Welcome! I’m Fernanda Garduza, a ballet teacher and dancer based in New York City.

“I started my ballet journey with Fernanda's beginner ballet class at Cobble Hill Ballet. Over the course of a year I've learned so much thanks to her! I've grown a newfound appreciation for ballet, and will be taking classes for years to come. She is kind and communicative, which I really appreciated as a true beginner with no experience in ballet at all. I'm grateful to have had her as my first ballet teacher and would recommend her to anyone looking to try ballet for the first time!”

“Fernanda is a wonderful teacher! She brings a joyous and uplifting energy to each of her classes and genuinely cares about her students. She thoughtfully adapts her teaching to her students. Her explanations are clearly broken down, and her corrections are nuanced and always done in a positive and encouraging way. Through her guidance, I have grown so much.”

“Fernanda is thoughtful, kind, and tailors the instruction to her students. I really enjoy learning new movements in a welcoming environment and always look forward to taking her class. Combinations progress naturally, and even as beginners, it feels like we're dancing. Excellent teacher and highly recommend.”

“I am enjoying and growing from my private lessons with Fernanda. As an adult beginner, it’s special and unique to have one on one lessons, and even more special when you work with a great teacher. I highly recommend trying group or private classes with Fernanda as she makes the journey personalized, judgement-free, and fun.”