ABOUT cRISTIANO

Cristiano began ballet in his hometown of Adelaide at The Barbara Jayne Dance Centre. He moved to Melbourne in 2009 to join The Australian Ballet School, where he trained for four years before graduating as Dux. He joined The Australian Ballet, rising through the ranks to Senior Artist in 2018. While there Cristiano performed featured and leading roles in almost all The Australian Ballets major repertoire, amongst both their classical and contemporary work throughout Australia and Overseas. Since retiring from the stage Cristiano has furthered his love for movement & is a certified Personal Trainer & Fitness Coach. Cristiano specializes in dance specific training and knows first hand the importance a strong, mobile and functional body can have on the start and longevity of a career in dance. As well as working with various clients/students in the gym since retiring, Cristiano has also been coaching & adjudicating for various classical bodies & studios across Australia such as Cecchetti Victoria, RAD & many more.