Rhythm meets Coordination
Jazz dance at Lilburn School of Ballet is an energetic exploration of style and personality. Our classes emphasize strength, flexibility, and coordination while introducing students to the syncopated rhythms and isolations that define the genre. From classic broadway styles to contemporary commercial jazz, we provide a structured yet vibrant environment where dancers can develop their technical range and artistic expression.
Jazz Curriculum
Warm-ups
Isolations
Across the Floor
Choreography
Total body conditioning to improve flexibility and core strength before class starts.
Refining specific body movements, from head to foot, to build jazz coordination and sharp rhythm.
Mastering powerful leaps, complex turns, and intricate traveling steps across the studio space.
Applying technique to stylized routines that emphasize musicality and individual artistic expression.
Jazz training builds exceptional core strength, flexibility, and coordination, essential for high-energy performance.
Physical Agility
Strength, Style, and Confidence
Dancers develop a keen sense of rhythm and timing, learning to translate complex syncopations into dynamic movement.
Musicality
Cultivate a unique performance style while building self-confidence through expressive and stylized choreography.
Artistic Expression
Jazz Age Ranges
Ages 7-10: Jazz
The young Jazz program introduces young dancers to the energetic world of jazz. Students focus on sharp movements, basic rhythm, and coordination in a supportive, lively environment that complements their ballet foundations.
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Tuesday 4:45-5:15- 7-9 Year Olds
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Thursday 6:15-7:15- 9-11 Year olds
Ages 11+: Junior / Teen Jazz
Our Advanced Jazz classes for ages 11 and up delve into technical precision, isolations, and complex choreography. Dancers are challenged to find their unique performance style while building strength and flexibility.
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Monday 5:15-6:15- 11-13 Year Olds
Monday 6:15-7:15- 14+ Year Olds
Monday 7:15-8:15- 12-15 Year Olds
Jazz Classes & Schedule
Lilburn School of Ballet offers high-energy jazz classes that emphasize technique, coordination, and style. Our curriculum is designed to challenge students while fostering a love for rhythm and performance.
Beginning Jazz (Ages 7-9)
Tuesdays| 4:30 PM - 5:15PM
Jazz (Ages 9-11)
Thursdays | 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM
Advanced Jazz (Ages 11+)
Monday | 5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
Mondays | 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM
Mondays | 7:15-8:15 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
What should my child wear to jazz class?
Dancers should wear any color leotard with black jazz pants or shorts. Tan jazz shoes are required for proper foot support and technique work. Hair should be secured away from the face.
Can my child take jazz without ballet?
While ballet is the foundation for all dance forms at Lilburn School of Ballet, students age 7 and up can enroll in our jazz program. However, we highly recommend concurrent ballet training to maximize technical progress and strength.
Do jazz classes participate in the spring recital?
Yes! Our jazz students showcase their hard work and progress in our annual Spring Recitals at the Gas South District. It is a wonderful opportunity for students to experience performance in a professional setting.
How do we determine the correct class level?
Placement is primarily based on age for our beginners and technical proficiency for older students. Our instructors assess every dancer to ensure they are in a class that provides the right level of challenge and safety.