Important Dates:
December 1 Dress Rehearsal/Picture Week for Winter Recital
December 2 Back Handspring Clinic (Culpeper Cheer Gym)
December 2 Tuck Clinic (Culpeper Cheer Gym)
December 4 Walkover Clinic (Culpeper Cheer Gym)
December 4 Side Aerial Clinic (Culpeper Cheer Gym)
December 6 Nutcracker & Company Rehearsal (Culpeper Studio)
December 7 Titans Dance Convention (Reston)
December 7 Culpeper Christmas Parade
December 13 Nutcracker Spectacular (PATH Recreation and Fitness Center)
December 14 Winter Recital (PATH Recreation and Fitness Center)
December 15 - 20 Pajama Spirit Week!
December 19 Open Gym (Culpeper Cheer Gym)
December 20 Cheer Fundamentals Clinic (Culpeper Cheer Gym)
December 22 - January 3 Winter Break (Dance, Acro, Karate, Tumbling, & Cheer)
MFA Studios is closed for Winter Break December 22 - January 3 (Dance, Acro, Karate, Tumbling, & Cheer)
Dress Rehearsal/Picture Week for Winter Recital
Winter Recital In-Studio Rehearsals & Picture Days – December 1–6
All in-studio dress rehearsals for our Winter Recital will take place during your dancer’s regular class times December 1–6. Please be sure your dancer arrives in full costume and hair for rehearsal.
See the comments for picture day schedules for each location. Please arrive in full costume, hair, and makeup (Makeup is optional for our Fairy level classes.), as these are the only picture days available for our Winter Recital classes.
Picture Day Schedules (please review the schedule carefully, as some classes have a separate picture day from rehearsal day, both days will require costume to be worn.)
Please arrive on time! Staying on schedule is important so that everyone has a smooth and stress-free experience.
Tumbling Clinics
Exciting News!
Coach Trey is back for one tumbling-packed week of clinics this December!
Clinic Schedule (Culpeper Gym):
12/2 Back Handspring Clinic| 5:30–6:30 PM
12/2 Tuck Clinic | 6:30–7:30 PM
12/4 Walkover Clinic | 5:30–6:30 PM
12/4 Side Aerial Clinic | 6:30–7:30 PM
$35 per clinic | Limited spots available!
Don’t wait—click the link to reserve your spot today!
Winter Recital
Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
Time: 3:30 PM
Venue: PATH Recreation and Fitness Center
Who's Performing?
Fairy Ballet & Tap 1 • Fairy Ballet & Tap 2 • Primary Ballet, Tap & Jazz 1 • Primary Lyrical Ballet 2 • Primary Jazz & Tap 2 • Primary Ballet, Jazz & Tap 2 • Primary Hip-Hop
Get ready to be dazzled as our Fairy and Primary dancers light up the stage with sparkling performances, showcasing all of their hard work this season. This magical afternoon will be filled with holiday cheer, joyful music, and unforgettable memories for the whole family.
Tickets:
Choose from VIP seating for the best views or General Admission.
Purchase Tickets Here
Extra Shirts:
Shirts available for the whole family!
Purchase Additional Shirts Here
Volunteer Opportunities:
This event wouldn't be possible without our amazing MFA families! Every participating family is asked to volunteer OR donate concessions. Volunteers don't need tickets to attend!
Sign Up to Volunteer Here
Volunteers, Select Your Shirt Size Here
Photos & Videos:
Your recital fee already includes a professional group & solo photo plus a downloadable recital video, but families are welcome to bring cameras to capture the magic, too! (Just be mindful of our professional team.)
We can't wait to celebrate the season together and watch our dancers shine on stage at this spectacular holiday event. Thank you for being part of the MFA family – let's make this recital a magical memory to last a lifetime!
Nutcracker Spectacular
Performance Date: Saturday, December 13
Time: 3:30 PM
Location: PATH Recreation and Fitness Center
Ticket Options:
VIP: $35 – includes premium seating (first two rows) and early entry
General Admission: $25
Important: Ticket prices will increase on the day of the performance:
General Admission: $30
VIP: Not available on the day of the event
Reserve your advanced tickets today to guarantee your spot and enjoy the best seats in the house!
Get your tickets here: Nutcracker Tickets
We can't wait to see you there for a magical afternoon of dance and holiday cheer!
December Open Gym
Join us Friday, December 19th from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM for an action-packed Open Gym at MFA All Star Cheer! Whether you’re perfecting a skill or just looking to have fun, this is the place to be.
We’ve got a 9-panel spring floor, tumble track, and more mats than you can count—everything you need to tumble, jump, and cheer your heart out. Our coaches will be there to help you sharpen your skills and take your tumbling to the next level.
Bonus: Bring a friend! Let them experience the thrill of cheer and the amazing MFA family for themselves.
Where: 19055 Industrial Rd, Culpeper VA 22701
Cheer Fundamentals Clinic
Ready to take your cheer skills to the NEXT level?
MFA Cheer is hosting Cheer Fundamentals Clinics for athletes ages 5 & up – designed to sharpen all the core skills every cheerleader needs! Whether you’re new to cheer or looking to polish your technique, these clinics are the perfect way to grow stronger, sharper, and more confident.
December 20th 10:30 - 11:30 am
Just $35 per clinic!
Spots will fill fast – don’t miss out on the chance to level up your fundamentals and have fun doing it!
December 15 - 20 is Pajama Spirit Week! Wear your pajamas to class all week!
Parent Etiquette for Fairy Dance Classes
A few gentle reminders for parents to make our Fairy Ballet & Tap classes even more enjoyable:
1️⃣ Punctuality is Key: Please bring your little ones to class on time so they don't miss a moment of the Fairy Ballet & Tap experience. ⏰✨
2️⃣ Bathroom: Before the dance magic begins, kindly take your little fairies to the bathroom. This ensures that once our doors close, we can dive into the enchantment without any unexpected interruptions. 🚽✨
3️⃣ Class Is In Session: Once the doors are closed, let's create a magical space for our little ones to twirl, spin, and sparkle. To maintain the enchantment, we kindly request no interruptions during class. 🚪🧚♀️
Thank you for your cooperation 💫
Acro Dress Code
Ensure your child is ready for Acro success! Don't forget to order our Acro dress code. Not only do our students look great in their new leotards but they also serve a purpose. Dress code aids our dedicated teachers in providing top-notch guidance on Acro technique and body placement.
Tumbling Dress Code
Tumbling families, dress code can be purchased with the link below.
Dance Dress Code
Do you have everything you need for class? Just like any other sport where the appropriate uniform and protective gear is necessary, dance requires certain clothing and shoes in order for your child to learn to their best capacity. Please follow the dress code, outlined below, for your style of class. If you dress like a dancer, you will think like a dancer and you will act like a dancer. The proper attire for classes allows for the teachers to see the body more clearly and puts students in the right frame of mind for class. Jewelry may not be worn in class, except for small earrings. All students must adhere to the dress code. Please label dance shoes and other belongings with your student’s name.
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