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.

Came to 1st Stage with my sister to watch "The Lake Effect" written by Rajiv George. What a…read morebeautiful performance! The emotion and passion from each actor drew me in instantly. The venue is nice and small - perfect for a weekend show. Lots of seating and provides visitors an experience of feeling ever so close to the stage. Very intimate and I appreciated hearing insights from the director after the performance. Highly recommend 1st Stage if you want to support a wonderful local theatre production!

First time here seeing a play. Very humble place. Staff is so friendly and its close to metro for…read morethe carless folks. They have a nice theater. Seats a lot of people and you're close. Limited number of bathrooms. However they will be undergoing a renovation soon. Can't wait to come back post renovation.

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!

Went to free Wolf Trap concert + fireworks ! and honestly it was even better than one of the…read moreKennedy Center concerts I went to recently, which left me really disappointed. Maybe it's partially because it's free or opening concert that is intended to make you want to attend more paid concerts at venues, but the Marching Band and camera work/acoustics were pretty stunning. There were covers of Wicked (it was sung by the woman pictured who also narrated and blew me away with her vocal range-really moving) and a jazz duet that made it not seem boring..for the first time in my life. Everyone in the band is super talented and locked in-really inspiring-you can see they're bringing the energy and giving it their all. The weather was a bit rainy so seating requires extra preparation, but concert was really exciting. This Marching Band has been around since the time of Thomas Jefferson's inauguration and is around 230 years old, almost as old as the founding of the country. The concert was for Memorial Day and I'm someone who's skeptical of everything, but I also was feeling a bit patriotic in the end of with all the talent. The fireworks were pretty impressive too. Bathrooms outside were accessible with minimal lines. To get to the actual venue, there's a bit of a hike up from the parking but there are also a few people driving some carts up for free and I got to ride that too. Some of the direction and blocking off to direct into parking was awkward and require a roundabout drive. Parking can also be a bit crowded, but there was plenty-just be careful driving out of the venue with the traffic because noted there's some impatient/aggressive drivers. There was also some smoke from the fireworks that create what looks like a fog when you walk back down to parking. You can arrive early for better seating, but I was fine going there shortly before the concert starting. Overall really well done and so glad I went even in the rain-unfortunately my pictures do not really do it justice. Here's the link to the concert I went to: https://www.wolftrap.org/show/blast-off/

Ventured over with my sisters expecting an incredible show as we've made Mav's shows a thing since…read moreour mother transitioned. Anyhoo- I'm not sure why they headlined Chandler, Naomi Reign, Todd G and NONE of them were present. I hope someone calls me back from customer service. We were really looking forward to this evening but ended up disappointed. Not cool Wolf Trap** Happy Yelping!

We have been fortunate to be a part of GWDC community for more than 2 years. My daughter started in…read morepre-Ballet and continues to dance now at 6. The studio owner is amazing, professional, and proactive. She was one step ahead when covid hit the community to ensure the dancers could carry on w what they loved in a safe way. The GWDC has provided a great foundation for my daughter. They are inclusive, supportive, professional, and overall a fun community to be a part of!

An amazing dance studio that helps dancers grow while being supportive and welcoming. My daughter…read moreloves it! Dancing in the Nutcracker is a highlight of her year.

This place is possibly the very best local dance school I've seen. Teachers at Cuppett's know their…read morestuff so that kids learn safely and beautifully. Many kids take lessons here from toddler all the way through high school. Some of those high school students dance so well you would be hard pressed to tell them from big-city professional dancers. It's wonderful to see the kids grow and develop over the years. Amazing! Cuppett's has several studios within the same building and there are lots of classes to choose from. It focuses on a strong ballet foundation, and offers many additional forms of dance. Teachers and office staff are nice and well organized. Between staff and all the girls who take lessons, it is a good nurturing atmosphere. My only complaints are that the school has grown so much that dance recitals are kind of huge. Some classes fill quickly. And some classes are at times that make it hard for a working parent to drive to. (And I wish classes cost a little less because that would make it easier to take more classes.) All in all, though, it's great!

Wonderful establishment. Knowledgeable and professional teachers, a huge variety of classes as…read morewell. Very nice and helpful desk staff made registering easy

My son has danced with this team of people for a year now. Krissy is the best of the best. She is…read morejust a delight. She's incredibly meticulous with every necessary detail, and also one of the kindest, most exhuberant, loving people I've ever met. All of the dance moms and dads are also incredibly friendly and awesome. It 100% feels like a good family you want to be with. My son loves dancing here. Just loves it! It is his passion. I love that the kids learn stunts and are never made to feel inadequate if they struggle to learn something. The kids also learn a wide variety of dance moves. The studio is starting up their own exercise classes now for adults, and once the classes jive with my son's dance practices, I can't wait to sign up for those too!

My daughter started dancing at Velocity in high school. Realizing that the high school Pom and…read moredance team was not enough to prepare for a college dance team. Little did we know, we would not only get an exceptional dance experience, but a supportive and encouraging environment. We have grown up in a dance studio but had never felt the dance family vibe before. Good Vibes Only is truly what this place stands for. Wish we would have found it sooner!

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!

Gary was a joy to work with. Space is clean, beautiful, and can host a lot of people. I highly…read morerecommend booking this venue for any event.

This is a very welcoming place. We started ballet this year at 15yo, 12yo and 8yo. Alexia, the…read moreowner/head instructor, is very positive and encouraging to all her students including older beginners. She knew what they were capable of before they knew it themselves. Four months later, they are performing in the Nutcracker on stage! If you are looking for a place where your child can grow and be nurtured into a professional ballet dancer, if desired, this is your place. Alexia is on a mission to inspire the next generation to be leaders through a love of dance. Each of my girls enjoy going to dance class, they have made lots of friends and they are learning so many new skills.

These litterbugs put up signs in February advertising their summer ballet classes. Now that the…read moresign-up deadline has long passed (summer is basically over), they refuse to take them down. (I sent an email to no avail.) Yet another business who doesn't care. Maybe they think that signs just magically evaporate after a certain amount of time.