“My name is Cynthia Harvey. I was a principal dancer with both American Ballet Theatre and The Royal Ballet. I’ve had the privilege of being a freelance teacher and stager of classical works as well as being the Artistic Director of American Ballet Theatre’s Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis School from 2016-2022. I have sat on juries around the world, and it was as A.D. of the JKO School that I encountered Julia as a teacher. Her students were entered for competitions such as Youth America Grand Prix and they were very well prepared, disciplined, and retained the joy of dance all at once. It’s important to choose teachers and schools wisely, and with Julia, her students are the proof of her sound efforts. Long may that continue!”
— Cynthia Harvey 31 May 2022, Principal Artist, American Ballet Theatre & The Royal Ballet/Artistic Director of America Ballet Theatre’s Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis School 2016-2022
"After a distinguished international ballet career Julia has now established herself as one of Sydney's most accomplished teachers. With a great focus on technique and artistry, passion for dance runs through the veins of all who attend her studio."
— Adam Bull Principal Artist, The Australian Ballet
"I had the pleasure of knowing Julia since her early professional dancing days. She was an extremely talented dancer and danced a variety of styles which has stood her in good stead with her teaching career. The discipline and dedication Julia showed in her training is now being passed on to her students. With the success of her teaching this has now been shown with the recognition of her students being accepted into many prestigious International training institutions. How lucky to be training under her guidance and I’m sure Julia will continue to pass on her knowledge and wisdom and help promising students gain entry into the dance profession."
— Gary Norman, Former Principal Artist & Ballet Master, The Australian Ballet/Former Principal Artist, The National Ballet of Canada/Former Principal Artist, The Royal Winnipeg Ballet/Senior teacher at The Australian Ballet School /Senior teacher at The Royal Ballet School London
“My name is Jean-Yves Esquerre, founder and director of European School of Ballet located in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. I first knew Julia Regi as a performer with the Hamburg Ballet. She was a strong, charismatic, and sensitive artist who worked throughout her entire career with exceptional masters from whom she has learned the best there is to know in our profession. We reconnected years later when I welcomed to my school a few of the dancers she trained. Her passion and dedication, transpires through the work of her students. Her sense of classicism, her knowledge of ballet and her determination to reach the highest goals will have her become undoubtedly one of the most prominent pedagogues in Australia. I am looking forward to seeing her work develop and I will always be happy to welcome more of her students into our professional school. Sincerely,”
— Jean-Yves Esquerre, European School of Ballet Founder/Director
"Julia has been an influential and pioneering presence in the dance scene in Sydney, providing accessible ballet classes for both adults and full-time professional students. Her care and enthusiasm for ballet as an art form is evident through the calibre of her students, who are conscientious, diligent, and eager to learn. They have a strong technical foundation but also a sense of individuality, and are a joy to work with, which is a testament to Julia's teaching. Best, "
— Ty King Wall Principal Artist, The Australian Ballet
"I wouldn't be the dancer I am today without Julia's constant devotion to our art. Her passion for passing on her years of knowledge to her students is invaluable and I will cherish everything she has taught me when she was my teacher.Beyond the studio she also taught me how to take on what the ballet world can throw at you and that has made me the professional I am today."
— Evan Loudon Principal Artist, Scottish Ballet
"Julia was an exceptional dancer performing as soloist with the finish national ballet . I was a guest teacher at the time and spent lots of time together coaching her for roles such , the Arabian in Nureyev nutcracker , pas de quatre in swan lake , Sylvie Gulliems Giselle , I was happy to see her in NYC coming to visit me when she was performing here."
— David Howard International Ballet Master
(14 June 1937 – 11 August 2013)
"I’m choreographer Pontus Lidberg. I have known Julia since we first met at the Royal Swedish Ballet School in Stockholm. After having followed her career as a dancer in Europe and the US, we reconnected in her new role as teacher and coach, and subsequently as the Artistic Director of the International Classical Ballet Academy in Sydney. A few years ago, she brought seven students to the YAGP competition in NYC, where I was impressed to see them perform and get offered scholarships to prestigious schools across the globe. There is no doubt Julia’s generosity and knowledge would be a gift for an aspiring ballet dancer."
