏆Short-Term Scholarship
Selected through Victoire Ballet Competition
National Dance School of Marseille
Combined
Continuing
Program
Marseille & Estonia Training Program 2026
This is a combined training program offered by the National Dance School of Marseille and the Tallinn School of Music and Ballet (MUBA), Estonia.
If you wish to participate in only one of the two training programs, please contact the Secretariat.
Dates September 14–25, 2026
（Marseille: September 14–18）
（Estonia: September 21–25）
※Program dates are subject to change due to the schedules of the host schools, flight availability, or other unforeseen circumstances.
Eligibility Eligibility Holders
Continue Marseille & Estonia → Milan & Vienna
※Please note that eligibility for the Marseille Training Program is valid only for participants who continue to the Milan & Vienna Training Program.
Achievements
[2024]
•Short-Term Scholarships: 6 Recipients (From MGP)
•One-Year Scholarships: 6 Recipients (From the Antwerp & Marseille Training Program 2024)
•Short-Term Scholarship: 1 Recipient (From the Antwerp & Marseille Training Program 2024)
[2025]
•Internships: 2 Recipients (From MGP)
•One-Year Scholarships: 5 Recipients (From the Autumn Training Program)
As one of France's leading dance institutions, the school provides a high standard of ballet education. Based on classical ballet, it also offers comprehensive training in contemporary dance and the performing arts. Many of its graduates have gone on to successful careers with ballet companies and dance organizations across Europe and around the world.
Scholarships
Marseille & Estonia Training Program 2026
🏆Short-Term Scholarship
Selected through Victoire Ballet Competition
Tallinn School of Music and Ballet (MUBA), Estonia
Combined
Continuing
Program
Marseille & Estonia Training Program 2026
This is a combined training program offered by the National Dance School of Marseille and the Tallinn School of Music and Ballet (MUBA), Estonia.
If you wish to participate in only one of the two training programs, please contact the Secretariat.
Dates September 14–25, 2026
（Marseille: September 14–18）
（Estonia: September 21–25）
※Program dates are subject to change due to the schedules of the host schools, flight availability, or other unforeseen circumstances.
Eligibility Eligibility Holders
Participants holding eligibility for the Marseille Training Program may also participate in the Estonia Training Program.
Continue Marseille & Estonia → Milan & Vienna
※Please note that eligibility for the Marseille Training Program is valid only for participants who continue to the Milan & Vienna Training Program.
Established in 2022, the Tallinn School of Music and Ballet (MUBA) is one of Estonia's leading institutions for music and dance education.
Its state-of-the-art campus features ballet studios, a concert hall, and student accommodation, providing an outstanding environment for professional training in both music and dance. As one of the leading performing arts education institutions in Northern Europe, MUBA attracts talented students from Estonia and around the world.
Scholarships
Milan & Vienna Training Program 2026
🏆Short-Term Scholarship
Selected through Victoire Ballet Competition
Accademia Teatro Alla Scala Dance Department
Combined
Continuing
Program
Milan & Vienna Training Program 2026
This is a combined training program offered by the Accademia Teatro alla Scala Dance Department and the Vienna State Opera Ballet Academy.
If you wish to participate in only one of the two training programs, please contact the Secretariat.
Dates September 28 – October 7, 2026 (Tentative)
（Milan: September 28 – October 2, 2026）
（Vienna: October 5 – 7, 2026）
※Program dates are subject to change due to the schedules of the host schools, flight availability, or other unforeseen circumstances.
Eligibility Eligibility Holders
Open to applicants who hold eligibility for either the Milan Training Program or the Vienna Training Program.
Continue Marseille & Estonia → Milan & Vienna
The Accademia Teatro alla Scala Dance Department is the dance division of one of the world's most prestigious opera houses, Teatro alla Scala. Rooted in the rich tradition of Italian ballet, it provides outstanding training in the advanced technique and artistry required for a professional stage career. Many of its graduates have gone on to dance with leading ballet companies around the world.
Scholarships
Milan & Vienna Training Program 2026
🏆Short-Term Scholarship
Selected through Victoire Ballet Competition
Vienna State Opera Ballet Academy
Combined
Continuing
Program
Milan & Vienna Training Program 2026
This is a combined training program offered by the Accademia Teatro alla Scala Dance Department and the Vienna State Opera Ballet Academy.
If you wish to participate in only one of the two training programs, please contact the Secretariat.
Dates September 28 – October 7, 2026 (Tentative)
（Milan: September 28 – October 2, 2026）
（Vienna: October 5 – 7, 2026）
※Program dates are subject to change due to the schedules of the host schools, flight availability, or other unforeseen circumstances.
Eligibility Eligibility Holders
Open to applicants who hold eligibility for either the Milan Training Program or the Vienna Training Program.
Continue Marseille & Estonia → Milan & Vienna
Achievements
[2022]
•One-Year Scholarships: 7 Recipients
[2023]
•One-Year Scholarship: 1 Recipient (From MGP)
• Short-Term Scholarships: 3 Recipients (From MGP)
[2025]
•One-Year Scholarships: 2 Recipients
[2026]
•One-Year Scholarships: 2 Recipients
The Vienna State Opera Ballet Academy is one of the world's leading ballet training institutions and is affiliated with the Vienna State Opera. Combining a strong tradition of classical ballet education with valuable stage experience, the Academy has produced many outstanding dancers.
