The Jazz dance movement grew out of the syncopation and rhythm of Jazz music. It is a fun dance style that uses bold, dramatic body movements, including body isolations and contractions. Today’s Jazz is an ever evolving form of dance with new styles and movements emerging all the time. Merrilee Studios teachers attend dance conventions and conferences to stay up-to-date on the latest moves.
The majority of our Jazz classes focus on technique. Merrilee Studios offers Jazz classes for kindergarten through high school students and adults.
Our Jazz classes learn a variety of movements including turns, leaps, floor rolls, and intricate footwork. Our Jazz students learn routines, combinations, and/or progressions during the first half of their year. This is a fun and helpful way for students to apply their technique to moves set to music. After Christmas, our students begin working on their recital routine.
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