Such a wonderful, organized dance studio. The staff is top notch and you can tell in the quality of…read morethe dancers. The nutcracker they put on was spectacular. We had invited a bunch of extended family who all raved about how skilled the dancers were. We are excited to support this local business.

Academy appeared to be everything we wanted when we agreed to participate in a trial session. Was…read moreimpressed with the communication...HOWEVER... the academy did not provide a welcoming environment that makes you want to come back. The information communicated in the email, did not occur, we were not welcomed, given any direction or even introduced to the instructor. I am not sure if the staff felt we were out of place but we sure felt out of place with the treatment given to us as guest. Back to the drawing board.

I can't say enough good things about JSDA! Since our family started taking classes, we feel like…read morepart of a community! The teachers and office manager know all of us by name; the teachers take time to get to know their students (what makes them click and inspires them) and the office manager takes time to get to know the parents/caregivers, etc. and makes them feel welcome! During the COVID shutdown, the studio amazingly pivoted to virtual instruction very quickly. We were taking classes online before the schools or other activities were able to make the switch. As restrictions loosened, the studio welcomed in person dancers in a super safe manner and offered virtual instruction for those not comfortable with in person classes. Both were very well done. When school continued to be virtual, the studio offered a scholars program which allowed students to do their school work in the studio and take dance classes during their breaks. It was a social godsend to provide a pod like environment for our kids who craved social interaction, and exercise during virtual school (all done in a safe manner)! I was always impressed with the care the studio took to address the concerns of the various families so that everyone felt comfortable! The dance studio offers a variety of classes for beginners to serious, competitive dancers. I'd like to highlight their unique teen dance program which allows teenagers who are beginning dancers to comfortably take classes with other students their age. You're never too old to start dancing! The dance studio is located in downtown McLean and therefore conveniently located for parents/caregivers who can run meaningful errands nearby while their dancers are in class. But, the studio also has a lovely waiting area if you want to watch the classes on TV. Overall, I highly recommend JSDA's dance studio!

The new studio is loud and the vibrations from music shake the walls. I heard that installation…read moreof soundproofing in the walls and cushioning in the floors was discussed but not done. The dance room doors do not have windows and there is a locked private office which does not have a window in the door (it was stated that the office belongs to the owner, a man). There is also a teachers lounge which is locked. This is concerning because young children are there and private rooms create a safety issue. Most classes are in the evening and the children enter the building through a back door which faces a dark parking lot. There is a small light on the back of the building which was not working and there are no lights in the parking lot. Studios in the area charge less and offer more.

We had the BEST time in our private lesson with Amina. She taught our group of beginners how to…read moredance. After just 1 1/2 hours we were able to do a spirited routine together. What a thrill! She's a fabulous teacher with such positive energy. Thanks for a memorable evening!

Excellent teaching skills. Classes are small so a lot of opportunities to watch you and correct…read moreyour movements if needed.

Gary and the staff were so amazing and very helpful. Pricing for what you get is a great deal!…read moreUnfortunately i did have to cancel last minute but Gary had no problem with it at all knowing how life gets! Gary is very attentive to detail, reliable, and responsive. I would 100% book with him again!

Recommend their introductory class for two for just $39! Ask for Kareem. He's patient and detail…read moreoriented. Progresses at you and your partner's pace.

I cannot recommend this place strongly enough. I've taken classes with several teachers, and…read moreeveryone is kind, knowledgeable, and accepting. The scaffolding of skills demonstrates a strong understanding of pedagogy, and the environment is incredibly positive and accepting of all abilities and bodies. The variety of classes available for adults is impressive, and there is truly something for everyone. I am so grateful to have a studio like this in Bethesda.

Enjoyed taking evening classes this summer- a welcoming environment for tween dancers.read more

We recently enjoyed a fun cooking class at the McLean community center. All the staff we may were…read moreextremely friendly and helpful and the building is a great place to take classes or just relax as we saw a student doing. The professional kitchen was a clean and roomy enough environment for eight people plus a chef to whip together a fun communal dinner. We look forward to taking other classes soon

