Master teacher Diana Byer announces new Morning Advanced/Professional online classes from through June 5 via Zoom, as a part of her recently launched Teaching Cecchetti, a new channel meant to educate today’s dancers via social media. Through posting engaging and relevant content, Teaching Cecchetti highlights forgotten steps, Cecchetti fundamentals, and teaching methods passed down from Margaret Craske, Diana’s mentor and a direct pupil of Enrico Cecchetti. New morning classes for advanced and professional dancers will be offered Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday from 10am-11:45am and Thursday (Pointe) from 10am-11:15am. All classes are $15, with a discounted rate of $13 for IDNYC members.

Curious minds will see the Cecchetti classroom in action, and experienced dancers can revitalize their own training in seconds. Rooted in a rich tradition passed down from Enrico Cecchetti to Margaret Craske to Diana Byer, Teaching Cecchetti reframes modern ballet technique through the Cecchetti style, where technique isn’t just an end goal, but a vital tool in shaping thoughtful, expressive artists. The Cecchetti method strikes a balance between structure and expression, focusing on understanding rather than mere execution and skill over raw talent. Diana Byer continues Margaret Craske’s mission to cultivate artistry, musicality, gesture, and skill in the next generation of dancers.

“We are committed to sharing insights into how and why we teach dance—highlighting the importance of individualized instruction, safe training practices, and the integration of artistry into daily classroom work. The mission goes beyond preserving the Cecchetti method; we aim to make it relevant and valuable for today’s dancers, educators, and artists as they navigate the ever-changing world of dance,” said Diana Byer.

Classes are also available in-person at the NYTB Studios, 131 East 10th Street (entrance on East 11th Street just west of Second Avenue). 

Follow @teachingcecchetti on Instagram and Facebook for style, musicality, and skill taught through the modern eye of Diana Byer.