MFA Studios & Fitness - Dance studio in Locust Grove, Virginia
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MFA Studios & Fitness

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4444 Germanna Highway

Locust Grove, Virginia 22508

Opening Hours
  • Monday: 9:00 - 11:00 AM, 4:00 - 8:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:00 - 11:00 AM, 4:00 - 8:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:00 - 11:00 AM, 4:00 - 8:00 PM
  • Thursday: 9:00 - 11:00 AM, 4:00 - 8:00 PM
  • Friday: 9:00 - 11:00 AM, 4:00 - 8:00 PM
  • Saturday: 9:00 - 11:00 AM
  • Sunday: Closed
18 programs

About MFA Studios & Fitness

MFA Studios & Fitness, located in Locust Grove, Virginia, has been a vibrant hub for artistic expression and physical well-being since 2009. Founded by Artistic Director Mayeisha Parker, the studio cultivates a strong sense of family and offers a positive, nurturing environment for students of all ages and abilities. MFA Studios boasts a comprehensive curriculum covering a wide array of dance styles, including Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Modern, Musical Theater, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Acrobatics, and various social dances like Salsa, Bachata, and Ballroom. Programs are designed for confidence building, emotional expression, and skill development, catering to young aspiring artists with classes like Fairy Ballet & Tap for ages two and up, and progressive programs for adult dancers aged 16 and over. Instructors such as Emily Critchfield, Evelyn McKemie, Dinah McKemie, Julie Heintz, Ashley McCullough, Melissa Morneault, and Mia Dansie bring diverse expertise, with many holding certifications in specialized areas like Acrobatic Arts, Giordano Jazz Technique, and ABT® Ballet training. Beyond classes, MFA Studios & Fitness is recognized for its award-winning competitive dance and cheer teams. The studio also incorporates fitness training, promoting health and wellness with adaptable classes for everyone. Adult dancers can showcase their talents in the studio's annual Spring and Winter Student Recitals. Newcomers can explore offerings with a special two-week introductory program for $49.99, experiencing the joy of movement in a community dedicated to personal growth.

Programs from MFA Studios & Fitness

18 programs available

Classes

Lyrical

Lyrical is a form of dance that fuses modern, jazz, and ballet techniques and conveys the emotion of a song’s lyrics through the body’s movements.

Hip-hop

The newest and hottest technique allows the students to explore moves seen in music videos by combining jazz and the latest pop culture appropriate for young dancers.

Acro

Students will learn basic tumbling skills as well as skills that will focus on improving balance, flexibility, and strength.

Tumbling

A fun beginner tumbling class. Students will learn the fundamentals of tumbling while improving balance, flexibility, and strength.

Primary Ballet, Jazz, & Tap

This class will enhance your child's coordination, balance, and flexibility with the teaching of basic Ballet positions, steps, and terminology. Students will learn basic Jazz and Tap techniques, musicality, movement exploration, and performance skills.

Fairy Ballet & Tap

A combination class of Ballet & Tap where our youngest dancers’ dreams of becoming a beautiful ballerina or a handsome prince come to life. They use teddy bears, wands, and more to explore their imaginations.

Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Acro, Hip-Hop, Lyrical, and Cheer

Classes are available for children ages 2 and up in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Acro, Hip-Hop, Lyrical, and Cheer. Start your dance adventure today!

Dance and Acro
$49.99

New students start in an intro program that includes a Dance and Acro class and t-shirt for only $49.99. Dance and acro are powerful tools for helping students of all ages build confidence, positive body image, and amazing mental and physical strength.

WERQ

The wildly addictive cardio dance class based on the hottest pop and hip hop music. The workout is nonstop with repetitive athletic moves and fresh dance steps, so you get the best sweat. WERQ Instructors build a playlist based on trendsetting pop and hip hop music.

DANCE HIIT

A dance cardio fitness class for all ages and fitness levels.

ZUMBA

Zumba involves dance and aerobic movements performed to energetic music. The choreography incorporates hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue, and mambo.

Adult Dance Classes

Whether you're new to dance or you danced for years as a child and want to get back out on the floor, we have a program for you.

Adult Tap
$49.99

An upbeat program where your feet become part of the music. These classes are true “adult only” classes and are limited to dancers ages 16 and up so even as a beginner, you won’t find yourself at the barre next to the 5-year-old from down the street! Whether you're new to dance or you danced for years as a child and want to get back out on the floor, we have a program for you.

Ballet, Tap, Tumbling, Creative Movement, and Musicality

The Preschool Performing Arts Program introduces young children to ballet, tap, tumbling, creative movement, and musicality—igniting a love for performance early in life.

Acro

Acro classes include tumbling, limbering, balancing, flexibility & strength.

Tap

Let your feet make music in this fun-filled class! Tap classes are designed to develop rhythm, style, and sound. Students will learn various combinations as well as technique.

Jazz

In this energetic class, students learn Jazz technique and terminology, while developing individual expression and performance skills.

Ballet

This class will focus on Ballet terminology and technique through the execution of barre work, center, and across-the-floor exercises.


Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact MFA Studios & Fitness?

Call MFA Studios & Fitness at (540) 693-5286 or visit https://www.mfastudios.com/.

What are MFA Studios & Fitness's prices?

Classes at MFA Studios & Fitness start at $49.99.

Does MFA Studios & Fitness have a website?

Yes, you can find MFA Studios & Fitness online at https://www.mfastudios.com/.

What days is MFA Studios & Fitness open?

MFA Studios & Fitness is open on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

Is MFA Studios & Fitness open on weekends?

Yes, MFA Studios & Fitness is open on weekends — Saturday: 9:00 - 11:00 AM.