There is not a day that goes by where we don't consider ourselves lucky to be able to dance and meet the amazing people we do. Whether we meet you at an event, or in our studio - every single one of you are special to us. Here you'll find what some of our dancers have said about their experience at Ferocity Dance Company. Thank you for your time, your words, and your thoughtfulness! We only hope to continue to earn these words day in and day out.
The instructor/owner is truly a wonderful woman! Her experience and professionalism shine through! It is an all inclusive dance company where literally EVERYONE is welcome! I've been training under her for a while now and I encourage anyone interested to give it a go! Your experience will leave you happy and full of confidence! Her professional and competitive teams are warm and welcoming to new people and beginners! Check out her teams and their performances!
So ferocity has been my home for over a year now and every time I step into this studio I cant help but feel alive and refreshed from a long day. It means the world to me to dance and I love sharing the experience with everyone I've had the pleasure of meeting. Not only is this a home to me but a place I can safely enjoy my time of active relaxation!! I've come a long way and learn so many new things with every teacher. Especially Kat Arias I hope you take a chance and check it out when you can!
Awesome people. Teach with passion.
Best place to learn Bachata in the DMV
Cat is a great teacher!
Awesome instructors. Don't think, just go.
Amazing studio in the Northern Virginia area! Check it out for yourself. You will find more than a dance studio though, you will find a family. I enjoy the amazing techniques I have learned over the last year. This was my first attempt getting more serious about dancing and I believe I came to the right spot. I learned about Ferocity through a recommendation, in which I am very grateful for. That is why the is review is important, so I can let the rest of the world know what a gem this studio is for all of us living in the DMV area. I have not looked back ever since. I started taking lessons with Kat, as part of the Ladies Team and I am happy because I have seen much improvement. I was able to experience why this is one of the most respectable dance studios in the area. I feel love, commitment, professionalism, confidence and courage after every practice. Thank you Kat and thank you Ferocity! So grateful for you and ll the work done here.
Ever since I met Kat, the director and owner of Ferocity, and being apart of her studio, I have had nothing but a pleasant and professional experience. This is a great place to build proper technique and a solid bachata foundation. Not only will you become a better dancer but also a better member of the dance community! Highly recommend!
Words can't even describe how much Ferocity has helped me grow, not only as a dancer and performer, but as a person. Kat cares deeply about you as a holistic person, and when you walk into the studio (or the Zoom call), you know you're going into a place you can be yourself, where you'll be pushed, and where you'll evolve. If you're looking for more than just lessons, if you want connection, fun, joy, and family, this is the place to be.
I found ferocity through my good friend Saul who when I shared with him that I really wanted to be on a dance team, he immediately with NO hesitation directed me to Kat. From that point on, it’s all history. Ferocity has become my home, my family, and more importantly my safe place. Idk what I would be doing if it wasn’t for ferocity. It’s a special place for me, and will always be. It’s really true when Kat says fierce is for everyone. Even though I am not your ideal dancer on the scene, she makes me feel like I belong every single time I step in the studio, and it’s truly a great feeling ♥️
Great teacher, great person and great people!! :)))
Nice staff, clean and nice space. We had a trial session and my daughter loved it. Will get in for Summer. The manager was very polite and kind, took time in the late afternoon to show us all around and answered all our questions.
As President of the Institute for Integrative Wellness (IFIW), I personally recommend Ferocity Dance Company for anyone interested in exploring new ways of expression and connection to the self and others.  Kat Arias, Owner and Director of Ferocity, spreads love, acceptance and even personal healing through her beautiful practice.  I am grateful for having found Ferocity.  
Ok, let's see! I’ve been a member of Ferocity for two years and during that time I’ve learned much more about bachata music, social dancing and performing. I’ve also become a much better lead and made lots of new friends. Kat Arias and her team will break down the instruments involved in bachata and help you recognize them when dancing. They will explain the different types of bachata music and help you learn the footwork and body movement involved. I think with Kat’s training team the biggest positive is that you are purchasing Kat’s experience, her trained eye, her ear for music, and her expertise in teaching. I ask her anything, no matter how nuanced, and she always answers. The group of people who attend Kat’s class are friendly and go out to dancing after class sometimes so your bachata dancing network definitely grow. The knowledge I’ve gained from Kat and her team will be with me forever!