Students have opportunities to perform in productions of the Vienna State Opera and the Vienna State Ballet during their training, gaining invaluable experience for successful international careers.
Koninklijke Balletschool Antwerpen
Program
Antwerp Training Program 2027
Dates January 18–24, 2027 (Tentative)
※Program dates are subject to change due to the schedules of the host schools, flight availability, or other unforeseen circumstances.
Eligibility Eligibility Holders
Achievements
[2025]
•One-Year Study Permission (Antwerp): 3 Recipients
• Antwerp Short-Term Scholarship: 1 Recipient
As one of Belgium's leading ballet training institutions, the school has nurtured outstanding dancers for many years. With a strong foundation in classical ballet, it offers comprehensive training in the performing arts, preparing students for professional careers. Its graduates have gone on to dance with ballet companies across Europe and around the world.
National Prague Conservatoire Ballet School
Combined
Continuing
Program
Prague Training Program 2027
This program is offered as an additional program to the Munich Grand Prix & Workshop 2027.
If you wish to participate, please apply through the Munich Grand Prix & Workshop 2027 application.
Please note that participation in the Prague program only is generally not accepted. If you wish to participate only in the Prague program, please contact the Secretariat in advance.
Dates Late April – May 9, 2027 (Tentative)
Prague: From late April 2027 (Tentative)
Workshop: From May 2, 2027 (Tentative)
MGP 2027: May 9, 2027
※Program dates are subject to change due to the schedules of the host schools, flight availability, or other unforeseen circumstances.
Eligibility Eligibility Holders
Continue Prague → Munich → Berlin
Achievements
[2026]
• One-Year Study Permission: 3 Recipients
• Short-Term Scholarships: 6 Recipients (From MGP 2026)
As one of the Czech Republic's leading ballet training institutions, the school has a long tradition of educating talented dancers. With a strong foundation in classical ballet, it provides comprehensive training in the technique and artistry required for the stage. Its graduates have gone on to successful careers with ballet companies across Europe and around the world.
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【Achievements［2026］】
■ Ballet Academy University of Music and Performing Arts Munich Summer School: 8 Recipients ■ Ballet Augsburg Short-Term Scholarship: 1 Recipient ■ Koninklijke Balletschool Antwerpen One-Year Scholarship: 1 Recipient Short-Term Scholarships: 5 Recipients ■ National Dance School of Marseille One-Year Scholarship: 1 Recipient Short-Term Scholarships: 2 Recipients ■ National Prague Conservatoire Ballet School Short-Term Scholarships: 6 Recipients ■ Staatliche Ballettschule Berlin Short-Term Scholarships: 2 Recipients ■ Tallinn School of Music and Ballet (MUBA), Estonia Short-Term Scholarships: 4 Recipients ■ Theater Altenburg-Gera Junior Company Short-Term Scholarship: 1 Recipient ■ Vienna State Opera Ballet Academy One-Year Scholarships: 2 Recipients
Scholarships
MunichGrandPrix2027
Scholarship
Half Scholarship
Selected through Victoire Ballet Competition
Munich GrandPrix Workshop 2027
Combined
Continuing
Program
Munich Grand Prix & Workshop 2027
The Munich Grand Prix & Workshop is the International Ballet Forum's original international workshop and ballet competition, featuring distinguished teachers from national ballet schools and ballet companies across Europe.
As an optional additional program, participants may also join the Prague Training Program 2027.
Participation in the Munich Grand Prix & Workshop 2027 only is also possible.
Please note that participation in the Prague Training Program only is generally not accepted. If you wish to participate only in the Prague Training Program, please contact the Secretariat in advance.
Overview
［Workshop］
Participants take classes with teachers from various national ballet schools, experiencing their unique teaching methods and educational approaches firsthand.
Lessons throughout the workshop also form part of the audition process, allowing the faculty to assess each participant's attitude, potential, and artistic development.
［MGP］
The Munich Grand Prix features a performance by all participants, followed by evaluations from directors of national ballet schools.
Outstanding participants may be selected for scholarships, training program opportunities, and study opportunities abroad.
Dates Late April – May 9, 2027 (Tentative)
Prague: From late April 2027 (Tentative)
Workshop: From May 2, 2027 (Tentative)
MGP 2027: May 9, 2027
※Program dates are subject to change due to the schedules of the host schools, flight availability, or other unforeseen circumstances.
Eligibility Eligibility Holders
Continue Prague → Munich → Berlin
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Staatliche Ballettschule Berlin
Continuing
Program
Berlin Training Program 2027
Dates From Early May 2027 (Tentative)
※Program dates are subject to change due to the schedules of the host schools, flight availability, or other unforeseen circumstances
Eligibility Eligibility Holders
Continue Prague → Munich → Berlin
Achievements
[2026]
• One-Year Study Permission: 2 Recipients
• Short-Term Scholarships: 2 Recipients (From MGP 2026)
As one of Germany's leading national ballet schools, the school provides a high standard of ballet education. Rooted in classical ballet, it also offers comprehensive training in contemporary dance and the performing arts. Many of its graduates have gone on to successful careers with ballet companies around the world.
