Register Now | 2009 - 2010 Schedule

If variety is the spice of life, then things sure get pretty darn spicy here at Jackie’s.

To keep things interesting, we continue to add new styles to our dance curriculum. With such a range to choose from, our students are bound to find just the right niche for their taste and personal development.

Ballet ( all levels ) RAD instruction

Please note RAD certified teacher will place each student in the proper level. Contact Patrizia Storelli trishdance@hotmail.com

Founded over 80 years ago, the Royal Academy of Dance is the largest, most influential teacher training and examining body for classical ballet in the world.

Our Syllabus is taught in over 70 countries in the world, setting high standards of dance training for over 250,000 students each year. The international network of examiners travel the world examining pupils in the Syllabus at every level. RAD training is known for technical proficiency and clean lines.

Ballet is the de facto standard for students with a passion for dance. Poetic, fluid and very expressive, the classical dance requires supreme discipline and focus. Along with strength and balance, ballet students gain stamina, control and introspection.

Tap ( child | adult )

Want to learn some fancy footwork? Then our tap dance classes are for you! This classic dance style, made popular by Savion Glover, is a fun and relaxing way to learn dance, meet people and create some rhythm! Our progressive tap classes are a great way to increase stamina, develop concentration, and improve your memory.

Jackie’s Jammin Studios caters to your skill levels with the following courses:

Beginner Tap introduces the basics with shuffles, flaps and ball changes, and then they demonstrate what they’ve learned in simple combinations.

Intermediate Tap teaches advanced steps like wings, time steps and breaks. Students increase their skills and improve rhythm to prepare for more challenging combinations.

Advanced Tap offers students the opportunity to hone the skills learned in previous courses in preparation for the most challenging combinations yet.

Jazz ( child | adult )

Energetic and engaging, or reflective and expressive? Whichever you choose, Jackie’s has the perfect jazz dance class for you. With both styles, students learn to go beyond dance and into performance – incorporating personality and acting into the number to develop their unique stage presence. In addition to Jazz, we offer classes in Broadway Jazz and Lyrical Jazz.

In Broadway Jazz, students learn how to perform the steps and moves from famous Broadway productions. Taught in the tradition of Bob Fosse, the class is a lively and fun experience that gives everyone a chance to shine.

* Due to the complex rhythms and concentration demanded of the classes, Broadway Jazz and Lyrical Jazz are recommended only for students with at least two years of previous jazz dance experience.

Contemporary

Contemporary dance places a heavy emphasis on the connection between mind and body, with dancers being encouraged to explore their emotions through dances which push against traditional boundaries. This style of dance often involves a great deal of playing with balance, floorwork, fall and recovery, and improvisation.

In contemporary dance classes, students learn to use their bodies in a variety of ways, and they focus on breathing, posture, and emotional state to establish a mind-body connection.
*Please note teacher must approve placement in class level.

Acrobatics ( all levels )

Acrobatics is the perfect marriage of gymnastics and dance, producing a display that is both technically sound and strikingly beautiful. Students learn how to balance, become flexible, and express themselves through acrobatic movements.

Cheer & Tumble ( all levels )

Students will learn all the basics in cheerleading: cheers, chants, jumps and routines.

Hip Hop ( all levels )

Bold, energetic, and a showcase for individual expression, hip hop dance brings the musical language of the street and plants it firmly into mainstream culture. Today’s top artists, including Justin Timberlake, and popular reality shows such as So You Think You Can Dance often incorporate hip hop moves into their productions. In this fun class, students learn the importance of balance, endurance and flexibility. And, after mastering basic hip hop moves and attitudes, students develop their own style and choreography.

Flamenco ( all levels )

Robust and elegant. Lovely and powerful. Flamenco, with roots in Spanish, Arabic and Indian cultures, seamlessly blends strength and beauty through a rhythmic style that commands attention. Students develop coordination, expression and rhythm as they learn singing, hand-clapping and other elements definitive of the dance.
*Please note teacher must approve placement in class level.

Belly Dance ( adult )

Characterized by continual hip and arm movements, belly dance is the rhythmic dance from the Middle East that is gaining popularity in the U.S. Known as much for colorful costumes and exotic music as the dance itself, belly dance is a great opportunity for artistic self-expression and physical fitness. Students develop coordination and rhythm while getting a great leg and cardio workout!