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Expose Performing Arts
“My daughter lost her passion for dance last year and wanted to give up completely but now that she is at expose her passion has come back full force and she is happy doing what she loves.”
Best Dance Classes near Newport News, VA
2 of these studios are based in Newport News; the others serve Newport News from towns including Yorktown (5 mi), Virginia Beach (37 mi) and Williamsburg (15 mi).
7 open weekends · 21 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Dreams IN Motion Dance Studio
“They always encourage to do better and I have been dancing with them for 3 years and i hope to do more !!!”
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Evelyn Ott School of Dance
- Studio
- Parents
- Learning
“They go above and beyond to ensure that each child receives individual attention and encouragement, fostering a love for dance while also instilling discipline and technique.”
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Institute For Dance
“My daughter has been going here for 10 years now and she has not only improved in form but work ethic.”
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Ocean Breeze Dance Studios
- Birthday
- Lessons
- Learn
“I plan on taking lessons on a regular basis and partaking at their awesome social dancing events when I can.”
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Fame All Stars
- Cheering
- Season
- Coaches
“Not only have we made tons of new friends but my girls have gained so much from the fame programs, from confidence to strength and the importance of being part of a team.”
The 24 studios listed for Newport News, VA teach dance. Which styles and age groups each one runs comes from what it publishes on its own site; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Newport News, VA
The 24 studios on this page are rated from 4.1 to 5.0 across 528 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews and 21 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these studios on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (94%), value (73%) and communication (67%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the studios on this page are "confidence", "atmosphere" and "patient". 7 are open on Saturdays. 1 lists staff certifications (ISSA) and 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 19 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 83 years. 4 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 23 of the studios on this page; 18 publish a contact page; 18 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the studios on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the studio before you enroll.
Are all the dance studios on this page in Newport News?
2 of the 24 are, and the rest come from other towns within 40 mi. With a weekly class and a rehearsal season on top of it, the drive is worth weighing carefully before you commit to a year.
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7 Cities Ballroom
- Studio
“Highly recommend this studio for your wedding dance needs, or even just if you're looking to have fun with dance (my dad and mom took a couple lessons of their own to prepare for our wedding).”
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Rose & Sword Academy of Irish Dance
“The best place to learn Irish Dancing!”
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Virginia Regional Ballet
“Good teachers, good methods, discipline and love!”
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SI Dance
“The instructors have both professional and teaching experience and the studio owner, Shelly, is really invested in all of the students and making sure they have access to many different teaching perspectives and experiences.”
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D&T Dance Studio
“This is more than a business, it is a family and we are blessed to be a part of it!”
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Dreammakers Dance Studio
- Students
- Environment
- Second Home
“Dream Makers Dance Studio is such a positive and opening environment, I have worked with every instructor at some point or another and never have had a bad experience.”
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Alter Ego Dance Space
- Understand
- Learn
- Motion
“Her classes helped me win a category in the pole competition i participated in, giving me the confidence to put floorwork into my piece and have it flow together almost flawlessly.”
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Poquoson Dance Academy
“Our dancer loves the stage and with their company competition team ,she has learned to dance with different styles and techniques.”
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Elevé Dance Center
“If you want your child to learn the art of dance the right way and make memories and friends along the way, Eleve is for you!”
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Hampton Ballroom
- Wedding
- Learned
“Worked with Albert for our wedding choreography.”
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Studio Rio's Twisted Fitness
- Learn
- Classes
- Party
“When I first went here I was so nervous and had no idea what I was doing but I have made so much progress and in the process have gained confidence and have become much more fit.”
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Music In Motion Dance Studio
- Adult
- Choreography
- Mom
“Music in Motion is extremely family friendly, from the children's classes to the adult classes and all of the fun events, camps, and extras in between.”
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Rants Ballroom Company
- Lessons
“My daughter has been in her dance class sense she was 3y old & is now 5y old she love Ms.”
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Arthur Murray Dance Studio Virginia Beach
“Overall it was a great experience and we feel like we've gained a lifelong skill we will enjoy for many years to come, and everyone at our wedding loved our first dance and was surprised by our new talent!”
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Golden Slippers Dance Academy
- Hip Hop
- Ballet
- Broadway Show
“If you are looking for a dance studio that has versatility in location and class availability, qualified teachers that are able to teach the foundations of technique as well as foster a love of dance, and an unparalleled end of year recital, look no ...”
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Danzstar
- Communication
- Confidence
- Studio
“Danz Star instructors are very professional, knowledgeable on what is needed the most to help our youth grow in developing their self-esteem to become a winner in whatever they dare to dream to accomplish.”
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Danceland II School of Dance
- Team
- Confidence
- Studio
“We love dance land this is our second year with this dance studio and my daughter ( almost 7) still gets excited and knows every week what day dance is.”
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S&S Dance
- Atmosphere
- Salsa
- Lessons
“Honestly the only frame of reference I had for men dancing was that they were either a super dancer like John Travolta or they were the butt of a joke like Al Bundy.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about studios near Newport News
- “The instructors here are extremely skilled and knowledgeable and are passionate about dance.” — from a review of Expose Performing Arts
- “The dance instructors at S & S Dance are friendly, professional, experienced, patient and encouraging!” — from a review of S&S Dance
- “We also are 110% more confident in our dancing than prior and are looking forward to pursuing more dance lessons in the years to come.” — from a review of Arthur Murray Dance Studio Virginia Beach
- “From novice to experienced dancers, the students are able to experience many different styles and skillsets in dance, and the instructors and staff are so welcoming and hard working!” — from a review of Danzstar
- “Our kids love coming to dance and we love watching them improve each and every year.” — from a review of Danceland II School of Dance
Excerpts from public reviews of the studios listed on this page.
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