CityDance is a nonprofit offering dance education for all ages and levels in the DMV.
CityDance is a nonprofit arts organization dedicated to nurturing the next generation of artists and innovators, and igniting a lifelong passion for dance in movers everywhere. With five training facilities across DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia, thousands of students each week —from beginners to professionals—experience the transformative power of dance. The CityDance Conservatory division of
Most dancers miss this in Second Port de Bras…
What looks like a simple movement is actually a combination of coordination, placement, and control.
Beautiful feet are built, not born 🩰
Ready to take your training to the next level? Join the Ballet Program at CityDance Conservatory.
07/27/2026
Happy Monday! Here is a peek at some beautiful moments from a recent photo shoot, captured by Chris Stark. Enjoy!
Week 5 | CityDance Conservatory Classical Ballet Intensive
This week, our dancers are honored to continue learning from Guest Artist Nadia Pavlenko, whose professional expertise, artistic excellence, and attention to detail inspire every class.
Alongside their classical ballet training, dancers continue exploring contemporary movement with Koresh Dance Company, building the versatility, creativity, and adaptability essential for today’s professional dance world.
Another week of learning. Another week of growth.
Nadia Pavlenko
Koresh Dance Company
07/25/2026
We are thrilled to celebrate CityDance Conservatory alumnus Jarod Curley, who has been promoted to the rank of Principal Dancer at American Ballet Theatre, effective September 1, 2026.
Curley trained at CityDance Conservatory before going on to Next Generation Ballet and the John Cranko School in Stuttgart, Germany. He joined ABT Studio Company in 2016, the main Company in 2018, and was promoted to Soloist in 2024 — building a repertoire that spans Swan Lake, Onegin, Romeo and Juliet, Giselle, and more.
We are so proud to see a CityDance Conservatory Alum reach the rank of Principal at one of the world's leading ballet companies. Congratulations, Jarod!
07/23/2026
As a Guest Artist in Residence for the 2026–2027 season, Brooklyn Mack will bring his teaching and coaching to CityDance students throughout the year — with residencies this summer, fall, and winter. His first residency will be August 10-14, during our Classical Ballet Fall Prep Program — spots are still available!
This kind of sustained access to an internationally renowned guest artist is central to CityDance Conservatory’s commitment to connecting pre-professional dancers with the working artists shaping the field today, through master classes and residencies embedded directly into their training.
Registration and details at the link in our bio.
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07/23/2026
All smiles in the studio
Training at CityDance goes beyond technique. CityDance Conservatory's Contemporary Track builds versatile, confident, and creative dancers within a nurturing and supportive community.
Students train in modern, jazz, ballet, hip-hop, tap, and contemporary — following individualized schedules designed around their strengths and artistic goals.
Experience it for yourself! This summer, audition for the Conservatory Contemporary Track during select Summer Intensives with guest artists. Inquire about an in-class audition here: https://www.citydance.net/what-we-do/conservatory/audition-admissions/conservatory-inquiry-form/
One correction that changes everything ✨
A moment from our Classical Ballet Summer Intensive CityDance Conservatory with guest artist Evgenia Singur Singur Ballet .In ballet, the smallest corrections often lead to the biggest improvements.
Week 1 of the CityDance Conservatory Contemporary Intensive with Koresh Dance Company is officially complete! A great week of creativity, growth, and dedication alongside incredible Koresh company guest artists. We’re excited to see what the next few weeks will bring!
Video Credits: Skye Sibrian | Skye
07/21/2026
Pre-Conservatory Preparatory Program (Age 8)
For our youngest dancers, CityDance Conservatory offers a one-year Preparatory Program for dancers age 8 passionate about pursuing dance at a high level. Designed to build confidence, foundational technique, and a love of movement, the Preparatory Program prepares students for potential advancement into our Pre-Conservatory Program.
Next School Year Audition August 16 at Falls Church and North Bethesda - more info + register at the link in our bio!
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