— Pontus Lidberg, Internationally renowned Choreographer
"When I first moved to Sydney, Julia was the teacher recommended for private lessons. Her students showed excellent technique and growth under her European guidance, and I knew if I wanted to clean my technique before moving overseas, Julia would be someone who could help with that. She taught me different ballet techniques and encouraged me to alway try my hardest. She saw your strengths and weaknesses, and trained you to be an all-rounded dancer. When she needed to be tough, she was tough, when I need to talk things out, she was there to listen, and when praising my success, she was there cheering. she really went above and beyond to support her students, and made me believe I could pursue a career in dance."
— Luke Hayward, Company Dancer Sydney Dance Company
"I am Benjamin Pech former Etoile of the Paris Opera Ballet and now Associated Director of "Opera di Roma" ballet company I know Julia for over 15 years now and seen her dancing and teaching around the world She is very passionate about Ballet and her teaching and focuses a lot on perfection in technique and artistry. in 2010, she invited me as a guest teacher to her dance studio in Sydney, and I could see how professional she was with her students I was also impressed by the level of the school, and the diversity of styles she taught them Most of the students were prepared to international dance competitions and some of them were ready to integrate an official ballet company She is a very much liked Ballet teacher in Australia."
— Benjamin Pech, former Étoile Paris Opera Ballet
Associated Director of "Opera di Roma" Ballet Company
"To introduce myself, my name is Heather Jurgensen. I am a former member of the New York City Ballet, was a principal dancer with the Hamburg Ballet, and currently am Associate Artistic Director of Ballett Kiel, in northern Germany. Through my many years of experience in the dance world I know how much dedication and hard work is necessary to make a career in the field and to form something of quality, such as a successful dance studio. These are qualities that Julia had, when I had the pleasure of making her acquaintance in Hamburg at the ballet school while she attended. I know that that she spent the years since then gathering expertise and knowledge to share with others. And most importantly, her warm personality will make any venture a success! I recommend any dancer or dance student to be trained by Julia anyone would benefit from her coaching."
— Heather Jurgensen, Associate Artistic Director Ballett Kiel
“To introduce myself, my name is Anna Grabka. I was a professional ballet dancer for 23 years. First, as first soloist with The Polish National Ballet for 5 years and then as principal dancer with The Hamburg Ballet for 18 seasons. Currently I am an Associate Professor of Classical Dance at the Tanz Akademie Zürich (TAZ). I remember Julia as a student at the Hamburg Ballet School, she was very talented dancer.Then we met at the International ballet competition YAGP in NYC. Julia's passion is dance, her students were solid and professionally prepared for the competition. Julia is a competent dance practitioner. She is able to naturally motivate and inspire her students to work creatively. She cares about the development of her pupils. Her students perform well on stages in Europe and the USA.”
— Anna Grabka, Associate Professor of Classical Dance Tanz Akademie Zürich
"I am very fortunate to have trained under the care, knowledge and mentorship of Julia Horvath for many years. Her technical and artistic expertise, both as a dancer and teacher of classical ballet have shaped me into the dancer I am today. Julia’s passion and skill for coaching and nurturing dancers helped me to fulfil my lifelong dream of becoming a professional ballet dancer. I will forever be grateful for Julia’s time, energy and care of me, and I owe a great deal of my career accomplishments to her tutelage."
— Georgia Neaverson, Corps de Ballet Polish National Ballet
"Julia teaches with such passion and generosity with her wealth of knowledge that she gained through her extensive classical ballet professional career. As a student of Julia's in my pre- professional years, I am so thankful to have had a teacher so devoted to developing strong technique and artistry that really pushed all her students including myself, to realise their potential. Julia gives creative ballet classes and coaching with a strong focus on European classical technique that is so valuable in the development and education of inspiring dancers and professionals."
— Hayley Page, Artist Hamburg Ballet
"I was very lucky to have been trained by the incredible Julia for 2 years. Her knowledge on European ballet companies and training ensured I was ready to move to Europe to peruse my dreams. I left Australia feeling confident in my technical and artistic skills thanks to Julia's training. Can’t recommend her enough!"
