Essence Studios, Dance & Performing Arts

Essence Studios, Dance & Performing Arts Dance and movement classes for all ages and experience levels, both youth and adult; for the recreat See YOU at the studio!

Summer Semester of camps and classes for youth thru adults runs through August 12th. Fall Semester is actively taking Early Registration at reduced rates, so sign up today before rates go up August 1st! We will have Ballet, Contemporary, Jazz, Tap and Hip Hop, as well as Stretch, Conditioning, & Partnering.

Join Essence, Riverworks Art Center , and Hope Garden Children's Ballet Theatre this evening for a FREE and fantastic da...
06/12/2026

Join Essence, Riverworks Art Center , and Hope Garden Children's Ballet Theatre this evening for a FREE and fantastic dance performance put on by alumni, Charlotte Gularson. She has been working so hard these last 2 weeks to choreograph and set dance pieces on professional dancers, current Essence dancers, and other Essence alumni. The performance is at 7pm on the Riverworks Outdoor Stage on West Willard rd in Poolesville. Bring a chair, a blanket, and enjoy a real fun evening of dance and music! Great way to kick off the Summer!

06/08/2026

Photos from our performance as guests at the Taste of Riverworks Art Festival this past Saturday at the Riverworks Outdoor stage on West Willard in Poolesville. Thanks to Riverworks Art Center for being amazing hosts, and thanks to HGCBT Board members behind the scenes making our participation a success!

Congratulations to all the dancers of Essence who performed at the annual "Taste of Riverworks Festival" this past Satur...
06/08/2026

Congratulations to all the dancers of Essence who performed at the annual "Taste of Riverworks Festival" this past Saturday! It was a beautiful day and we are so excited that these artists were able to share their work with the community one more time before we wrap up the Spring semester. Thanks as always to Riverworks Art Center for giving us the opportunity, and to Hope Garden Children's Ballet Theatre Board members Jeff Jones, Beth Fayard-Jones, and Julia Junghans for assisting with the success of the event behind the scenes for Essence dancers! It was a beautiful day filled with all types of wonderful art!🥰🤩🩰💜
PC: Mike Redmond

Happy Pride month from Essence Studios! Every human feeling safe and comfortable to be who they truly are is one of the ...
06/02/2026

Happy Pride month from Essence Studios! Every human feeling safe and comfortable to be who they truly are is one of the most important aspects of our mission as a studio, community gathering place, and 3rd space for many. ALL are welcome, and we encourage all students, staff, patrons, and guests to proudly be themselves in our welcoming and supportive environment! Keep dancing your hearts out! 🌈

05/15/2026

Captured moments from our Spring production of "Fairy Tales on Stage" last weekend!

We are beyond thrilled with how all of our dancers performed last weekend in "Fairy Tales on Stage" for Essence and Hope...
05/15/2026

We are beyond thrilled with how all of our dancers performed last weekend in "Fairy Tales on Stage" for Essence and Hope Garden Children's Ballet Theatre's annual Spring production. From our little ballerinas, to our tappers, to our older contemporary students, to the stunning portrayal of Giselle, you all wowed your audience and gave so much of yourselves for each performance. The energy in the theatre was palpable. All of your teachers and production staff couldn't be any more proud. Here are a few gems from dance photographer Paolo Galli of our 1pm Matinee. BRAVA!! Wishing we could do an encore 🥹🥰🩰

❄️✨ Step into a magical world this summer! ✨❄️Join us for our **“Frozen” Dance Camp** where little dancers will twirl, p...
05/11/2026

❄️✨ Step into a magical world this summer! ✨❄️
Join us for our **“Frozen” Dance Camp** where little dancers will twirl, play, and explore the icy adventures of Elsa & Anna! 💙👑
From dancing and games to story time with friends, this camp is the perfect introduction to movement, creativity, and FUN!
📅 July 20–24
⏰ 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
👧 Ages 4–6
👉 Register now: essencestudiosdance.com
Let it go… and sign up before it’s full! ❄️💃

🩰✨ Level up your technique this summer! ✨🩰Our **Teen Ballet Camp** is designed for dancers ready to grow, refine, and be...
05/10/2026

🩰✨ Level up your technique this summer! ✨🩰
Our **Teen Ballet Camp** is designed for dancers ready to grow, refine, and be inspired! 💫
Train in ballet technique, improve flexibility, explore classic repertoire, and dive into choreography in a supportive and motivating environment.
📅 July 13–17
⏰ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
👯 Ages 9–14
👉 Register now: essencestudiosdance.com

12/17/2025

Essence Studios and Hope Garden Children's Ballet Theatre were proud to present their 3rd rendition of the annual holiday classic, "A Winter's Eve", two weekends ago at the JCC. We are so proud of ll of our dancers, and grateful for all our parents, volunteers, BoD, and production team on a resounding success of a performance! Bravo, and Happy Holidays to all!

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19710-E Fisher Avenue
Poolesville, MD
20837

Opening Hours

Monday 1:30pm - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 10am
3pm - 9:15pm
Wednesday 3pm - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 9pm
Friday 3pm - 4pm
Saturday 8:45am - 1pm

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+12404893021

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