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Dance Academy of Virginia

4.3 ★★★★☆ 6 Google reviews · Ballet school in Alexandria, Virginia

Free trial Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Free trial / first class new students can usually try a class free or at a discount — call ahead or check their schedule to book your first one
  • Ages classes for ages 2–6 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
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  • Phone +1 571-800-6854
  • Website & schedule join.danceacademyva.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 2:30–9 pm
Tuesday 10 am–9 pm
Wednesday 2:30–9 pm
Thursday 3–9 pm
Friday 3–8:30 pm
Saturday 8:30 pm–12 am
Sunday 12 am–3:30 pm

Studio hours shift for holidays, recitals, and term schedules — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The programs they offer

Ballet programs on the schedule at Dance Academy of Virginia, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 3 mentions

“My daughter looks forward to class every week and has grown so much in both confidence and skill.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 6 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“This was our first time signing up our 4 year old for a full session at Dance Academy Virginia and we couldn’t be happier.”

🧸 wonderful with young kids 2 mentions

“My daughter is in the Little Dancers class and I love the way the class is structured!”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 4 mentions

“My daughter looks forward to class every week and has grown so much in both confidence and skill.”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 4 mentions

“The teacher is also wonderful and extremely professional.”

💪 builds confidence & discipline 3 mentions

“My daughter looks forward to class every week and has grown so much in both confidence and skill.”

From the reviews

Our family loves DAV of Del Ray! My daughter is in the Little Dancers class and I love the way the class is structured! Last year she did dance for the first time at a local recreation center and she wouldn't leave my side. She also told me it was boring, which broke my heart since she LOVES to dance and sing.

★★★★★ — Erica, Feb 2024

The first words that come to mind for DAV are wholesome and high quality. It has truly been a wholesome experience for our daughter, not only receiving high quality instruction from professional dancers, but focusing on the whole body and mind, as well as friendships and confidence.

★★★★★ — Heidi, Jan 2024

This was our first time signing up our 4 year old for a full session at Dance Academy Virginia and we couldn’t be happier. My daughter looks forward to class every week and has grown so much in both confidence and skill. The staff is incredibly kind, welcoming, and truly involved with every child.

★★★★★ — Gary, Jun 2025

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 6 reviews →

Your first ballet class at Dance Academy of Virginia

Nervous about walking into your first class? Almost everyone is — and a good studio expects beginners, whether your dancer is five or you're returning at fifty. Here's what to know. What to wear: comfortable clothes you can move in, with socks or bare feet; a leotard and tights are nice if you have them, but not required, and pointe shoes are years down the road — never day one. What to expect: class usually starts at the barre with slow, simple movements to warm up, then moves to the center — follow along, copy the teacher, and don't worry about getting it "right" the first time. Arrive early: come 10–15 minutes ahead to change, find a spot, and let the teacher know it's a first class so they can keep an eye out. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.

Ballet is for every age and every body. If you're returning from an injury or have a health concern, mention it to the teacher before class so they can offer modifications.

Where to find Dance Academy of Virginia

2402 Mt Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA22301

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