Momentum · Online ballet for students
Real training.
Real corrections.
Every week, from home.
Live Zoom classes with Mr. Runqiao Du and his faculty, plus class replays and a skills library in the Momentum portal for practice between lessons.
$179 per month · cancel anytime
What you get
One membership, three ways to train.
- 01
Live on Zoom
Unlimited live classes with a teacher watching and correcting each dancer by name, the same standard as the studio.
- 02
Class replays
Replays of every class in the portal, so a busy school week never means missing the material.
- 03
Training library
Self-paced videos on specific skills, technique and artistry, for focused practice between classes.
The week
Class schedule
Every class shown in your time zone, with New York time beside it.
Monday
- 4:30 PMBallet Tech · Beginner/IntermediateMr. Du · 90 min · 4:30 PM EDT
- 6:30 PMBallet Tech · Intermediate/AdvMr. Du · 90 min · 6:30 PM EDT
Tuesday
- 7:00 AMBallet Tech · Beginner/IntermediateMr. Du · 90 min · 7:00 AM EDT
- 6:00 PMBallet Tech · Intermediate/AdvMr. Du · 90 min · 6:00 PM EDT
- 7:40 PMPointe · Beginner/IntermediateMr. Du · 60 min · 7:40 PM EDT
Wednesday
- 11:30 AMBallet Tech · BeginnerMs. Gaither · 90 min · 11:30 AM EDT
- 1:10 PMPointe · Beginner/IntermediateMs. Gaither · 60 min · 1:10 PM EDT
Thursday
- 7:00 AMBallet Tech · Beginner/IntermediateMr. Du · 90 min · 7:00 AM EDT
- 6:00 PMBallet Tech · Intermediate/AdvMs. Fernanda · 90 min · 6:00 PM EDT
- 7:40 PMPointe · Beginner/IntermediateMs. Fernanda · 60 min · 7:40 PM EDT
Friday
- 8:00 AMBallet Tech · Intermediate/AdvMs. Gaither · 90 min · 8:00 AM EDT
- 9:40 AMPointe · Beginner/IntermediateMs. Gaither · 60 min · 9:40 AM EDT
Saturday
- 7:00 AMStudent MasterclassStudents onlyMr. Du · 90 min · 7:00 AM EDT
- 10:30 AMBallet Tech · Intermediate/AdvMr. Du · 90 min · 10:30 AM EDT
- 12:10 PMPointe · BeginnerMr. Du · 60 min · 12:10 PM EDT
Classes are mixed with adult dancers. The Student Masterclass is for students only.
Mr. Du personally teaches most classes. When he can't, one of our faculty steps in so every class keeps the same standard. Substitutions are always flagged in advance in your portal.
Levels
Classes run at clear levels. Your dancer starts where they are and moves up when their teacher says they are ready.
- Beginner
- Alignment, placement and the vocabulary of barre and centre.
- Beginner / Intermediate
- Cleaner turns, stronger adagio and reliable habits.
- Intermediate / Advanced
- Full class at pace, with detailed corrections on technique and artistry.
- Pointe
- Shorter classes that run straight after technique on the same day.
Plan builder
Build your week
Answer four quick questions and we'll suggest a spread-out weekly plan in your time zone.
Your experience
How often do you want to train?
Preferred time of day
Any days you can't train?
We'll build your plan around these — and space the rest out.
Train live, get seen, get corrected.
Watch part of a real class at two levels.
Beginner / Intermediate
Intermediate / Advanced
How it works
Three steps to your first class
- 1
Join
$179 per month. A parent completes checkout and can cancel anytime.
- 2
Book the week
The portal shows every class in your time zone. Book, and the Zoom link arrives 1 hour before class.
- 3
Practise between classes
Watch class replays and the training library in the portal, under Replays. They appear a few hours after each class.
Your teachers
Taught by people who coach for a living
- Mr. Runqiao DuFounder & Artistic Director
- Ms. Elizabeth GaitherFaculty
- Ms. Fernanda RuschelFaculty
Membership
One price. Everything included.
No packs, no credits, no tiers. One monthly membership with every live class, the replays and the training library.
Our promise
If after 30 days you're not seeing progress, tell us and your next month is free.
Momentum for Students
$179per month
Cancel anytime. Access until the end of your paid month.
- Unlimited live classes on Zoom
- Replays of every class in your portal
- Training video library in your portal: technique and artistry
- Book and cancel classes from the portal
- Cancel the membership anytime
Billed monthly by Stripe. By joining you agree to the Terms and Cancellation policy.
Who are student classes for?
Young dancers who are training seriously and want regular, specific correction. If you are not sure your dancer is ready, email support@runqiaodu.com with their age and training and we will tell you honestly.
Are classes mixed with adults?
Most Zoom classes are mixed. The Student Masterclass is for students only.
Does a parent need to be there?
A parent or guardian should be at home during class and is responsible for the space being safe: a clear floor, a stable barre, no furniture in the way. The teacher can coach and correct but cannot step in physically over Zoom.
Does my dancer need their camera on?
Yes, so the teacher can see and correct them. Set the device back far enough to show their whole body. Classes are recorded (teacher view only) for the members-only replays in the portal.
How do I book a class?
Log in to your portal, pick a day and tap Book. Membership is unlimited, so book as many classes as you like. We recommend 2 to 4 a week for real progress.
When do I get the Zoom link?
One hour before each class you book. It arrives by email and appears in your portal at the same time, with a Join on Zoom button.
Can I cancel a class I booked?
Yes. Cancel from your portal up to 1 hour before class starts. It frees your spot for another dancer.
How do I cancel my membership?
Anytime, from your portal: tap "Manage billing / cancel". You keep full access until the end of the month you have already paid for, and you are not charged again.
Where are the replays and the training library?
In your Momentum portal, under Replays. Every live class is recorded (teacher view only) and appears there automatically a few hours after class. The training library has short, self-paced videos on specific skills, both technique and artistry. Both are included with the membership.
What about time zones?
Classes are scheduled in New York time. The schedule on this page and in your portal shows every class in your own time zone, and you can change the zone in your portal.
What do we need at home?
About 6 ft by 6 ft of space, a hard floor (no carpet), and a barre or something sturdy to hold. A laptop or tablet works better than a phone, and a steady internet connection.
What if it is not working for me?
If after 30 days you're not seeing progress, tell us and your next month is free. Email support@runqiaodu.com. Outside of that promise we do not refund part of a month, but you can cancel anytime and you will not be charged again.