I came here on a Sunday with my daughter, son-in-law and grandchildren for a special event. It was…read morethe 11th Annual McClean Chocolate Festival on January 29, 2023. I was impressed by the size, cleanliness and functional layout of the community center. There was convenient & easy parking and a large lobby area that draws you back towards diverging hallways with a series of large adjacent rooms for holding community activities and events. For the 2023 Chocolate Festival there was a whole hallway of rooms where the vendors were displaying their delicious chocolate candies & treats that they had for sale! It was a very organized event. All purchases being made with tickets that you bought from the cashiers at a long table in the lobby just around the corner of the hallway. Down the other hallway was a special room set up as a children's game room with arts & crafts and Legos for the kids to build with. My grandchildren loved it! There were benches for relaxing on conveniently placed by the bathrooms. We sat there and shared some of the chocolate treats that we bought! That same day a flute quartet was providing music for the visitors. This was a super fun event. I would gladly return to this venue for other family themed activities. The spirit of volunteerism was also clear for all to see from the high school students in the game room and the adults selling the food and raffle tickets! until next time be kind to each other. #mccleancommunitycenter #familyfun #mccleanchocolatefestival

One of the most exciting discoveries for me this year was starting to attend Born 2 Dance -- it…read moretruly gave a special and inspiring beginning to the year. I regularly attend Belly Dance classes there, and I wholeheartedly recommend this place to everyone who wants not only to dance, but also to feel inspired, empowered, and connected through dance. Victoria Bloom and Jhalimar Villaroel create such an incredible, warm, and inspiring environment that it's always a pleasure to come back, recharge with positive energy, and discover the beauty of Belly Dance.

I had a really fun time taking a recent Cardio Hip-Hop class. The check-in process was easy. I…read moreasked the person at the counter if they took any classes there and they did. The check-in person was super welcoming and told me about some of the other dance formats offered there. This dance studio caters to both children and adults. So you will see kids running around, which is ok, but I am not really used to. The class started on time. The instructor had great energy and encouraged us to have fun and do things our own style. I haven't been dancing in a while, so I knew it would be a good challenge for me. I really had a lot of fun. My only surprise is that the classes are only 60 mins. I think they ought to be 70 minutes to include a proper 5 min warm-up and 5-minute cool-down. There wasn't a lot of warming up in the beginning of this particular class. I've taken adult dance classes for years and I am used to something that include some warm-up movements to get the rotating joints going, like neck rolls, shoulder rolls, and hip and lower back movements. The class did include a relaxing cool down with stretching for the lower body and upper body. I plan to take more Hip-Hop style classes. They offer Cardio Hip-Hop, Beginner Hip-Hip and more advanced levels, Sensual Dance, Twerk, Ballet, Shuffle, Street Jazz and a lot more. I plan to try about 5 more formats and sign-up for one class for the summer session. I highly recommend this place!

I love this community of dancers! That's what is so awesome about it. The people here are good…read morepeople that care about each other, they bring in amazing guests for workshops, they offer virtual classes too! I have also noticed that you will learn about the history and culture on the dance style, and it's very thorough. That is so important because it gives you more understanding and context of where the movement comes from and how it was used.

I'm blown away by the the classes and hospitality The…read morequality and devotion of the teachers amazes me.

We sought out a dance studio to help with our first dance. Alina was unresponsive and worked with…read moreour schedules to get us in. When we met she asked how we envisioned our dance and what we were looking for. It was exactly what we were looking. She began to teach us the moves -great attitude! I hurt my ankle so I wasn't able to practice, but she assured me that we have enough time for me to get the moves down and it will look great by our wedding day!

From the owner: Fred Astaire Dance Studios has been a trusted name in ballroom dance for over 75 years. At our…read moreFalls Church, VA location, we offer private lessons, group classes, and themed practice parties in over 30 dance styles. No partner or experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm! Come join our dance family)

I just got here in VA from the Philippines and I'm looking for dance classes near my place. Saw…read moretheir event in Meetup so I tried attending the intermediate adult hiphop. I got the 7:50pm cause the time posted was 8pm class, but apparently it would start at 8:30pm. People did their own "stretching". As soon as the class started the with choreographer begin with his first step. He gave a good class but not the usual type of classes I attend to in the Philippines. They usually start with an intro about the piece and what to focus on when doing the class which eventually came up during my class here. The technique and choreography is good. :)

I took a dance class with Christina tonight and it was so much fun! The dance was…read moreawesome-definitely challenging but Christina was a great teacher. She took us through all the steps and still had time to answer are questions or go back and explain if we couldn't pick it up the first time. She was hilarious as well! I went with two of my friends, who really enjoyed it too. We will be back!!