About Us
From Posture to Power: The Rise of The Stiletto Academy
Our story
The Stiletto Academy was born from a shared vision: to transform movement into mastery and heels into a symbol of power.
Blending the worlds of biomechanics, dance, theatre, and high fashion, we created more than just a training academy — we built a movement. What began as a passion for elegance, strength, and self-expression quickly evolved into a high-performance training system that empowers individuals to walk, dance, and command any space with confidence. Whether on stage, in the studio, or in everyday life, our mission is to help every student step into their fullest potential — with precision, presence, and unapologetic grace. From our very first clients to our growing global community, every step forward is a celebration of strength, art, and the power of heels.
Expertise You Can Trust: Our Commitment to Excellence
At the Stiletto Academy, quality isn’t just a standard, it’s our founders’ personal promise, built on years of expertise in dance, science, and the art of movement.
We’ve built a system where every detail matters — from how the body moves, to how confidence is expressed, to how elegance is felt. Our training methods are grounded in anatomical precision and performance expertise, developed through years of teaching, choreography, and global business experience. Every class, every course, and every curated piece of content reflects our uncompromising attention to detail and our belief in the transformative power of movement. We don’t teach from trends — we teach from mastery. And we uphold one simple standard: nothing leaves our hands unless it elevates yours.
Empowerment-Centered Approach
Beyond Movement: An Empowering Experience Designed Around You
We believe true transformation begins with understanding — not just how people move, but why they move. At The Stiletto Academy, every client is seen, supported, and celebrated. Our work goes beyond choreography; it’s about building confidence, poise, and presence.
From tailored coaching to thoughtful communication, every moment of your journey is crafted with care. Whether online or in-person, we create space for growth that feels luxurious, personal, and powerful.
We don’t follow trends — we teach mastery.
Because your confidence is our mission, and your success is our standard.
FOUNDERS & PHILOSOPHY
The Minds Behind the Movement
"We believe elegance is earned, not inherited. Behind The Stiletto Academy stands a partnership built on expertise, expression, and a shared obsession with excellence."
Why We Created The Stiletto Academy
The Stiletto Academy was born from one simple truth: walking in heels is never just about shoes. It’s about presence, power, and the freedom to express who you are without apology. We created the Stiletto Academy to help women unlock their full potential through movement — combining performance, science, and elegance into an experience that builds not just skills, but identity.
Yuliia Kovtun
High heels dance expert, professional theatre actress, and model, Yuliia brings precision, grace, and emotion to every movement. Her choreography fuses discipline with drama, giving students not only the skills to perform but the confidence to own every space they walk into. With deep knowledge of expressive movement, posture training, and stage presence, Yuliia leads from the heart — and on pointe.
“Movement is not just technique — it’s storytelling. I teach women how to speak without words.
Robert Taylor-Branco
With a background in exercise science, clinical nutrition, and international business, Robert merges biomechanics with strategy. He designs every program to be scientifically grounded and scalable — empowering students physically while shaping a business built to grow. From movement analysis to brand curation, he ensures the academy balances performance with professionalism, and art with structure.
“Mastery begins with alignment — between body, mind, and message.”
"STEP INTO CONFIDENCE, STRENGTH AND SUCESS"
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