Jazz at Ailey Extension

Technique

Jazz

Pricing

  • In-Studio New Students $20
  • In-Studio Single Class Card $25
  • In-Studio 3 Class Card $70
  • In-Studio 5 Class Card $115
  • In-Studio 10 Class Card $220

Jazz technique utilizes the elongated lines and extensions of ballet, the core-driven power of modern dance, and the dynamic syncopation of Broadway dance and street styles. It is a technically demanding style that encourages dancers to find their individual flair within the movement. This class emphasizes musicality, emotional expression, expressive gestures, individuality, sharp isolations, stylized movement, and precision.

Jazz at Ailey Extension is a combination of both contemporary and traditional jazz styles with a focus on building on strength, flexibility, and musicality. Class begins with a simple warm-up of isolations and floor stretching before learning combinations across the floor that incorporate jazz pulls, kicks, pirouettes, jumps, and more.


Our classes are defined by the following so you can determine which level is best for you.

  • Absolute Beginner (ABS BEG): for students with little to no prior experience or knowledge of the technique. 
  • Beginner (BEG): for students with a basic understanding of the fundamentals and foundations of the technique. 
  • Advanced Beginner (ADV BEG): for students with prior experience and a more comprehensive understanding of the technique and vocabulary. 
  • Intermediate/Advanced (INT/ADV): for students with extensive training and an expansive knowledge of the technique and its proper alignment. 
  • Open: for students of any level. 

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