Pre-Jazz
Pre-Jazz is an engaging introductory class designed to introduce young dancers to the energetic and expressive world of jazz dance. This level focuses on building a solid foundation in jazz techniques while allowing students to explore a variety of jazz styles, including traditional, contemporary, street jazz, and theatrical.
The class emphasizes rhythm, body awareness, proper placement, coordination, and partnering skills. Students will also develop their ability to interpret music through movement, gaining confidence and creativity in their dance expression.
What Students Will Learn:
In Pre-Jazz, dancers will focus on:
- Isolations: Learning to move specific body parts independently for enhanced control.
- Basic Jazz Movements and Terminology: Mastering foundational steps such as the jazz square, pivot step, and stretching techniques.
- Rhythm Recognition: Understanding and moving to different rhythms in music.
- Choreography and Routines: Assimilating and performing short dance sequences.
- Body Awareness and Placement: Developing alignment and precision in movement.
Class Age Range:
- 6 – 14 years old
Class Schedule:
- Tuesdays: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
- Saturdays: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Cost:
- Annual Registration Fee: $10
- Monthly Tuition: $180
This class is perfect for young dancers looking to explore the vibrant and versatile world of jazz dance in a fun and supportive environment!
