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Passion Dance

4.8 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · Ballet school in Henrico, Virginia

Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Ages classes for ages 6–18 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
  • Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
  • Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (804) 412-8100
  • Website & schedule passionacademy.net — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 10 AM–8:30 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–8:30 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–8:30 PM
Thursday 10 AM–8:30 PM
Friday 10 AM–7 PM
Saturday 9 AM–4 PM
Sunday Closed

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 Passion Dance, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 11 mentions

“Dwayne has thoughtfully inspired my daughter's love of guitar by teaching her in a way that appeals to her - by learning her favorite songs and artists!”

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☀️ Summer Intensives

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🧸 Toddler & Pre-Ballet

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 26 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“The studio is new, well equipped and welcoming.”

🧸 wonderful with young kids 4 mentions

“Dwayne has thoughtfully inspired my daughter's love of guitar by teaching her in a way that appeals to her - by learning her favorite songs and artists!”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 6 mentions

“Passion has been an incredible and safe place for my teen to grow in confidence as well as grow in theater skills.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 3 mentions

“Dance, music (voice and instrumental) and musical theatre lessons and performances.”

From the reviews

It is hard to describe how amazing and supportive this arts academy is… all of the teachers are professional and extraordinarily patient and kind, but they still manage to push the kids to be the best version of themselves as an artist and a human being.

★★★★★ — Thomas, Feb 2026

Passion Academy is amazing!!! Dance, music (voice and instrumental) and musical theatre lessons and performances. The owners, Daniel and Katie Johannesson along with dance director Sarah Ruppels Bullis provide lessons and training for all levels and all ages culminating in spectacular productions.

★★★★★ — Tom, Aug 2025

My 3 year old daughter takes her music lessons with Alex here. She understood she s too young and is very patient and encouraged her well, helped her develop her desire to play piano and introduced her to other instruments too. The studio is new, well equipped and welcoming.

★★★★★ — Meera, Nov 2017

They are amazing! Katie is great! I’m really glad I founded this ballet company for my little girl. They are very patient and kind with kiddos!.

★★★★★ — Ana, Nov 2024

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Your first ballet class at Passion Dance

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 Passion Dance

3923 Deep Rock Rd, Henrico, VA23233

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