— Laura Gale, Company Member Brussels Ballet
"The classes I taught at your studio I was left feeling inspired by the energy that was returned by the students openness and willingness to learn. It was a wonderful environment that encapsulated the love of dance for both young and old alike."
— Paul Knobloch, Ballet Master of The Australian Ballet
"I have known Julia since Hamburg Ballet School times and what has always struck me about her is a contagious passion about dancing and living! The energy that accompanied her through the international career made it possible to collect an immense experience which is now passed on to her lucky students! Passionate, demanding and with a great sense of humour, caring about her students; that what's makes Julia a unique teacher."
— Silvia Azzoni, Principal Artist Hamburg Ballet
My Dear Julia, Hope you are well, it's been a pleasure to work with you and coach your wonderful students in NYC, They are truly spectacular and worked very well with me You are a very inspiring young woman who is very passionate about your teaching, you doing a fantastic job! It be a pleasure to teach them again soon! Keep in touch My dear. All the best much love Willy
— Willy Burmann
(1939 - 2020)
"My name is Megumi Eda. I am a dancer/filmmaker. I have been dancing professionally for nearly 30 years including the Matsuyama Ballet, the Hamburg Ballet, Dutch National Ballet, the Rambert Dance Company and Armitage Gone! Dance (NY). Julia and I were classmates in the Hamburg Ballet school .She was the kindest person and was loved by many. Not only she has a suitable body for ballet, she was already pursuing a clear technique at her youth. From her personality, there is no doubt that she will continue to be a ballet teacher loved and respected by all people."
— Megumi Eda, Freelance dancer/filmmaker
"Julia always knew how to push me to my limits and to the absolute best of my ability. My technique and performance quality continued to progress and strengthen with all the hours of dedication, passion and professionalism Julia expressed in every lesson. She helped me believe in myself and was the mentor I really needed in my training years, without her I would have never accomplished all that I did. I will always be grateful that I was lucky enough to be inspired by her and I would not be the dancer I am today without any of her guidance and constant support."
— Jennifer Horvath, Artist Limitless Dance Company
"Julia is an Inspirational hard working teacher who sees your full potential and strives to get nothing less. I have a lot to thank her for in the lead up to my career as a Ballet dancer and Performer."
— Annie Bertinshaw, Cast member 'Cats' Vienna production
"Julia’s method of teaching produces exceptional results. She is the ultimate perfectionist that has a good eye for detail therefor helping dancers reach their goals."
— Sarah Boulter Director and Founder Ev & Bow
"I was lucky enough to be trained by Julia during full-time training in Sydney. Julia is an incredibly talented teacher who has unrivaled attention to detail and technique, bringing European technique to Australia! Thank you Julia for all your hard work, I am grateful to have had the opportunity to train with Julia."
— Grace Robinson, Royal Ballet School
"My name is Mallika Aithala, a student of the Berlin State Ballet School. I worked with Miss Julia from the age of 12-15, and did many privates with her which allowed me to stay in Manly Selective School until we worked together to find an European company school for me. Miss Julia focused and put in a lot of effort on training. My ballet ability improved a lot under Miss Julia's training. It helped me to get into the Dutch National Ballet Academy. After one year of studying there I moved to the Berlin State Ballet School for their Bachelor of Arts program in stage dance. Miss Julia is very tough but very caring; she pushes her students hard to be the very best that they can be."
— Mallika Aithala, Dutch National Ballet Academy
“I studied under Julia for two years. In that time Julia taught me the importance of discipline and hard work. Julia's classes were always well thought out and demanded the very best from everyone of her students. In my time under Julia’s direction, through her vast world wide contacts, Julia helped expose me to international competitions and helped introduce me to directors and teachers around the world. She was instrumental in creating many opportunities for me to dance in international galas as well as dancing with professional companies and professional schools. Her passion and love for this art form was pivotal in my early training and she is one of the reasons I'm a professional dancer today.”
— Joel Woellner, Principal Artist Queensland Ballet