Ballroom & Latin foundations
Bronze European and Silver Latin American programs develop musicality and technique through structured practice.
Explore programs →See Rockville class times →NORTH BETHESDA FAMILIES · ROCKVILLE STUDIO
Kids’ dance classes
near North Bethesda.
Solo Ballroom & Latin for children and teens. A place to build confidence, learn technique and find joy in movement.
6125 Montrose Rd, Rockville · Inside Bender JCC
Free on-site parking · No partner needed for solo programs
A LOCAL OPTION FOR YOUR FAMILY
Ballroom and Latin, one dancer at a time.
Looking for children’s dance classes near North Bethesda? MyDance DC Studio welcomes families to our teaching space inside Bender JCC in Rockville. Our focus is solo Ballroom and Latin: developing rhythm, coordination and dance technique without needing a partner for solo programs.
Led by Alina Sharipova, the studio offers recreational learning, competitive preparation and private instruction. Start with your child’s age, experience and interests; we will help you explore a suitable path.
CHOOSE A STARTING POINT
Programs for children and teens.
The groups below are listed at our Rockville JCC location. Placement and available spaces are confirmed directly with the studio.
Gold Latin American
Continue developing Latin technique in the Gold program. The published schedule also includes Gold Rounds practice.
Explore competitive training →How competition preparation works →Teen recreational dance
Silver Latin American Recreational offers teens a way to learn and enjoy dance. Competition is not required for recreational participation.
Explore recreational dance →View the weekly schedule →Private & semi-private
Focused instruction for one dancer or two children. Ask about a suitable starting point, including options for younger beginners.
Explore private lessons →For adults: explore Lady classes. Current Wednesday morning time: 9:15–10:15 AM.
LIFE AT MY DANCE DC STUDIO
See the dancers behind the programs.
PLAN YOUR FIRST VISIT
Visit us at Bender JCC in Rockville.
MyDance DC Studio6125 Montrose Rd
Rockville, MD 20852
Classes take place inside Bender JCC. The teaching address is in Rockville; families from North Bethesda are welcome here.
Free parking on site. Bender JCC confirms free on-site parking on its directions and parking page. Before your first visit, contact the studio to confirm the class and entrance details.
BEFORE THE FIRST CLASS
Questions from North Bethesda parents.
Where are classes held for North Bethesda families?
MyDance DC Studio teaches at 6125 Montrose Rd, Rockville, MD 20852, inside Bender JCC. This is our Rockville teaching location; it is not a separate North Bethesda branch.
Does my child need a dance partner?
Our focus is solo Ballroom and Latin dance. A partner is not required for the solo programs described here. The studio can explain the format of any other program you are considering.
Can beginners join?
Yes. Tell us your child’s age and previous experience so we can discuss a suitable starting point. Group placement and current availability are confirmed by the studio; an age range alone does not guarantee a place.
Which age groups meet in Rockville?
The published Rockville schedule includes Bronze European and Silver Latin American for ages 7–11, Gold Latin American for ages 10–15, and Silver Latin American Recreational for ages 11–17. Ask about private lessons or placement if your child is outside those ranges.
Does every child have to compete?
No. Recreational learning and competitive training are different options. Competition participation is subject to studio approval and depends on the dancer’s readiness and goals.
Is parking available?
Bender JCC provides free on-site parking for visitors. Check the route before travelling and contact MyDance DC to confirm the entrance and class arrangements for your first visit.
How do we arrange a first lesson?
Share the dancer’s age, experience and interests with the studio. The inquiry form prepares an email for you to review and send through your email app. The team confirms availability and trial arrangements; submitting the form does not reserve a class.
Are there classes for adults?
A separate Lady classes group meets in Rockville on Wednesday from 9:15 to 10:15 AM, Eastern Time. See the full schedule and contact the studio to confirm availability.
LET’S FIND THE RIGHT FIT
A confident first step starts with a conversation.
Tell us your dancer’s age, experience and interests. We’ll help you explore a program and confirm the next step.
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