If your child desires to work in musical theatre or attend college for musical theatre, this is the…read moreplace to dance. If your child wants to attend a studio where the leaders and teachers value every single child, regardless of the child's talent or number of classes per week, this is the place to dance. There is an authentic positivity flowing from every nook of the studio, modeled by the owners and practiced by every teacher.

Encore Performers has made me the dancer I am today. I am so grateful for both the support and…read moretechnique that my teachers have given me. Not only is the Jazz training like none other but the Ballet teachers are the best in Northern Virginia. Also, my Tap Teachers are Courtney Moran (42nd Street National Tour), Paige Williams (Holiday Inn Broadway) and Luke Spring (just look up his name in Google. You'll thank me later). You will not regret sending your dancer to Encore Performers. Technique, support, and SO much fun!

With so many martial arts schools available in the Northern Virginia area that cover a wide…read morespectrum of styles and disciplines, Master Folta's Traditional Uechi-Ryu Karate stands out among them. Seriously, this is the real deal - this school is probably the closest opportunity outside Okinawa you'll get to learning authentic traditional karate from a master practitioner as it was originally conceived by Kanbun Uechi back at the beginning of the 20th century. This style of karate is practical for both self defense and physical fitness, and promotes self-discipline and a healthy life style. Progressing through the various ranks is well structured and meaningful, and you absolutely get a sense of accomplishment as you do so. The staff at Okinawa Karate and Cultural Center make learning karate easy and fun, for all ages and abilities, with hands on classes at the Okinawa Karate and Cultural Center and at various Parktakes rec centers throughout Fairfax County. My whole family signed up for karate classes during the pandemic on a whim, but it only took just a few short classes to realize what a gem of an opportunity we have right here in northern Virginia. I cannot recommend it highly enough! Give it a try and join a great karate community!

I've been a long time student of Master Folta since 2005. I started at Oak Marr Recenter, before…read moremoving up the ranks, and eventually teaching for his dojo. I'm very pleased to see that he finally was able to open his own independent dojo to celebrate traditional Okinawan Uechi Ryu Karate, as well as the rich cultures that Okinawa brings. The Cultural Center has many artifacts in a museum style in a side room. There's also many people from the community like the DC Okinawan Kai who utilizes the space. It is a safe and welcoming space for not just Okinawan people, but those interested in learning more about the culture and tradition. This spacious dojo has two kicking/punching bags ready for training, many talented instructors, and classes for children and adult alike! I am excited for what's to come for this OKCC! I hope new students can find their new karate home like it's been for me throughout the years!

Coaches with huge egos. Do you want to learn jiu jitsu or join a cult ? They like to yell at their…read morestudents and make cringe jokes. Honestly any other gym has been a better experience than this one. The coaches have favorites and won't progress you if he doesn't like you.

Nothing fancy, pretty basic, some equipment, and a decent amount of room for their different MMA…read moreclasses (including two large matted areas for you to flip on, be pushed on, and fight/dance it up!) If you're unsure about it all, breathe in, breathe out, and woosaa - 1st timers get 2 free weeks of whichever class they want to pop into. Try them all if you want. They even have classes for kids. I once knew nothing about the many different forms of martial arts and I honestly have nothing to compare Fairfax Jiu Jitsu to, but I strongly believe it is the people who can make or break any kind of establishment. Needless to say, it is everyone here, from Dave (one of the managers) to the students in the [I'm not telling you what I took!] class, that make this place amazing. Classes will challenge you, you will learn, and you'll enjoy it all. I think I found my 2nd family. Try it out, let them know you saw my review, and that you're ready for some ass kickery!

