A1 Studios Dance and Performing Arts

A1 Studios Dance and Performing Arts A dance studio located in Covington, Va. Empowerment, growth, community service, inclusion & esteem.

Yes, we are open on Monday- it's a school holiday- but we are open! See you all on Monday!
10/09/2026

Yes, we are open on Monday- it's a school holiday- but we are open! See you all on Monday!

Huge shout out to our dance team, cheer team, and Darbys Dancers! Everyone did an amazing job tonight in the homecoming ...
10/06/2026

Huge shout out to our dance team, cheer team, and Darbys Dancers! Everyone did an amazing job tonight in the homecoming parade !!!!

Big thanks to Paige Balser for the cheer choreography, Kayla Douglas for the Darbys choreography, and Amanda Burns for the clogging choreography!

Check out the awesome banner made by Jennifer Hise - she is our artistic designer and always makes the best banners for us !

Thank you to our drivers Randall Burns and Jesse Gadd !

We appreciate all the dancers and parents who supported our hometown cougars today and made our performance possible !

Gooooooo COUGARS!

10/02/2026
09/30/2026

Your preschooler doesn’t need to dance like a big kid. And honestly, they shouldn’t have to. 💜
At this age, dance is about so much more than getting every step right.
They’re learning how to follow directions, move their bodies with intention, take turns, listen to music, try something new, and feel comfortable being part of a group.
Sometimes that looks like beautiful little tendus and perfectly timed choreography. And sometimes it looks like wiggling, giggling, watching from the side, or doing their own version of the movement. And that’s okay. 😌
Preschoolers are still learning how to learn. They’re still developing coordination, attention, confidence, and independence. They need an environment that meets them where they are—not one that expects them to behave like miniature older dancers.
We want our youngest dancers to leave class thinking “That was fun! I can’t wait to come back!” because a positive first experience with dance can become the foundation for years of growth. ✨
So let them be little. Let them move, explore, laugh, and learn.
The technique will come. Right now, we’re building the foundation. 🌱

Positivity counts at A1 Studios Check out a few more of our awesome dancers participating in a positive counts activity ...
09/27/2026

Positivity counts at A1 Studios

Check out a few more of our awesome dancers participating in a positive counts activity to help boost self esteem and image !

* 😊 Positive encouragement builds confidence and helps children feel proud of their progress.
* 🩰 Dance can boost self-esteem as dancers learn new skills and see themselves improve.
* ❤️ Kind words matter. Encouragement from teachers and teammates can help create a sense of belonging.
* 🧠 Positive experiences support learning. Kids are often more willing to try challenging things when they feel safe and supported.
* ⭐ Celebrating effort encourages perseverance, even when a skill takes time to master.
* 🤝 Dance encourages teamwork by teaching kids to cooperate, take turns, and support one another.
* 🎶 Movement can improve mood and provide a healthy outlet for stress and emotions.
* 🌟 Mistakes are part of learning. A positive environment teaches dancers that they don’t have to be perfect to make progress.
* 💕 Positive role models make a difference. Teachers and older dancers can model kindness, respect, and encouragement.
* 🖤❤️ At A1 Studios, positivity counts because every dancer deserves to feel valued, capable, and celebrated!

Positivity counts continued tonight at A1 - A few friends shared their finished work after talking about being super fri...
09/23/2026

Positivity counts continued tonight at A1 -

A few friends shared their finished work after talking about being super friends !

Great work Asia !!!

😊 Positive encouragement builds confidence and helps children feel proud of their progress.
* 🩰 Dance can boost self-esteem as dancers learn new skills and see themselves improve.
* ❤️ Kind words matter. Encouragement from teachers and teammates can help create a sense of belonging.
* 🧠 Positive experiences support learning. Kids are often more willing to try challenging things when they feel safe and supported.
* ⭐ Celebrating effort encourages perseverance, even when a skill takes time to master.
* 🤝 Dance encourages teamwork by teaching kids to cooperate, take turns, and support one another.
* 🎶 Movement can improve mood and provide a healthy outlet for stress and emotions.
* 🌟 Mistakes are part of learning. A positive environment teaches dancers that they don’t have to be perfect to make progress.
* 💕 Positive role models make a difference. Teachers and older dancers can model kindness, respect, and encouragement.
* 🖤❤️ At A1 Studios, positivity counts because every dancer deserves to feel valued, capable, and celebrated!

A1 Studios Dance and Performing Arts We kicked off the week : Kayla Douglas did an amazing job and making our dancers fe...
09/22/2026

A1 Studios Dance and Performing Arts

We kicked off the week : Kayla Douglas did an amazing job and making our dancers feel positive about themselves and their fellow dancers today ! Great way to reflect on how we see ourselves and others -

When dance is more than just moves to music at our studio - I always love this theme in September !!!

❤️🖤 POSITIVITY COUNTS AT A1 STUDIOS! 🖤❤️

Dance is about so much more than learning steps. At A1 Studios, we believe dance should create a place where every dancer can experience:

✨ PRIDE — in their accomplishments and growth
❤️ JOY — in doing something they love
🌟 INSPIRATION — to dream bigger and keep reaching
😄 AMUSEMENT — because dance should be FUN!

Every class is an opportunity to build confidence, celebrate progress, encourage one another, and make memories.

At A1 Studios, we don’t just teach dance—we create moments that make our dancers feel GOOD about who they are and what they can become. ❤️🖤

POSITIVITY COUNTS. EVERY DANCER COUNTS.

We will kick off our campaign during the classes the week of Sept. 21-Sept 24

Be on the look out :)

Help us - help out others!
09/17/2026

Help us - help out others!

We are looking for 4 more dancers to make our next MEGA goal :) Wednesday 545 to 630 - has openings for Ballet and Tap a...
09/15/2026

We are looking for 4 more dancers to make our next MEGA goal :)

Wednesday 545 to 630 - has openings for Ballet and Tap ages 1/3 and ballet tap jazz ages 5/8

Cheer has opening for Thursday 645 to 745

Come join us and help us meet our last enrollment goal

https://dancestudio-pro.com/online/a1studios475

Address

372 W. Main Street
Covington, VA
24426

Opening Hours

Monday 5pm - 8:30pm
Tuesday 4:45pm - 8pm
Wednesday 5pm - 7:45pm
Thursday 5pm - 7:45pm

Telephone

(540)6917251

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