DC Dancesport Academy offers elite-level ballroom dance group classes in all styles. For new dancers, we offer classes in the fundamentals of dance. For competitors and more experienced dancers, we provide high-end dance training.
Classes do not require a partner. Walk-ins are welcome.
DCDA’s Adult Dance Class Schedule
INSTRUCTIONS TO JOIN DCDA CLASSES
ATTN: Class attendance will still be taken through the MindBody app.
You can check yourself into class thru the app or you can email us at dance@dcdancesportacademy.com and we will check you into the class. Please read the pricing options carefully to determine DCDA member and non-member prices when making your purchase. DCDA members have a green balloon next to their name.
DCDA’s SCHEDULE OF CLASSES
May 25 – June 7, 2026
MONDAY, MAY 25
No Group Classes
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TUESDAY, MAY 26
7 PM Ladies Styling Class
7:45 PM Am. Smooth Technique: Viennese Waltz
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 27
7 PM – 8:30 PM Ladies Formation (by invitation)
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THURSDAY, MAY 28
Latin Master Classes
Advanced
7 PM Jive
7:45 PM Samba Formation
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FRIDAY, MAY 29
No Group Classes
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SATURDAY, May 30
Latin Technique & Performance
Intermediate / Advanced
11:30 AM Cha-Cha
12:15 PM Pasodoble
1 PM Ladies Formation (by invitation)
Please call/text (703) 987-6959 or email the studio at dance@dcdancesportacademy.com if you have any questions!
American Smooth: Control Under Pressure Intensive
Sunday, June 7 | 1:00–3:30 PM
DC DanceSport Academy
REGISTER HERE
You can do it in practice.
But under pressure?
That’s where dancing changes.
This intensive is focused on one thing:
can you keep your movement, clarity, and confidence when speed, nerves, and pressure hit?
Because if pressure changes your dancing…you don’t own it yet.
In this focused 2.5-hour intensive, we will work on:
• Control — balance, direction, stability under speed
• Clarity — visible movement, timing, projection
• Continuation — flow, recovery, confidence after mistakes
This is not about learning more choreography.
It’s about making your dancing hold together when it actually matters.
Perfect for dancers who:
• feel different in practice vs performance
• lose control when things get fast or stressful
• know there is more in their dancing than what currently shows
Limited spots.
Please call/text (703) 987-6959 or email the studio at dance@dcdancesportacademy.com if you have any questions!
Step Into Elegance
An Evening of Beautiful Movement
WHERE: DC DanceSport Academy
8315 Lee Hwy, Suite 210, Fairfax, VA 22031
WHEN: Friday, June 5 | 7:00–9:00 PM
REGISTER HERE
Some people walk into a room… and naturally draw attention.
Not because they are louder.
Not because they are trying harder.
But because the way they move feels elegant, confident, soft, and effortless.
The beautiful thing is: movement like that can be learned.
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In this special evening experience, we will explore the art of elegant movement through 4 beautiful ballroom dances:
• RUMBA — softness, body flow & feminine movement
• WALTZ — graceful posture & floating elegance
• FOXTROT — smooth confidence & sophisticated movement
• BOLERO — romantic flow & expressive movement
Throughout the evening, we will also work on:
• posture & projection
• graceful arm styling
• movement flow & continuation
• softness without weakness
• confidence through movement
• the small details that instantly change how movement looks and feels
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This evening is designed for:
• social dancers wanting more elegance and confidence
• women wanting more graceful, feminine movement
• dancers wanting better flow, styling, and presence
• anyone wanting to feel more comfortable and expressive in their body
• anyone curious about ballroom dancing in a beautiful and welcoming environment
No partner needed.
And while no experience is required to enjoy the evening, this is not simply a “beginner class.”
It is an experience focused on movement, confidence, elegance, and the feeling ballroom dancing creates.
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You do not need to become someone else to move beautifully.
Sometimes the elegance is already there.
It simply needs direction.
Limited spots (kept intentionally small)
Videos from classes:
Adult Group Classes
Smooth & Ballroom Technique
Mondays
A strong foundation is the key to excellence in dance. This class is dedicated to refining the essential elements of Smooth and Ballroom technique, with a focus on frame, shaping, footwork, and movement quality. Through precise drills and guided exercises, dancers will develop balance, coordination, and the ability to move with grace and power. Whether you are looking to enhance your fundamentals or elevate your artistry, this class will help you achieve spacious, effortless movement while maintaining technical precision.
Technique, Styling & Solo Night
Tuesdays
Ladies Styling: Confidence in dance begins with understanding and embracing how your body moves. This class is a dedicated space for women to explore the art of expression through arms, posture, and body coordination. Learn how to create fluid, elegant movement while building grace, strength, and poise—because when you love the way you move, confidence follows.
Solo Technique: A great dancer is a great partner. This class focuses on personal mastery—understanding the mechanics of movement, foot placement, and timing to enhance your overall dancing. Developing strong individual technique ensures that when the moment comes to dance with a partner, you are grounded, precise, and ready. Whether you’re preparing for competition or simply striving to improve, this class will help you build confidence in your movement and deepen your connection to the dance.
Latin Technique & Performance
Intermediate/Advanced
Saturdays
Latin dance is more than just technique—it’s about performance, presence, and musicality. This class takes dancers beyond the fundamentals, focusing on expressive movement, dynamic body action, and musical interpretation. You’ll refine your technique while learning how to bring personality and emotion into your dancing. Every step, every turn, and every movement will be shaped by rhythm, energy, and artistry, helping you build a compelling presence on the dance floor.
Supervised Practice Rounds
Every Thursday evening
DC DanceSport Academy offers supervised practice Latin rounds for dancers and competitors on Thursdays. These rounds provide critical feedback for dancers and allow competitors to practice their routines, endurance, and floor craft.