I currently have a 6 year old daughter that started with Centreville Dance Academy (CDA) 2 years…read moreago. My daughter has ADHD and requires extra redirecting. This past semester my daughter had to start therapy. Her teacher accommodated my daughter to allow her to attend dance instruction at and continue so she could participate in the dance recital. Her ballet and Acro dance have been vital to her mental health. My daughter is beaming with joy every time we enter those doors. I cannot say enough positive things about Centreville Dance Academy. The negative review about the costs is uninformed. The costs are similar to most other reputable dance academies. The quality of dance instructions at this academy is very good. I am a ballroom dancer myself and I have attended 2 years of their recitals.

My little boy started the 3's class this fall and was very nervous and scared. He cried when it was…read moretime to start class refusing to put on his shoes. Miss Brooke didn't bat an eye, she scooped him up and told me me not to worry. That it was a totally normal reaction and he would love class in no time. By his third class he was full of excitement and asking me every day if it was dance class day. The studio is run by staff that are dedicated, talented and experienced.

The Russell School of Ballet is an Excellent dance school with a wonderful supportive culture for…read moreall ages.

Truly a wonderful place to dance! Kind and knowledgeable instructors, a family-like atmosphere, and…read morebeautiful shows!

My wife, 15 month old daughter and I recently moved to the area from out of state and were eager to…read morefind a place where our little girl could interact with others and develop all those great skills she is working on at home. Well, what do you know! The Little Gym of Fairfax was just about to open! We submitted our info online prior to opening so we could get some info and hopefully take advantage of their grand opening discount being offered should be decide to sign up. The coordination and orientation call we had was organized and informative, allowing us to ask questions and answering them well. Plus, they allowed us to do a free class to see what the gym was about. After seeing the joy on our daughter's face through that first session, and all the excellent service we received from all the staff, we were convinced we'd sign up and continue to go. It has been about a month and a half now of weekly classes and our girl has learned so many skills so quickly, has gotten more confident, and has improved her social skills through interactions. Definitely recommend The Little Gym in Fairfax!

I went for a free trial class. The teacher/instructor was the son of the owner. He was so much fun…read more He was respectful of boundaries with a shy baby. He was the perfect amount of energetic and calm. I will definitely consider this location when my daughter's nap schedule changes. They completely understood and no pressure to join. This location is new and very clean. Thank you for letting us try the class!!

Great programs and the owner is great. Each day has different classes such as Baking, STEM, and art…read moresensory. My kids love going and the owner is so helpful with each kid.

Wonderful discovery for my pre-teen, neurodivergent son go get away from homeschooling and just…read moreplay and meet other kids. They have so much for them to do, no devices are allowed all day, and my son came home wiped out to sleep early which this single mother REALLY appreciated! This is my review from my son: : I liked your indoor camp a lot. It was exciting for all ages, and I met a lot of new friends there who were a lot of fun! There's science experiments and many rooms to explore to do activities in. There are groups in the camp: yellow, red, blue, and purple. The groups all represent different age groups, so you can play with people your age. It's a fun place with everything a child would dream of doing, and the staff are really nice too. There's educational classes for reading and art. The camp also tires out all the children by making lots of play which tires them to sleep extra early. It's a big place with a lot of running around space and do activities inside the building! There are a lot of board games to play such as Monopoly, Bingo, Uno, and Connect 4! A lot of children go there, and plat time, I hope to be there again soon.

They closed due poor business management and under qualified teacher. They were very expensive for…read morethe quality of instruction.

If there were a 6th Star I would award that too! What a…read morerefreshing positive enthusiastic talented group of instructors! Since our daughter has been dancing for Mr Noel and Ms Ashley she has improved her technique and her stage presence leaps and bounds! This talented team of instructors got it right! Building the dancer from the inside out. Their expertise, positive attitude, and constructive style provide a great learning environment! They've got the recipe for creating a happy, polished, successful dancer!

Amazing staff and great community of people. Not only have I learned so much, but I have competed…read morein showcases that have helped build my confidence. I am so glad I made the choice to start learning here!

Love the studio and the people! I used to dance when I was a kid and always wanted to go back to…read morebasics. Steve and everyone in the studio are so nice and knowledgeable and supportive thru the journey.