Business Details
Your Premier Dance School in Fishersville, VA
Xpressions Dance Center has been nurturing dancers of all ages since its founding, offering comprehensive training in ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, hip hop, and more. Our family-focused environment emphasizes love, encouragement, and respect while fostering individual self-esteem and team collaboration. With three custom-designed dance rooms featuring professional sprung floors and full-wall mirrors, we prioritize dancer safety and technical development. Our experienced instructors bring decades of industry expertise, including professional performance backgrounds and specialized certifications.We balance rigorous training with flexibility for students' academic and family commitments, offering classes from age 2 through adulthood. The studio's commitment to community extends to special programs like In Motion for individuals with physical challenges and competitive dance opportunities that have earned regional recognition.
Services
Ballet Classes
Tap Instruction
Hip Hop Workshops
Lyrical Dance
Competition Team
Birthday Parties
Private Lessons
Adult Classes
Special Needs Dance
Jazz Training
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined teaching experience from certified instructors
- Our three specialized dance studios feature professional sprung floors for injury prevention
- We provide competitive dance opportunities with proven competition success
- We accommodate special needs through our In Motion adaptive dance program
- Our flexible scheduling respects students' academic and family commitments
What people say
Amazing instructors
Supportive community
Professional facilities
Excellent competition results
Great for all ages
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program develops technical excellence through structured training from introductory to advanced levels. Students learn proper body alignment, discipline, and classical techniques while building foundational skills applicable to all dance forms. The curriculum emphasizes safe progression through recognized training standards with appropriate footwear and dress code requirements.
Competition Team
This elite program prepares dancers for regional competitions with specialized choreography and performance training. Participants receive advanced instruction in multiple dance styles while developing stage presence and competitive edge. The team has consistently earned top placements, special awards, and scholarships at events like World Class Talent Experience and Showstopper.
Birthday Parties
Our studio offers unique birthday party experiences combining dance instruction with celebration space. Packages include professional dance instruction featuring the birthday child plus two hours of party space with amenities. The facility accommodates themed celebrations with ample parking and convenient I-64 access.
Private Lessons
Customized instruction available for dancers seeking personalized attention in any dance style. Sessions offered in 30-minute or hour blocks accommodate all skill levels from beginners to advanced competitors. Lessons focus on technical improvement, choreography development, and individual performance preparation with flexible scheduling options.
In Motion Program
Specially designed dance classes for individuals with physical challenges including Parkinson's, MS, and cerebral palsy. The program uses modified techniques to improve mobility, coordination, and quality of life in a supportive environment. Certified instructors adapt movements to accommodate various abilities while maintaining dance's creative and physical benefits.
People
Amanda Sullivan
Owner/Business Director
A business administration graduate with 20+ years financial management experience. Holds Masters in Special Education and combines organizational leadership with community service commitment. Manages studio operations while balancing family life with three children.
Kristina Winn
Instructor
Virginia native with 10+ years teaching experience in ballet, lyrical, and contemporary styles. Combines marketing expertise with dance instruction, developing curriculum materials while maintaining active performance connections through local productions.
Caroline Kempfer-Ware
Instructor
Ballet specialist trained at prestigious institutions including Joffrey Ballet School. Brings professional performance experience to teaching while pursuing early childhood education degree. Focuses on technical excellence and injury prevention.
Jessica Grant
Instructor
Retired professional dancer with decade-long career at Charlottesville Ballet. ABT-certified instructor offering expertise in multiple dance styles and progressive ballet technique. Combines performance experience with educational credentials.
James Brown
Instructor
Social media personality and choreographer with 15+ years experience teaching coast-to-coast. Former tour dancer with Chris Brown and Justin Bieber. Specializes in Jersey Club style and creative movement expression.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, hip hop, contemporary, modern, and musical theater styles for ages 2 through adult.
Do you have competitive dance opportunities?
Yes, our Competition Team participates in regional events with proven success in earning awards and scholarships.
What are your class dress code requirements?
Dress codes vary by level but generally require form-fitting attire and appropriate dance shoes. Specific requirements are listed on our website.
Do you offer special needs dance classes?
Yes, our In Motion program provides adaptive dance classes for individuals with physical challenges.
Can I rent the studio for events?
We offer birthday party packages featuring dance instruction and event space rental with parking and amenities.
Are there payment discounts available?
We offer discounts for multi-student families, educators, emergency personnel, and military families.
