Business Details
Premier Dance Education in Richmond, VA
Barre None Dance stands as a modern, family-friendly institution dedicated to excellence in dance education. Our curriculum balances rigor with enjoyment, fostering controlled growth and progression for dancers of all ages and skill levels. We prioritize diversity and inclusion, celebrating individual uniqueness while maintaining a safe, nurturing environment for artistic development. As a Black-owned and woman-owned business, we embody these values through our programming and community engagement. Our experienced instructors, including Director Keisha Stewart with 25 years of expertise in multiple dance styles, bring professional training and specialized knowledge to every class. Certified in Acrobatic Arts and trained through prestigious programs like Dance Theater of Harlem, our team combines technical proficiency with an understanding of dance anatomy from Keisha's background in alternative medicine.We offer comprehensive training across ballet, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, and specialized programs like our award-winning competition team, Merge Dance Collective. Our commitment to quality extends to birthday parties, wellness programs, and corporate events, with structured policies ensuring consistency and safety. Through continuous enrollment and flexible membership options, we maintain accessibility while upholding artistic standards that have sustained our reputation since 2007. Our facility in Richmond, Virginia serves as both a training ground and creative hub for dancers across Virginia and surrounding states.
Services
Ballet Classes
Hip Hop Classes
Jazz Classes
Contemporary Classes
Birthday Parties
Competitive Dance
Acro/Tumbling
Musical Theatre
Tap Classes
Elite Team Training
Highlights and features
- Black-owned and woman-owned studio emphasizing cultural diversity in dance training
- 25-year teaching experience from Director Keisha Stewart, certified in Acrobatic Arts
- Competition team recognized with multiple judges and choreography awards
- Family-friendly environment welcoming dancers at every stage of their journey
- Structured curriculum combining technical excellence with artistic expression
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet curriculum focuses on classical techniques teaching balance, posture, articulation, and musicality. Advanced classes include ballet variations and pointe training for qualified dancers aged 12 and older. Beginners develop foundational skills through structured lessons emphasizing proper form and technique.
Hip Hop Classes
Modern hip hop instruction covers old and new school styles including locking, popping, and breaking. Classes emphasize rhythm, freestyling, and cultural expression through energetic routines tailored to different experience levels from beginners to advanced performers.
Competitive Dance
Our award-winning Merge Dance Collective offers specialized training for competitive dancers. Programs include choreography workshops, performance conditioning, and competition preparation with multiple award-winning instructors and performance opportunities throughout the year.
Birthday Parties
Themed dance parties feature professional instruction, age-appropriate games, and customizable decorations. Packages include different durations and services for children aged 3-12, with optional add-on food services and varying levels of included decorations and activities.
Acro/Tumbling
Acro/tumbling classes teach safe flexibility, contortion, and tumbling techniques with dance integration. Certified instructors focus on proper form and progression while maintaining artistic expression through choreographic elements synchronized with music.
People
Keisha Stewart
Owner/Director
25-year veteran dance instructor with professional training in multiple styles. Certified in Acrobatic Arts, former physical therapy assistant, and choreographer for award-winning competition teams.
Tahniya Lewis
Instructor/Choreographer
Hip hop specialist with competitive experience from high school through professional levels. Experienced dance team captain and choreographer offering dynamic instruction focused on cultural expression.
Nikki Laguesse
Instructor/Choreographer
Certified Acro/Tumbling instructor with Level I & II credentials. Experienced dance team performer and photographer bringing diverse teaching skills across multiple dance genres.
Allison Miller
Instructor/Choreographer
Tap specialist with professional performance experience. Current university student in public relations offering instruction across multiple styles while maintaining active performing roles in regional troupes.
Questions
What dance styles do you teach?
We offer ballet, hip hop, jazz, contemporary, tap, acro/tumbling, musical theatre, and creative movement classes for all skill levels.
Do you have competitive dance teams?
Yes, our award-winning Merge Dance Collective provides elite training and competition opportunities for serious dancers.
Are birthday parties available?
Yes, we offer themed dance parties with three package options including food, decorations, and dance instruction for ages 3-12.
What are your membership policies?
We have continuous monthly enrollment with automatic payments, sibling discounts, military discounts, and referral incentives available.
Do you offer make-up classes?
Yes, missed classes can be made up within 30 days through age-appropriate replacements, subject to membership package terms.
What performance opportunities exist?
We present formal performances annually in spring and fall with costume requirements, rehearsals, and participation fees.
