MODERN JAZZ (Pre) - Introduction to Modern Jazz

S.H.A.K.E. Dance School

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Welcome to S.H.A.K.E Dance School, where we’ve been putting the dance in your pants for 27 fun-filled years! Our inner-city dance studio, led by the enthusiastic Nikki McIntyre, caters to everyone, offering a vibrant mix of classes for all ages and skill levels.

Our Classes:

✨ Tinies (3-5 years): In our Tinies class, little dancers explore a blend of jazz, classical, and modern styles. With a focus on gross motor skills, coordination, and creativity, they learn fun basics like skips and gallops through engaging activities.

✨ Acrobatics (5 years+): Our acrobatics classes teach strength and flexibility while mastering skills such as tumbling, handstands, and trampolining.

✨ Classical Ballet (5 years+): Following the rigorous COMDANCE syllabus, our ballet classes emphasize strict technique and graceful movements, with regular exams to track progress.

✨ Contemporary (10 years+): This class explores movement without boundaries, building on foundational ballet techniques. Students also sit exams through the Jason Winter’s Comdance syllabus.

✨ Jazz Open & Commercial (3 years to 60+): We offer jazz classes that include various styles, focusing on technique and fun choreography. We’ve proudly hosted an adult class for over 25 years!

✨ Hip Hop (5 years+): Our hip hop classes, suitable for boys and girls, provide a fun introduction to street dance styles with beginner and intermediate levels available.

✨ Modern Jazz (5 years+): Following a set COMDANCE syllabus, students progress through grades and can achieve Certificates and Diplomas after completing Grade 9.

✨ Musical Theatre (5 years+): Students combine singing, dancing, and acting, preparing for COMDANCE exams while developing their triple-threat skills.

✨ Tap (5 years+): Tap classes focus on using tap shoes to create rhythmic sounds, following the COMDANCE syllabus while allowing flexibility in exam participation.

At S.H.A.K.E, we pride ourselves on creating a welcoming and positive atmosphere where students thrive. Our dancers regularly perform at community events and partake in eisteddfods and major concerts. Many of our talented students have continued their education with prestigious institutions like the Queensland Ballet and QUT Fine Arts.

Join us at S.H.A.K.E Dance School and let your child discover the joy of dance in a supportive and inspiring environment!