Dancing has always been in me but i never had the chance to get a constructive lessons for years. Few years ago I started taking salsa group classes as a hobby and slowly started to gain more interests In Bachata-  I met the owner of Ferocity dance company, Kat Arias, almost a year ago at a big dance event workshop  while she was teaching a bachata lesson.  I was attracted by  her dance skills and  her decipline of her students. I decided to join her company after and it has been nothing but one of the best life experiences. Not only my dance skill has improved drastically, Ferocity has become my second home;everyone is very supportive  treats each other like a family. The company is mainly focused on different styles of bachata. Kat is mostly known by her dance teams as she offers various choreographed routines and prepare her students to perform at events.  She also has private lessons that you can schedule any time and 2 days of intensive workshops  that takes place every other month. Kat creates a fun and positive environment for her dancers which makes the whole experience even better.   She is a very dedicated teacher who works really hard for her dream of dance  with an amicable personality and  always positive attitude.  You learn as you have a good time! If you ever wanted  to learn how to dance and/or improve your dance skills or even have a dream to perform at big events,  Ferocity dance company is a place to go !
I realized I love to dance years ago. It took some time before I was in a position to take classes in Salsa. Eventually I moved to DC and became serious about dancing Bachata. The culmination of that for me was joining Kat Arias' team, Ferocity, and frequenting her classes, rehearsals, and workshops at the Ferocity studio. For me Ferocity Dance Company is like a second home and a second family. In fact, that is how Kat refers to all of the dancers who step into her studio...as family. Kat offers a variety of workshops in all of the styles of Bachata. These are accessible to beginners and advanced dancers alike. Her studio is the right size and is frequently the host of international dance experts.  I recommend Ferocity Dance Company for all those who are eager to dance and to dive into the world of social dancing. Kat is a dedicated owner and teacher.
When you enter Kat Arias' studio, she's welcoming you into her home. Kat genuinely wants you to become a better dancer, and when you sign up for a class you can expect gentle corrections and lots of encouragement. What really sets Kat apart is her meticulous attention to detail and her simple and clear explanations. I've been taking classes with her for a several months now, and I have at least one "aha" moment every session. Kat's knowledge about bachata and dance in general is endless, so her classes are perfect for any level. Highly recommend.
Kat has helped me nurture my passion for bachata dancing. Ferocity is more than just a platform to learn dancing, it's a family where we all grow together.
By far, joining Kat's bachata dance team has been my favorite activity I have discovered in the Washington DC (DMV) area. Kat Arias has built a dance community around her self that is founded on her vision of unity on the dance floor. The comraderie, fun atmosphere, supportive teammates, and most awesome of all: bachata skills workshops and different types of lesson she offers makes you grow into the bachatero/-a you were always meant to be! It's amazing how for someone so young, she has worked hard to build her studio up to offer private lessons, choreograph team dances, partnered dances and ladies only routines that represent not only HER talent but also how well she grows and fosters the talent and skills of her dancers! The hard work and effort of those groups show in their performances. It's an honor to know Kat and dance with and for Ferocity Dance Company.
If you want a welcoming place to learn or improve upon you dancing this is the place for you. If you want the best bachata instruction available in the DC metro area then this is the place for you. If you want to find a place where the love of dance is enough to make you a part of a family then this is the place for you. Ferocity Dance Company is a place where you will grow as a dancer and as a person. It's a place that will help you learn to embrace and express who you are both on and off the dance floor. Deciding to take classes here could easily turn out to be one of the best choices you make for yourself. I have loved taking classes here for the past two years and I can't imagine what my life would be like right now if I hadn't become a part of this crazy beautiful hardworking dance family.
Kat's commitment to her students, incredible attention to detail, pedagogical skill, and understanding of all things dance is unmatched. Beyond this Ferocity is more than a studio it is a warm, welcoming community. During COVID Kat has delictately balanced safety while the studio has continued with virtual classes and many other forms of outreach and events to keep the community strong, connected, and safe in these difficult times. Can't say enough good things!