Ballet Augsburg
We are currently finalizing the schedule and program details for the next training program.
Further information will be announced on this website as soon as it is confirmed.
The Artistic Director of Ballet Augsburg, Ricardo Fernando, serves as a jury member for the Munich Grand Prix (MGP). In 2026, one participant was awarded a Short-Term Scholarship to Ballet Augsburg.
Achievements
[2026]
• Short-Term Scholarship: 1 Recipient (From MGP)
Ballet Augsburg is the ballet company of the Augsburg State Theatre in Germany.
Its repertoire ranges from classical ballets to contemporary works, and the company has earned a strong reputation both in Germany and internationally.
University of Music and Performing Arts Mannheim
We are currently finalizing the schedule and program details for the next training program.
Further information will be announced on this website as soon as it is confirmed.
Achievements
[2023]
• Mannheim Selection (with Short-Term Training): 1 Recipient
As one of Germany's leading universities for the performing arts, the University of Music and Performing Arts Mannheim offers professional education in music and the performing arts.
With its high-quality training environment, the University nurtures artistic excellence and expressive ability, and many of its graduates have gone on to successful international careers.
Zurich Dance Academy
We are currently finalizing the schedule and program details for the next training program.
Further information will be announced on this website as soon as it is confirmed.
Achievements
[2020]
• One-Year Scholarships: 2 Recipients (From Victoire Ballet Competition KOBE)
[2023]
• Short-Term Scholarships: 5 Recipients (From MGP)
As one of Switzerland's leading ballet training institutions, the school provides a high standard of dance education.
Rooted in classical ballet, it offers comprehensive training in contemporary dance and the performing arts, preparing students for successful international careers.
John Cranko Schule
We are currently finalizing the schedule and program details for the next training program.
Further information will be announced on this website as soon as it is confirmed.
A faculty member from the John Cranko School participated as a guest teacher at the Munich Workshop 2026, providing instruction to participants.
The school is also involved in the Munich Grand Prix (MGP), with its faculty serving as jury members, reflecting the ongoing collaboration between the John Cranko School and the International Ballet Forum.
The John Cranko School, based in Stuttgart, Germany, is one of the world's leading ballet training institutions.
Its state-of-the-art campus, completed in 2020, features spacious studios and student residences, welcoming talented young dancers from around the world. Working in close partnership with the Stuttgart Ballet, the school provides exceptional training in both technical excellence and artistic expression. Many of its graduates have gone on to successful careers with leading ballet companies worldwide.
The Palucca University of Dance Dresden
The Palucca University of Dance Dresden is the only independent university of dance in Dresden, Saxony, Germany. Founded in 1925 by the pioneering expressionist dancer Gret Palucca, it is one of Europe's most prestigious dance institutions, with nearly a century of history.
Further information will be announced on this website as soon as it is confirmed.
At the Munich Grand Prix 2023, five participants were selected for short-term study opportunities at the Palucca University of Dance Dresden and the Zurich Dance Academy.
The International Ballet Forum continues to maintain a close and ongoing relationship with the University.
Achievements
[2023]
• Short-Term Scholarships: 5 Recipients (From MGP)
The Palucca University of Dance Dresden is Germany's only independent university dedicated exclusively to dance.
Its modern campus features state-of-the-art facilities, including light-filled glass studios designed to provide an inspiring learning environment. Students can study a wide range of disciplines, including classical ballet, contemporary dance, and dance education.
Talented students from around the world come to study at the University, and many graduates have gone on to successful international careers.
Ballet Academy
University of Music and Performing Arts Munich
As one of Germany's leading ballet training institutions, the Ballet Academy attracts talented young dancers from around the world. Rooted in classical ballet, the Academy also provides comprehensive training in contemporary dance, stage performance, and other areas of the performing arts. Many of its graduates have gone on to successful international careers.
The International Ballet Forum has maintained a close partnership with the Academy for many years. Its Director, Jan Broeckx, serves as a jury member for the Munich Grand Prix (MGP) each year.
The MGP also offers opportunities to be selected for the Academy's Summer School and scholarships, giving many participants the chance to study in Munich.
Achievements
[2023]
• Scholarships: 9 Recipients (From MGP)
• Summer Workshop Half Scholarships: 3 Recipients (From Autumn Training Program)
[2025]
• Summer School Special Training Offer: 14 Recipients (From Vienna Training Program 2025)
• Summer School Half Scholarships: 2 Recipients (From Vienna Training Program 2025)
• Short-Term Scholarships: 7 Recipients (From MGP)
[2026]
• Summer School Selection: 8 Recipients
As one of Germany's leading ballet training institutions, the Ballet Academy attracts talented young dancers from around the world. As part of the University of Music and Performing Arts Munich, it offers a unique educational environment where students can study not only classical ballet but also music and the performing arts. Many of its graduates have gone on to successful careers with ballet companies worldwide.