Artistry in motion.

Established in 1967, the Federal Academy of Ballet (FAB) stands as a beacon of excellence in Malaysia.

We offer elite training in ballet, dance, and music, blending heritage with modern studio facilities for a world-class education.

A dancer in a flowing dress is captured in motion on stage, with motion blur indicating graceful movement.
Lee Lee Lan. Founder of Federal Academy of Ballet. Founder of The Dance Society of Malaysia. The First Asian Examiner ISTD.

A Legacy of Excellence

Founded in 1967 by Lee Lee Lan (16 September 1944 – 16 May 2022), the Federal Academy of Ballet is a living legacy of excellence in Malaysia. Lee—an internationally acclaimed dancer and choreographer brought distinction to Malaysian dance through a lifetime of leadership: she was the first Asian examiner for Ballet, Modern and Tap appointed by the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) in London, served as vice president of the World Dance Alliance, and sat on the committee of the International Council of Organizations of Folklore Festivals and Folk Arts (CIOFF), a partner of UNESCO. She also founded The Dance Society of Malaysia and the Kuala Lumpur Dance Theatre.

For more than five decades the Academy has carried forward Lee’s commitment to artistry and pedagogy, mentoring generations of dancers and teachers—including Joseph Victor Gonzales, Vicknendran Siva Lingham, David Lee, and Andrew Pan.

Our Disciplines

Master the fundamentals of classical technique with RAD-certified instruction and a focus on precision and grace.

Explore expressive movement and modern techniques designed to challenge the body and inspire the soul.

Find your rhythm in our dynamic tap classes, focusing on percussive footwork and musicality in a fun, upbeat environment.

Develop your musical foundation through private lessons and ensemble participation in our dedicated music studio.

Join the Academy

“Talent needs cultivation, Like flowers need rain.”

Lee Lee Lan, Founder of FAB

A ballet teacher congratulates her young students after a class, with two girls in pink tutus and a boy and girl in white shirts and black shorts, in a dance studio with a ballet barre.