Jazz Dance Classes in Churubusco
Turns, kicks, leaps and stage presence, for ages 4 through teens.
Turns, kicks, leaps and upbeat music. Jazz builds strength and flexibility and gives dancers plenty of room to perform. It pairs especially well with ballet, though that isn't required.
Where to start
- Ages 4 and 5: the Ballet and Jazz Combo.
- Ages 6 to 8: Jazz 1.
- Ages 9 to 12: Jazz 2.
- Ages 13 and up: Jazz 3.
What to wear: fitted dancewear and slip-on jazz shoes, with hair secured.
Try a class first. Your first class is free. Call us at (260) 740-8737 to set it up.
Hit The Floor Dance Studio is in Churubusco, on US-33, with families coming from Fort Wayne, Huntertown, Columbia City, Albion, Angola, Garrett and LaOtto.
Classes and times
Combo: Ballet/Jazz
Recreational | Tuesday | 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm
Combo: Ballet & Jazz (Ages 4 to 5) Our Ballet & Jazz Combo class introduces young dancers to two exciting styles of dance in one engaging class. Ballet helps dancers develop balance, coordination, flexibility, posture, and graceful movement, while jazz encourages energetic movement, musicality, coordination, and self-expression. Together, these styles create a fun and well-rounded introduction to dance while helping children build confidence and a love for movement. Designed specifically for ages 4 and 5, this class helps dancers improve listening skills, body awareness, rhythm, and the ability to follow directions in a positive, encouraging environment. Through imaginative activities, age-appropriate technique, and upbeat music, children develop important physical and social skills while making new friends and enjoying every class. Our Ballet & Jazz Combo class is a wonderful choice for young dancers who love to move, learn, and express themselves through dance. Dancers in this class also have the exciting opportunity to perform in both our Winter Showcase and our End of Season Recital, giving them the chance to celebrate their hard work and create lasting memories on stage.
Jazz 1
Recreational | Monday | 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm
Jazz 1 (Ages 6 to 8) Our Jazz 1 class is a fun, high-energy introduction to jazz dance for dancers ages 6 to 8. Through upbeat music and exciting choreography, students develop coordination, flexibility, balance, strength, rhythm, and musicality while learning the fundamental techniques of jazz. Dancers are introduced to basic turns, jumps, kicks, leaps, and traveling movements in a supportive environment that encourages both learning and creativity. As dancers progress throughout the season, they build confidence, improve body awareness, and develop performance skills while learning the importance of focus, teamwork, and perseverance. Jazz encourages expressive movement and helps children grow as performers while having fun and staying active. While not required, Jazz 1 pairs exceptionally well with Ballet 1. Ballet helps dancers develop the strength, balance, flexibility, and technique that naturally support jazz, making it an excellent combination for children who want a well-rounded dance education. Dancers in Jazz 1 have the exciting opportunity to perform in both our Winter Showcase and our End of Season Recital, giving them the chance to showcase their progress and create lasting memories on stage.
Jazz 2
Recreational | Thursday | 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm
Jazz 2 (Ages 9 to 12) Our Jazz 2 class is designed for dancers ages 9 to 12 who are ready to continue developing their jazz technique in a fun, energetic, and encouraging environment. Dancers build strength, flexibility, coordination, balance, rhythm, and musicality while learning more advanced jazz skills, including turns, kicks, leaps, jumps, and dynamic traveling combinations. Each class focuses on developing strong technique while encouraging confidence, creativity, and expressive performance. As dancers progress throughout the season, they improve body awareness, control, and stage presence while learning the value of dedication, teamwork, and perseverance. Jazz helps students become versatile performers by combining technical training with energetic choreography and musical expression. While not required, Jazz 2 pairs exceptionally well with Ballet 2. Ballet provides the strength, flexibility, balance, and technical foundation that naturally supports jazz, making it an excellent combination for dancers looking to continue their growth and build well-rounded technique. Dancers in Jazz 2 have the exciting opportunity to perform in both our Winter Showcase and our End of Season Recital, giving them the opportunity to showcase their progress and create lasting memories on stage.
Jazz 3
Recreational | Thursday | 6:30 pm - 8:45 pm
Jazz 3 (Ages 13 & Up) Our Jazz 3 class is designed for dancers ages 13 and up who want to continue building strong jazz technique while growing as confident performers. Classes focus on strength, flexibility, coordination, balance, rhythm, and musicality while advancing skills such as turns, leaps, jumps, kicks, and dynamic combinations. Dancers are challenged to refine their technique, improve performance quality, and develop greater precision and control in every movement. Throughout the season, students strengthen their artistry, stage presence, and confidence while learning the importance of discipline, teamwork, and perseverance. Jazz provides an exciting outlet for self-expression and helps dancers become versatile performers through energetic choreography and engaging music. While not required, Jazz 3 pairs exceptionally well with Ballet 3. Ballet develops the strength, flexibility, balance, and technical foundation that naturally enhances jazz, making the two classes an excellent combination for dancers who want to continue progressing and becoming well-rounded performers. Dancers in Jazz 3 have the exciting opportunity to perform in both our Winter Showcase and our End of Season Recital, giving them the opportunity to showcase their hard work and create lasting memories on stage.
Ready to dance?
Your first class is free.