Ten dance facilities in Washington, District of Columbia, made this list. These venues include specialized studios for pole fitness, salsa, ballroom, breaking, and children’s classes. Ratings for these locations range from 4.5 to 5.0 stars. The facilities provide a mix of private lessons, group classes, summer intensives, and wedding dance preparation for students with varying levels of experience.
Rankings are determined by multiplying the venue rating by the log of the review count, with no paid placements.
1. Pole Pressure
Located at 1322 14th St NW 2nd Floor, this studio holds a 4.6 rating from 216 reviews. Students report a comfortable and fun atmosphere with great instruction. One beginner with zero experience noted that the instructor covered a lot of material during their first class.
2. The Salsa With Silvia Dance Studio
This Washington studio has a 4.8 rating based on 141 reviews. A recent client highlighted the undivided attention received during a private class with Nemo, noting an improvement in salsa turns within a single hour.
3. Chevy Chase Ballroom Dance Studio
With a 4.9 rating and 127 reviews, this studio is located at 5207 Wisconsin Ave. Students with no prior dance experience found the lesson plans provided by coach Ciro to be approachable and accessible.
4. ALL10 Breaking
This facility focuses on strength, dance skills, and self-confidence, earning a 4.8 rating from 84 reviews. They offer day camps, summer camps, weekly classes, and special events like birthday parties and battles, alongside weekly drop-in practice sessions for the public.
5. Fred Astaire Dance Studios
Holding a perfect 5.0 rating from 53 reviews, this studio is located on MacArthur Blvd NW. Reviewers praised teachers Veronica and Daniele for their patience while preparing a wedding first dance.
6. DivaDance® DMV
Located at 1323 Connecticut Ave NW, this venue has a 4.8 rating from 60 reviews. Students appreciate the community and the choreography provided by instructors who guide them through each step of the class.
7. The Little Gym on Capitol Hill
This facility earns a 4.9 rating from 55 reviews. Parents noted that the toddler class provides a balance of skill practice and free play in a clean, well-equipped space managed by welcoming staff like Coach Tony.
8. Dance Place
Located at 3225 8th St NE, this local spot has a 4.8 rating based on 53 reviews. It is noted as a place where children enjoy their classes.
9. DanceSport Dupont Circle
This studio has a 4.6 rating from 60 reviews. Clients who took the two-stepping class described the instructor as positive, friendly, patient, and helpful.
10. The Dance Institute of Washington
With a 4.5 rating and 58 reviews, this institute is located at 3400 14th St NW. It offers specialized programming, including a summer intensive led by Anthony Burrell.
How we ranked these
Our rankings are based on a calculation of the venue’s rating and the volume of reviews received. For more details, see our methodology.