Jazz Dance
An energetic dance style that showcases a dancer’s originality.
typical elements of Jazz
Typical elements of jazz dance are isolation movements, precise leg, arm and foot movements, powerful jumps and turns within a diverse and energetic dance style. Jazz dancing is a form that showcases a dancer’s originality.
a Typical Dance Class
Starting with a warm up of the body such as cardio and stretching, we will review the technical elements of the jazz style. We will rehearse moves such as grapevines, chasses, kicks, turns, leaps, etc. Dancers will be taught choreography each week exploring different elements, moods and styles of jazz (inspired from swing, latin, etc).
Class Attire
All outfits should be safe to dance in, comfortable, made with flexible material, and something the dancer feels happy and confident in.
- Bodysuit (any colour, any sleeve length, dancewear or gymnastics wear)
- Dancewear tights (nylon, spandex, or lycra fabric.) Any colour of tights are allowed for class.
- Recitals and performances require light pink/pale tights for females for their costume.
- Athletic shorts (any colour, can be worn over bodysuit or with a t-shirt)
- T-shirt and tank top, with athletic shorts or leggings (any colours)
- Dancers may want a thin sweater, something that is comfortable and flexible to move in.
- Character costumes will be encouraged around the appropriate special occasions, like Halloween and Holidays.
- Denim or other thick, stiff material is strongly discouraged.
Hair
Hair styles need to be pulled off the dancer’s face and secured so that it will stay in place all class. Some examples are:
- a bun
- braids
- pony tail, with bangs clipped back.
Shoes
Jazz shoes are required for class (preferably canvas or leather, slip on with no tie up laces). These are designed to keep your dancer’s feet safe while helping them build the muscles and stability necessary for dance and getting them used to how dance shoes connect with the floor.
Playlist of Class Favourites
Jazz Dance Classes at Ascension Dance
Ages 5-6 Jazz/Hiphop
Our combination jazz and hiphop classes are very fun and upbeat classes to introduce two styles of dance designed for young children. Starting with cardio and isolations to warm up the body, you will then will learn basic technique of a jazz syllabus. Each class will end with dance choreography involving both jazz and hiphop moves, exploring movement and rhythm in an entertaining and upbeat way.
Ages 7-16 Jazz
Jazz dancing is a form that showcases a dancer’s originality. Jazz dance classes will include techniques from a jazz syllabus as well as jazz dance choreography each week exploring different elements, moods and styles of jazz.
Adult Jazz
Aimed at adult dancers of all abilities, adult jazz classes include engaging choreographed dances each week exploring different elements, moods and styles of jazz. This is a great way to try out jazz, have fun and get strong and flexible all at the same time.
Private Classes
For students of all ages and abilities who want to advance quickly and build their skills, strength, technique and balance in a one-on-one environment. 30- or 60- minute time slots are available.
