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The Upper Valley’s premiere redemptive arts studio that seeks to eleVate life & learning through the practice of creating in community. eleVe is a cohort & space—curated to inspire beauty, deepen community, & foster strength.

Founded by ballet instructor, trauma & cancer survivor, and award-winning MFA writer Victoria Sottosanti, eleVe is an organic, re-creative arts studio where the transformative power of Story is taught, learned, & lived.

Whether you’re a dancer, survivor, host, or local business owner, eleVe exists to bridge the gap between excellence and accessibility, providing personalized support that is both elite & authentic. We hope you join our story soon. Together, let’s write something new!

e l e V e

a multifaceted definition:

a step in ballet when a dancer’s heels lift from flat off the ground.

an essence of lifting (or being lifted) up.

a safe space to to learn & make.

an atmosphere ‍curated to commune, inspire, & create.

a sanctuary of healing & change.

that local arts place who knows you by name.

those fine arts classes where creativity is cultivated & cherished.

the studio where story lives.

Praise for e l e V e

  • Poetry in Motion


    "Victoria helps you experience the beauty of how ballet is often described as 'poetry in motion' in a way that feels accessible and deeply personal. Her classes are the highlight of my week!"

    — Jessica, Adult Dancer

  • Exceptional Instruction

    “After training in major hubs like New York, Montreal, and Nashville, I can confidently say that Victoria’s instruction is uniquely tailored to the needs of her individual students. My growth is a direct result of her exceptional guidance.”

    — Adams, Intermediate Adult

  • The Newcomer's Sanctuary

    "As a complete beginner at 27, I found a sanctuary at eleVe. Victoria is friendly & fun, her energy—uplifting and safe—making an intimidating art form feel like home."


    — J.C. Beginner Adult

  • Confidence & Poise

    "At eleVe, Victoria has created something truly special. I’m not only learning ballet—I’m becoming more confident and poised in my life as a woman, mom, and wife."

    — eleVe Ballet Co Dancer

  • A Family Atmosphere

    "Unlike larger studios where you feel like just another face in the crowd, Victoria fosters a 'family' atmosphere. Her classes are rigorously challenging, yet infectious with lighthearted energy."

    — Founding Dancer

  • Tailored Progress

    "Through semi-privates and open classes, I’ve seen a massive improvement in what my forty-something-year-old body can do. Victoria pushes me while respecting my agency and my awareness of what I’m capable of each day."

    — Alison, Adult Student

  • A Shame-Free Space

    "I have never seen Victoria suggest that any body shape or size does not belong in a studio. She meets my body where it is with humor and support, fostering an environment where correct technique always comes first."

    — Adult Student

  • Learning Together


    "As an adult beginner, I am so thankful for this supportive environment. In Victoria's classes, I’ve had the unique opportunity to observe and learn alongside dancers of all ages, levels, and backgrounds."


    — Founding Student

  • Classical Repertoire, a Joy

    "Ballet integrates music and structured movement to produce beauty. Victoria communicates her love of the art through careful instruction and a warm, accepting atmosphere, striving to make the classical repertoire a joy."

    — Ellen, Private Pointe Student