Business Details
Premier Dance Classes in Chesapeake, VA
Chesapeake Dance Center has been dedicated to fostering artistic growth and technical excellence in dance education since its founding. Our studio offers comprehensive training in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, modern, and pointe, taught by experienced instructors with decades of combined industry expertise. We prioritize non-competitive, age-appropriate instruction that develops lifelong skills including confidence, coordination, and discipline. Our curriculum emphasizes proper technique to prevent injury while cultivating creativity through performance opportunities rather than competition circuits.Students benefit from structured classes with low student-teacher ratios, specialized training that has prepared dancers for prestigious programs like Governors School of the Arts, and a supportive environment that values both technical precision and artistic expression. With spacious studios featuring sprung floors and full-length mirrors, we serve families across Hampton Roads including Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, and Suffolk.
Services
Ballet
Tap
Jazz
Hip Hop
Modern
Pointe
Creative Dance
Pre-Ballet
Pilates
Dancewear
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined teaching experience in a non-competitive environment
- Our instructors provide technically sound training with injury prevention focus
- Students gain performance experience through annual recitals and creative showcases
- We maintain low student-teacher ratios for personalized instruction
- Our alumni have been accepted into prestigious programs like Richmond Ballet apprenticeship
What people say
Excellent instructors
Fun environment
Improved confidence
Patient teachers
Creative choreography
Services
Ballet
Our ballet program develops technical precision and artistic expression through progressive training. Students learn proper placement, terminology, and performance skills while building strength and flexibility. Classes emphasize classical technique as a foundation for all dance forms, with advanced options requiring 2-3 weekly sessions for serious study.
Tap Dance
This American dance form focuses on developing rhythm and coordination through percussive footwork. Classes teach fundamental tap techniques while emphasizing musicality and improvisation. Our program accommodates students aged six and older, with specialized instruction for both beginners and advanced dancers.
Creative Dance
Designed for children aged 3-5, our creative dance program introduces basic movement concepts through imaginative play. Classes develop locomotor skills, rhythm, and self-expression while teaching classroom etiquette and social interaction in a fun, nurturing environment.
Pilates
Offered in our spacious studio, Pilates classes focus on core strength, flexibility, and body awareness. Using mat work and props like resistance bands, our program improves posture and alignment through controlled movements that benefit both dancers and general fitness enthusiasts.
Hip Hop
This contemporary style teaches street dance techniques seen in music videos and popular culture. Classes include strength training, progressions, and choreography that develops coordination and performance skills for students aged eight and older.
People
Ms. Barbara
Owner/Director
With decades of dance education experience, Ms. Barbara leads our team of professional instructors. She personally oversees curriculum development and student progress, maintaining the studio's commitment to technical excellence and nurturing environment.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, modern, pointe, and creative dance classes for children and adults.
What age groups do you teach?
Our programs serve students aged 3 through adults, with specialized classes for early childhood through professional-level training.
Are parent observation opportunities available?
Yes, our studio features observation windows and annual recitals where parents can view class progress and student performances.
Do you offer trial classes?
Yes, we provide introductory trial classes that can be booked through our website or by contacting the studio directly.
What dancewear is required?
Specific dress codes apply by class type. Required attire includes leotards, tights, and appropriate footwear available through our recommended dancewear provider.
How do I register for classes?
Registration can be completed online through our website or by contacting the studio directly at 757-361-9400.
