Shane wuerthner
 

Shane Wuerthner is an esteemed figure in the world of ballet, having enjoyed a successful career
as a professional dancer before transitioning to leadership roles in the industry. His career
trajectory is testament to his talent, dedication, and vision for the future of ballet.

Shane's dance journey began at The Kirov Academy of Ballet, where he graduated top of his
class in 2004. His exceptional skill and artistry were recognised by several prestigious companies,
including San Francisco Ballet, American Ballet Theatre, Boston Ballet, The Royal Danish Ballet,
and Vienna State Ballet.

Shane accepted the offer from Vienna State Ballet and joined as a corps de ballet member in
2005. His talent did not go unnoticed, and he rose through the ranks to become a soloist. In 2012,
he made a significant move to The San Francisco Ballet as a soloist, showcasing his ability to
adapt and excel in different environments. In 2014, Shane joined Queensland Ballet as a Soloist,
and his unwavering commitment and consistent performances led to his promotion to Principal in
2015.

Throughout Shane’s career he has worked with countless leaders in the ballet world. Shane’s
repertoire has included principal roles in Swan Lake, Sleeping, Beauty, Giselle, Coppelia, La Fille
Mal Gardee, The Nutcracker, La Sylphide as well as contemporary works by Jiri Killian,
Christopher Wheeldon, Twyla Tharp, Alexei Ratmansky, Natalie Weir and Jorma Elo.

He has been invited to perform with Andre Rieu in Paris, Leipzig and Austria and has appeared in
touring ballet productions in The UK, Italy, Paris, and across The United States. However, his
ambitions extended beyond performance, and he retired from the stage in 2017 to begin a career
as a fitness professional helping people of all walks of life find joy in movement.

His knowledge of dancer conditioning and passion for fitness quickly made him a sought-after
figure in this field. Notably, he was named Personal Trainer of the Year before he had even
completed one year as a trainer. Shane’s experience in fitness led him to establish Athletistry
Ballet, a venture that focused on adult ballet coaching and holistic movement practices. Building
on the success of this venture, he launched Athletistry Studio, which marked his return to the
ballet world as the leader and founder of his first dance school.

As Artistic Director of Athletistry Studio, Shane brought his unique perspective as a former
professional dancer and personal trainer to create a holistic approach to training and
performance. Shane’s students have received numerous prestigious international awards and are
currently dancing with multiple companies and professional schools around the world.

In 2022, Wuerthner took Athletistry into the digital realm, shifting to online coaching. This move
demonstrated his ability to adapt to the changing landscape of the arts and fitness industries. The
venture quickly gained traction, growing a social media following of more than 100k.

Today, Athletistry reaches an international audience with coaching, workshops, and guidance in
ballet and fitness, a testament to Shane's leadership, vision, and commitment to the art of ballet.