Modern Jazz

5 years upwards

Strong lines, sharp technique and real performance energy — the style that sits between the discipline of ballet and the attitude of commercial.

Modern jazz dancers mid-routine at Dancemania Kidlington

Modern jazz is the workhorse of theatre dance. It asks for ballet’s control and commercial’s confidence at the same time, and dancers who take it tend to get noticeably stronger, faster.

Expect technique at the start of class and choreography at the end, with a routine building week by week towards something worth performing.

When it runs

8 classes a week

Days and times occasionally move — we will confirm the current time with you when you request a trial. See the full timetable.

What to expect
  • Jazz technique, isolations, turns and travelling sequences.
  • Flexibility and strength work built into every class.
  • Choreography that changes through the term, so there is always something new to perform.
  • Graded BTDA examinations available.
What to wear

Fitted clothing you can move and be seen to move in, with jazz shoes. Hair tied back.

Nothing needs buying before a trial class — come in whatever your dancer can move in comfortably.

Try Modern Jazz for free

Every new student is welcome to a free trial class. Tell us the dancer’s age and where you are, and we will find a day and time that works.